There’s a lot that goes into each issue of The Community Paper — gathering stories, partnering with great businesses, making last-minute layout swaps and texting each other things like, “Is this headline hilarious or terrible?” And it’s all done by a small, passionate team that truly believes in the power of good news.

Thanks to their work (and your support), The Community Paper is now in more than 500 locations across Central Florida — 500! — including our newest additions: Winter Park and Dr. Phillips. If you’re reading us for the first time: Heyyyyy! We’re so glad you picked up this paper, and we hope you smile from cover to cover.

For 36 years, this paper has been telling the stories that bring Orlando together — and we’re proud to carry that mission forward. We’re working hard to spotlight more of what makes our community so special: neighbors making a difference, small businesses with big ideas and the everyday moments that make us proud to live in The City Beautiful.

A lot of our stories start with you. Some of our best ideas come from readers — people who send an email, share a photo or just say, “You’ve got to meet this person.” If you’ve got a tip or story idea, we’d love to hear it. You can always send us your suggestions or questions on our “contact” page at YourCommunityPaper.com.

We’ve got new features on the horizon and can’t wait to show you what’s next. Until then, thank you for reading, sharing and continuing to support a paper that’s been part of this city for nearly four decades.

We’re honored to keep the tradition going — and excited for what’s ahead!

—Lindsay