CEO resumes full duties at Saga Communications (NASDAQ: SGA)

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Saga Communications, Inc. reported that Chief Executive Officer Christopher S. Forgy has resumed all regular duties and responsibilities after a temporary medical leave. The company previously disclosed on February 13, 2026 that he began an indefinite medical leave to recover from open heart surgery.

During his recovery, Mr. Forgy remained available for consultation on significant matters, returned initially on a part-time basis, and led the company’s 4th Quarter and Year-End 2025 conference call on March 12, 2026. While he was away, the executive team, led by Chief Operating Officer Wayne Leland and Chief Financial Officer Samuel D. Bush, maintained continuity of operations.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Terms

medical leave of absence, open heart surgery, conference call

3 terms

medical leave of absence other

"the Company announced that Mr. Forgy began a temporary medical leave of absence"

open heart surgery medical

"Mr. Forgy was out of the office intermittently recovering from open heart surgery."

conference call financial

"Mr. Forgy led the Company’s 4th Quarter and Year-End 2025 conference call on March 12, 2026."

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

04/15/2026 - 04:00 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 15, 2026

SAGA COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)


Florida	1-11588	38-3042953
(State or other jurisdiction	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer
of incorporation)		Identification No.)


73 Kercheval Avenue
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI		48236
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (313) 886-7070

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))


Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class	Trading symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share	SGA	NASDAQ Global Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On April 15, 2026, Saga Communications, Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Christopher S. Forgy, the Chief Executive Officer of the Company has resumed all regular duties and responsibilities following his medical leave. On February 13, 2026, the Company announced that Mr. Forgy began a temporary medical leave of absence that required an indefinite period of recovery. Mr. Forgy was out of the office intermittently recovering from open heart surgery. Mr. Forgy was available for consultation on significant matters throughout his recovery and initially returned to work on a part-time basis. Additionally, Mr. Forgy led the Company’s 4^th Quarter and Year-End 2025 conference call on March 12, 2026. During his absence, the Executive team, led by Wayne Leland, the Company’s Chief Operating Officer and Samuel D. Bush, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, ensured continuity of operations.

Item 9.01.Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)

Exhibits.

104

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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	SAGA COMMUNICATIONS, INC.


Dated: April 15, 2026	By:	/s/ Samuel D. Bush
		Samuel D. Bush
		Executive Vice President and Chief
		Financial Officer

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did Saga Communications (SGA) announce about its CEO in this 8-K?

Saga Communications announced that CEO Christopher S. Forgy has resumed all regular duties after a temporary medical leave. He had been recovering from open heart surgery while remaining available for consultation and initially returning to work on a part-time basis.

Why was Saga Communications (SGA) CEO Christopher Forgy on medical leave?

Christopher S. Forgy was on a temporary medical leave of absence to recover from open heart surgery. The company disclosed this leave on February 13, 2026, noting that the recovery period was initially expected to be indefinite while he focused on his health.

How were Saga Communications (SGA) operations managed during the CEO’s absence?

During Christopher Forgy’s medical leave, the executive team led by Chief Operating Officer Wayne Leland and Chief Financial Officer Samuel D. Bush ensured continuity of operations. They managed day-to-day responsibilities while Mr. Forgy remained available for consultation on significant company matters.

Did Saga Communications (SGA) CEO remain involved with the company during his leave?

Yes. While on medical leave, Christopher Forgy was available for consultation on significant matters and later returned on a part-time basis. He also led Saga Communications’ 4th Quarter and Year-End 2025 conference call on March 12, 2026, before fully resuming duties.

What is the key governance impact of this Saga Communications (SGA) 8-K?

The key governance impact is that CEO Christopher Forgy has fully resumed his regular responsibilities, restoring the company’s standard leadership structure. Previously, operational leadership had been coordinated by COO Wayne Leland and CFO Samuel D. Bush during his temporary medical leave.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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