Google and Facebook have enormous economic and political power in society – especially over the news industry. Many ask if they have played a role in the misinformation that erodes our free press and plagues our democracy. Google and Facebook have a duopoly of the distribution of digital news content,[Read More…]
Tag: Facebook
HT, Chamber launch new business FB group
RBC I The Herald Times and Meeker Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to create an online community for local business owners to connect and grow their businesses. Today they will be launching the county’s first business development Facebook group “RBC Business Insiders.” The group will feature marketing and business[Read More…]
Facebook jail
In the 15 years since Facebook opened its services to the general public, the site has grown massively, today boasting more than 2 billion active monthly users. Its sheer scale, reach and cultural significance makes it all but a necessity for business owners, community organizers and government entities alike. Public[Read More…]
Mis- and dis-, evil twins of information
Apple should turn off that “screen time” notification for a season. Just saying. I’ve spent more time in the last week researching the validity of information in YouTube videos and FB posts from friends than I have giggling over silly dog videos and quarantine memes. Some of y’all are really,[Read More…]
Put your money where your mouth is
RBC | Facebook. Happy little dings, memes, being able to share something with people without actually having to talk to those people (or put on pants)—what’s not to love? A lot, actually. For me, Facebook is how I tune out the chaos of daily life. Lately I’ve found myself subconsciously opening[Read More…]
FNBR gives savings bond to Facebook fans
First National Bank of the Rockies (FNBR) gives away a $100 savings bond every week to one of its lucky Facebook fans. Now through June 24, 2011, a Facebook fan will be randomly chosen weekly to win the prize.
Loose Ends: Say what, Facebookers?
When the Herald Times first joined Facebook and offered readers a chance to editorialize
Facebook writers in agreement with Arizona’s immigration bill
Editor’s note: On the Herald Times Facebook page last week, a question was asked if readers supported the immigration bill recently passed in Arizona and whether they would like to see similar legislation in Colorado.
