Our Hometown News
A podcast covering the local media industry.
Episodes
12 episodes
Creative Text Layouts in the Block Editor
In this post we'll be covering the basic blocks for handling text content as well as how to combine these blocks with others to build engaging and creative designs. Heading Paragraph List Table Quote Details Spacer Separator Buttons Classic Cus...
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Building info boxes in the Wordpress block editor
https://youtu.be/4l1DpcOWqtM In this support session, Our-Hometown’s lead CSR Vera Lemonovich walks Emily Sachar of the Red Hook Daily Catch through building an info box as a sidebar within an article using the WordPress Block Editor. Topics co...
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Platform Updates and New Block Editor Features
Text Blocks There are several new options in the right sidebar for styling and handling typography in text-containing blocks: Headings Paragraphs Lists Tables Each panel in the right sidebar now has a 3-dot menu allowing you to toggle additiona...
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Block Editor Updates — New Features for Handling Text
Text Blocks There are several new options in the right sidebar for styling and handling typography in text-containing blocks: Headings Paragraphs Lists Tables Each panel in the right sidebar now has a 3-dot menu allowing you to toggle additiona...
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Block Editor Updates — New Layout Features
In this post we'll take a look at often-used Layout blocks and some of the new feature and interface updates. Layout Blocks Group Block The Group block brings together other blocks inside one container so that you can set a background...
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Embrace the Block Editor: Accelerating Your Digital News Production
The WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg) represents a significant evolution in content creation, offering particular advantages for newspaper publishers looking to streamline their digital operations. At a time when publishing speed and visual pr...
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Block Editor Updates — Images and Media
Image BlockGallery BlockCover Block Image Block Once you add the Image block, you will be presented with three methods to select your image: Upload an image file, pick one from your media library, or add one with a URL. Once the image has been ...
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Inspiration Hub — Examples of Effective Block Patterns
Staff DirectoryArticle Sponsor Platform FeaturesTestimonials Staff Directory Example Article Sponsor Example AudioArticles Listen to the news anywhere Improved website accessibility Monetize with pre-roll ads No app or download required Digital...
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Navigating the Block Editor
https://youtu.be/4sWjvBJjLWo Getting Acquainted with the Interface Upon opening a new post or page, you'll immediately notice the difference. Here's a breakdown of the key interface elements: The Main Content Area: This is where you'll see your...
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The Power of Patterns: Block Editor Basics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97briqEnR1Q The WordPress block editor (often called Gutenberg) has revolutionized how we create content, moving from a single text field to a modular system of blocks. One of the most powerful, yet sometimes ove...
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OHT Feature Guide
Overview ✓ WordPress Customized for Local News Publishers ✓ Generate Revenue, Engage with Readers, and Increase Efficiency with Our Hometown's Digital & PrePress Content Management System ✓ First class customer support for the world's most ...
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Bring Your Stories to Life: Video Uploads Are Now Live on Our-Hometown
In the world of digital storytelling, words and photos lay the foundation. But to truly capture the energy of a moment—the roar of the crowd, the passion in a speech, the buzz of a community event—you need motion. That’s why the team at Our-Hom...
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