Dave Wheelan Talk

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EVERY TOWN NEEDS A SPY

An Evening with Dave Wheelan, Publisher and Executive Director of the Spy
The Oxford Community Center is pleased to announce an insightful
talk by Dave Wheelan, Publisher and Executive Editor of the Spy newspapers, on January 18 at
5:30 PM.

About the Talk: Dave Wheelan will delve into the fascinating world of the Spy experiment on
the Mid-Shore over the last 14 years. He will discuss the vital role of extremely local news and
arts coverage and its impact on community development and awareness.

About Dave Wheelan: Dave Wheelan, a native of Winnetka, IL, brings over thirty years of
experience in communications, institutional development, and strategic planning. Throughout his
career, he has collaborated with esteemed organizations such as the Robert F. Kennedy
Memorial Foundation, Washington College, The Nature Conservancy, Trust for Public Land,
and the University of California, Berkeley.

In 2009, Wheelan founded the Spy, a pioneering initiative that currently supports four e-
newspapers on the Eastern Shore. As Publisher and Executive Editor, Wheelan has been a
driving force in providing communities with insightful and relevant news coverage.

“As a community engagement and enrichment hub, we are honored to host Dave Wheelan’s talk,
Every Town Needs a Spy.  This event aligns with our commitment to fostering knowledge and
connection within our community, and his perspective resonates with our mission to empower
and educate” said Liza Ledford, Executive Director of the Oxford Community Center.

Come and spend an evening with the person behind the Spy to discuss firsthand how
highlighting regional art and reporting hyperlocal stories is pivotal in nurturing and shaping the
identity of the Mid-Shore.

Admission is free, and refreshments will be available for purchase.