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- Overall, we rate the Chatham Star-Tribune as least biased based on straight news reporting and a reasonably balanced editorial perspective. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing of local news and a clean fact check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED (1.5)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Chatham Star-Tribune is a local newspaper serving Chatham, Virginia, and surrounding communities. According to its About page, the publication covers local news, sports, business, and community events. The newspaper is part of a network of local papers owned by Womack Publishing Company, which operates multiple small-town newspapers in Virginia and North Carolina.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Chatham Star-Tribune is owned by Womack Publishing Company, a family-owned regional newspaper publisher based in Chatham, Virginia. Womack Publishing owns several local newspapers, including the Chatham Star-Tribune and the South Hill Enterprise. The company generates revenue through subscriptions, local advertising, and classifieds.
Analysis / Bias
The Chatham Star-Tribune focuses on local news coverage, such as town government, community events, and high school sports. There is no strong indication of partisan bias in its news reporting, as the publication largely sticks to factual and straightforward reporting on local affairs.
A review of the article “Railroad crossing on Depot Street to close for repairs,” shows a neutral tone, presenting facts without opinion or ideological framing. The paper does not cover national or international news.
The editorial and opinion section (view here) contains a mix of letters to the editor and opinion pieces, but there is no clear pattern of partisan favoritism. Many opinion articles discuss community concerns, local government matters, and broader social issues from various perspectives. This suggests that the newspaper allows a range of viewpoints rather than adhering to a specific ideological stance.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Chatham Star-Tribune as least biased based on straight news reporting and a reasonably balanced editorial perspective. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing of local news and a clean fact check record. (D. Van Zandt 02/27/2025)
Source: https://www.chathamstartribune.com/
Last Updated on February 27, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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