Central Current, Inc. is a startup nonprofit local news organization dedicated to bringing independent online news to Central New York. We will take an entrepreneurial approach to online journalism that redefines the relationship between news media and its audience. As a mission-centered nonprofit organization, we are exclusively focused on serving and engaging the community to enhance civic dialogue, strengthen democracy, and foster a better understanding of issues. We will uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity and creative storytelling while ensuring news coverage reflects the needs and diversity of the region. We strive to reshape the model of local news that is not beholden to commercial or political interests, and we are committed to free and open access to our news content.