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Caroline County debates flexibility on newspaper of record; publishers urge preserving local journalism
Summary
County commissioners and state delegates discussed a proposed change to allow alternate media outlets for official public notices; two publishers spoke during public comment urging caution and offering local solutions.
Caroline County commissioners and members of the legislative delegation discussed a proposed request to allow broader use of media outlets for public notices rather than relying solely on the traditional county paper of record.
Commissioners said residents may not subscribe to the current paper of record and asked for flexibility to publish notices in free or digital channels that residents are more likely to see. The proposal would not immediately change the county’s paper of record but…
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