Thread by @TexasTribune

1/ Here's how (and why) The @TexasTribune is covering #coronavirus in Texas.

In the midst of a health crisis, it's important we help Texans navigate this ordeal by providing trusted information and helpful context about these rapidly changing events.

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2/ We’re involving the community in our reporting.

We've heard from more than 900 Texans about how the #coronavirus is impacting them.

We’re prioritizing answering reader questions — and you’ve now sent us more than 200. bit.ly/2WcUwXo

3/ We’re reading, discussing and implementing best practices and industry guidelines.

Like this advice on responsibility from @Poynter 👉bit.ly/3cUqjCo

And these recommendations from @aaja 👇

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https://twitter.com/aaja/status/1237079638989561856

4/ We’re reporting the biggest and most important breaking news as it happens — like cases of community spread.

We're working on in-depth accountability journalism fueled by our policy expertise — like reporting on the state's testing capacity. bit.ly/2WcUwXo

5/ Our reporting on #coronavirus has appeared in 140 different publications to date.

Our coverage is free for all to read and republish.

That’s important to us, and it’s essential during a public health crisis. bit.ly/2WcUwXo

6/ If you want to help us keep the public informed on this important topic, please consider supporting our nonprofit newsroom with a donation or sharing our coverage with your network. support.texastribune.org/donate

7/7 Have thoughts about how we can better help you navigate this story?

Email us at [e-mail].

We’re here to serve, and no matter what the news brings, that won’t change.