More alarming,national media outlets are publishing these samefake storieswithout checking facts first. This seesaw motion isn't random, it matches the election cycle. Gray Television, Inc. Atlanta, Ga, Dec. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (Gray) (NYSE: GTN) today announced that its local television stations and digital platforms have now run more than $400 million in political advertisements since January 1, 2020, net of commissions and agency fees. The Company announced the passing of its Chairman since 1993, Dr. Billy Mayher, III. Contributor Gary Arlen is known for his insights into the convergence of media, telecom, content and technology. On August 20, KTVE was sold for cash and accounts receivable. Chairman & CEO, Hilton H. Howell, Jr., along with several other executives, rang the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange to commemorate the Companys acquisition of Raycom Media, Inc. The Companys television stations create an online Local Business Directory for thousands of local companies who remain open for business. Broadcasting+Cable is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. The Company announced that it anticipated receiving $90,824,000 in proceeds resulting from the Federal Communications Commissions reverse auction for broadcast spectrum. The Company acquires minority ownership interest in TEGNAs Premion, a leading OTT advertising business, and becomes a a reseller of Premions services in its local markets. If they are able to grow by 77% again this cycle you're looking at political revenue of $152 million. [46][47][48] The deal was completed on January 2, 2019. Gray reached an agreement with Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. to acquire two television stations that Nexstar will divest upon its merger with Media General, Inc.: WBAY (ABC), in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and KWQC (NBC) in Davenport, Iowa, both previously owned and operated by Media General. Not much. The Company moved to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), trading under the symbol GCS. Employees at the parent company, Gray Television, earn $52,796 whereas employees at KY3 earn $48,178, on average. The Company announced that the Singing For Their Supper telethon raised over one million dollars for local food banks through its broadcast one afternoon across 50 of its markets. Overall, at Gray TV stations in 95 markets - even through a longer-than-ever political process which began in early 2019 - 53% []At the end of the promo, viewers are encouraged to send in feedback if you believe our coverage is unfair. The instructions say that corporate will monitor the comments and send replies to your audience on your behalf. In other words, local stations are cut out of the interactions with viewers. Gray now owns nine of the top ten ranked NBC affiliates in the country. Newspaper leaders resigned during this periodfrom the corporate president in late 1995 to the Citizens' editor and publisher. Jacqueline Policastro, the Washington bureau chief for Gray Television, was among those at a special White House dinner after Trump addressed Congress last year. Raycom Media, an employee-owned company, is one of the nation's largest privately-owned local media companies and owns and/or provides services for 65 television stations and 2 radio stations in 44 markets located in 20 states. He said that its stations in Charlotte and Cleveland will launch NextGen TV transmissions in 2021 and hes looking forward to the competitive advantages we never had before.. Those silent stations would then be sold off to minority interest, pending FCC approval. There are many outstanding restaurants and local festivals throughout the year. This fall, just in time for the 2020 presidential race, Gray-owned stations will begin airing Full Court Press, a Sunday public-affairs program featuring FoxNews veteran Greta Van Susteren. The Company closes the sale of WCAV-TV (CBS/FOX) and WVAW (ABC) and the purchase of WVIR-TV (NBC), all in Charlottesville, Virginia. In 2012, Gray covered roughly 6% of US households (which was the same percent in 2008), through acquisition and expansion they now cover 8%. We calculated the performance score of companies by measuring multiple factors, including revenue, longevity, and stock market performance. Here is the near term catalyst, we know 2015 will be a down year for political but 2016 will be a dramatically higher year for the presidential election. As impressive as that $79 million was for the first half of 2020 was, we expect to blow well past that figure for the first half of 2022, Latek said. Now Sinclair has tailored promotional spots for its almost 200 local