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A lifelong commitment to exposing the truth. Helping Northwest Indiana youth tell their stories and shape their future through media arts.

Exciting News Ahead ! ! !  

Exciting News- Off the Cover News is Officially a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit!

 

I'm proud to share that Off the Cover News is now a nonprofit organization.

 

This milestone means we can expand our mission to provide media training, civic storytelling, and mentorship opportunities for the youth and young adults across Northwest Indiana.

We also want to focus our attention on the future potential partnership with SCH The School City of Hammond as a part of the Readiness Employment Seals Initiative in Northwest Indiana.

This collaboration will help prepare students for success beyond the classroom, offering paid internships to gain real-world exposure to media.

 

What started as a vision to amplify student and community voices is now growing into a platform that builds pathways for the next generation of journalists, creators, and civic leaders.

 

As we move forward, we're inviting community partners, schools, and local businesses to join us in this mission through collaboration, mentorship, and support. We are looking forward to working with all local high schools and colleges in the area as well.

 

Stay tuned for updates as this partnership develops, exciting things are ahead for Hammond's students and the next generation.

Our Story

Off the Cover News is dedicated to providing credible and unbiased civic news to young adults in Northwest Indiana. Our mission is to deliver news that is both credible and entertaining, ensuring our readers are well-informed about the world around them.

Podcasting Media, Video Production, and Storytelling. 

We enhance our digital media services by using empirical evidence that will entertain our viewers. We specialize in creating engaging content, implementing videos for podcasting interviews and more.

Content

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We deliver diverse topics and give students a voice to be heard and make great content within media, news, round table discussions and more. 

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We thrive on boosting our social media strategy with our innovative solutions. From content creation to community management, we've got you covered.

Analytics

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We understand our audience better with our advanced analytics tools. By gaining valuable insight to optimize your digital media campaigns and drive success.

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Explore a variety of engaging content categories including Arts & Entertainment, Current News, Lifestyle, Off the Cover Sports, Interviews and more!

 

Stay informed with our latest stories and updates.

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Internships and Mentorship Programs

The Hammond Youth Mentorship and Internship Program is a youth development initiative for ages 13–21. Each year, participants engage in mentorship and internship opportunities at partner schools and community sites, building skills in leadership, media literacy, teamwork, public speaking, community engagement, and digital media.

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Godly Scents

Godly Scents is a podcast dedicated to showcasing success and excellence through faith. Each episode highlights inspiring mentors from all walks of life, including entrepreneurs, artists, leaders, and visionaries who share their journeys, lessons, and wisdom to empower and uplift the next generation. Through authentic conversations and faith-driven storytelling, Godly Scents gives a voice to those who embody purpose, perseverance, and divine guidance.

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Podcasts and Journalism

Our Youth Podcasting and Journalism Program empowers young people to become storytellers and truth-seekers. Through hands-on training in interviewing, reporting, and digital production, participants gain the skills and confidence to share their perspectives and elevate community voices.

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Off The Cover Interviews

The Programs Team amplifies community stories through powerful interviews, offering media-arts centered opportunities for youth and local voices to be heard through our Community Voices Program.

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