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Advertising sales shift at the Northside News

Colin Murray II
Colin Murray

After many years of dedication to the Northside News, ad sales manager Lauri Lee is stepping down to focus on her other roles with the Northside Planning Council. Lauri served as editor and advertising manager of the Northside News from 2009-2013 and as business writer and proofreader in 2013 until returning as advertising manager as 2014.

We’re happy that this transition is not a farewell, though. Lauri will remain ever-present on the Northside, staying involved with the Northside News as a business writer and proofreader and continuing to serve on the Northside Planning Council Board of Directors, the FEED Operating Committee, the FEED Bakery Operating Committee and the Chair of the Northside Economic Development Coalition.

We are excited to welcome our second new team member of the year, Colin Murray. Colin will begin managing ad sales this June while continuing to serve as Executive Director of Dane Buy Local. Colin brings a wealth of experience from his time handling advertising at The Madison Times, BRAVA Magazine and Isthmus Publishing.

Northside News

For 30 years, the Northside News has been a free, trusted source of local news for more than 13,000 Northside households and businesses. Published by the Northside Planning Council, it supports local businesses, community voices, and dozens of local writers while connecting neighbors to what matters most. We’ve already raised over $25,500 from 135+ supporters. With just $4,500 left to raise by December 31, 2025, your donation today helps keep this community resource thriving in print and online.