Andrea Smith

freelance journalist | former managing editor of @LadueNews and St. Louis Best Bridal; multimedia reporter at @AP, @stlpublicradio, @nwademgaz

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

This story means so much to me. I’ve worked hard and seen my name published many times, but this time my story is personal. I hope you’ll all read and realize that an ethnic identity means so much more than skin color. https://t.co/qd3vXTBWK6

[Hill Magazine @uahillmag]

I'm the great granddaughter of Mexican-American immigrants, but no one told me. Can I claim my Mexican identity as a privileged, white American? https://t.co/rnbddiThHH

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

Planning my Rehoboth Beach getaway - staying at Boardwalk Plaza Hotel. For friends who travel... https://t.co/PfwBesghQj @boardwalkplaza

[The Associated Press @AP]

Dancers from around the country and world gathered at the Plaza Hotel in New York City to break the record for most dancers on pointe at the same time.

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

At least my dog is interested in my stories. 🙂 Read the full feature in Celebrate Arkansas’ February issue at https://t.co/y0ev5cke13.

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

My internship with @AP changed my life. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists became my mentors and taught me to see news differently, capture it artistically and report it accurately. If you’re thinking about applying, do it already! https://t.co/j5vLqJKstN

[Susan Gonzalez (@susangonzalez.bsky.social) @TheNewsan]

Local news is a treasure to us all

[Caitlyn Yaede (she/her) @caitlyn_yaede]

The front page of tomorrow's @dailytarheel –

I shed many tears while typing up these heart-wrenching text messages sent and received by UNC students yesterday. Our campus was on lockdown for more than three hours.

Beyond proud of this cover and the team behind it.

[Gilmore Girls @GilmoreGirls]

Who knew the news could be so fashionable. #YaleDailyNews

[Ladue News @LadueNews]

In its first year, The FAM helped 33 Black individuals or families become homeowners in the metro area by giving financial aid and additional resources to those who have been hurt by race-based housing discrimination. https://t.co/1mNeVmnsxS

[Ladue News @LadueNews]

In a shift toward more inclusive treatment, people with autism and their supporters have dubbed April Autism Acceptance Month. https://t.co/i2O8oEQ6HZ

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

This is prime “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” weather. #stlwx @taylorswift13

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

Been waiting for this news for too long! #SYTYCD is where it’s at. 🙌🏼💃🏻

[Nigel Lythgoe OBE @dizzyfeet]

Great news #SYTYCD is coming back this Summer to @DANCEonFOX. Good luck to all the dancers trying out this year. Let!s bring some sunshine back into our lives. CUE MUSIC.

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

Rainbows, uteruses, cacti, oh my! Tiara Martinez and Ciara Martin’s macramé uterus wall hangings, earrings, keychains and ornaments have become increasingly popular, contributing to the growth of their small business. https://t.co/4o6bJvfW26

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

#Wordle is such a humbling experience. 🙃

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[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

Some of these events are specific to #BlackHistoryMonth, but these commemorative actions can be taken year-round. https://t.co/ig6FE2b8ks

[Chew In The Lou with Nine PBS @chewinthelou]

There truly are some funny people on the internet. We've been memed. #STLwx #ChewInTheLou

[Patrick Whittle @pxwhittle]

BREAKING: Sources close to the situation report that it's Thursday, not Friday.

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

"'Like a Boy' was curated and choreographed specifically for this team and all other female athletes who have been neglected in relation to their male counterparts,” Tiger Girls Assistant Coach Payton Ibos said via @lsureveille. https://t.co/n4CYfLPHLW

[Ladue News @LadueNews]

Voting closes this Sunday night! Cast your votes now to support your favorite local businesses in scoring a Platinum List award this year.

Ladue News’ #2022PlatinumList is presented by @lauramccarthyre and supported by @Mari_De_Villa. https://t.co/cY7E0q3Ilt

[Ladue News @LadueNews]

ICYMI: Check out Ladue News' top stories from the last year. https://t.co/pN16FwXvT3

[Andrea Smith @andr3afaith]

The weather outside is indeed frightful. #stlwx #tornadowarnings