Taking a Stand
Welcome to Lake County Features, an independent digital publication dedicated to original, in-depth reporting on the people, places and forces shaping Lake County. We deliver clarity, context and independence — no fluff, no press release rewrites.
Our goal is to share the many sides of Lake County — from vineyards, farms and small businesses to cultural life, natural beauty and the challenges that affect the county’s long-term health and sustainability. We aim to present a complete picture, even when that means examining difficult or less flattering truths.
Our contributors include experienced journalists, artisans, business leaders, activists and creative voices. As residents and professionals, we care deeply about the region’s future and we’re committed to telling stories that matter.
Our Weekly Rotation
We normally publish one post a week on Mondays. Each Monday edition rotates through our recurring formats, including:
Under the Hood: Data-rich analysis that prioritizes clarity, sourcing and what the numbers show.
Field Notes: Reporting rooted in observation, science and reflection on the county’s natural world.
The Makers: Profiles and Q&A with the people shaping Lake County’s culture, work and craft.
The Weekender: A guide to local events and seasonal highlights, sometimes paired with photo essays.
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Thank you for reading,
Tim Carl
Editor and Founder
Editorial Integrity and Corrections Policy
We believe in accurate, fair and transparent reporting. That means we don’t just get the story right — we’re also clear about what happens when we make a mistake.
Factual corrections (names, dates, figures, quotes, etc.) are made as soon as verified and noted with a correction notice at the top of the article.
Minor edits (grammar, typos, formatting) that don’t affect tone or meaning may be made without a public notice — but we still track them internally.
We do not alter stories just because a subject is unhappy with how they’re portrayed. Journalism isn’t PR, and our job is to report — not revise history.
All significant edits are reviewed by the editor and documented in our internal change log.
Correction notices will always explain:
What changed
Why it changed
When it changed
Example:
Correction (Aug. 7, 2025): A previous version of this story misstated the year of the event. It occurred in 2019, not 2020. The article has been updated.
If you see something you believe is incorrect, we welcome factual clarifications. Reach us at lakecountyfeatures@gmail.com. If it’s an error, we’ll fix it. If it’s a matter of preference or discomfort, we’ll kindly decline.
We take our responsibility seriously — to the facts, to our readers and to the public record.
For more information email us at lakecountyfeatures@gmail.com.
