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The Unpredictable Impact of Journalism

A story can take unexpected turns after publication.

Senior Editor Harley Rustad shared a real estate listing, sparking curiosity. The listing described a 57,650-square-foot compound on 157 acres of Niagara farmland, featuring a grand foyer, commercial kitchen, and various amenities.

Marketted for "educational use, a corporate retreat, or repurposing" at $9.4 million, the compound's photos revealed a different story: deserted dorms, hallways, and a mess hall. The site, once a "tough love" military-style private boarding school for boys, was now abandoned and bankrupt.

The place felt frozen, as if everyone had fled at once.

Author's summary: Journalism's impact can be unpredictable and far-reaching.

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