Get in front of the locals
already planning to spend.
11,200+ weekly subscribers. 46.9% open rate. 100% Maryland and DC. These are the people already searching for exactly what you offer.
Built for locals, by a local.
Back in 2023, I created this newsletter with one goal: make it easier for people to discover what's happening around Maryland and DC. What started as sharing local finds online has grown into a community of 300,000+ followers and 11,000+ weekly subscribers.
Social media is great for sharing where you've already been. But people needed a better way to discover what's coming up next. That's why I created It's Somewhere Local.
My mission: help locals spend less time searching and more time enjoying everything our area has to offer. For businesses, my goal is just as simple: connect you with the people already looking for what you provide.
Not just scrolling. Actively deciding
where to go this weekend.
Intentional readers
Subscribers opt in and open on purpose. At 46.9%, nearly 1 in 2 people read every issue, almost twice the industry average.
Hyper-local reach
Every subscriber is a Maryland or DC resident. No wasted impressions on people who can't walk through your door or book your experience.
Ready to spend
96% of readers actively look for adult activities and experiences. They open the newsletter to decide where their money goes this week.
Pick the placement that fits your goal.
Every placement reaches 11,200+ active subscribers at a nearly 2x industry open rate. Here's exactly where your brand lives inside the newsletter.
Featured Sponsor
Image + logo + custom copy + CTA button. Premium editorial placement, one brand per issue. The highest-visibility spot in the newsletter.
Somewhere In Maryland
Own a full city or area spotlight with itinerary, photos, and local picks. Perfect for tourism boards, chambers, realtors, and local governments.
Date Spot of the Week
One featured venue or experience with image and custom write-up. Works for any business worth a visit, from restaurants to escape rooms.
Weekly Section Sponsor
"Powered by [Your Brand]" inside a recurring section every week. Weekend Weather or Cast Your Vote. Consistent presence, week after week.
Drop-In Ad
Your event flyer drops between sections with a clickable link or image only. No write-up needed. Great for grand openings, events, and seasonal promos.
Supporting Local Business
Weekly feature spotlighting Black and minority-owned businesses. Minimum 12 consecutive editions, building real recognition with an audience that wants to support local.
Seasonal Guides Sponsorships
Get your brand inside the most-clicked issues of the year: Christmas lights, outdoor movies, fall festivals, wine trails, summer fun, and more. These guides rank on Google and keep driving traffic long after the send date.
Brands that have already found their somewhere.
Hey Lisa! Just wanted to say thank you again for including Raise Nation in your newsletter. We got so many sales from it and truly appreciate it. It really made a difference and we're grateful you thought of us. Looking forward to working together more in the future.
Ready to find your
somewhere?
Reach out and we'll find the right fit for your brand and budget. No package is too big or too small.