news outlets that seem to mirror parts of Trumps oft repeated bogus fake news claims. The Company entered the television business when it constructed WALB-TV (Albany, GA) to complement its radio station, WALB(AM). They also named three other Gray stations as finalists for these prestigious awards. Layoffs hit the WCAX newsroom about a year later. The Company purchased the operations other than the FCC licensed assets of six stations: KHAS-TV (Lincoln-Hastings, NE) from Hoak Media; KNDX-TV/KXND-TV (Minot-Bismarck, ND) from Prime Cities Broadcasting; KJCT-TV (Grand Junction, CO) from Excalibur Broadcasting; and KXJB-TV (Fargo, ND) and KAQY-TV (Monroe, LA) from Parker Broadcasting. Gray launches its first NextGen TV (ATSC 3.0) station in Tallahassee, Florida. The Board of Directors unanimously voted to expand the Board by one seat and elected Richard B. Hare as a Director to fill that position. The combined company would be led by Raycom's current president and CEO Pat LaPlatney, with current Gray CEO Hilton Howell acting as executive chairman and co-CEO. Gray Television, Inc. is a broadcast company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Campaigns also use political donations to hire staff and consultants. I/we have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and no plans to initiate any positions within the next 72 hours. If approved, Gray would sell WJRT-TV to acquire competing station WNEM-TV, owned by Meredith. [38][39], In April 2017, Gray Television filed a lawsuit against Nick Prueher and Joe Pickett, founders of the Found Footage Festival, for fraud and copyright infringement, after having booked an appearance on the morning show of a Gray station as a fake strongman act, "Chop and Steele", and utilizing the footage during their show. The Company announced the promotion of its five Senior Vice Presidents to new roles as Executive Vice Presidents. Gray Televisions total non-political (core) ad revenue last month was about $82 million; during the same month, political ads generated $175 in advertising, said Pat LaPlatney,President & Co-CEO of Gray Television, Inc. Omaha is a cultural gem right in the middle of the country. The Company acquired daily newspaper the Gwinnett Post-Tribune (Lawrenceville, GA). In their place, Gray Television acquired and, in some cases, built from scratch market-leading television stations focused on local communities. [61], The agreement ended without any further extensions on December 31, 2012, and Young agreed to a merger with Media General in mid-2013. [3], In 1996, Gray added additional TV stations while entering additional communication industry segments. Gray announces the initiation of a quarterly cash dividend, the first since the Great Recession. The Company announced its purchase of all of the television and radio stations owned by Schurz Communications, Inc. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. WASHINGTON Greta Van Susteren will launch a syndicated weekly show for Gray Television in September that will focus on the impact of politics and policy on local communities. Gray Television may also be known as or be related to Gray Communications Systems, Inc., Gray TV, Gray Television, Gray Television Inc, Gray Television Inc. and Gray Television, Inc. WOWT is a modern facility equipped with state of the art technology, and with our leading broadcast news we provide award winning local news coverage, dedicated community service, and effective marketing solutions for area businesses. "The television station portfolios . . Yes, Gray Television drug tests. Gray purchases Third Rail Studios in Doraville, Georgia. The plan included Gray Television coming in as an outside party to advise on the operations of Young-owned stations in seven markets through December 2012. [49][50], Gray announced on April 24, 2019, a joint venture with Grand Ole Opry Entertainment Group, a subsidiary of Ryman Hospitality Properties, a former owner of The Nashville Network. Politicians buy ad time to help them reach voters. The Company purchased fourteen television stations from Benedek Broadcasting: WMTV-TV (Madison, WI), WOWT-TV (Omaha, NE), KKTV-TV (Colorado Springs, CO), KAKE-TV (Wichita, KS), WIBW-TV (Topeka, KS), WIFR-TV (Rockford, IL), WILX-TV (Lansing, MI), WTVY-TV (Dothan, AL), WBKO-TV (Bowling Green, KY), WTOK-TV (Meridian, MS), WSAW-TV (Wausau, WI), WTAP-TV (Parkersburg, WV), WVAW-TV (Charlottesville, VA) and WHSV-TV (Harrisonburg, VA). by Hilton Howell. The Company purchased KCRG-TV (Cedar Rapids, IA) from The Gazette Company. While that is good news and bad news to some degree, its a clear victory for in-house health and political sales teams, and our core stations have done outstanding