Star Tribune’s Bold “Good News” Experiment – Can Positive Stories Save Local News?
Forecast & Analysis: The next few months will reveal how readers respond to MN Rising. Early indicators (like social media buzz and pageview stats) will be crucial. Advertisers will be watching closely for engagement metrics – if these stories attract eyeballs and positive sentiment, sponsors will be encouraged to renew and new ones will sign up. The Star Tribune might also integrate MN Rising content into its main news products (print, newsletters, etc.) to give it wider exposure. We may see events or forums spin out of it as well (e.g. an awards event for companies doing good, sponsored by