Since its launch in March, the ALXnow Press Club has been steadily growing, offering readers a unique way to deepen their connection with their community and the news that shapes it. Now, ALXnow is inviting all its readers to consider joining this vital initiative, which bolsters the local journalism that keeps Alexandrians informed and engaged.
At the heart of the ALXnow mission is a core belief: local, independent journalism should be accessible to everyone. That’s why all our daily reporting, from breaking news to in-depth community features, remains free for all to read, without a paywall in sight. The Press Club is designed to uphold and strengthen this commitment.
“We launched the ALXnow Press Club with the goal of helping our readers save time and learn more,” explains Ryan Belmore, Publisher of ALXnow. “But more fundamentally, it’s an invitation to partner with us in ensuring Alexandria has a vibrant, independent news source. Every dollar from membership fees is reinvested directly into our reporting team, helping us grow alongside the city we love.”
This commitment means more resources for the kind of local reporting that matters – covering City Hall, tracking new developments, keeping tabs on school news, and spotlighting the businesses and people that make Alexandria unique. It’s about ensuring that as our city evolves, your primary source for local news not only keeps pace but digs deeper.
More Than Just News – It’s a Connection
While the primary motivation for joining might be to support this mission, Press Club membership comes with a suite of exclusive benefits designed to enhance your reading experience and bring you closer to the news-gathering process:
- The Morning Briefing: Start your day informed. This hand-curated newsletter, delivered Monday through Friday at 7 a.m., ensures you have all the essential local news and information in one convenient package. No more sifting – just the vital updates you need.
- News Alerts & Exclusive Content: Be the first to know. Members receive timely alerts on breaking news, new restaurant openings, business developments, special deals, and other exclusive content not always available on the main site.
- Virtual Feedback & Ideas Hour: Your voice matters. These exclusive Google Meet sessions, held a couple of times per month, offer a direct line to Publisher Ryan Belmore. It’s an open forum to share story ideas, provide feedback on coverage, discuss community priorities, suggest Readers’ Choice Poll topics, and even submit questions for upcoming ALXnow stories and interviews.
“We’re incredibly grateful to our readers who start their day with us,” Belmore adds. “The Press Club is a way to formalize that relationship and build something even stronger, together. We’re always exploring new ways to connect, and member input is invaluable for that.”
Why Your Support Counts
In an era of shrinking newsrooms and paywalled content, ALXnow stands firm in its commitment to free, accessible local news. The Press Club provides a sustainable path to continue this work, ensuring that important stories are told and community voices are heard.
“Delivering worthwhile local news is truly a community-wide effort,” Belmore says. “It takes a dedicated team at ALXnow and a loyal readership to make it happen.”
Become a Member Today
Joining the ALXnow Press Club is straightforward:
- Monthly Membership: For $10 a month, members receive all the exclusive benefits, including the Morning Briefing, News Alerts, Exclusive Content, and access to the Virtual Feedback & Ideas Hour.
- Yearly Membership: For $100 a year, members receive all the benefits of a monthly membership at a 20% discount.
Gift subscriptions are also available, making it a perfect present for any engaged Alexandrian.
“Ultimately, we hope people join because they believe in the work we do and want to support it,” says Belmore. “The benefits are our way of saying thank you and providing even more value. We’re excited about what we can build for Alexandria, with Alexandria.”
To become an ALXnow Press Club member and support vital local journalism, visit https://alxnow.memberful.com/.
We’ll see you around town – and hopefully, in the Press Club!
