Have a story to tell? Or an event to feature? Tell us about it!
We’re always looking for fresh, exciting stories and events to share with our community, especially those related to the military, National Guard, and service members. If you’ve got something newsworthy, an upcoming event, or an idea you’d like us to consider, we’d love to hear from you!
Please use the form below to submit your news story or event details. Our editorial team will review all submissions and may reach out to you for more information.
What You Can Submit
- News Stories: If you have a local or timely story. Send it our way!
- Events: Have an upcoming event that needs some coverage? Let us know the details, and we can help!
- Announcements: Military/National Guard-related news, base events, unit achievements, new services for service members and their families, inspirational personal stories tied to service or other community updates related to the National Guard.
Submission Guidelines
Before submitting, please take a moment to review our guidelines to ensure we can process your submission effectively:
- Be Clear and Concise: Provide a brief description of your story or event, including key details such as dates, locations, and any relevant background. We recommend a maximum of 300 words.
- Relevant Content: Submissions should relate to topics that align with our focus (military news, base events, unit activities, service member and family support, or other military community stories). We may not be able to cover all submissions, but we appreciate your ideas!
- File Uploads: You can upload images, documents, or other relevant files (e.g., photos, flyers). Please make sure your files are in JPG, PNG, PDF, or DOCX format, and under 5MB in size.
Submit Your Story or Event
Please fill out the form below with the required information.
What Happens After You Submit?
Once you’ve submitted your story or event, here’s what to expect:
- Review Process: Our editorial team will review your submission to see if it’s a good fit for coverage and evaluate manpower resources.
- Follow-Up: If we decide we are able to feature your story or event, we will reach out to you for any additional details or clarifications.
- Not All Submissions Will Be Covered: Due to the volume of submissions we receive, we may not be able to cover every story or event. However, we truly appreciate your ideas and encourage you to share them with us!
Can’t Wait for Coverage? Promote Your Story Independently!
If your submission isn’t covered, don’t worry! We understand that many stories and events are important to our community and that sometimes we just don’t have the resources to cover them all. That’s why we’ll soon be offering a toolkit to help you promote your own content. This resource will provide step-by-step guidance on how you can effectively share your story or event, even if we can’t cover it directly.
Stay tuned for more details on how to access this helpful tool!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long will it take to hear back from you?
A: Our team reviews submissions regularly, but response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. You will get a notification either way after your submission is processed.
Q: Can I submit multiple stories or events?
A: Yes! Feel free to submit as many stories or events as you’d like, but please submit each one separately.
Q: What if I want to submit an ongoing event or story update?
A: If your event is ongoing or there are updates to your story, please submit a new form with the latest information.
Q: How can I make sure my submission stands out?
A: Be sure to provide a clear, concise description and include all the important details (date, location, key facts). High-quality images and documents can also help give us a better sense of your story or event.
We look forward to hearing from you! Your contributions help keep our community informed and engaged.