work in developing this category. Grays Emmy award winning production company, Tupelo Honey, celebrates its 25th anniversary. Concrete was crushed on site and reused as Graded Aggregate Base (GAB) under the roadways and new structure slabs. InvestigateTV was launched in 2018 and provides innovative, original journalism from a dedicated investigative team and key partners. Gray Television is ranked #13 on the Best Media Companies to Work For in Georgia list. I felt like that job gave me very important skills that Ill take with me in every job to come & be extremely valuable for. WCAX/Gray TVs Greta Van Susteren: I am now the local media.. Is this happening to you frequently? The Omaha area boasts an array of top attractions that can't be matched, from the World Famous Henry Doorly Zoo, to TD Ameritrade Park home of the NCAA Men's College World Series, and don't forget all of those fantastic award winning restaurants. Gray will pay $14.50 per share in cash to acquire Meredith. As a result, Grays total net political revenue for the calendar year 2020 will exceed the $400 million level that was crossed yesterday. In a new digital-centric arena, our leadership team featured here provides the support and vision that empowers each member of our company to navigate industry . Omaha is also popular for our booming downtown which is home to a revitalized riverfront and the Historic Old Market. The Company also acquired Gulflink Communications, Inc., a satellite uplink service. $21,800 to the Republican Party. And the Federal Communications Commission makes the rules. The current share price is valuing the existing business and assigns no value to future deals. [3], In 1998, Gray started to expand beyond its Southeast region. [30][31], In January 2016, Gray Television opened a national news bureau in Washington, D.C., led by former APTV journalist Jacqueline Policastro. Gray COO Bob Smith noted that there was already some displacement of regular advertisers by political spots in the first quarter. We also love our food. The Gwinnett Daily Post increased circulation in 1997 through a deal with Genesis Cable Communications to provide the paper to its metro Atlanta subscribers at Genesis's expense. Please disable your ad-blocker and refresh. Zippia gives an in-depth look into the details of Gray Television, including salaries, political affiliations, employee data, and more, in order to inform job seekers about Gray Television. Gray, The Grand Ole Opry and Circle Network partner for live Opry broadcasts to raise money for Feeding America. And now Full Court Press here in Vermont with a little bit of FoxNews is going to get a share this fall for Gray Television. While every two years there are elections, we only get a presidential election every four. The 2016 presidential primary and general election brought in upwards of $100 million on political ads in broadcast and cable television in New England markets. The Company revives the daily tradition of airing the National Anthem by its stations each morning. Wells Fargo provided a valuation analysis for Sinclair's spectrum. Campaigns turned much more to broadcast television, he said. The promo script, they say, belies Sinclair managements actual agenda to tilt reporting to the right. Gray Television is known to have a strict drug testing policy. The Company acquired KSNB-TV (Lincoln, NE), and it constructed and launched new HD television stations WRGX-TV (Dothan, AL) and KNPL-TV (North Platte, NE). Disclosure: I/we have no positions in any stocks mentioned, and no plans to initiate any positions within the next 72 hours. This time-proven company loves to hire graduates from Florida State University, with 12.8% of its employees having attended Florida State University. [25][26] The sale was completed on September 15. In September 1996 a basket purchase from First American Media, Inc., Gray got two TV stations (WCTV and WVLT-TV), Satellite and Production Business Services, which was renamed Lynqx Communications and PortaPhone paging business. Loan covenants could have forced the company into default. Sources of data may include, but are not limited to, the BLS, company filings, estimates based on those filings, H1B filings, and other public and private datasets. Collaborate with our long-term tenant to monitor in real time critical infrastructure, HVAC, and power systems to reduce waste. We know that the world is waking up to its environmental responsibility. The table below compares EBITDA margins across competitors. They had Gray purchase 14 Benedek Broadcasting stations while that company was in bankruptcy. Sinclairs political bent has been a factor in its pending acquisition of Tribune