Traverse City Record-Eagle
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| Traverse City Record-Eagle | |
|---|---|
| Name | Traverse City Record-Eagle |
| Type | Daily newspaper |
| Format | Broadsheet |
| Owner | Gannett Company |
| Founded | 1858 |
| Language | English |
| Headquarters | Traverse City, Michigan |
Traverse City Record-Eagle is a daily newspaper published in Traverse City, Michigan, serving the Grand Traverse County area, including Leelanau County, Benzie County, and Kalkaska County. The newspaper covers local news, sports, and events, including the National Cherry Festival, Traverse City Film Festival, and Traverse City Beach Bums baseball team. It also reports on regional and national news, often featuring stories on Michigan State University, University of Michigan, and Northwestern Michigan College. The newspaper has a strong online presence, with a website and social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
● History
The Traverse City Record-Eagle was founded in 1858 by John McLean, a prominent local businessman and politician, who also served in the Michigan State Senate. Over the years, the newspaper has undergone several changes in ownership and format, including a merger with the Traverse City Eagle in 1916, which was owned by William F. Cobb, a well-known journalist and Republican politician. The newspaper has covered significant local events, such as the Cherry Industry's growth and development, the establishment of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, and the Traverse City State Hospital's history. The Record-Eagle has also featured articles on notable local figures, including Cherry Republic founder Bob Sutherland, Traverse City Mayor Michael Estes, and Michigan Governor Rick Snyder.
● Ownership
The Traverse City Record-Eagle is currently owned by the Gannett Company, a leading media conglomerate that owns numerous newspapers, including USA Today, The Indianapolis Star, and The Cincinnati Enquirer. Gannett has a significant presence in Michigan, with newspapers such as the Detroit Free Press, Lansing State Journal, and Battle Creek Enquirer. The company has implemented various initiatives to enhance the Record-Eagle's online presence, including partnerships with Google News, Apple News, and Facebook News. The newspaper's ownership has also been influenced by other media companies, such as Knight Ridder and McClatchy Company, which have owned the Record-Eagle in the past.
● Circulation
The Traverse City Record-Eagle has a daily circulation of around 20,000 copies, with a Sunday circulation of over 25,000 copies, according to the Alliance for Audited Media. The newspaper is distributed throughout Grand Traverse County and surrounding areas, including Leelanau County, Benzie County, and Kalkaska County. The Record-Eagle also has a strong online presence, with a website that attracts thousands of unique visitors each month, and social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The newspaper's circulation has been influenced by demographic changes in the region, including the growth of Traverse City and the surrounding areas, as well as the increasing popularity of online news sources, such as CNN, Fox News, and NPR.
● Awards
The Traverse City Record-Eagle has won numerous awards for its journalism, including several Michigan Press Association awards, Society of Professional Journalists awards, and Associated Press awards. The newspaper's reporters have been recognized for their coverage of local issues, such as the Cherry Industry's environmental impact, the Traverse City Area Public Schools' budget, and the Grand Traverse County government's policies. The Record-Eagle has also been awarded for its investigative reporting, including stories on the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality's handling of PFAS contamination, the Traverse City Police Department's use of force, and the Northwestern Michigan College's financial management.
● Controversies
The Traverse City Record-Eagle has been involved in several controversies over the years, including a lawsuit filed by the Traverse City Area Public Schools over the newspaper's reporting on the district's budget, and a dispute with the Grand Traverse County government over the release of public records, which involved the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. The newspaper has also faced criticism from local residents and business owners over its coverage of certain issues, such as the Cherry Festival's economic impact, the Traverse City Film Festival's funding, and the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore's management. The Record-Eagle has responded to these criticisms by maintaining its commitment to fair and balanced reporting, and by engaging with the community through public forums and online discussions, including on Facebook and Twitter.
● Content
The Traverse City Record-Eagle features a wide range of content, including local news, sports, and entertainment, as well as regional and national news, and opinion pieces from local columnists, such as George Will, Cal Thomas, and Nicholas Kristof. The newspaper also publishes special sections and supplements, such as the Traverse City Business News, Northern Michigan Living, and Traverse City Sports, which cover topics such as the Cherry Industry, Tourism in Michigan, and Outdoor recreation in Michigan. The Record-Eagle's online edition features additional content, including videos, podcasts, and blogs, which cover topics such as Michigan Politics, Michigan Sports, and Michigan Entertainment, and include contributions from notable figures, such as Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, University of Michigan professor Juan Cole, and Detroit Free Press columnist Rochelle Riley.