In the past week, the 89-year-old newspaper has received more than $3,000 in pledged donations, including one from Florida after the blank front page received national attention. A handful of new advertisers have emerged, along with other ideas to keep the Northeast News afloat, said Michael Bushnell, publisher and co-owner. “In the end, thank God it did.”The idea for the blank page was cooked up in a staff meeting, coupled with a decision not to post any news online or answer office phones for 24 hours. There's so much more than showing up, taking notes and going home.”Dan Smith, owner of the Eleos Coffee House in northeast Kansas City, was one of the people who texted Bushnell. He said he appreciates the support the newspaper gives to local businesses and its staff members' personal dedication to the neighborhood.

Source: ABC News April 01, 2021 19:18 UTC