Gray Media Names Jamie Bremer as General Manager of WFIE in Evansville, Indiana
Rhea-AI Summary
Gray Media (NYSE: GTN) named longtime WFIE executive Jamie Bremer as General Manager of WFIE, the NBC affiliate in Evansville, Indiana, effective immediately.
Bremer has 13 years at WFIE in sales and leadership roles. Gray Media serves 117 TV markets, reaching about 37% of US TV households.
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News Market Reaction – GTN
In the May 18 session, GTN gained 1.45%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +6.3% during that session. Argus tracked a trough of -2.3% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 16 alerts that day, indicating notable trading interest and price volatility.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13 | Leadership appointment | Positive | -2.8% | Appointment of Joanie Vasiliadis to drive digital journalism transformation. |
| May 11 | Investor conferences | Positive | +1.1% | Participation in three investor conferences to engage the financial community. |
| May 11 | Leadership promotion | Positive | +1.1% | Promotion of James Finch to SVP of News Services supporting local stations. |
| May 07 | Dividend declaration | Positive | -20.1% | Announcement of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share. |
| May 07 | Earnings release | Positive | -20.1% | Q1 2026 results with $768M revenue at high end of guidance and EBITDA detail. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent corporate and financial announcements have often seen negative or muted price reactions, even when fundamentals or strategy updates appeared constructive.
Over the past weeks, GTN has issued several corporate and financial updates. Q1 2026 results reported total revenue of $768 million at the high end of guidance and a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share, yet the stock fell about 20% after those releases. Leadership and strategic announcements on May 11 and 13 regarding newsroom and digital transformation saw mixed reactions between -2.8% and +1.15%. Today’s WFIE general manager appointment fits the pattern of operational leadership news within this broader strategic backdrop.
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ATLANTA, May 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media has named Jamie Bremer as the next General Manager of WFIE, the NBC affiliate in Evansville, Indiana, effective immediately.
Jamie is a 13-year veteran of WFIE who has served in a variety of roles across the station. She began her career at WFIE as a Media Executive before transitioning into sales leadership, most recently serving as Director of Sales. She is known as a driving force behind new local direct and digital revenue for the station, bringing a strong focus on strategic partnerships, market development, and client success.
Jamie is also recognized for her passion for building authentic relationships and fostering long-term connections within both the business community and the station team. She serves as President of the board of Tristate Senior Wishes, a local nonprofit, and coaches several area soccer teams. Jamie is a graduate of Oakland City University.
About Gray Media:
Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. As of May 15, 2026, we serve 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately
Gray Contact:
Sandy Breland, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, 404-266-8333
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