Lisa Loucks-Christenson, Founder and Publisher
Lisa Loucks-Christenson's Lisa LC News
a division of Loucks Studios (est. 1984)
P.O. Box 9177
Rochester, MN 55903
Email: news@rochestersuntimes.com

Our Mission
Share sightings, conservation concerns, local history, street and country news, columns, books, art, money, outdoors, literature, poems, short stories, community artists, and global stories covering oak savanna wildlife, blue lupine habitats, medical news, business news, tech news, op/ed, music, entertainment, comics, community safety, and true-life tales for Rochester and beyond. We protect sources and welcome global voices.

Global Journalists: Submit Your Stories

We welcome journalists worldwide to share original reporting, photo essays, and features for our visitors. Your work helps our readers discover fresh perspectives on wildlife, conservation, community safety, and true-life stories that inspire and inform.

What we’re looking for

• Reported features on wildlife, conservation, climate impacts on habitats, and community responses
• Human-interest pieces, profiles, and solutions-focused journalism
• Investigations or explainers tied to nature, public safety, or local communities
• Strong photo stories or short documentary-style video pieces

Submission guidelines

• Original, unpublished work that you own the rights to
• Length: 800–1,500 words for written stories; brief pitch + sample for longer projects
• Include: working headline, 2–3 sentence summary, your name, location, and any relevant links or clips
• Attach 2–6 high‑resolution images (or provide a link) with captions and credits

How to submit

• Email your story or pitch to: [your submissions email]
• Subject line: Story Submission – [Country/Region] – [Short Title]
• Paste the text into the email body; attach images and documents as needed

By submitting, you confirm you have the right to share the material, and that sources are identified or safely anonymized. We can’t publish every story, but we review all submissions and will contact you if we plan to feature your work.

Got a Wildlife Story or News Tip?

Share sightings, conservation concerns, local history, or book ideas with our newsroom. We cover oak savanna wildlife, blue lupine habitats, community safety, and true-life tales for Oak Savanna Winds and beyond.

• What to Submit:Unusual animal sightings (e.g., wolves near Rochester trails).Environmental threats (pollution, habitat loss).Community stories (wildlife rescues, gardening wins).Publishing pitches (memoirs, wildlife photos/videos).
• Make It Strong:Be specific: Include dates, locations, photos/videos if safe.Evidence helps: Share documents, links, or witness contacts (anonymously if needed).Keep it brief: 100-300 words max.
• Your Privacy:Anonymous OK—we protect sources.Use our form below; no login required.