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 Style Guide & Reporting Process


ARTICLE STYLE GUIDE

Articles pitched to Mount Dora Buzz must appeal to its readers and have a strong local angle.  All submissions should follow these basic journalistic guidelines:    
  • Follow AP Style.
  • Topics must be locally newsworthy and articles must start and continue with a strong local angle.
  • Articles must be front-loaded in the inverted pyramid structure.
  • Writing must be neutral and in third person.
  • Follow writing rules for the web, not print.
  • Include a 4-7 word, locally engaging headline followed by a strong lead.
  • Refrain from a promotional tone or calls to action.
  • Single-space, but double-space between paragraphs.
  • Brevity and conciseness is essential to web readership.  Keep stories to 400-600 words (use wordcounter.net).  If a story warrants more copy, a two-part article can be discussed. 

ARTICLE  SUBMISSION:

 Send all stories as text in the body of an e-mail message to mountdorabuzz@yahoo.com .  ​

REPORTING PROCESS

  • Abide by all journalism ethics.
  • All articles submitted must be in reporting style above in order to be considered for publication.
  • Writers should record in-person interviews after being granted permission from whomever is being interviewed.  No one can be recorded without their expressed consent.  
  • Phone interviews and e-mail interviews are acceptable.
  • No discounts, gifts or favoritism can be accepted by reporter covering a story.
  • E-mailing questions to sources for background information and research is acceptable.
  • Articles aren't submitted to sources or subjects in advance for their approval.
  • Writer is solely responsible for proofreading, double-checking spelling of names, facts, numbers, years, and other reported facts.
  • Authorized contributors must represent themselves and The Mount Dora Buzz accurately and professionally at all times.
  • Include contact information for sources interviewed below the end of the story.
  • All photos should be properly credited and captioned and have releases when necessary.  Mount Dora Buzz will pick best photo(s) to use.

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    • Top Stories
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    • Outdoor Life
    • Real Estate Buzz
    • Government & Education
    • Profiles
    • Newsworthy
    • What's Hot...
    • Development Buzz
    • Who Knew?
    • Buzz Polls
  • Calendar
  • Festivals & Events
    • Annual Festivals
    • Monthly Events
    • Fall Festivals & Halloween Events
    • Best Local Pumpkin Patches
    • Holiday Event Guide
    • Mount Dora Community Toy Drive
  • The Best of....
    • Best of Mount Dora
    • Best of Eustis
    • Best of Tavares
    • Best of Mount Dora Take-out
  • Things to Do
  • Dining
  • Live Music
  • Lodging
  • Photos
    • Doors of Mount Dora
    • City Scenes
    • Colorful Cottages of Mount Dora
    • Holiday Lights
    • Views from Above
    • Palm Island Boardwalk
    • July 4th Americana
    • Vintage Photos
    • Donnelly House
    • Sydonie Mansion
    • The Howey Mansion
  • History
  • Mobile App
  • Contact
    • News Desk
    • Advertising Inquiries
    • Writing Services & Content Marketing
    • Design Services
    • Social Media Services
    • Suggest a Restaurant Visit
    • Submit Pic of the Day
  • Subscribe