ABOUT THE GRAND RISING

Independent Journalism That Builds Stronger Communities

Every morning offers a new beginning.

A new opportunity to learn.

A new opportunity to understand.

A new opportunity to strengthen the communities we call home.

That belief is why The Grand Rising was created.

The Grand Rising is an independent digital news publication published by the Infoblips Media Network. Our mission is simple:

To provide trustworthy reporting, thoughtful conversations, and public service journalism that helps people better understand their communities, their country, and their world.

We believe journalism should do more than report events.

It should provide context.

It should encourage respectful dialogue.

It should help citizens ask informed questions.

And above all, it should serve the public with fairness, integrity, and respect.

Our Mission

To strengthen communities through independent journalism, thoughtful conversation, and informed civic engagement.

We believe informed citizens make stronger communities.

Strong communities strengthen our nation.

What We Cover

At The Grand Rising, our reporting focuses on the issues that shape everyday life.

National News

Breaking developments, public policy, and issues affecting Americans across the country.

Community News

Local government, schools, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and the people working to improve their communities.

Public Service Journalism

Clear explanations that help readers understand complex issues without unnecessary sensationalism.

Interviews

Thoughtful conversations with authors, elected officials, educators, business leaders, athletes, and community members whose stories can educate and inspire.

Public Service Announcements

Original video content created to inform, educate, and encourage civic participation.

Our Editorial Principles

Everything we publish is guided by five principles.

Accuracy Before Speed

Being first matters far less than being correct.

Respectful Journalism

We ask challenging questions without resorting to personal attacks or unnecessary conflict.

Transparency

If we make a mistake, we correct it promptly and openly.

Community First

Every story should help readers better understand the issues affecting their lives and their communities.

Independent Journalism

Our commitment is to facts, thoughtful reporting, and the public interest.

About Our Publisher

John Haynes is the Founder and Publisher of The Grand Rising and the Infoblips Media Network.

After a career that included broadcasting, property management, law enforcement and community leadership…John founded The Grand Rising to create a publication dedicated to thoughtful journalism, meaningful conversations, and public service.

His vision is simple:

To build a trusted independent news organization that informs, empowers, and strengthens communities through honest reporting and respectful dialogue.

Looking Ahead

The Grand Rising continues to grow through:

📰 Daily digital editions

🎙️ Original interviews and podcasts

🎥 Public Service Announcements

📍 Stratford Watch

📚 Special reports and investigative features

As our newsroom grows, our mission remains unchanged.

To serve our readers with journalism that informs, empowers, and strengthens the communities we share.

What We Promise Our Readers

We promise to verify before we publish.

We promise to correct our mistakes.

We promise to separate news from opinion.

We promise to treat every guest with dignity and respect.

We promise to remember that behind every headline are real people and real communities.

And we promise to never lose sight of why The Grand Rising exists:

To strengthen communities through independent journalism.

Join Us

Whether this is your first visit or you've been with us since our very first edition, thank you for being part of The Grand Rising.

Every edition we publish is built on a simple belief:

An informed community is a stronger community.

We invite you to read, ask questions, share ideas respectfully, and become part of a growing community that values thoughtful journalism and meaningful conversation.

Together, we are building something that will serve today's readers—and future generations.

Independent Journalism That Builds Stronger Communities.

Rise informed. Rise empowered. Rise together.

John Haynes
Founder & Publisher
The Grand Rising
Published by the Infoblips Media Network