Margaret Hobbs started with the Southern Standard in 1993 as editor of the children’s newspaper, the Mini Standard, working with 12 area schools. Over the years, she has added the duty of Lifestyle editor and finds joy in interacting with folks and presenting their “happy” news. Margaret has been married to her childhood sweetheart, Michael, for almost 50 years. Her spare time is spent traveling, and enjoying her three daughters and six grandchildren.