Media. I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. The Company selected by TVNewsCheck as "2016 Station Group of the Year". Total revenue has increased 88% from 2009 to 2014 in almost a straight line. He writes regularly about trends and media/marketing for the Consumer Technology Association's i3 magazine plus several blogs. Utilize solar powered trailers and fuel-efficient vehicles where possible to reduce carbon footprint. In response to questions about the role of NextGen TV (also known as ATSC 3.0), LaPlatney said he expects it to have a significant effect, citing the IP-based format for its ability to provide better targeting and click-to-donate options. The pro forma portfolio includes 79 markets with the top-rated television station and 101 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station according to Comscore's audience measurement data. Although not considered to be as openly right-wing as Sinclair Broadcasting which stipulates all outlets must carry conservative political content Gray TV may be Foxifying WCAX a bit. The Company announced the promotion of seven Vice Presidents to Senior Vice President, thirteen individuals to Vice President and six additional individuals to new officer positions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). Rankings are based on government and proprietary data on salaries, company financial health, and employee diversity. [4] This caused difficulties as two of the three wanted to sell with the third unable to purchase. The show, R The company bought Gulflink Communications, Inc., a transportable satellite uplink business based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in April 1997 to go along with Lynqx. TIMELINE The Herald Publishing Company was founded with the creation of the Albany Herald in Albany, Georgia. [3], In August and September 1996, Gray raised additional operating funds by various means. Josh Rultenberg joined the Gray Television Washington News Bureau in July 2022 as a multimedia journalist. The bureau was designed to provide enhanced coverage of national political issues for Gray's local stations. David Zaslav, who led the merger with CNN and Discovery, donated over $240,000. [3], Also in September 1996, Ralph Gabbard, the newly named president and CEO, died from a heart attack at age 50. On January 2, 2019, Gray Television completed its acquisition of Raycom, transforming it from a small, regional broadcaster to a leading media company with nationwide scale. And this growth is likely to persist. Bull Run Corporation, primarily owned by J. Mack Robinson, decided to make Gray a Southeast regional media company, expanding its focus beyond the state of Georgia. And while Gray is officially sticking with its official guidance of $575 million, Howell was even more exuberant in off-the-cuff remarks during the companys quarterly conference call Friday morning. Overall, at Gray TV stations in 95 markets even through a longer-than-ever political process which began in early 2019 53% of total political revenue came between October 1 and November 3 (Election Day), LaPlatney explained during the monthly webcast of the Media Institute, a Washington think tank, on Monday (November 23). Elected to bring all storm water structures above ground instead of underground in vaults allowing for a healthier and more natural flow of the water. Compared to the last midterms, which occurred in 2018, Gray's management team was estimating that they would bring in roughly $575 million in political advertising in 2022, which was an increase . Meridian, MS is a place people love to call home. The entire downtown area has been re-imagined with top tier restaurants, shopping, bars, clubs and a variety of art galleries. Gray honored with eight National Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in journalism by RTDNA. Local news is the most desired location for most political advertisers. Install LED lighting technology across studio complex. [58] It is revealed that Allen Media Group would purchase WJRT-TV in Flint for $70 million. The Company acquired daily newspapers The Rockdale Citizen (Conyers, GA) and The Newton Citizen (Newton County, GA), plus four weekly advertising shoppers and a weekly newspaper in southwest Georgia. We understandTruth is neither politically left or right. Our commitment to factual reporting is the foundation of our credibility, now more than ever.. The Company acquired WCTV-TV (Tallahassee, FL) and WVLT (formerly WKXT) (Knoxville, TN), as well as satellite and production services and Porta Phone Paging services from John H. Phipps, Inc. Help us make this company more transparent. Gray currently owns and/or operates television stations and leading digital properties in 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36% of U.S. television households. Gray contributed distribution and marketing capabilities, multicast knowledge and affiliate Gray TV stations. The Company purchased WQCW-TV (Charleston, WV) from Lockwood Broadcasting. The Company purchased WAGM-TV (Presque, ME) from NEPSK, Inc. