In case you haven't seen the Knight News Challenge yet, the deadline isn't far away and there is a web chat about it tomorrow: http://www.newschallenge.org/index.html
"We seek innovations that use new or available technology to distribute content in local communities. Take part in the $5 million annual Knight News Challenge contest. Anybody worldwide can apply.
There are three rules to follow to apply to the 2010 Knight News Challenge:
1. Use digital, open-source technology.
2. Distribute news in the public interest.
3. Test your project in a local community.
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