How to Improve Your Palos Patch Experience

With 2012 in full swing now is the perfect time to catch you up on some of the important developments around these parts and remind you of some site features you may not know about. 

Let's Get Social

I know many of you are used to thinking of the site as an online newspaper. While we always try to bring you the most timely and informative stories about the Palos area, the site exists as something more. 

On Patch you are able to post your own events, announcements and share information through our Local Voices blogging platform. We also have a comprehensive local business directory. All these features make Patch resemble something more like a virtual town square. If you are an expert on a particular area, are involved in a community group or even just have a bit of news to share this is the place to let everyone know about it. 

I plan on reporting on some really interesting topics over the next few months that will hopefully give you a better understanding about the difficulties facing your town and the triumphs of its residents. At the same time, the site is ultimately yours and reflects the passion and involvement of its users. 

If you have an idea for something that should be on Patch e-mail me at Daniell@patch.com. If you are unsure of how to go about submitting your own information reach out and I will be more than happy to walk you through it. It's easy, I promise. 

Taking The Show on the Road

I am excited to announce a pair of events that I will be participating in. I will be stopping by to talk with the fine folks there about the . If you happen to catch me in repeats over the next few weeks, you are always encouraged to send me e-mails making fun of my television appearance. 

I will also be speaking on a panel at on Feb. 7 at 11 a.m. in the library. I will be joined by a few other journalists to talk about the industry in the 21st century. Check out the attached PDF for more information. 

Shameless Plug

Remember to follow Palos Patch on Facebook. If you are interested in blogging (which requires no time commitment and is much easier than it sounds) let me know and we can chat.