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2026/2027 Themed Sections,
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Holiday Gift Guide - 8/5/2026
Shopping for gifts is an integral component of the holiday season. Holiday Gift Guide is loaded with opportunities for local retailers to make their names known to local readers looking for inspiration this holiday season.

Breast Cancer Awareness - 12-Page Section Download 8/20/2026
Cancer is the second leading cause of deaths across the globe every year, and breast cancer is a particularly formidable form of the disease that continues to affect millions of women every year. Breast Cancer Awareness and Cancer Awareness are two 12-page sections that can be run as standalones or alongside one another and utilized to let readers know about this potentially deadly disease and what all individuals can do to lower their risk of developing it.

Holiday Lifestyle 9/4/2026
The holiday season is big business. Holiday Lifestyle showcases the many traditions synonymous with the season and provides ample tie-in opportunities for local businesses looking to make the most of this festive and lucrative time of year.

Modern Parenting - 9/18/2026
Modern parents have a lot on their plate. With a focus on health, safety and more, Modern Parenting can help moms and dads raise happy and healthy children.

Money Matters - 10/5/2026
Local, national and global economies have been up and down for several years. Money Matters is an ideal opportunity for local financial professionals to advertise their services to readers looking to secure their futures in a challenging time.

Winter Fun & Games 10/20/2026
Games are as popular as ever. Winter Fun & Games features a variety of puzzles that serve as a perfect way to pass the time in winter.

Brides Today - 11/5/2026
Wedding planning is a fun and challenging undertaking. Brides Today has all engaged couples need to connect with the many talented local vendors who specialize in making weddings happy and memorable affairs.

FOCUS ON > Aging In Place - 11/20/2026
Human beings are living longer, and many hope to spend as much of their golden years as possible in the comfort of their own homes. Focus On Aging In Place is a useful resource to help seniors interested in learning what they can do to stay happy and healthy at home well into retirement.

Spring Home - 12/4/2026
As winter winds down, homeowners turn their attention to home renovations. Spring Home can inspire homeowners and serve as an ideal showcase for local contractors who can help them turn inspiration into a finished product they can be proud of.

FOCUS ON > Heart Health - 12/18/2026
Living 50 Plus is here to help readers in a highly influential and growing demographic make the most of an exciting time in their lives. Advertisers across an array of industries can utilize this unique section to foster and grow connections with local readers 50 and over.

Health & Wellness - 1/5/2027
Living life to the fullest demands readers do everything they can to be healthy and happy. Health & Wellness targets health-conscious readers who want to connect with the many local businesses that can help them live healthier and happier.

FOCUS ON > Local Living - 1/20/2027
Residents are hungry for reliable and informative local news. Focus On Local Living emphasizes the value of local news and what can be done to support the invaluable resources that ensure residents always have somewhere to turn as they seek to learn more about the communities they call home.

Lawn & Garden - 2/5/2027
Real estate professionals know it’s impossible to overstate the curb appeal of a well-manicured landscape. Lawn & Garden is a go-to resource for homeowners who take pride in their properties and a tailor-made opportunity for local contractors to advertise their services.

FOCUS ON > All Things Automotive - 2/19/2027
In an increasingly expensive world, drivers are looking to get more out of their vehicles. Focus On All Things Automotive covers a wide-range of auto-related topics that appeals to an equally diverse group of readers and local automotive industry advertisers.

Senior Living - 3/5/2027
Modern seniors know that life after 60 is active and exciting. Senior Living highlights the many ways seniors can live life to the fullest and serves as an ideal way for local advertisers to connect with this powerful demographic.

FOCUS ON > Vocational School - 3/19/2027
A career in the trades is lucrative and fulfilling. Focus On Vocational School highlights this rewarding career path and what students need to do to get started on the path toward a wide range of in-demand careers.

Weddings - 4/5/2027
Late spring marks the unofficial beginning of wedding season. As brides- and grooms-to-be get ready to walk down the aisle, vendors can use Weddings to highlight all they have to offer couples, families and guests.

FOCUS ON > Real Estate - 4/20/2027
Spring is a popular time to sell and buy a home. Focus On Real Estate capitalizes on those trends and serves as a unique showcase for local real estate professionals and an invaluable resource to readers looking to buy or sell a home.

Living Longer - 5/5/2027
Life expectancies are on the rise. A wide range of local businesses can highlight their services in Living Longer, which features everything from self-care strategies to long-term financial planning pointers and more to readers who recognize the importance of planning for a long, happy and healthy older adulthood.

FOCUS ON > Your Best Life - 5/20/2027
The relaxed vibe of summer encourages people to live life to the fullest. Focus On Your Best Life offers the ideal vehicle for local publishers to showcase all their communities have to offer so readers can make this summer one they will never forget!

Fall Home - 6/4/2027
Homeowners know fall offers a final opportunity to renovate before the arrival of winter weather. Fall Home is an ideal advertising vehicle for local contractors who can help homeowners get one more project off the docket before the end of the year.

FOCUS ON > Pets - 6/18/2027
Pets showcases editorial content and contest ideas to encourage local residents and advertisers to celebrate the furry friends who help to make their households and communities more special.

Holiday Gift Guide - 7/2/2027
Savvy shoppers recognize it’s never too early to start shopping for the holidays. Holiday Gift Guide is the perfect conduit for local business owners looking to establish their businesses as must-stop shops on holiday shopping excursions.

FOCUS ON > Local Professionals - 7/20/2027
Readers need a go-to resource when seeking the assistance of local lawyers, health care professionals, insurance agents, and other professionals. Focus On Local Professionals highlights the vital role these professionals play in their communities and serves as an ideal showcase for them to connect with readers.

Breast Cancer Awareness - 8/5/2027
Great strides have been made in treating breast cancer over the last several decades. Breast Cancer Awareness draws attention to the disease and what women and their families can do to join the millions who celebrate overcoming their diagnosis each year.

FOCUS ON > Cost Cutting - 8/20/2027
Life is as expensive as ever. Focus On Cost Cutting is a go-to resource for people from all walks of life who are concerned about the rising cost of consumer goods and interested in learning what they can do to save money every day.

Holiday Lifestyle - 9/3/2027
The holiday season is a joyous time of year. Holiday Lifestyle has all readers need to make this special season even better. Local advertisers can use this section to showcase their offerings and stand out during a lucrative but competitive time of year.

FOCUS ON > Foodies - 9/20/2027
Come the end of the calendar year, social schedules fill up as the joyous vibe of the holiday season starts to take over. Focus On Foodies helps readers and publishers make the most of that celebratory air by shining a light on food and the many local establishments that work so hard to provide residents with unique and mouthwatering fare.

Winter Fun & Games - 10/5/2027
Games are as popular as ever. Winter Fun & Games features a variety of puzzles that serve as an ideal winter pastime when the weather outside is frightful.

FOCUS ON > Senior Mental Health - 10/20/2027
Winter can adversely affect mental health, and social isolation affects millions of seniors every year. Focus On Senior Mental Health highlights isolation and the many other navigable mental health hurdles adults may encounter as winter begins.

 
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