Consumers rely on newspaper advertising for information. There are several options when it comes to advertising. First, would you like to present your information in a classified or a display ad. Classifieds are uniform word ads without any special formatting. Click here for more information on classified advertising in the

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www.centralwinews.comThe Star News Online
Tribune Phonograph Online
Record Review Online

Newspapers & Coverage Area
The Star News - Medford & all of Taylor County
Tribune Phonograph - Abbotsford/Colby/Curtiss/Dorchester/Milan/Unity
Record Review - Marathon/Stratford/Edgar/Athens
Additional Newspaper Circulation Available
Thorp Courier - Thorp
The Bee - Phillips

Shoppers & Coverage Area
The Shopper - Medford & all of Taylor County
Central Wisconsin Shopper - Abbotsford/Colby & Clark & Marathon County
Additional Shopper Coverage Available
West Central Wisconsin Shopper - Thorp
The Extra - Phillips

What publications would you like to place your advertisement in?
We can offer you several publication options at discounted rates (rerun rates) to cover Central Wisconsin.

How many weeks would you like to run your advertisement?
We can set you up on an advertising schedule for several weeks at a time. We also offer a discount for yearly contracts on several sizes with up to a 60% discount.

Would you like to add color?
Color sells 43% better than black and white. Ask about adding color to your advertisement. (Color ads require special placement.)

Will you be adding a photo?
We can help you with this, but always allow time for this additional work.

Do you know your deadlines?
Each publication has different deadlines. Please know your deadlines and be prepared to meet them.

Would you like to see your ad before it runs?
"Proofs" are provided for you to look over if requested, depending on ad size and the time we receive the final advertising information. Copy after deadline cannot be promised a proof. Major layout changes may result in additional charges. All proofs are property of The Star News and TP Printing and cannot be reproduced without written permission.

Where in the publication would you like your ad to appear?
Know where you want your display ad to run. There are several classifications to choose from. Guaranteed placement is subject to an additional 25% of advertisement charge.

What size ad would you like?
The size of your advertisement has a large impact on response and placement. Our publication pages are 6 columns wide by 14 inches long. Ad length can be increased by 1/2 inch increments only. For specific column measurements, see our Rate Card. *Please note that certain restrictions may apply for ads in The Star News that are bigger than 6 columns wide by 10 inches long.

How would you like to pay for your ad?
Display ads must be pre-paid before publication. Payments accepted are cash, check, VISA, Discover or MasterCard. Charge accounts can be set up after 90 days, prepayment is required until those 90 days are up. Please contact your advertising representative for appropriate forms.

Can I e-mail my ad?
Yes, if the ad is camera ready you can e-mail it as a PDF or JPG.

How do I advertise on www.centralwinews.com?
This site receives over 20,000 users a month. For more information on advertising with The Star News Online, please contact the Advertising Department at (715) 748-2626.
For the Tribune-Phonograph or The Record Review, contact the Advertising Department at 715-223-2342.