Truth for the People. Change for the Community.
Choices Media is an independent watchdog journalism platform based in Keokuk, Iowa—dedicated to holding local power to account and giving everyday citizens a voice. We investigate what others overlook, expose what others conceal, and amplify the voices of those too often ignored by traditional media.
Our reporting is rooted in a simple belief: the truth belongs to the people.
Why We Exist
We started Choices Media because something was missing in our town—real accountability. Time and again, decisions were made behind closed doors, concerns brushed off, and the truth withheld from the very people most affected. Keokuk deserved better.
Rather than wait for someone else to do the digging, we took it upon ourselves to start asking hard questions and publishing what we found.
What We Do
- Investigative Reporting: We dig deep into city departments, taxpayer-funded organizations, and local power structures—following the facts wherever they lead.
- Community Engagement: We listen to residents, publish their concerns, and protect their identities when needed.
- Watchdog Alerts: We expose red flags in leadership, policy, and spending before they become full-blown crises.
- Tip-Based Journalism: We act on tips from the public. You tell us where to look—we’ll do the rest.
Our Principles
- Independent – No corporate sponsors. No political parties. Just people-powered journalism.
- Transparent – We cite our sources and welcome scrutiny.
- Fearless – We report without fear, even when it makes those in power uncomfortable.
- Local – We’re from here. We live here. And we fight for here.
Who We Are
Choices Media is a small but passionate team of local journalists, researchers, former public employees, and community watchdogs. Many of us have experienced firsthand what happens when leadership becomes unaccountable and silence replaces service.
Some of us write under pen names. Others report anonymously. But every story we publish is verified, reviewed, and rooted in facts.
We’re not here for clicks. We’re here for change.
Want to Help?
You can support our work by sharing our stories, submitting a tip, or simply staying informed. If you have information the public deserves to know—send it to us. Your identity will always be protected if you request anonymity.
Email tips confidentially to: tips@choices.mediaWe also accept secure anonymous submissions via our Tip Form.