The Curious Scout is a newsletter for folks who value community-centered stories, curiosity-driven reporting, and a behind-the-scenes look at how local journalism works.
Jan 23, 2026
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12 min read
We like to believe that history fades if we stop looking at it, but ignoring the past has never stopped it from shaping the present.
Dec 31, 2025
6 min read
A Complete Reference Guide to the NiemanLab Predictions for Journalism 2026: An unexpected labor of love/unwitting commitment.
Nov 30, 2025
8 min read
When reality turns to dust, who will rise and resist? New from The Curious Scout
Nov 20, 2025
18 min read
Veterans Lead Resistance in Conservative Central North Carolina County
Oct 17, 2025
What my NEST fatigues taught me about the ICE raids in Chicago. New from The Curious Scout
Sep 26, 2025
10 min read
Or, my ongoing quest for the perfect place to remote work in Central North Carolina, and the unexpected spaces that created meaning when I needed it most.