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. The smarter way to stay on top of broadcasting and cable industry. Mr. Trump and his shared committees with the R.N.C. 1897 December 16, 2020 08:53 ET In a new digital-centric arena, our leadership team featured here provides the support and vision that empowers each member of our company to navigate industry shifts as well as grow, thrive and deliver positive impact to those around us. As the company agreed to purchase the Busse Broadcasting Corporation, which owned KOLN, KGIN-TV and WEAU. The Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) awards a combined 49 Regional Edward R. Murrow awards for excellence in journalism to 21 of Grays local stations. Sign up below. Grays Raycom Sports launches Origin Sports Network on the Roku Channel in Canada and XUMO in the United States. These records will be broken in 2024, he predicted, but he admitted, It hard for me to put that into context.. Governor Miller resigned from the Board of Directors. Gray Television Chairman-CEO Hilton Howell was upbeat, to say the least, when describing the outlook for political ad spending this year. The National Association of Broadcasters Education Foundation (NABEF) selected KWTX-TV (CBS) in Waco, Texas, and KOLO-TV (ABC) in Reno, Nevada, to receive two of the three annual Service to America Awards. The Company closed its acquisition of television stations from Schurz Communications, Inc. and related station acquisitions and divestitures with other counter-parties. The Company also sold WALB-TV (Albany, GA). James H. Gray, Jr. resigned as President and surgeon William E. Mayher, III joined Gray's Board of Directors. [20] On December 19, it was announced that stations KREX-TV and WMBB would be sold to Nexstar Broadcasting Group, while KFQX would be sold to Mission Broadcasting. The Company opens newly remodeled 20,000 sq. The Company partners with Loyola University New Orleans School of Mass Communications to create a "Producer Incubator Lab.". While the board of directors received about 40 offers, Bull Run Corporation purchased the remaining shares of the Gray siblings, who as part of the deal resigned from the board. Number two, the primary spending in late 2019 and early 2020 was supercharged by the supposedly irreplaceable spending by candidates Mike Bloomberg and Tom Steyer. TIMELINE The Herald Publishing Company was founded with the creation of the Albany Herald in Albany, Georgia. It's not just Sinclair that is consolidating, however. KWCH Partners with United Way of Reno County to Help Cottonwood Complex Fire Victims, KWCH and KLF Raise $1.9 Million for Wildfire Relief, ABC21 ANNOUNCES EXPANSION, LAUNCH OF 7 P.M. NEWSCAST, KWCH Partners with KLF on Wildfire Relief Fund, NBC15 Share Your Holidays final meal count revealed, Gray Television's 4th Quarter 2022 Earnings Call - February 24 @ 11:00am ET, Gray Television's 3rd Quarter 2022 Earnings Call - November 4 @ 11:00am ET. And of course, the four year cycle is different than the two year cycle. Meanwhile, though, Gray has added more local news programs in many markets, effective April 1, as three syndicated shows came to an end. NY 10036. Looking first at non-political advertising revenue, it has grown at a steady rate every year since 2009: This segment is somewhat sensitive to the economy but overall has been a GDP+ type growth story (2014 is higher because of acquisitions). WCAXs catch phrase was once Vermonts Own News station but no more. In 1991, to break the stalemate, the board of directors had the company purchase 25% of their shares. Gray Television Digital Content Producer Jobs, Gray Television Investigative Reporter Jobs, Gray Television Freelance Videographer/Editor Jobs, Gray Television Production Assistant Jobs, Gray Television Digital Marketing Coordinator Jobs, Phase 3 Marketing and Communications Jobs. In contrast to this stable and growing ad revenue, you have political - which, as you can see below, is the most volatile revenue line item. The dividend is payable on March 31, 2023, to shareholders of Gray Television is an unmatched broadcast pioneer that keeps getting bigger and better. I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. [3], With its additional funds, Gray continued purchasing in 1997 with two announcements in January and February. Gray's ownership of a newspaper and TV station in