Dear Readers,

Journalism captivated me due to one initial reason: truth. The act of reporting incorporates both passion and gumption for discovering the truth and then developing that truth into a record in which others can appreciate and learn from. Through the cultivation of news, journalist are able to share the stories, experiences, and lessons of others that otherwise would be left unheard. In other words, journalism allows truth to prevail, and in return, people are brought together.

After three consecutive years of writing for the Jacket Journal, I’ve experienced the unity that journalism forms between not only individuals but an entire community. This sense of oneness that a single publication can generate is immense, and most definitely proves how necessary journalism is in our contemporary society.

Ending the print publication, though disappointing, was an alteration made to invoke higher interest from our audience, We hope that you, our beloved readers, can discover the importance and admiration of truth that our staff provides through each article.

Thank you for allowing me to expand my love for writing; but most importantly, thank you for allowing me to experience personal growth with every issue produced. I dedicated most of my journalism career to delivering heartfelt advice, and through that endeavor, I learned just as much, if not more, from you as I can truly hope you did me.

That growth will carry me through the rest of my life.

Woodford County High School, our audience and our supports, it has been an absolute privilege to report for you.

With best wishes,

Nick Grimard