Website Design and Community Event Management Platform
- CLIENT: The Dirt
- INDUSTY: Local News and Community Events
- SERVICES PROVIDED: Web Design, CMS Setup, Community Event Management
- KEY FEATURES: Custom local news and events website. Community-submitted event system with moderation. Clear event listings and calendar views. Responsive, mobile-friendly design. Easy content management for editors.
Challenge Addressed
The Dirt needed a central digital hub for local news and events that truly reflected its role as a community resource. The site needed to be easy to navigate, visually engaging, and flexible enough to support a growing volume of local events. A key requirement was enabling the community to submit their own events while maintaining editorial oversight and quality control.
This project required balancing openness with structure. The website needed to encourage community participation while giving editors full control over what was published. It also had to present events in a clear and organized way so visitors could quickly see what was happening in the area.
Solutions
I designed and implemented a modern, responsive website that reflects The Dirt’s local voice and community focus. Beyond the visual design, I built a community event submission system that allows users to submit events directly through the site. Submissions flow into an editorial review process where events can be approved, edited, categorized, and scheduled before going live.
Key solutions implemented:
- Custom web design tailored for local news and lifestyle content
- Community event submission forms with moderation controls
- Structured event listings and calendar views for easy discovery
- A CMS setup that allows editors to manage content without technical overhead
- Mobile-optimized layouts for users browsing on the go
“Tom Cushna at Spadefoot Studios is my lifeline as a business owner. His experience and work ethic is unmatched.”
— Hanna Nakano
Editor-in-Chief
THE DIRT
Results
The new site has become a dynamic community platform where residents can both discover and contribute local events. The event submission system has reduced administrative friction while increasing participation and engagement. With a clearer design and streamlined workflows, The Dirt can now manage more content, more events, and a more active community with ease.
Ready to Forge a New Path?
Whether you’re looking to revamp your current website or build something entirely new, I’m here to help you every step of the way. Get in touch today, and let’s turn your ideas into a beautiful, functional website.