mgruber alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as mgruber (local government, urban redevelopment and traffic safety). The closest matches are The Quietside Journal, Pete Buttigieg's Substack and Save Austin Now substack. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 13, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    The Quietside Journal3K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: The Quietside Journal publishes local news, interviews, and policy analysis covering Maine's coastal communities, including municipal regulations, education, and housing developments. It serves readers interested in…

    Likely audience: local government officials

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

    Husband, dad, veteran, writer, and proud Midwesterner. 19th US Secretary of Transportation and former Mayor of South Bend.

    Likely audience: political activists

    1 shared topic

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    Save Austin Now substack235K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Save Austin Now publishes weekly updates on Austin City Council elections, charter amendments (Prop I), and local government accountability initiatives. The newsletter serves Austin voters and donors by combining…

    Likely audience: Austin residents

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    Libs of TikTok156K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    News and videos you can’t see anywhere else.

    Likely audience: social media users

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    Everything Coliving37K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

    Everything Coliving is your once-a-week a recap of the latest coliving news, projects, developments and insights in this ever-growing industry.

    Likely audience: Coliving operators

    1 shared topic

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    Civic Media Today23K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Civic Media Today publishes daily regional news roundups focused on Wisconsin and Michigan, covering politics, elections, sports, and local community issues. The publication aggregates diverse formats including news…

    Likely audience: Wisconsin residents

    1 shared topic

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    Pat Ryan18K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 25 days ago

    From recent posts: Pat Ryan's newsletter publishes weekly updates on his political activities in the Hudson Valley, covering election mobilization, antitrust enforcement, healthcare policy, and foreign policy advocacy. It serves readers…

    Likely audience: local government officials

    1 shared topic

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    Contrarian Boston15K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Contrarian Boston publishes investigative journalism and cultural commentary on Boston local news, urban planning, housing policy, and media personalities, including recurring segments like 'Beat the Press with Emily…

    Likely audience: Urban planners and developers

    1 shared topic

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    Black and Brief15K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago

    It's capital B, capital F over here. Nuance is king. Rage is valid. I'm Black, I'm Feminist, and my superpower is prose. Shout out to Dr. Brittney Cooper.

    Likely audience: social justice advocates

    1 shared topic

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    The Dakota Scout14K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: The Dakota Scout covers South Dakota local news, including election law lawsuits, candidate forums, municipal hires, and prison reform letters, alongside obituaries, public notices, and cartoons.

    Likely audience: South Dakota residents

    1 shared topic

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    MrCheckpoint13K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    MrCheckpoint keeps you informed with real-time checkpoint alerts, community-reported ICE activity, raw police footage, and independent journalism you won’t find anywhere else. Join us for exclusive content & community…

    Likely audience: Event attendees

    1 shared topic

  12. 12
    FingerLakes1.com10K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    The newsroom that keeps you up-to-date every day of the year.

    Likely audience: Finger Lakes residents

    1 shared topic

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    Indiantown Currents10K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    Indiantown Currents is a free, newsletter delivering fact-based local government reporting for Indiantown, Florida, and the surrounding communities of Port Salerno and Hobe Sound.

    Likely audience: community activists

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 18 days ago

    From recent posts: The Liberal Democrat Newswire delivers weekly updates on UK politics, party strategy, and election results for the Liberal Democrat membership and supporters. Each issue combines news analysis, policy reports, and…

    Likely audience: Local government officials

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: Based in Lafayette, Indiana publishes local news for Tippecanoe County residents, including candidate Q&As for county offices and Indiana House District 27, zoning hearings on large-scale data centers, public library…

    Likely audience: local government officials

    1 shared topic

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    No bine, Cluj9K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 17 days ago

    From recent posts: No bine, Cluj! is a Romanian news newsletter covering political developments, local Cluj County events, and broader national stories. Its content mixes political reporting, cultural commentary, automotive and tech…

    Likely audience: Romanian general public

    1 shared topic

  17. 17

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    A dream home in Europe doesn't have to cost a fortune. Real listings around €100k, twice a week.

    Likely audience: International real estate investors

    1 shared topic

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    The New Urban Order9K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: The New Urban Order publishes in-depth analysis on urban planning, housing policy, and civic infrastructure, featuring long-form articles on political dynamics and city development alongside subscriber spotlights. The…

    Likely audience: urban planners

    1 shared topic

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    Henrico News Minute8K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    A daily weekday podcast featuring news and information from the Henrico Citizen in Henrico County, Virginia

    Likely audience: Henrico County residents

    1 shared topic

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    The Debrief8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso talk life and policy in Upstate New York.

    Likely audience: local government officials

    1 shared topic

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    RVA 5x58K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    No algorithms. No content filters. Honest and insightful analysis and commentary on news from Richmond, VA.

    Likely audience: Local residents of Richmond, VA

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

    Política e Notícias do Mandato de Vereador por Florianópolis, SC.

    Likely audience: Local government officials

    1 shared topic

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    The Mayor's Desk8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 11, 2026

    Direct from the desk of the Mayor of the City of Naples, Teresa Heitmann comments on local priorities, quality of life, and how we can protect what makes Naples special. Stay informed, stay engaged, and make your voice…

    Likely audience: Community leaders

    1 shared topic

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    Andru’s Substack7K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    From recent posts: Andru's Substack publishes legal and policy analysis on New Hampshire education funding, taxation, and judicial recusal. The content is tailored to readers interested in local government and school district finance.

    Likely audience: New Hampshire voters

    1 shared topic

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