What We Do
Submit a News Tip
Spot something Bothell residents should know? Share neighborhood news, story leads, and community observations with our newsroom for review.
Public Meetings Calendar
Track city council, planning commission, and school board meetings with dates, times, agendas, and live-stream links in one place.
Volunteer Opportunities
Help report on local events, photograph community gatherings, or assist with editorial research to strengthen independent civic journalism.
Civic Action Guides
Learn how to write effective public comment, research ballot measures, contact council members, and participate in local government.
Neighborhood Correspondents
Become a beat reporter for your Bothell neighborhood, covering HOA issues, local businesses, schools, and street-level stories.
Source Protection
Share sensitive information securely through encrypted channels. We protect whistleblower identities and verify tips before publication.
How We Work
Choose Your Path
Browse volunteer roles, tip categories, meeting schedules, or action guides to find where your skills and interests align.
Reach Out
Contact our editorial team through the submission form, email, or secure tip line. Share details, documents, or questions.
Collaborate
Work with editors to refine your contribution, verify facts, and prepare content for publication or community distribution.
Make Impact
See your work inform neighbors, influence local conversations, and strengthen Bothell's democratic fabric through shared storytelling.
Why Choose Us
No Experience Required
New to civic journalism? We provide training, templates, and editorial mentorship to help first-time contributors feel confident.
Flexible Time Commitment
Contribute a few hours monthly or weekly. Volunteer roles scale to your availability, skills, and personal capacity.
Editorial Independence
All content follows strict ethics guidelines. We accept no pay-to-play influence and disclose all potential conflicts.
Community-First Approach
Every story centers Bothell residents. We prioritize local voices over outside interests and amplify underrepresented perspectives.
What People Say
Volunteering with Mcnealforbothell helped me understand city budgets and speak up at council meetings with real confidence.
Submitting a tip about the park closure led to honest coverage and a community meeting. This outlet truly listens to Bothell.
Ready to Get Involved?
Whether you have ten minutes or ten hours, there's a meaningful way to strengthen Bothell's civic life with us.
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