While checking their website for up and coming news, I saw an ad for "Russian mail order brides, tonight at 6 and 10."
Why is this on the front page of the website? After searching for confirmation that yes, that really happened, I found a recent post on their Facebook page with a link to a story. It described a mail order business bringing brides from Russia to America. While briefly delving into the topic of domestic violence, the article focused on the mail order business itself. The headline states, "Prospect business owner says mail order bride company is just another way to start a love story."
The story is certainly interesting, but why is this relevant to the local audience? Domestic violence is a serious issue, but it is just barely discussed. Why is this story important? Most of its information describes how the business works, interviews one or two people involved in the business, and doesn't follow the principle of fairness. If domestic violence was the main topic of the article, then to be fair, get a quote from someone concerned about the danger of being a mail order bride. If that was not the main point of the article, don't include something and barely cover it.
WDRB Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WDRBNews/posts/788166147895960
In conclusion, where does this story belong? Not on the front page. Perhaps Lifestyle? Entertainment?
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