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Tegna Inc (TGNA) is a leading media company operating 64 broadcast television stations and digital platforms reaching 39% of U.S. households. This page serves as the definitive source for corporate announcements, financial updates, and operational developments impacting this broadcast/digital hybrid enterprise.
Investors and stakeholders will find curated press releases covering earnings reports, strategic partnerships, and technological innovations across TGNA's portfolio. Key updates include broadcast network expansions, digital platform enhancements (Cars.com, CareerBuilder), and multicast channel developments (True Crime Network, Quest).
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ALLCITY Network, a multi-platform local sports network operator, has secured Series B funding led by TEGNA (NYSE: TGNA), with participation from existing investors. This investment pushes ALLCITY's total funding beyond $25 million, bolstering its position in the digital sports industry. The deal includes a commercial agreement for cross-promotion, content licensing, and distribution via TEGNA's channels and apps.
Key highlights:
- ALLCITY and TEGNA's Locked On Podcast Network talents will make guest appearances on each other's shows
- Funding will support market expansion, streaming investments, and key management hires
- Partnership aims to strengthen local sports coverage and community engagement
TEGNA stations have received ten 2024 National Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in broadcast journalism, surpassing all other station groups. KARE in Minneapolis was recognized for Overall Excellence in Large Market Television for the third consecutive year. The awards honor outstanding achievements in broadcast and digital journalism.
Notable winners include:
- KARE (Minneapolis): Overall Excellence, Excellence in Writing, and Excellence in Video
- KHOU (Houston): Continuing Coverage and Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- NEWS CENTER Maine: Breaking News (Small Market)
- WBNS (Columbus): Breaking News (Large Market)
- KSDK (St. Louis): Sports Reporting
- WMAZ (Macon): Excellence in Innovation (Small Market)
- WTIC (Hartford): Excellence in Innovation (Large Market)
TEGNA stations also received 73 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards, including six for Overall Excellence.
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) has announced the appointment of Jim Kizer as president and general manager at WOI and KCWI, TEGNA's ABC and CW duopoly serving Des Moines, Iowa, effective immediately. Kizer will retain his current role as president and general manager at WQAD serving Quad Cities in Iowa and Illinois.
Kizer brings extensive experience in media executive and sales leadership positions. He has led the Quad Cities team for 12 years and held various leadership roles in the broadcast industry. Paul Trelstad, senior vice president of media operations at TEGNA, praised Kizer's exceptional leadership and deep understanding of Iowa.
Kizer expressed excitement about working with the Des Moines team and building on the stations' success. He is actively involved in community organizations and enjoys various outdoor activities in his free time.
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) reported its Q2 2024 financial results and provided Q3 2024 guidance. Key highlights include:
- Total revenue decreased 3% to $710 million, within guidance range
- Subscription revenue down 7% to $367 million due to subscriber declines
- AMS revenue fell 5% to $301 million due to softness in national accounts
- GAAP EPS of $0.48, Non-GAAP EPS of $0.50
- Adjusted EBITDA decreased 10% to $176 million
- On track to return ~$350 million to shareholders in 2024
- Reaffirmed full-year 2024 guidance
- Mike Steib to succeed David Lougee as President and CEO on August 12, 2024
- Appointed two new independent Directors to the Board
The company expects a robust political cycle in H2 2024 and benefits from Summer Olympics coverage.
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) has announced a regular quarterly dividend of 12.5 cents per share, payable on October 1, 2024, to stockholders of record as of September 6, 2024. This dividend represents a 10 percent increase from the previous 11.375 cents per share, approved by TEGNA's Board in May 2024. The increase follows a 20 percent dividend hike implemented in 2023, demonstrating TEGNA's commitment to delivering value to shareholders through consistent dividend growth.
TEGNA, the Seattle Kraken, and Gray Media have announced an expansion of the Kraken's broadcast network into Alaska. Starting with the 2024-2025 season, Gray Media's KAUU in Anchorage and KYEX in Juneau will air all locally available Kraken games free over-the-air. This follows TEGNA's recent decision to broadcast approximately 70 regular season Kraken games per year on KING 5 and KONG in Seattle, KGW in Portland, and KREM and KSKN in Spokane. Additional broadcast partners in Washington and Oregon are expected soon. The expansion aims to broaden the Kraken's fan base and increase accessibility for viewers. The Kraken's 2024-25 season will start on October 8 against the St. Louis Blues at Climate Pledge Arena, with new head coach Dan Bylsma and assistant coaches Bob Woods and Jessica Campbell.
TEGNA has appointed Christopher Franklin as the president and general manager of its Memphis stations, WATN and WLMT. Effective immediately, Franklin, who served as interim GM earlier this year, will oversee station operations, community outreach, and advertiser results. Franklin, with over 25 years in media and marketing, joined WATN/WLMT in 2020 as marketing director. He has also held regional marketing leadership roles within TEGNA, served on the ABC Network Marketing Advisory Board, and is a new member of the NATAS Midsouth Board of Governors. Paul Trelstad, TEGNA's senior VP of media operations, emphasized Franklin's passion for Memphis and his commitment to community engagement.
TEGNA (NYSE: TGNA) has announced the appointment of Michael Steib as the new President, CEO, and Director, effective August 12, 2024, succeeding David Lougee who will retire but remain as a Senior Advisor. Steib, currently the CEO of Artsy, brings extensive experience from his previous roles at XO Group, NBCUniversal, and Google. TEGNA's Chairman Howard Elias highlighted Steib's expertise in technology, digital media, and leadership.
Additionally, TEGNA appointed two new independent directors: Catherine Dunleavy, formerly President of Away, and Denmark West, who leads Market Intelligence and Strategic Engagements at X, The Moonshot Factory. These appointments aim to strengthen TEGNA's board with additional financial and digital media expertise.
TEGNA (NYSE: TGNA) will host a conference call to discuss its Q2 2024 earnings results on August 7, 2024, at 10 a.m. (ET). The call, accessible via TEGNA’s website, is available to investors, financial community, media, and the public. Participants can register at investors.TEGNA.com to receive dial-in details and a unique PIN. The earnings announcement will be released before the market opens on August 7, and related materials will be available on the Investor Relations section of the website. The webcast will be archived for future access.
TEGNA has appointed Micah Malloy as president and general manager of NEWS CENTER Maine, overseeing operations at WCSH and WLBZ, effective June 10. Malloy, a fourth-generation Mainer, has been with the stations for 11 years, most recently as director of sales since 2016. He will manage station operations, community outreach, and advertising results. Malloy succeeds Brian Cliffe, who's retiring after 42 years in broadcasting. Paul Trelstad, senior VP of media operations, praised Malloy’s leadership and commitment to serving Maine. Malloy brings extensive experience from roles in sales management at Time Warner Cable and radio stations, as well as marketing in the automotive sector.
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