Write for PlymouthMN.com

Far away from fleeting social media feeds, PlymouthMN.com exists as hyperlocal publication designed to highlight life in Plymouth and the surrounding west metro - through the eyes of the people who live, work, and serve here.

Contributors are vital to our model, ranging from professional journalists to community members, volunteers, and local experts because they often provide niche content that traditional media misses, or wouldn't cover. If you have local knowledge, stories, or advice to share, then you are the missing piece of this puzzle and we would love to hear from you.

Who can contribute?

• Age Requirement: All primary contributors must be 18+.
• Student Voices: We value the perspective of our local students. If you are under 18, your pitch must be submitted by a parent, legal guardian, or sponsoring teacher who will serve as the primary point of contact and co-signer for the contribution.
• Local Ties: We prioritize pitches from residents of Plymouth and surrounding communities (parents, teachers, coaches, and community volunteers), local business owners, and nonprofit leaders.
• West Metro Professionals: Real estate and home service professionals with helpful, educational insights.

You do not need to be a professional writer. If you care about the community and have something useful to share, you are in the right place.

Topics we are looking for

Here are examples of the kinds of articles we publish:

• Neighborhood spotlights and relocation stories
• Guides to local parks, trails, and family activities​
• Profiles of local leaders, businesses, organizations, and events
• Practical tips on housing, homeownership, and moving
• Thoughtful commentary on living, working, and raising a family in Plymouth

We are especially interested in specific, experience‑based pieces - things you wish you had known earlier, or insights you regularly share with friends and clients.

What contributors receive

Approved contributors receive:

• A contributor profile on PlymouthMN.com
• A short author bio at the end of each article, with a link to your website or social profile
• Exposure to local readers who care about Plymouth and the west metro

For local businesses and professionals, this can be a low‑key way to build trust and visibility by sharing value first.

How to submit a pitch

To keep quality high, we start with a short pitch instead of full drafts. Here is how it works:

1. Fill out the contributor form on this page with your name, email, and a brief description of your idea.
2. Include a short outline or 3–5 sentence summary of what you want to cover.
3. We will review pitches and follow up with next steps if it is a good fit.

If your pitch is accepted, you can submit a draft in Google Docs, Word, or directly in the body of an email. We will handle light editing and formatting before publishing.

Contributor guidelines

To protect our readers and keep the site useful, we ask all contributors to agree to a few simple guidelines:

• We value Education over Promotion. The best way to build trust with our readers is by sharing your expertise freely. Save the 'sales pitch' for your author bio at the bottom.
• Be original: Submissions must be your own work and not published elsewhere.
• Be helpful: Focus on educating, informing, or inspiring local readers.
• Be transparent: If you mention your own business or services, do so in a natural, non‑salesy way.
• Be local: Articles should have a clear connection to Plymouth or the surrounding west metro.

By submitting, you give us permission to lightly edit your work for clarity, length, and style.

Ready to share your idea? Use the form below to pitch your article. We look forward to featuring more local voices on PlymouthMN.com.

Please allow 3–5 business days for our editorial team to review your pitch. We are a small, community-focused team and appreciate your patience.