How the News Desk Works

[Viable Food News Desk]

How the Viable Food News Desk Works

Viable Food News Desk is an official editorial identity used to organize relevant news and opportunities. Illinois is the first priority.

Each item should:

• Link to the original, authoritative source
• Name the publisher and publication date when available
• Use a short summary or limited excerpt rather than republishing the full article
• Explain why the item matters to food access, independent grocery, or this community
• Be placed in the most specific news or opportunity board

External feeds do not publish automatically. News is curated and reviewed before publication so the forum stays useful, lawful, and focused. Corrections should be made promptly when a source changes or an error is found.