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Want to reach Raleigh locals? Here’s the easiest way to advertise right now

Reach your local community with our help.

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Let’s be honest: advertising can feel like a lot.

Back-and-forth meetings and a whole lot of waiting just to get your advertising efforts started. That’s exactly why we built the 6AM City Self-Service Ad Portal: a refreshingly simple way to get your brand in front of thousands of engaged Raleigh readers — on your time, your terms, and without the usual slowdown.

Whether you’re a small business looking for a quick awareness boost or a growing brand ready to dive into a new market, our portal is here to help you connect with the community, minus the fuss.

Advertising. Simplified.

Our 6AM City Self-Service Ad Portal is built with busy people in mind (like you). It’s available 24/7 and lets you browse, purchase, and schedule local ads directly in just a few clicks.

Want to launch a campaign while sipping your morning coffee? Go for it. Prefer midnight marketing decisions? We don’t judge.

And hey, if you’d rather have a full-service experience, our sales team is just a message away — perfect for bulk buys or high-touch creative planning.

Big reach, local impact

We’re proud to say we don’t just talk to Raleigh — we are Raleigh. Our audience is made up of locals who care about what’s happening here: new restaurants, neighborhood updates, festivals, community stories (and yes, your brand too).

Here’s who you’ll reach:

  • 56,480 newsletter subscribers
  • 82,331 social followers

Read: It’s hyper-local advertising with major ROI potential.

What can you advertise? Pretty much everything.

Whether you want to boost visibility, drive traffic, or promote a specific event or product, we’ve got options that fit every goal (and budget):

Branded content without the burnout

You’ve got the goods, and our Client Success Team got the words. We take your assets, spin them into scroll-stopping stories, and serve them up to your ideal audience.

  • Mini Article (Newsletter Promo): 75 words, three links, and an image.Starting at $1,000
  • Text Ad: A short and sweet 50-word blurb — with up to two links — in the newsletter of your choice.$300–$500

Digital display

  • Email Header: The first thing readers see when they open our daily newsletter.$500–$1,000
  • Banner Ad: Seamlessly integrated into the reader’s flow.$250–$500

Social media

  • Feed Post (IG + FB): Your message amplified on our social channels.$500–$1,000
  • Instagram Story Slide: For maximum swipe-up potential.$400

Pro tip: Check out our limited-time Branded Content and Display bundles (20% off).

How it works (spoiler: it’s easy)

  1. Pick your city(ies) and product(s).
  2. Submit your assets (or let our team handle it).
  3. Schedule and go live.

Need performance data? Just ask — we’ll have it ready about a week after your ad runs.

Prefer the VIP experience?

Our portal is DIY-friendly, but if you’re planning a multi-city campaign or want concierge-level support, our sales team designs campaigns for a living and would be happy to help. Contact them.

Check out what our clients have to say about it:

I wish all advertising was this easy! 6AM City makes securing ads for their newsletters straightforward, transparent, and low stress. Plus, the customer service element is still there! I couldn’t recommend it more.

Best,

Alana Claxton

Marketing Director Banker Exchange

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Hello!

Last week you featured a unique rooftop property and as a result our adult children contacted their realtor and toured it for themselves. If you occasionally feature unusual listings, perhaps you would consider this one:

It never hurts to ask. Thank you for considering.

Cheryl & Tim Alessi

Ready to reach your city?

Start advertising with the people who know Raleigh, NC, best. Click below to explore our 6AM City Self-Service Ad Portal and get your campaign up and running in a matter of days.

Get started.

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