The Standard introduces a new weekly feature series on Sept. 10 Each week the online publication will spotlight social media posts, reader submissions and original stories. Starting today, “Feel Good Friday” features are a way to honor and recognize the southern Illinois community, its people and the places that call this place home. Anyone interestedContinue reading “The Standard announces Feel Good Friday column, weekly newsletter”
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800 wins and counting: Take a look back at the Hornettes’ season
The Standard had the privilege of standing on the sidelines during the Hornettes’ spring softball season. We were glad to capture these moments for the team, family, friends and community. Here is a link to a Google drive photo album. https://photos.app.goo.gl/8RJGdVwVJykggV91A We hope you enjoy them and we look forward to bringing more local coverageContinue reading “800 wins and counting: Take a look back at the Hornettes’ season”
Relive some of the moments from the 2021 baseball season
The Standard had the privilege of standing on the sidelines during the Hornets’ spring baseball season. We were glad to capture these moments for the team, family, friends and community. Here is a link to a Google drive photo album. https://photos.app.goo.gl/vooE9KjBrRVnG7BB6 We hope you enjoy them and we look forward to bringing more local coverageContinue reading “Relive some of the moments from the 2021 baseball season”
Relive some of the moments of the 2021 football season
The Standard had the privilege of standing on the sidelines during the Hornets’ spring football season. We were glad to capture these moments for the team, family, friends and community. Here is a link to a Google drive photo album. https://photos.app.goo.gl/fotuFeBeknRtBTbB9 We hope you enjoy them and we look forward to bringing more local coverage.Continue reading “Relive some of the moments of the 2021 football season”
One year in: How COVID changed everything
This month marks the one-year anniversary of when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the southern Illinois area. One year since staying six feet apart, figuring out remote learning and practicing social distancing became part of our everyday speak. It’s been a long and tough year in many respects, and it has definitely been one for theContinue reading “One year in: How COVID changed everything”
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Area health departments continue to await COVID vaccines
Several Southern Illinois health departments released statements commenting on the slow rollout of COVID-19 vaccines. The Washington County Health Department posted on its Facebook on Tuesday that while the area has moved on to vaccinated 1B, the number has not been quick to meet demand. “Vaccine continues to trickle in much slower than we wouldContinue reading “Area health departments continue to await COVID vaccines”
New online publication strives to bring factual, multimedia coverage to Southern Illinois
A new blog aims to bring factual and visual coverage to Southern Illinois. The Standard (www.thestandard.press) launched in January 2021. It was started by like-minded journalists who want to bring back a stripped down version of today’s events while still representing the heart of the community. Our staff has more than 20 years of experience.Continue reading “New online publication strives to bring factual, multimedia coverage to Southern Illinois”
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