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independent local newspaper since 1997OUR AUDIENCE PRODUCTSRATES Source Weekly Newspaper GuidesBooklets Niche Publications Bend Ticket Source Perks EVENTS RESOURCES Special Issue Calendar Issue Archives Newsletter Sign-up Make a Payment CONTACT US Loading... Home SRC704@admin 2024-02-27T09:11:11-08:00 Where it all began… Based in downtown Bend, the Source was founded in 1997 by Aaron and Angela Switzer, who continue to independently own and operate this vibrant local paper. Several years after founding the Source Weekly , the Switzers also founded Lay It Out Events, offering a host of events including the Bite of Bend, WinterFest and SummerFest. 2016 marked the launch of Bend Nest: A Parenting Magazine , a Source Weekly sister publication. Our mission: to go deeper into the stories Central Oregon is talking about, and to offer thoughtful, well-researched, sometimes humorous and always entertaining insight into issues—with a lens of equity and social justice, and the goal of balanced journalism, backed by diligent fact checking. In addition to covering local news, the Source Weekly maintains the most comprehensive events calendar in the region, and produces a host of guides and special issues—including Scout , our annual visitor’s guide; an annual Best of Central Oregon issue; a biannual Happy Hour Guide ; an annual Restaurant Guide ; a BreakfastLunch Guide and The Leaflet , our biannual guide to the cannabis scene in Central Oregon. WE’RE COMMITTED TO LOCAL JOURNALISM The Source Weekly has received many local, regional and national awards for its journalism. Here are just a few. 2020 1 st place – Best Feature Writing – Hearts Unknown” by Nicole Volcan (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 1 st place – Best Design – Shannon Corey, Darris Hurst, Esther Gray (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 3 rd place – Target Audience/Overall Excellence (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 2019 1 st place – Best Editorial/Column , awarded to Nicole Vulcan/Aaron Switzer (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 1 st place – Target Audience Publication General Excellence (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 1 st place – Design, awarded to Shannon Corey, Wyatt Gaines, Esther Gray (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 2 nd place – Best Feature Writing , awarded to Nicole Vulcan (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 3 rd place – Best Feature Writing , awarded to Chris Miller (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 2018 1 st place – Best Editorial/Column, awarded to Nicole Vulcan/Aaron Switzer (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 1 st place – Best Feature Writing , awarded to Nicole Vulcan (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 2nd place – Target Audience Publication General Excellence (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 2012 1 st Place – Writing, awarded to Eric Flowers (Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association) 2011 3 rd place – Social Issues Reporting , awarded to Eric Flowers (Society of Professional Journalists Northwest Excellence in Journalism) Our Audience Source Weekly readers are active and educated individuals, most of whom live within an hour and a half of Bend. They love to eat, attend cultural events and shop. Nearly two-thirds are female. They’re loyal, and they buy local. It doesn’t get better than that. 0 + Weekly Print Readership Based on a 12-month average of unique web visitors as of October 1, 2019 0 + Monthly Digital Readership Based on a 12-month average of unique web visitors as of October 1, 2020 0 + Email Subscribers Includes all Source Weekly newsletters as of October 1, 2020 WHO THEY ARE WHERE THEY READ Source Weekly print circulation is monitored through independent field surveys performed annually by the Verified Audit Circulation . 0 Print Circulation 0 Distribution Spots Advertisers in The Source Weekly know that they’re getting their money’s worth. We are just as committed to giving our advertisers honest and precise circulation data as we are to providing our readers with accurate and valuable information about our community. Verified Audit has been doing audits nationally for over 50 years. Their audits include rigorous internal and field evaluation. HOW THEY READ Nearly 50% of Source Weekly readers read a copy of paper 2-3 times. Nearly 63% of Source Weekly readers attend 1-3 events a week that they found in the Source Weekly. WHAT THEY DO Nearly 76% of Source Weekly readers dine out 1-2 nights per week. Nearly 63% of readers said they’d travel 41+ miles out of Bend for an event. DIGITAL READERS Hundreds of thousands of readers access bendsource.com each month. The analytics below do not include additional traffic to other web properties including Bend Ticket or Lay It Out Events . Please contact us for the most up-to-date numbers. 0 Monthly Unique Visitors 0 Monthly Visits 0 Monthly Page Views The analytics above are a 12-month average, last reported on October 1, 2019. SOCIAL MEDIA FOLLOWERS New social media fans and followers of the Source Weekly’s content channels are added daily. Promotional messages about offers, contests and events are broadcast through Source Weekly social pages. Find out how you can reach our audience with paid messages on Facebook , Twitter and our email newsletters. 12k+ Facebook Fans 8.9k+ Twitter Followers 11.6k+ Instagram Followers Products PRINT PUBLICATIONS DIGITAL CHANNELS A digital campaign will extend your print advertising to Source Weekly’s online audience. From e-newsletter ads to website-section sponsorships, choose innovative ways to deliver your message. Web banners Web takeovers Mobile banners Email banners Promoted Calendar Listings Shoot us an email to learn more! Go Digital ONGOING SPECIAL SECTIONS REAL ESTATE Showcase your listings and services in the Source Weekly’s Real Estate Pages! Reach 38,000 locals and tourists looking to relocate to Central Oregon in every issue. See Ad Rates WELLNESS Showcase your professional wellness services in the Source Weekly’s Wellness Section included in every issue! Reach 38,000 health conscious locals and tourists looking for the best professional services in Central Oregon. These specially priced ads are for all wellness professionals advertising everything from Acupuncture to Zen Yoga and everything in between. Increase your frequency for maximum exposure and additional discounts! See Ad Rates ON-DEMAND TICKETING Bend Ticket is a full-service ticket system with tons of advanced features. It’s completely free for event organizers — our competitive service fees are charged to the ticket buyer. It’s the perfect solution for managing tickets for your next general-admission fundraiser, sporting event, play or concert. Get Started Events Lay It Out Events produces local events to engage our community and activate interest in local businesses through fun and interactive promotions. Ask your account executive about sponsorship opportunities. Happy Girls Run – Bend, OR • Sisters, OR Cascades Wedding Show Bend WinterFest Bend Women’s Expo Salmon Run The Big Bend BBQ Conquer the Canyon Run Bend Summer Festival Balloons Over Bend Haulin’ Aspen Theater in the Park The Little Woody Barrel-Aged Beer, CiderWhiskey Festival Bend Fall Festival Our Events Sponsorship Opportunities We’re Here to Help! At the Source Weekly , our experienced sales team is here to help you grow your business. We want your brand to be as successful as possible — that’s why we’ll work with you to get your message in front of our readers. ASHLEY SARVIS Account Executive Ashley is a native Floridian who enjoys live music, strong coffee, and a good Old Fashioned. She is a former Olympic trapeze artist with an extensive bug collection. BAN TAT Account Executive Ban is a proud father, fearless volleyball coach and an avid sponge painter. CHAD BARNES Account Executive Chad is a SoCal native and proud Oregon State University alumni. Go Beavs! He enjoys kayaking and fishing in the summer and snowboarding in...