Color photographs are preferred, but black and white are acceptable. Color photographs will appear in color on the Web site. Professional photographs need to have the authorization of the photographer. If permission cannot be obtained, the photographer's name and telephone number must be submitted. Deadline for announcements is nine calendar days prior to the printing.
Payment is due when the wedding or engagement announcement is submitted.
Payment is handled by the business department. Payment may be by cash, check, money order, Visa or MasterCard. Forms are available in the newsroom of The Index-Journal, by mail or at the Web site. Either one of the announcements must be received by the Engagement and Weddings Department nine calendar days prior to the Sunday of publication. Newly engaged or married couples must have a connection to the Lakelands area that covers Greenwood, Abbeville, McCormick, Saluda and part of Laurens counties.