THE LEAF-CHRONICLE

As Tennessee's oldest newspaper and Montgomery County's leading news and information source, The Leaf-Chronicle reaches more Clarksville households than any other media product.

The Leaf-Chronicle and its affilated products reaches nine out of 10 Montgomery County households every week. And our own research, which takes the broader Clarksville area into account, shows we reach:

     -- 74% of adults between the ages of 35 and 49;
     -- 82% of adults between the ages of 50 and 64;
     -- 84% of adults who are 65 and older.

Montgomery County's information leader

The Leaf-Chronicle's mission is to be "the preeminent source of information in our community, a vehicle for dialogue among our citizens, an effective partner with an empowered, diverse work force that provides value for our customers and shareholders." In 2008, it received the General Excellence Award from the Tennessee Press Association, naming it the best mid-sized daily newspaper in the state. Its Opinion pages set the tone for Clarksville's community conversation. No other publication can match its coverage of local prep sports and Austin Peay athletics. And, when big news breaks -- such as the announcement of Hemlock Semiconductor's expansion into Clarksville (see page above) -- no one can rival our breadth and depth.

Clarksville's only entertainment weekly

GO, our Friday full-run tabloid focusing on local places to go and things to do, is the area's only weekly entertainment resource. It focuses on the Clarksville and Montgomery County's best happenings for the upcoming weekend, as well as restaurant profiles, live music listings, calendar information and exclusive columns that provide best bet and family-friendly recommendations.

"Advertising has always been an uncertain expense. You don't know if it's money well spent. I've found certainty in advertising with The Leaf-Chronicle! Ever since we started a few months ago, every ad has created traffic that has been successful. For the small expense, you reach so many! We've been more than satisfied with our investment."

The Car Market, 911 Providence Blvd, Clarksville

"Bethel College in Clarksville has advertised in The Leaf-Chronicle since we first opened our doors more than seven years ago. The retail advertising staff has always been wonderful to work with -- always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that Leaf-Chronicle readers know where we are and what we do. Their vast marketing experience has enabled us to reach a growing market creatively, succinctly and with the integrity befitting a Christian college with more than 150 years of service. Each time we run an ad -- large or small -- it results in a rush of students."

Bethel College, Clarksville

"Despite current economic conditions and the deployment of our soldiers, we have continued to get more than our market share, and that is because we have increased our advertising budget and continued our advertising campaign with The Leaf-Chronicle! In addition to great customer service and great values in furntiture, our advertising has been huge in ensuring that our store sales compared to last year are up... The Leaf-Chronicle has consistently been a great value for our money and it reaches our target customers."

Furniture Connection, 1891 Ft. Campbell Blvd., Clarksville.

"Ever since we started using The Leaf-Chronicle, we have noticed a large increase in volume. Like our trusted ad rep said, "You can have a great product, but you have to let people know about it." By using the GO section, we have been able to reach our target audience, affordably and effectively. If you want Clarksville to know what you have to offer, The Leaf-Chronicle is the place to go."

Retro's Classic Arcade, 138 University Ave., Clarksville