About us

The Madisonian

The first issue of The Madisonian rolled off the press on Nov. 15, 1873 in Virginia City. The founder and editor of The Madisonian was Thomas Deyarmon. The paper was considered the official paper of Madison, Beaverhead and Jefferson Counties.

The Madisonian printed the news and navigated the mine fields of Montana’s most turbulent times from before Territory until long after Statehood, to today.

The Madisonian has published every week since its first issue. We serve The Madison Valley, Ruby Valley and surrounding areas. We welcome and provides news items, events and stories of people relating to this historical cradle of Montana.

Editorial Policies

Editorials are intended to acquaint our readers with the Editor’s viewpoints on matters of public importance. Guest editorials (Readers Speak) and letters from readers (Letters to the Editor) reflect the  opinion of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Editor or staff of The Madisonian.

The Madisonian encourages the opinions of readers on public issues and matters of local concern. Letters must be close to 350 words, letters must include the writer’s name, address and phone number. The Madisonian reserves the right to edit content for grammar, good taste and libel. We also reserve the right to reject or delay publications. Announcements and letters of a commercial nature will not appear in this column.

Submission Guidelines

The Madisonian will try to print unsolicited news items, including photos and news articles, within two weeks of submission. However, what news items run and when is up to the discretion of the editor. If a news item must run by a certain date, we encourage people to contact our advertising representative.

Key Facts
• 2,200 weekly publication run
• Distributed and mailed weekly, every Wednesday
• Chamber of Commerce and key tourist locations

Distribution

For The Madisonian, mail distribution accounts for 60 percent of the newspapers distributed. The remainder of the papers are available at news stands and various establishments throughout Madison County. Ruby Valley (Alder through Silver Star)- 580, Madison Valley (McAllister, Ennis, Cameron, Virginia City)- 950, Harrison, Pony, Norris- 100.

Feature Sections

Community Events Calendar

Sports

Living Pioneers

Business & Agriculture

Opinions

Special Editions

The Madisonian produces special editions during the year. This includes the Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter Special Editions, and other special editions. The Madisonian will contact advertisers with pertinent information regarding any special editions or inserts that might apply to their advertising needs. Advertising rates and ad size may vary with particular special publications. The Summer Special Edition, The Summer Times, is available throughout the summer at key tourist locations and various establishments in our distribution areas.

News and Advertising Deadlines

All news and advertising must be received by 5 p.m. on the Monday prior to publication. Copy for display advertising requiring a proof prior to publication must be submitted by Monday at noon prior to publication. Any information or advertising received after deadlines will be included ONLY if time and space permit.

The Madisonian Online

Web site: www.madisoniannews.com
Ad Sizes
300×250 pixels (Medium Rectangle)
120×240 pixels (Vertical Banner)
234×60 pixels (half Banner)

We use Google Ad Manager for ad management, which supports most standard Internet ad formats such as image banners (.jpg, .png, and .gif) and Flash ads. Flash ads must have a single destination URL and must use click TAG for click tracking capability. Please call our advertising representative for pricing and complete details.

Download our Media Guide here

Essentials

Owners: Stephen Perrault and Jill Nakasone
Editor: Greg Lemon • editor@madisoniannews.com
Assistant Editor: Terri Swier • news@madisoniannews.com
Advertising Manager: Susanne Hill • s.hill@madisoniannews.com • (406) 596-0661
Graphic Designer: Erica Senf • ads@madisoniannews.com
Reporter: Ben Coulter • ben@madisoniannews.com
Mailing address: P.O. Box 365 • Ennis, Montana 59729
Physical address: 65 N. MT Hwy 287
tel. (406) 682-7755 • fax (406) 682-5013