2018 Media Kit. Contact us today XNSP83797 SP82342

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1 2018 Media Kit Contact us today XNSP83797 SP82342

2 Welcome to the Gridley Herald In a world of increasing advertising options, newspapers continue to be the most trusted medium and the top choice for shopping and advertising information. We offer a comprehensive selection of quality digital and print products to help grow business and more easily navigate the market s media landscape. The Gridley Herald has been serving Gridley, Biggs and Live Oak residents with local news and information since Based in Gridley, CA and published twice weekly on Wednesdays and Fridays, the Gridley Herald continues to chronicle life in our communities in effort to keep residents informed of all things civic, educational, business and cultural that have an impact on our quality of life and prosperity within our communities. In addition to our weekly newspapers, we also publish the weekly Gridley Shopper, the annual Discover Gridley magazine and various specialty publications throughout the year. Our digital and social media audience is larger than ever and continues to grow in the digital space, allowing for a fully engaged audience that has more ways than ever to stay informed about life and business in Gridley, Butte and Sutter Counties, and beyond.

3 GateHouse Media Overview Portfolio Overview GateHouse Reach 100% OF OUR DAILY NEWSPAPERS HAVE BEEN PUBLISHED FOR MORE THAN 50 YEARS 640+ TOTAL COMMUNITY PUBLICATIONS OPERATE IN 540+ MARKETS ACROSS 38 STATES 130 REACH 21 MILLION PEOPLE + ON A WEEKLY BASIS DAILY NEWSPAPERS SAAS, DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES, & IT SERVICES 540+ RELATED WEBSITES I N-MARKET SALES R E PRE S E N TATIV E S SERVE OVER 225K SMALL & MEDIUM BUSINESSES As part of GateHouse Media, we offer a diverse and growing portfolio of resources to serve your marketing needs locally, regionally and nationally.

4 Market Profile Gridley, Biggs, and Live Oak, CA Gridley Biggs Live Oak Total Population 25,338 Total Households 8,068 Average Household Income $71,409 Gender Men 9,132 49% Women 9,568 51% Age Median Age: ,072 32% ,963 16% ,956 16% 55+ 6,709 36% Base: Total Adults - 18,700 Education (adults age 25+) College Graduate 3,373 21% Some College, no degree 4,058 25% High School Graduate 3,889 24% Other 4,725 29% Employment (population age 16+) Executive/Professional/Mgr. 6% Office/Administrative Support 6% Sales 4% Healthcare 3% Services 18% Own a Home 5,241 65% Household Income Under $35,000 3,036 38% $35,000-$49, % $50,000-$74,999 1,437 18% $75,000+ 2,639 33% Children at Home 3,395 42% Base: Total Households - 8, Claritas, Gridley, Biggs, and Live Oak, CA (zips 95917, 95948, 95953)

5 Consumer Spending Total Annual Consumer Spending $433 Million We will help you increase your sales. Key Consumer categories Expenditure (in millions) Apparel $15 Computers, Software & Accessories $4 Education $8 Household Furnishing and Appliances $15 Health Care $38 Groceries $42 Automotive - All $79 Pet Related $5 Sports & Recreation $6 Travel $16 Dining Out $ Environics Analytics, Gridley, Biggs, and Live Oak, CA (zips 95917, 95948, 95953)

6 Reach Print & digital newspaper delivers 10 6out of shoppers. gridleyherald.com Average Monthly Traffic Page Views 36,894 Unique Visitors 32,282 Google Analytics Aug 2017 Print & Digital Reach 63% of Total Adults 61% of Men 64% of Women 59% of Adults Age % of Adults Age % of College Educated Adults 54% of High School Graduates 57% of HHI under $50,000 68% of HHI $50, % of Homeowners 58% of Families with Children in the Home Scarborough USA R1, National average; INA+ Audience (weekly print, monthly digital) We reach your most profitable customers.

7 Multi-Media Solutions 2015 FALL SPORTS Fall Sports 2015 The Gridley Herald OFFICIAL FAIR GUIDE one source We are the for your customized solution. AUGUST 27th - 30th GRIDLEY Compliments of 1 Gridley, Biggs & Live Oak A product of No matter the injury we are here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Gridley Herald MRI Ultrasound CT Scan Digital X-Rays Digital Mammography 2015 HOLIDAY SHOPPING GUIDE Dexa Scan Cardiac Treadmill Stress Testing Holter Monitoring Pulmonary Function Electroencephalogram (EEG) Electrocardiograms (EKG) A Product 1 of 2015 READERS CHOICE The Gridley Herald 1 Using our technology to care for the people of Gridley, Live Oak, Richvale, and Biggs for over 65 years. 240 Spruce Street, Gridley Growing Healthy Communities Thank you for voting us your favorite 240 Spruce Street Medical Care and Physical Therapy! Gridley, The Gridley Herald 2015 HOME, GARDEN & RECREATION BREAST CANCER AWARENESS The Gridley Herald Home, Garden & Recreation Published by y 2015 PRINT PRODUCTS We offer a large variety of print products and other creative solutions to grow your business: Premium Placement Special Sections Magazines Total Market Coverage Polybags DIGITAL SOLUTIONS gridleyherald.com ThriveHive Published by Schedule your appointment for your Mammogram* today! Is this your first mammogram? If so, your mammogram may be free if you have no insurance or if your insurance doesn t cover this procedure. ~ Call ~ (530) SPRUCE STREET, GRIDLEY We deliver shoppers to your business. Eat Right. Exercise. Do Breast self-exams. If you re over 40, get a mammogram! *Must have doctors order to have Mammogram.

