What you get with a Lawrence Journal World subscription
The Lawrence Journal World offers digital and print subscriptions that give you access to local news, sports, and community coverage for Lawrence and Douglas County, Kansas. A digital subscription unlocks the full website and mobile app without paywalls. A print subscription delivers the newspaper to your home on days it publishes. You can also combine both — print plus digital access — for a single price.
The Journal World publishes seven days a week. Your subscription type determines which days you receive print editions and whether you can read stories online without hitting article limits. Digital access works on any device with a web browser or the Journal World mobile app, available on iOS and Android.
Pricing and plan lengths vary. The Journal World offers weekly, monthly, and annual subscription options, with annual plans typically costing less per month than shorter commitments. Current rates are listed on their subscription page, and they change periodically, so the price you see when you visit may differ from what another reader sees at a different time.
Key Takeaways
- Digital subscriptions remove paywalls on the website and mobile app; print subscriptions deliver the newspaper to your address on publication days.
- You can subscribe to digital only, print only, or a combination of both at a single bundled price.
- The Journal World publishes every day, and your subscription type determines which days you receive print and how many online articles you can read per month.
- Subscriptions renew automatically unless you cancel, and you can pause or resume your subscription through your account settings.
- The Journal World accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and bank account payments for subscriptions.
Digital-only subscriptions and what they include
A digital-only subscription removes the paywall on the Journal World website and grants unlimited access to all stories, archives, and interactive features. You also receive the digital replica — a page-by-page copy of the print edition — on days the paper publishes. The mobile app syncs with your account, so you stay logged in across devices.
Digital subscribers can save articles, create reading lists, and receive email newsletters covering topics like local government, high school sports, and breaking news. You do not receive a physical newspaper with a digital-only plan; all content is delivered through the website and app.
Digital subscriptions are month-to-month or annual. Month-to-month plans renew automatically on the same date each month unless you cancel through your account. Annual plans lock in a lower monthly rate but require payment upfront for the full year.
Print subscriptions and delivery details
Print subscriptions deliver the physical newspaper to your address. The Journal World publishes seven days a week, and your plan determines which days you receive the paper. A seven-day plan includes all publication days. A five-day plan typically covers Monday through Friday. Weekend-only plans deliver Saturday and Sunday editions.
Delivery happens early morning on publication days. The exact time depends on your address and the postal carrier's route. If you do not receive your paper by mid-morning, you can contact the Journal World circulation department to report a missed delivery; they will redeliver or credit your account.
Print subscriptions also include digital access to the website and app, so you are not limited to reading only what appears in the physical edition. You get the same unlimited online access as a digital-only subscriber.
Combination plans that bundle print and digital
A print-plus-digital subscription combines home delivery with full website and app access. You receive the physical newspaper on your chosen days and can read all stories online without paywalls. The bundled price is usually lower than paying for print and digital separately.
Combination plans use the same subscription lengths as digital-only plans: month-to-month or annual. You choose your delivery days when you set up the subscription and can change them later through your account or by contacting customer service.
How to start, pause, or cancel your subscription
To start a subscription, visit the Journal World subscription page and select your plan type and length. You will enter your delivery address (for print) and create a login account. Payment is processed when ready, and your subscription begins the next business day for digital access or the next publication day for print delivery.
To pause your subscription temporarily, log into your account and select the pause option. You can pause for up to three months without canceling. When you are ready to resume, you reactivate through the same account settings.
To cancel, log into your account and select cancel subscription. The Journal World will stop charging you on your next renewal date. If you cancel mid-month or mid-year, you do not receive a refund for unused time; the cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.
Payment methods and billing information
The Journal World accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover credit and debit cards. You can also pay by electronic bank transfer (ACH) if you provide your routing number and account number. Payment information is stored securely and used only to process your subscription renewal.
Your billing date is the same date each month (or year, if you chose an annual plan). You will receive an email confirmation when your subscription renews. If a payment fails — for example, because your card expired — the Journal World will attempt to charge you again within a few days and will notify you if the payment cannot go through.
You can update your payment method anytime through your account settings. If you need to change your billing address or contact information, you can do that in your account as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my subscription plan after I sign up?
Yes. Log into your account and select manage subscription. You can upgrade to a longer plan, switch from digital-only to print-plus-digital, or change your print delivery days. Changes take effect on your next billing date. If you upgrade mid-month, the Journal World will prorate the difference.
What happens if I move to a new address?
Update your delivery address in your account settings. If you move outside the Journal World's delivery area, you can keep your digital subscription but will no longer receive print editions. Contact customer service if you are unsure whether your new address is in the delivery zone.
Do I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?
No. Subscriptions are billed in advance, and cancellations take effect at the end of your current billing period. You will not be charged again, but unused time is not refunded. If you pause instead of canceling, you can resume later without losing your subscription.
Can I share my login with family members?
Your subscription is for your personal use. Sharing login credentials with people outside your household may violate the terms of service. Contact the Journal World if you want to add household members to your account or if you have questions about how many devices can use one login simultaneously.
How do I contact customer service if I have a problem?
The Journal World's customer service team is reachable through the contact form on their website or by phone during business hours. You can also email the circulation department directly. Response times vary, but most issues are resolved within one business day.