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The Woman Today — Rates, Specs & Deadlines
Duluth, MN · 2026 Edition
The Twin Ports' exclusive women's magazine, reaching readers across Duluth and the surrounding region.
Rates
2026 Advertising Rates
Frequency Rates — Per Insertion
| Ad Size | 1–3× | 4–6× | 7–8× |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 Page | $400 | $370 | $345 |
| 1/6 Page | $600 | $570 | $515 |
| 1/4 Page | $740 | $715 | $660 |
| 1/3 Page | $830 | $800 | $745 |
| 1/2 Page | $1,350 | $1,300 | $1,190 |
Full Page & Cover Positions
| Position | Rate |
|---|---|
| Full Page | $2,130 |
| Inside Cover | $2,535 |
| Back Cover | $2,760 |
Specs
Mechanical Specifications
Full Page & Cover Dimensions
| Size | Dimensions |
|---|---|
| Full Page | 7.25" × 9.75" |
| Full Bleed | 8.75" × 11.25" |
| Trim Area | 8.25" × 10.75" |
| Live Area | 7.25" × 9.75" |
Anything in the outer 0.5" of the ad should run all the way to the edge.
File Requirements
- All ads that bleed should have at least 0.25" bleed.
- All images should be saved as CMYK.
- Image resolution should be 300 DPI.
- All items, including text and photos, that do not bleed should be at least 0.5" in from the trim.
- All fonts should be embedded.
Deadlines
2026 Submission Deadlines
| Issue | Materials Deadline |
|---|---|
| Feb / March | Dec. 12 |
| April | Feb. 13 |
| May / June | March 13 |
| July | May 15 |
| Aug / Sept | June 12 |
| October | Aug. 14 |
| November | Sept. 11 |
| Dec / Jan | Oct. 16 |
Contact
Get in touch
Contact
Ali Carlson
Phone
218-428-2929
Email
ali@thewomantoday.com
Web
thewomantoday.com