8 Promotions Promotions Leverage the Power of Promotions! Promotions provide the strength of integrated media with high engagement and database growth. Leverage the reach of our large audience with custom advertiser promotions. Advertiser promotions are aligned with a customized media plan and executed across our comprehensive media channels. This allows you to achieve your marketing objectives. Promotions provide an incentive for our audience to engage with your brand on an even deeper level which provides you with the opportunity to acquire them as a new customer. TYPES OF PROMOTIONS: Sweepstakes Photo/Video Contests Quizzes Sports Pick Ems Ballots Sharing via social media enables amplification of your marketing message and builds valuable audiences. Promotions also have the ability to generate leads as well as in-store traffic. DESIRED AUDIENCE QUALIFIED LEADS DATABASE COLLECT RICH DATA SOCIAL FOLLOWING Build your target audience through a customized promotional campaign. Promotions captivate your desired customers by appealing to consumers interested in your products and services. Promotions bring a unique opportunity to generate both marketing and measurable sales leads through multiple touch points of your promotional strategy. Promotions help you build a robust database and is something YOU own. is effective at reaching customers and driving sales and is often cited as the #1 driver in digital conversions. Learn what matters to your audience using quizzes and survey questions. Educate your audience on your products and services while engaging them with your customized promotion. Promotions have high social engagement, will increase your reach, fan base and expose your brand to new audiences. A larger social database means opportunities for continued engagement. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Promotions require interaction and engagement, which motivates customers to take a specific action. Contests supercharge your advertising, making it more effective by getting people involved.

9 Web Redesign The Best Local News Site Just Got Better NEW DESIGN = BETTER USER EXPERIENCE & INCREASED AD IMPACT What is it? It s the latest move in our digital evolution to meet the needs of readers and advertisers. Still the main source of digital news in the area and a key part of our community - we ve totally rebuilt the site with a fresh new design! But more than just a redesign, the website has been totally rebuilt to improve navigation, increase consumption of content by users and deliver great value to advertisers. What s new? Integrated advertising opportunities throughout the site A less cluttered environment for a better user experience Increased visibility for your messages Easier navigation to encourage more time on site Your message is seen by users on any device so you ll reach them wherever they are. Get started today! Contact your representative for current rates and additional details. Why do you need it? Our site delivers high-value, trusted content that engages our growing community of loyal readers. Your message appears in the ideal environment and is seen by consumers in your backyard. ADS LOAD AS USERS SCROLL THROUGH THE PAGE #IMPRESSIONS = #VIEWS! HIGHER IMPACT AD UNITS + FRESH, CLEAN ENVIRONMENT + CROSS PLATFORM PRESENCE = POWER FOR YOUR BUSINESS!

10 ThriveHive Everything you need to market your business online Digital marketing solutions for local businesses About ThriveHive ThriveHive empowers local business owners to take charge of their growth, combining human guidance with easy-to-use technology to make marketing more understandable, effective and affordable. ThriveHive serves as a trusted online expert, offering a unique blend of leading-edge technology and high-quality digital advertising services for small and mid-sized businesses. Why ThriveHive Our expert team of 300+ professionals are committed to your business success. We understand that you have many options when looking for a digital marketing company to expand your online presence and we offer the help and results that make it easy to choose us and stay with us. Unparalleled reach. Backed by GateHouse Media, ThriveHive reaches over 22 million people across the country, expanding your audience more than ever before Google AdWords Premier Partner. We re part of a select group of strategic partners that meet Google s most stringent eligibility and training requirements, including proven expertise and years of experience in delivering high-performing AdWords campaigns Dedicated advisors committed to your success. ThriveHive s dedicated digital marketing team works to build stronger communities by driving the success of local small business Industry expertise. With established relationships with digital leaders like Google and Facebook, we have the experience to build marketing solutions to help your business keep up with the competition An extension of your team. We know your time is valuable that s why we do the work for you, planning and executing successful marketing strategies that let you get back to running your business Tailored service. We customize our services based on your business needs to provide the most effective solutions that fit your budget Transparent results. We believe in complete transparency, providing you with measurable results through a 24/7 results dashboard ThriveHive at a Glance EST Voted 1st Place Named Best Digital Agency 30+ Years Experience in SEM Recognized leader in SMB Digital Solutions Full suite of Digital Marketing Solutions including: Guided Marketing Platform Display Advertising Social Media Marketing Searching Engine Marketing Search Engine Optimization Marketing Better Website Local Listings Builder 15K+ Custom campaigns run 190K+ Small and medium businesses served Customized digital advertising solutions also available

11 Creative Solutions Solutions to Build Your Brand and Your Business. Custom solutions We are a full-service creative agency within GateHouse Media delivering cross-media programs to engage your audience. Premium Edge unit distributes your message with video and slideshows. Creating specifically for mobile devices ensures that your message reaches our entire online audience no matter how they choose to view. Digital and print advertising created to support your campaign and reach our total audience. EXTRAORDINARY RESOURCES Available only to UF grad students, faculty and staff. 24 hour on call maintenance, safety and security features. To learn more go to Custom creative designed to attract and engage online and in print. Our experience has created success stories for small shops and large enterprises alike. LUXURY STUDENT LIVING Develop a constant connection with your audience by integrating features including social media feeds. Interactive elements, including locator maps, make it easier to bring customers directly to your door. Custom projects such as logos, podcast headers, identity packages and collateral.

12 The Gridley Herald and gridleyherald.com provide unparalleled coverage of our community. Written by locals, for locals, our team is proud to live, play and work in the community we serve. Trusted. Local. Engaged. How to Reach Us gridleyherald.com 650 Kentucky Street Gridley, CA (530)