UPDATE: The Times of San Diego is rolling out an exciting redesign for its community newspapers, with four papers debuting their fresh look starting this Friday, November 10, 2023. The revamped editions of La Jolla Village News, Beach & Bay Press, Downtown News, and Uptown News will hit the streets, marking a significant shift aimed at enhancing reader engagement and journalistic quality.
NEW LOOK: According to Julie Main, Operations & Community Relations Manager, the redesign process was carefully crafted to maintain quality while being cost-effective. “Printing right now is a big challenge,” Main emphasized, highlighting that the new print size will help keep costs down for the non-profit organization.
The upcoming design changes are vital, allowing funds to be redirected towards quality journalism. “All that budget concern is key to having the funding go where we believe it should go, and that’s to the journalism we provide,” Main stated.
WHAT TO EXPECT: The remaining community papers, Peninsula Beacon and Mission Times Courier, will unveil their new designs on November 14, followed by the La Mesa Courier on November 28. This staggered rollout ensures readers across all communities will soon experience the fresh updates.
PICKUP LOCATIONS: Readers can grab their copies at various locations this week, including:
Beach & Bay Press:
– Compass Real Estate – 4688 Cass St.
– The French Gourmet – 960 Turquoise St.
– Pacific Beach Library – 4275 Cass St.
La Jolla Village News:
– La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club – 2000 Spindrift Drive
– Harry’s Coffee Shop – 7545 Girard Ave.
– Whole Foods – 8825 Villa La Jolla Drive
Downtown News:
– Toscana Coffee & Wine Bar – 238 5th Ave.
– Santa Fe Depot – 1050 Kettner Blvd.
– San Diego Central Library – 330 Park Blvd.
Uptown News:
– Urban Mo’s – 308 University Ave.
– Hillcrest News Stand – 529 University Ave.
– LGBT Community Center – 3909 Centre Street
This redesign is not just a visual overhaul but a step toward ensuring that the papers remain community-centric and relevant in today’s fast-paced news environment.
IMMEDIATE RELEVANCE: With local journalism facing numerous challenges, the Times of San Diego’s commitment to improving its publications is a crucial move for fostering community engagement and supporting quality storytelling.
As these papers hit the streets, readers are encouraged to share their thoughts and experiences with the new designs, making this a community conversation worth having. Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy the refreshed content!
