McDonough Voice to end print edition as reader habits change, costs rise
The McDonough County Voice will cease its print edition and move to an entirely digital model beginning in January, in response to shifting reader habits and rising print costs. Like many newspapers across the country, the McDonough County Voice has faced increased printing and delivery costs while a growing number of readers turn to digital platforms for news. The move is aimed at ensuring the newspaper’s long-term sustainability. The final print edition will be published Jan. 10. Subscribers will receive 24/7 access to mcdonoughvoice.com and the McDonough County Voice eNewspaper, a digital replica of the newspaper on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. "This decision reflects how our audiences engage with us today," said Corina Curry, editor of the McDonough County Voice . "More and more of our readers use our digital products for local news and events, watch videos, flip through a photo gallery and enjoy features like comics and puzzles. This change lets us keep investing where our readers are and continue to provide them with the local, regional, state and national news they rely on." The cost of subscriptions will be adjusted to reflect digital rates. "We appreciate the deep loyalty of our longtime subscribers, and we
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