Submit Content to SCN
Share the News That Matters Most to You
From milestone moments to simple announcements and classifieds, South County News welcomes reader submissions that help connect neighbors and preserve local stories. We offer several ways to share content in our monthly print edition and on our website.
Obituaries
$100 | Print & Digital Publishing
Obituaries are printed in our monthly paper and posted online for one very affordable rate, including a full-color photo and written feature. This is part of our mission to honor the lives of South County residents with care and dignity.
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Printed obituaries include a modest printed writeup (approx. 250 words).
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The deadline for print submission is the 20th of the prior month.
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New issues arrive the first Wednesday of each month.
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Online obituaries are published in full—no character limit.
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Posted in real time so event details are available for family and friends.
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Link directly to funeral listings, tribute wall, or guestbook.
Honoring Your Loved One Is Simple & Thoughtful
Submit Your Writeup
Simply paste your text in full and click ‘Add to Cart’ to begin your submission.
Feel free to include a web link (such as a funeral home tribute wall or memorial service page) to accompany your posting.
Upload a Photo
You’ll be prompted to add a photo of the honoree with your written text—high quality JPGs are preferred.
We’ll Take Care of the Rest
Our editorial team will review your submission and publish it with care. If any clarification is needed, we’ll reach out via email. We consider it a great honor to help you share your loved one’s story.
In Loving Memory …
Announcements & Classifieds
$15 Flat Fee | 50 Words Max
Whether you’re celebrating a birth, marking a milestone, or hosting a yard sale, we offer simple, affordable ad space for personal announcements.
Please note, personal announcements are intended for individuals and families, not commercial businesses or organizations. If you’re promoting a business, please check out our print and digital advertising options.
What’s Included:
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Up to 50 words
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Optional bonus: listing in our Community Calendar if your announcement is for an event
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Publication on our website for a full month
Reader Announcements Are Easy as 1-2-3!
Fill Out the Form
Include your contact info, the full text of your announcement (50 words max), and event details if applicable. You can also upload an optional photo.
Make Your Payment
Once you’ve submitted your announcement, use our secure online checkout to complete your $15 payment via PayPal or Stripe.
We’ll Take It From Here!
We’ll review your submission, reach out with any questions, and publish your announcement with our next batch of digital content. If it’s an event, we’ll also list it on our Community Calendar as a complimentary bonus.