A news update is a brief, timely article that reports on events or developments in your community. News updates can take a variety of forms, but they always focus on recent happenings that are relevant to the reader. News updates should be written in the “inverted pyramid” format, meaning that the most important information is presented first and then followed by additional details and quotes. They also should be kept short for readability and appearance. Whenever possible, use a person’s full name on the first reference instead of just their initials. This avoids jarring the reader and makes the article more professional.
Try to link your story to what’s already making headlines, such as a celebrity death or an anniversary of an event. That will make your story more relevant to readers and a better choice for op-ed editors.
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