The Business Journals

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The Business Journals is a network of local business news publications owned by American City Business Journals, providing market-specific business news, data, and industry insights, primarily via paid subscriptions.

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Owned by American City Business Journals

About The Business Journals

The Business Journals is a network of local business news and information websites and print publications operated by American City Business Journals. They publish in-depth local business coverage, including company news, real estate and development, banking and finance, technology, and executive profiles across dozens of U.S. metropolitan markets. Access is typically provided through digital subscriptions, print subscriptions, market-specific memberships, and premium data products.

A charge from “THE BUSINESS JOURNALS” or descriptors mentioning “THE BUSINESS JOURN CIRCHELP@BIZJ” usually relates to a subscription or renewal for one of their local business journal markets or for digital access across their sites. This may be a recurring subscription charge, an introductory offer that rolled into a standard rate, or a charge for premium data, lists, or special publications. The date codes in the descriptor (e.g., “PURCHASE AUTHORIZED ON 06/05”) refer to when your card was authorized for the subscription or renewal.

If you have questions about this charge, start by checking your email for receipts or renewal notices from an address ending in @bizjournals.com or similar, and log into your account on their website to review your subscription status and billing history. You can contact their circulation or customer service team (often referenced in descriptors as “CIRCHELP@BIZJ”) to dispute a charge, request a refund, or cancel auto-renewal. If you cannot locate an account tied to your email, ask them to search by your card’s last four digits and billing name, and coordinate with your card issuer if you suspect unauthorized use.

Bank Statement Variations

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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to The Business Journals.

  1. THE BUSINESS JOURNALS 202506062 PURCHASE AUTHORIZED ON 06/05 THE BUSINESS JOURN CIRCHELP@BIZJ NC S305156653754866 CARD 5697

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from THE BUSINESS JOURNALS or THE BUSINESS JOURN CIRCHELP@BIZJ on my card?

This charge is typically for a digital or print subscription, renewal, or premium product from The Business Journals network of local business publications. It may reflect a recurring subscription that renewed automatically based on the terms you agreed to when you signed up.

Is my subscription to The Business Journals set to auto-renew, and how can I turn off auto-renewal?

Most Business Journals subscriptions are set to auto-renew by default. To change this, sign in on thebusinessjournals.com (or your local market’s site), go to your account or subscription settings, and update your renewal preferences, or contact circulation support (often referenced as CIRCHELP@BIZJ in billing descriptors) and request that auto-renew be turned off.

How can I cancel my Business Journals subscription and stop future charges?

Log into your account on thebusinessjournals.com or your local journal’s site, navigate to the subscription or account management section, and select the option to cancel or not renew. You can also email or call their circulation/customer service department—referenced in some descriptors as CIRCHELP@BIZJ—and request cancellation. Be sure to ask for written confirmation of the cancellation and the end date of access.

How do I request a refund for a recent Business Journals subscription charge?

Contact The Business Journals’ circulation or customer service team using the email or phone number listed on your order confirmation or on their website under customer care. Provide your name, email used for the subscription, billing address, and the exact charge details from your statement. Refund eligibility depends on their current refund policy, the product type, and how long ago you were billed.

I don’t remember subscribing—how can I verify what I’m being billed for by The Business Journals?

Search your email (including spam) for messages from @bizjournals.com or account/receipt emails from your local business journal. Then try signing in on thebusinessjournals.com with your primary email addresses and check the subscription section. If you still cannot identify the account, contact their circulation team and ask them to locate your subscription using your card’s last four digits and billing name.

Can The Business Journals charge me different amounts at different times?

Yes. Introductory offers may renew at a higher standard rate after the initial term, and pricing can vary by market, subscription type (digital-only, print+digital, premium data), and term length. Review your original offer and your account’s billing section to see your current rate and upcoming renewal amount.

Why do I see a pending or small temporary charge from The Business Journals?

When you update your payment method or start a new subscription, The Business Journals or their payment processor may place a small authorization hold to verify your card. This hold should drop off automatically within a few business days and will not result in an additional permanent charge.

How can I contact The Business Journals about a billing issue with my subscription?

Use the customer service or circulation contact listed on your local Business Journal’s website, typically under “Customer Service,” “Circulation,” or “Contact Us.” Some billing descriptors reference an address like CIRCHELP@BIZJ, which is associated with circulation support. Provide your account details, invoice number if available, and a screenshot or description of the card charge to expedite resolution.

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