Help shape Tri-Cities Central

Your input will help guide Tri-Cities Central as we aim to keep the community up to date on everything happening in Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles and surrounding communities.

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1.What is your first name? (Optional)

2.What is your last name? (Optional)

3.What city do you live in? (Optional)

4.How often do you read Tri-Cities Central?*

Every issue

One time per week

A couple of times per month

Rarely

5.Which best describes you?*

I'm a local news enthusiast who wants to understand most of the key issues impacting our area.

I like to keep an eye on what's happening, especially local events and things to do.

6.Is Tri-Cities Central your primary source for local news and information?*

Yes

7.What other sources do you use for local news and information? (Optional)

8.Which of the following do you prefer?*

General coverage of a wide range of topics

In-depth coverage of key local issues

A mix of these two options

9.What’s one thing you wish Tri-Cities Central covered more? (Optional)

10.What’s one feature of the newsletter you would never want to lose? (Optional)

11.Have you shared Tri-Cities Central with other people? *

Yes

Not yet, but planning on it

12.I'm exploring a third weekly issue of Tri-Cities Central which readers can opt into. Which of the following topics would you be most interested in? (Optional - select all that apply)

Future events beyond the week ahead

High school sports

Long-form commentary or analysis of local happenings

Major news/events in other nearby communities

Local non-profit spotlights

Opinion/editorial content

In-depth local history

Business events, opportunities & networking

Local trivia questions

Interviews with local officials or notable figures

13.How important is local journalism to you? *

Very important

Somewhat important

Nice to have, but not super important

Not important

14.Would you be interested in attending events or meetups organized by Tri-Cities Central?*

Yes

It depends

15.If yes, what types of events would you attend? (Optional)

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16.Do you have a paid subscription to any news publications?*

Yes

17.If you answered yes above, what types of publications do you pay for? (Optional)

Local news

National news

International news

Print magazine(s)

Independent newsletters

Industry publications

Cultural/lifestyle publication

Business/finance publication

Other

18.If you answered yes above, what is the average monthly cost for a typical individual subscription? (Optional)

$1-5

$6-10

$10-25

$25-50

$50-100

$100+

19.If you answered yes above, why do you feel these publications are worth paying for? (Optional)

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20.Don’t worry: The regular Tri-Cities Central newsletters you already get will always be free. But I’m considering a paid membership option with some bonus content and extra perks. Would you consider signing up for that?*

Yes

Maybe, depending on the perks

21.Which of the following benefits might make you decide to sign up for a paid Tri-Cities Central membership/subscription?*

Exclusive local restaurant and retail discounts

Access to a comprehensive restaurant specials & happy hours hub

Exclusive long-form stories or articles

Access to a comprehensive community event calendar

Free entry to members-only events or meetups

Extra newsletter issues with more in-depth content

One-off breaking news emails

Topic-specific newsletters (dining/drinking, City Hall, family friendly, etc.)

Access to exclusive Tri-Cities Central community message board/online forum

A portion of membership proceeds going to local charities

I would support Tri-Cities Central for a modest fee without extra benefits

I would not pay for any membership/subscription regardless of benefits

22.We often feature advertising content from local businesses that sponsor Tri-Cities Central. What types of sponsored content do you find valuable? (Select all that apply) *

Arts & culture

Construction / trades

Fitness and/or yoga

Gardening, plants & landscaping

Health & wellness

Professional services (law, insurance, mortgage, etc.)

Real estate

Restaurants, bars, breweries, etc.

Retail & shopping

Churches & spiritual organizations

Sports & activities

None of the above

23.If you're working, who is your employer? (Optional)

24.I’m now offering part-time marketing services and consulting for local businesses and organizations. Would you—or someone you know—be interested in learning more?*

Yes

Maybe later

25.If you have any additional comments, questions, or wish to elaborate on one of the responses above, please share here. Thank you for your time and feedback!

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