Publication Day

Every Wednesday

Deadline

Friday at 4:00 PM

Circulation

10,300 Households

Distribution

Union County USPS

Newspaper Specifications

Page Dimensions

  • Full Page Width: 10.625 inches (6 columns)
  • Full Page Height: 21 inches
  • Single Column Width: 1.66 inches

Column Width Chart

Columns Width (inches)
1 Column 1.66"
2 Columns 3.458"
3 Columns 5.256"
4 Columns 7.055"
5 Columns 8.854"
6 Columns (Full Width) 10.625"

Display Advertising Rates

Open rates for classified display advertising. Contact us for contract rates and special pricing.

North Georgia News Only

Ad Size Dimensions Rate
Business Card 2 col × 2" $32.00
Quarter Page 3 col × 5.25" $84.00
Half Page 6 col × 10.5" $336.00
Full Page 6 col × 21" $672.00

Towns County Herald Only

Ad Size Dimensions Rate
Business Card 2 col × 2" $24.00
Quarter Page 3 col × 5.25" $63.00
Half Page 6 col × 10.5" $252.00
Full Page 6 col × 21" $504.00

Note: Rates shown are open rates. Multi-week contracts and annual agreements receive significant discounts. Contact us for custom pricing.

Production Guidelines

File Formats

  • PDF (preferred - high resolution)
  • JPEG or PNG (300 DPI minimum)
  • Adobe InDesign, Illustrator files
  • Microsoft Word or Publisher

Color Requirements

  • Full Color Ads: Add $25 per insertion
  • Black & White: Standard rate
  • Color available on all ad sizes
  • CMYK color mode required

Resolution & Quality

  • Minimum 300 DPI for print quality
  • Avoid low-resolution web images
  • Include fonts or convert to outlines
  • Leave 0.125" margin for bleed ads

Submission Deadline

  • Friday at 4:00 PM for Wednesday publication
  • Email ads to: ngnews@nganews.com
  • Late submissions may be delayed
  • Rush fees apply for same-day requests

Insert Advertising

Reach every household with your flyer, brochure, or promotional material inserted directly into the newspaper.

Specifications

  • Maximum size: 11" × 17" (folded)
  • Minimum weight: 20 lb paper
  • Must be pre-printed and delivered
  • Quantity: Minimum 10,500 pieces

Pricing

  • NGN Only: $500 per insertion
  • TCH Only: $375 per insertion
  • Combo: $800 per insertion
  • Delivery to our office 2 days prior

Download Our Complete Rate Sheet

Get the full 2025 advertising rate sheet with all sizes, prices, and specifications.

Download 2025 Rate Sheet (PDF)

Need Help?

Our advertising team is here to help you create the perfect ad campaign.

Phone: 706.745.6343

Email: ngnews@nganews.com

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Address: P.O. Box 2029, Blairsville, GA 30514

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