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Sinclair, Inc. reports news across its diversified media business, including local television stations affiliated with major broadcast networks, Tennis Channel, multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest, and AMP Media digital content and podcasts. Company updates commonly address advertising revenue, distribution revenue, political advertising cycles, live sports programming, station operations and portfolio actions involving media or broadcast-technology assets.
Recurring Sinclair announcements also include quarterly financial results, cash dividends on its Class A and Class B common stock, debt and liquidity actions, investor conference participation, and community initiatives under the Sinclair Cares brand.
Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBGI) announced the completion of its private Exchange Offer, successfully settling approximately $3,036 million of its 5.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2026. By the expiration of the Exchange Offer on March 14, 2022, a total of $3,809,000 of additional notes were exchanged. Following the final settlement on March 16, 2022, about $3,040 million of Exchange Secured Second Lien Notes and $10 million of Existing Secured Notes remain outstanding. The Exchange Notes are fungible but were not registered under the Securities Act.
Sinclair Broadcast Group has initiated a fundraising initiative named Sinclair Cares: Ukraine Relief, partnering with Global Red Cross to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. With over 3 million refugees and 18 million people needing assistance, Sinclair has pledged $50,000 in corporate matching for donations through www.SinclairCares.com. This initiative aims to deliver essential aid, including food and medical supplies, to those affected.
Flint, Michigan has launched NextGen TV broadcasting, upgrading the technology of WJRT-TV (ABC), WNEM-TV (CBS), WSMH (FOX), WEYI-TV (NBC), and WBSF (CW). This new digital broadcast technology allows for advanced emergency alerts and enhanced viewing experiences with better video quality and sound. The upgrade, based on ATSC 3.0, has been in development for over a decade and is part of a nationwide rollout already present in over 40 cities. Viewers can learn more at www.WatchNextGenTV.com.
Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBGI) has appointed Rebecka Butcher as Vice President and General Manager of WSMH (FOX) in Flint, MI. Butcher, who previously held the role from 2008-2015, returns from Adams Outdoor Advertising, where she was General Sales Manager. With over 17 years at WEYI/WBSF, Butcher is recognized for her strong sales and business development skills. Sinclair's COO, Rob Weisbord, praised her community relationships and strategic thinking. Butcher aims to enhance the success of the stations while leveraging her extensive local experience.
Charleston's major TV stations have launched broadcasting with NextGen TV, a new digital technology, enhancing viewer experience with improved video quality and sound. The participating stations include WCIV, WCSC-TV, WTAT-TV, WCBD-TV, and WGWG. This upgrade utilizes ATSC 3.0 technology, allowing for advanced features such as enhanced emergency alerts and internet content integration. The initiative, a decade in the making, follows successful launches in over 40 cities nationwide. Viewers can rescan their TVs for uninterrupted service.
Sinclair Broadcast Group and local stations in West Palm Beach have launched NextGen TV, a new digital broadcast technology. This upgrade enhances viewer experience with improved video quality and sound, offering features like Voice+ dialogue enhancement and advanced emergency alerts. The rollout follows extensive planning and aims to expand across the U.S., with service already live in over 40 cities. Viewers can access programming via existing DTV formats while new devices support enhanced features. The initiative reflects a significant upgrade in broadcast technology.
ONE Media 3.0, a subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcast Group, announced a three-part webinar series on Advanced Emergency Information (AEI) using the NextGen Broadcast standard (ATSC 3.0). The series will take place on March 15, 22, and 29 at 1 PM EST. The webinars will cover how AEI services can enhance community safety and improve broadcasters' public service capabilities. Topics include building interactive viewer relationships and collaboration with local emergency managers.
Sinclair Broadcast Group announces the launch of a weekend edition of The National Desk, starting March 5. This 60-minute newscast aims to deliver impactful national and regional stories without commentary, complementing the weekday broadcasts. Anchored by Eugene Ramirez, the weekend edition will leverage Sinclair’s extensive local news network to provide a unique perspective. Scott Livingston, SVP of News, emphasized that this move will enhance brand awareness and serve audiences nationwide.
Sinclair Broadcast Group (Nasdaq: SBGI) has announced promotions for several key executives. Del Parks is elevated to President of Technology, while Mike Kralec becomes SVP, Chief Technology Officer. Jason Smith takes the lead in New Media Enterprises as Head, and Skip Flenniken is named VP, GM of Technology Business Development. In addition, Kevin Cotlove becomes COO of Social, with Amit Mathur named Chief Digital Officer, and Don Roberts rises to SVP, TV Sports Engineering and Production Systems. The changes are part of Sinclair's strategy to evolve and innovate in the media industry.
Diamond Sports Group, LLC, a subsidiary of Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ: SBGI), has completed transactions expected to enhance liquidity by approximately $1.0 billion over five years. The funding includes a $635 million first lien term loan, improving its balance sheet for long-term growth. CEO Chris Ripley emphasized that this liquidity will support a direct-to-consumer platform and recent digital rights renewals with NHL and NBA, aimed at broadening audience engagement and additional revenue opportunities for Diamond.