Backroad Weekly
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Backroad Weekly
Advertise in Backroad Weekly, Southeast Missouri's fun, weekly guide to local life. Published every Thursday at 9a.m.
Backroad Weekly is for everyone. Therefore, we are not able to accept submissions from political organizations or those with religious affiliations. Thank you for understanding.
Title Sponsor for One Quarter
We're currently accepting applications for the Oct-Dec 2025 quarter.
The title sponsor's logo appears at the top of each issue for the entire quarter.
Extras include:
-A featured section twice a month
-A spotlight promo once a month
-An event slot in each issue
-Your logo in the footer
Local Business Ad
Perfect for advertising your business, products, services, new menu, or just saying, "Hey, Southeast Missouri, we're here!" Grab a small but mighty ad spot. Only one slot available per newsletter, so grab yours now to get the date you want.
You can include ad copy of up to 50 words, a phone number, and a link.
Event Ad
Hosting something fun? This spot is for local concerts, festivals, workshops, markets, races, and more. Tell folks why it’s worth showing up. Only 4 slots available each week. Book in advance to make sure you get the date you want. You can include up to 50 words, a phone number, and a link. Events will be posted in their corresponding sections.
Need more space? Consider upgrading to a Primary ad.
Secondhand Scores Ad
Thrift stores, antique stores, yard sale royalty, flea market vendors, and even the common woman/man whose camper has been stuck on Facebook Marketplace for weeks with no luck — sell it on Backroad Weekly.
Local Artist Feature
Make something cool? Want more locals to see it (and buy it)? This one’s for painters, authors, potters, musicians, jewelry makers, actors, woodworkers, and all kinds of creators. Show off your work in our newsletter with up to 50 words, a phone number, and a link to your shop, social, or gallery.
Community Connection Ad
Got a group, class, club, workshop, cause, meetup, or volunteer opportunity that more locals should know about? Whether you’re building community, sharing knowledge, or just looking for a few good humans — this is your spot. You’ll get a short-but-mighty ad with up to 50 words, a phone number, and a link.
Shout-out Slot
Want to give a birthday shout-out? Celebrate your cousin’s engagement? Congratulate your brother for running a 10K? Maybe just roast your buddy for calling mowing the lawn cardio? Book a spot in Backroad Weekly. $25 gets you the megaphone. Just keep it nice-ish and clean.
Interested in Something Bigger???
Let’s build something just for you. Contact Caitlan at hi@backroad weekly.com 573 579 5762