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Wonder why the Beacon Journal does certain things? Check out the USA TODAY Network Style Guide
I often get questions from readers about why the Beacon Journal does certain things the way we do. Why does a physician get the "Dr." courtesy title but not someone who earned a doctor of philosophy? When do reporters agree to not name a source? And why is a pamphlet is a flyer, not a flier? The answer is we follow accepted journalism style — and now I'm happy to be able to share our style guide with you. The USA TODAY Network, which includes the Akron Beacon Journal and Record-Courier, on April 10 launched its USA TODAY Network Style Guide, a tool to help our journalists uphold our commitment to clarity, accuracy, consistency and transparency in journalism. We're also offering this free tool for our community, including students, teachers, bloggers and anyone with a passion for writing. Michael McCarter, vice president Opinion Group and Standards and Ethics for the USA TODAY Network, explains in the forward that this new style guide "is an evolving document that empowers us to communicate with clarity, accuracy and respect to foster trust and understanding." "We sincerely hope the style guide will be used and referenced in the spirit it was intended: to establish a uniting tool that provides simple guidance regarding language to enable consistency and clarity as we deliver on our mission of serving and empowering our communities," McCarter wrote. Of course, the USA TODAY Network Style Guide is just that — a guide. There still will be questions not addressed in the style guide that local editors consider while taking into account the communities we serve. For example, is that patch of grass between the sidewalk and street a tree lawn or devil strip? Anyone in Akron knows the answer to this question. (Devil strip, obviously.) Curious to see the answers to the questions I posed above or other style questions? You can check out the USA TODAY Network Style Guide at And, as always, I welcome your questions and feedback. Send me an email at cpowell@ or call 330-996-3902. Cheryl Powell is executive editor for the Akron Beacon Journal and regional editor for the USA TODAY Network North Ohio region. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: USA TODAY Network launches style guide
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Editor's Note: USA TODAY Network Style Guide provides transparency, clarity for readers
To our readers, We are thrilled to announce the launch of the USA TODAY Network Style Guide, a crucial tool that embodies our unwavering commitment to clarity, accuracy, consistency and transparency in journalism. This guide is not only a valuable resource for journalists but also a free tool for our community, including students, teachers, bloggers and anyone with a passion for writing. In an ever-evolving landscape of language and communication, the USA TODAY Network Style Guide serves as a dynamic and sensible resource. The document aims to provide clarity and accuracy in reporting, addressing contemporary issues and nuanced terminology with precision and sensitivity. Crafted to adapt to the unique demands of each story, the guide provides flexibility while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Our purpose is to empower those who seek to communicate effectively, fostering trust and understanding within our communities and beyond. The USA TODAY Network Style Guide is available for free by visiting this link, ensuring that its benefits extend far beyond our newsroom to those who learn, teach, and create content every day. We sincerely hope that this guide will be used and referenced in the spirit it was intended: as a tool providing simple guidance regarding language as we deliver on our mission of serving and empowering our communities. This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: USA TODAY Network Style Guide: How to access free tool
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Introducing the USA Today Network Style Guide
To our readers, We are thrilled to announce the launch of the USA TODAY Network Style Guide, a crucial tool that embodies our unwavering commitment to clarity, accuracy, consistency and transparency in journalism. This guide is not only a valuable resource for journalists but also a free tool for our community, including students, teachers, bloggers and anyone with a passion for writing. In an ever-evolving landscape of language and communication, the USA TODAY Network Style Guide serves as a dynamic and sensible resource. The document aims to provide clarity and accuracy in reporting, addressing contemporary issues and nuanced terminology with precision and sensitivity. Crafted to adapt to the unique demands of each story, the guide provides flexibility while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Our purpose is to empower those who seek to communicate effectively, fostering trust and understanding within our communities and beyond. The USA TODAY Network Style Guide is available for free by visiting or by following the footer at ensuring that its benefits extend far beyond our newsroom to those who learn, teach, and create content every day. We sincerely hope that this guide will be used and referenced in the spirit it was intended: as a tool providing simple guidance regarding language as we deliver on our mission of serving and empowering our communities. Brandon Hurley, editor This article originally appeared on Iowa City Press-Citizen: Introducing the USA Today Network Style Guide
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USA TODAY Network launches new style guide
To our readers, We are thrilled to announce the launch of the USA TODAY Network Style Guide, a crucial tool that embodies our unwavering commitment to clarity, accuracy, consistency and transparency in journalism. This guide is not only a valuable resource for journalists but also a free tool for our community, including students, teachers, bloggers and anyone with a passion for writing. In an ever-evolving landscape of language and communication, the USA TODAY Network Style Guide serves as a dynamic and sensible resource. The document aims to provide clarity and accuracy in reporting, addressing contemporary issues and nuanced terminology with precision and sensitivity. Crafted to adapt to the unique demands of each story, the guide provides flexibility while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Our purpose is to empower those who seek to communicate effectively, fostering trust and understanding within our communities and beyond. The USA TODAY Network Style Guide is available for free by visiting this link, ensuring that its benefits extend far beyond our newsroom to those who learn, teach, and create content every day. We sincerely hope that this guide will be used and referenced in the spirit it was intended: as a tool providing simple guidance regarding language as we deliver on our mission of serving and empowering our communities. Greg Borowski, Executive editor This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: USA TODAY Network launches new style guide
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USA TODAY Network Style Guide a resource for media and the public
To our readers, We are thrilled to announce the launch of the USA TODAY Network Style Guide, a crucial tool that embodies our unwavering commitment to clarity, accuracy, consistency and transparency in journalism. This guide is not only a valuable resource for journalists but also a free tool for our community, including students, teachers, bloggers and anyone with a passion for writing. In an ever-evolving landscape of language and communication, the USA TODAY Network Style Guide serves as a dynamic and sensible resource. The document aims to provide clarity and accuracy in reporting, addressing contemporary issues and nuanced terminology with precision and sensitivity. Crafted to adapt to the unique demands of each story, the guide provides flexibility while upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity. Our purpose is to empower those who seek to communicate effectively, fostering trust and understanding within our communities and beyond. The USA TODAY Network Style Guide is available free by visiting this link, ensuring that its benefits extend far beyond our newsroom to those who learn, teach and create content every day. We sincerely hope that this guide will be used and referenced in the spirit it was intended: as a tool providing simple guidance regarding language as we deliver on our mission of serving and empowering our communities. Ben GoadExecutive Editor, The Tennessean This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: USA TODAY Network Style Guide available to the public
