High Country News

https://www.hcn.org
Screenshot of the High Country News website
From a gritty black-and-white tabloid, HCN has grown into a distinguished media voice, dedicated to providing comprehensive coverage and insights of the Western United States. What sets HCN apart is its dedication to uncovering the complexities of the West. It’s not just about landscapes and geography; it’s about the people, the communities, and the ever-changing interactions between human and non-human environments. HCN’s writers have shed light on the diverse natural and human communities, dispelling myths and stereotypes that often overshadow the region’s true essence.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Paonia, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
1970
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Regional
Area of coverage:
Western United States

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Environment
Entertainment and culture
Society and human rights
Ethnic minorities
Journalism genres:
Chronicles and non-fiction
Interviews and reporting
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Solutions or constructive journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Newsletter
Print

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Tom Bell
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Non-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Grants
Advertising
Audience support / reader revenue
Grants or investment from philanthropic organisations
Local advertising sold by own team
National advertising sold by own team
Memberships
Individual donations
The primary source of revenue reported by media leaders:
Audience support / reader revenue

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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