About Us

An Independent’s Day

Coffee? Check. News? Check. Here at the Rocky Mountain Independent, we recommend having your cup of coffee with a newspaper and a computer.
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Meet RMI: John Moore

Launching the Rocky Mountain Independent is about trying to save a profession that is essential for democracy.

Meet RMI: Cindy House

Say what you will about the reasons newspapers are failing. People still need the news that matters to them.

Meet RMI: Steve Foster

In South Dakota, you are either a Broncos fan, a Vikings fan or someone who doesn’t watch football.

Meet the RMI Staff

Learn more about the staff and founding members that make up the Rocky Mountain Independent.

Why become a member?

Support Rocky Mountain Independent and go beyond simply reading the news of the day. Gain access to premium content, comments and other perks as an RMI Member.

The RMI Network

Part of our mission at the Rocky Mountain Independent is to give journalists a place to gather to do what they love on their own terms. Get a closer look at some of our first partners.

FAQ's

Why are we here and what are we doing? Good questions. Here are some answers.