Members Explain Why They Support Local News
Supporters share how Moonshine Ink informs, connects, and strengthens the Tahoe/Truckee community through independent local journalism.
Good News Inside — But First, the Hard Part
Moonshine Ink needs the support of its Tahoe/Truckee community. Show up for independent news by buying a copy of Potholes & Powder Days, our 10-year Shine On cartoon collection, and laugh for journalism’s sake.
Make a Difference This Holiday Season: Support Local Journalism
We all play a role in sustaining local journalism. Moonshine Ink is Tahoe/Truckee’s independent newspaper, and we need you! Plus, win a tote bag!
How Many Journalists Would a Nation Keep?
Two studies released this summer underscore the tenuous state of American journalism. One looks at how many U.S. journalists are there and the other, how America values them.
Shine On: A Decade of Cartoons Collected
Moonshine Ink is publishing a book of Mike English’s Shine On cartoons — a decade of Tahoe/Truckee humor and history, just in time for the holidays.
Three First-Place Awards to Moonshine, Other Recognition Received in Annual Newspaper...
Moonshine Ink received more than 10 awards in the 2025 Better Newspaper Contest.
There’s No Home-Place Like a Hometown Newspaper
A lifelong love for the Tahoe Sierra, from high school backpacking trips to bringing grandkids to the mountains, inspires member Kerry Loux to be devoted to preserving its beauty for future generations. Moonshine is a part of that commitment.
From Column to Collection
Eve Quesnel’s new book, Snow Fleas and Chickadees: Everyday Observations in the Sierra, invites you to rediscover nature’s everyday magic right outside your door. Here’s what inspired the book and how it has changed Eve herself.
Supporting Local News, Together
Survey results offer a clear endorsement of the mission for quality local journalism and a roadmap for deepening member engagement.
The Art of the Interview
Trust, persistence, and in-person interviews — our seasoned reporters share their best tips for getting sources to talk. Read their insights on navigating tough conversations in journalism.