Kelly Schmidt
Sales Manager
Liz Cahoon
Advertising Representative
Your customers 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. Display ads are specially designed ads with specific dimensions and eye catching graphics. Continue to scroll down for answers to commonly asked questions concerning display advertising or contact a sales advertising representative today at (715) 748-2626.
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.
Newspapers
The Star News - Medford
Tribune Phonograph - Abbotsford/Colby
Record Review - Marathon/Stratford/Edgar/Athens
Thorp Courier - Thorp West
The Bee - Phillips
Shoppers
Medford The Shopper - Medford
Central Wisconsin Shopper - Abbotsford/Colby
West Central Wisconsin Shopper - Thorp
The Extra - Phillips
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 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 does have 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. For a free copy of our SERVICE STANDARDS and our rate card, please call (715) 748-2626 or email us today.
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.
For additional questions about advertising with The Star News, please contact the sales team at (715) 748-2626.
How do I advertise on The Star News website?
This website receives over 600 hits each week. For more information on advertising with The Star News Online, please contact the Advertising Department at (715) 748-2626.
Bailey Jari
Advertising Representative
