Welcome to our dedicated page for Gray Television news (Ticker: GTN), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Gray Television stock.
Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia and described as the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. Its stations serve 113 television markets reaching a substantial share of U.S. television households, and many of these stations hold top audience rankings in their markets. This news page focuses on developments affecting Gray’s broadcasting, digital media, and financing activities.
News about Gray Media often includes earnings announcements and details about upcoming earnings conference calls, where the company discusses operating results for recent quarters. Investors and analysts follow these updates to understand trends in Gray’s television and digital operations. The company also issues news about dividend declarations, such as Board-authorized quarterly cash dividends on its common and Class A common stock.
Gray’s news flow also covers network affiliation agreements and content partnerships. For example, the company has announced a multi-year renewal of its NBC affiliation agreements in 54 markets, as well as arrangements to broadcast Ohio Valley Conference basketball and to simulcast Memphis Grizzlies games free over-the-air across multiple markets. These items highlight programming and sports content that run across Gray’s station group.
Additional news items may describe acquisitions of local stations, such as the agreement to acquire WBBJ 7 in Jackson, Tennessee, and capital markets transactions like offerings of senior secured notes and related redemptions of existing debt. Updates on leadership appointments, including roles such as investor relations and station general managers, also appear in Gray’s press releases. This page brings together these types of company-specific developments for readers tracking GTN-related news.
Gray Television has secured a new agreement with Telemundo Network Group, extending affiliations across 12 existing markets and enabling launches in 22 new markets. This move will enhance Gray's operations to provide Telemundo programming to a total of 34 markets with over 3.75 million Hispanic viewers. Notably, the new 'Telemundo Georgia' network will serve several cities in Georgia, prioritizing local content and news aimed at underserved Hispanic communities. The strategic expansion aligns with significant Hispanic growth in the Southern U.S. over the past decade.
Gray Television has received the First Place National Headliner Award for its investigative report, Collision Division, which highlights federal crash standards that favor men over women. The investigation showed that only one out of three main safety tests incorporates female crash test dummies, despite the higher risk of injury for women. This report prompted lawmakers to act, leading to a congressional provision for a thorough investigation of crash-testing protocols. Gray Television's commitment to impactful journalism continues to drive change in safety regulations.
Gray Television (GTN) has been recognized as five of its stations were selected as finalists for the Service to America Awards by the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation.
The awards celebrate community service by local broadcasters, with winners announced at a gala on June 7, 2022. Notably, all finalists in the Medium Market category are Gray Television stations, showcasing its leadership in quality journalism and commitment to improving local communities.
Gray Television has appointed John O’Brien as the new General Manager of WAVE3, the NBC affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, effective April 25, 2022. O’Brien previously served as General Manager at Gray's WNDU in South Bend, Indiana, for 14 years, where he significantly expanded local news programming and earned accolades such as the Indiana Broadcasters Association's 'Station of the Year.' O’Brien replaces Ronna Corrente, recently promoted to Senior Vice President-Local Media.
Gray Television (NYSE: GTN) has successfully acquired WKTB-CD, enhancing its reach in the Atlanta market with over one million viewers, primarily targeting Spanish and Korean audiences. The acquisition also includes Surge Digital Media, a digital marketing agency specializing in multicultural marketing. Susan Sim Oh has been appointed as Vice President of Strategy and Operations for the Telemundo Station Group, while Coline Sim takes on the role of Director of Telemundo Atlanta Operations. This acquisition expands Gray's operations across 12 markets, enhancing its leadership in local broadcasting.
Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) will announce its earnings results for Q1 2022 on May 6, 2022. The earnings conference call is scheduled for the same day at 11:00 a.m. ET, accessible via phone at 1-855-493-3489 (confirmation code: 8298523) and online at www.gray.tv. Gray Television is the largest owner of local television stations in the U.S., serving 113 markets and reaching approximately 36% of U.S. households.
Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) announced the promotion of six General Managers to enhance its senior management team. Ronna Corrente is appointed Senior Vice President-Local Media, overseeing Southeast television markets. The newly created Regional Vice President/General Manager position has five General Managers now managing additional markets. This restructuring follows the resignation of Chris Mossman, former Senior Vice President-Local Media, to pursue other opportunities. Gray operates the largest portfolio of top-rated local television stations in the U.S., reaching approximately 36% of U.S. households.
Gray Television has appointed Rob Boenau as the new General Manager of KOLD (CBS) in Tucson, Arizona. Boenau brings over 20 years of marketing experience from his previous role as Marketing Director for Gray’s WOIO and WUAB in Cleveland, where he led successful brand launches and digital initiatives, including the introduction of Telemundo Cleveland. Gray Television, based in Atlanta, is the largest owner of local television stations in the U.S., operating in 113 markets and reaching about 36% of U.S. households.
Gray Television, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) announced the election of Lorri McClain as an independent Director, effective March 1, 2022. The Board voted to expand by one seat to accommodate her. McClain is the President of Reicon Management, Inc. and possesses substantial experience in the media sector, previously leading Prestige Communications. With her diverse background in both business and philanthropy, McClain aims to contribute valuable insights to Gray’s Board. CEO Hilton H. Howell, Jr. expressed enthusiasm for her appointment, highlighting the fresh perspective she brings.
Gray Television, Inc. has promoted Lisa Allen to Vice President and General Manager of Washington Operations. Effective immediately, she will oversee Gray's Capitol Hill operations, ensuring integration with newsrooms across the company. Allen has been with Gray since 2019 as Executive Producer of 'Full Court Press with Greta Van Susteren.' Gray's Washington operations include a news bureau, political analysis, and a team of investigative journalists. The company aims to enhance its political content and journalism quality under her leadership.