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Philosophy & Media, Civic Tech & Governance, Local Journalism & Community, Trust, Provenance & Verification, Hastings, Minnesota, Product & Practice (Soundbites) Local Pigeon Philosophy & Media, Civic Tech & Governance, Local Journalism & Community, Trust, Provenance & Verification, Hastings, Minnesota, Product & Practice (Soundbites) Local Pigeon

Kierkegaard, the Press, and the “Little Mic”: From a 19th-Century Critique to a 21st-Century Solution

Kierkegaard warned that the modern press manufactures a faceless “public” that levels truth and turns citizens into spectators. This piece traces that critique to today—and shows how HastingsNow.com in Hastings, MN counters it with Soundbites: 30-second, verified local voice posts labeled with How We Know evidence, a Provenance Chip, and a Reliability Score, each tied to one measurable outcome. The result is accountable, local speech that converts attention into action—rebuilding trust where people actually live.

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Introducing STIVA: A New Approach to Local Storytelling

Discover how a Stiva—Stories with Text, Images, Video, and Audio—is transforming local storytelling in Hastings, Minnesota. Experience the magic of immersive, multimedia narratives that capture the true spirit of our community.

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