Albany, Georgia while grandfathered was examined under the Media cross-ownership rule of the FCC due to this potential purchase. [43][44][45], Although Gray foresaw that the acquisition would receive regulatory approval quickly, due to limited market overlap between the two companies and its still-relatively low total market reach post-acquisition. [28][29] It also purchased KCRG-TV in Cedar Rapids, Iowa from the locally owned Gazette Company, who owned the station from its sign-on in 1953. The Company reached an agreement with Diversified Communications to acquire WABI (CBS/CW) in Bangor, Maine and WCJB (ABC/CW) in Gainesville, Florida. Our staff is truly a family that works together to continue the tradition of excellence that defines WTOK and our community. CNN, the Fox News Channel and MSNBC have not previously said publicly what constitutes acceptable political involvement for their paid commentators, which has made it difficult to know where the. This is an opportunity to come to one of the most award-winning stations in Virginia, to live in a great small city and learn how to really hone your craft in a terrific newsroom with a new commitment to technology, resources, and partnerships. FOX CAROLINAS GIVE BLOOD CAROLINA MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE FOR LOCAL PATIENTS AND THE RED CROSS! The Company acquired the Goshen News daily newspaper (Goshen, IN). Gray Television, Inc. announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized a quarterly cash dividend of $0.08 per share of its common stock and Class A common stock. Gray is the nations second largest television broadcaster, with television stations serving 113 markets that reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. They also don't face any re-contracting risk in 2015 or 2016. In fact, the health category is pacing just slight behind auto. Gray Television is in the broadcast media industry. Building from $26 million in political spending for the first quarter, Gray is expecting $65 million to $70 million this quarter, to take the first half total to a range of $91 million to $96 million. Ballots will include all 435. To ensure this doesnt happen in the future, please enable Javascript and cookies in your browser. Through December 31, 2012, Gray would earn $2.2million and an opportunity to earn additional specified incentive fees if certain performance targets were exceeded. Gray Television, Inc. An experienced investor with more than a decade of experience working at some of the largest asset management organizations, I now focus full time on my personal investments and sharing unique ideas with the online value investing community. As part of the deal, stations KAQY, KHAS-TV, and KXJB, were proposed to be sold to Excalibur Broadcasting and operated by Gray under a "local marketing agreements". The Company wins 57 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in journalism in 23 Markets. Mansfield Television, Inc. to acquire WCAX (CBS) in Burlington, Vermont-Plattsburgh, New York. Robinson, Bull Run's chair, took over as interim CEO and president with Bull Run CEO Robert Prather as interim executive vice-president, acquisitions. With Raycom Media acquiring a station from AFLAC Broadcast Group, Inc., forcing them to sell WITN-TV to Gray, which was finalized on August 1, 1997. [13], The company had overpaid for a pair of stations and was over leveraged like many other station groups entering the Great Recession. James C. Ryan, formerly CFO of Busse Broadcasting Corporation, named Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. This brought the company total to $534.5 million in available funds with $409.5 million directly available. On the right, a nonprofit called 45 Committee poured more than $23 million into the 2016 presidential race to support President Donald Trump. Thank you for signing up to Broadcasting & Cable. At today's valuation of 17x earnings this accounts for the entire market cap. Gives a whole new spin to the late columnist Peter Freynes moniker for WCAX: he always called it WGOP; only now, of course he might call it WFOX, or WGRAY. During the first two quarters of 2020, on a combined historical basis, our television stations sold $79 million in political ads. Gray Television, Inc. is an American publicly traded television broadcasting company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Gray Television (NYSE: GTN and GTN.A) is a leading digital media and broadcasting company, owning and operating top ranking local news stations, digital and mobile platforms in 57 markets across . The Company wins 19 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in journalism. ft. facility for KEVN and KOTA Stations in Rapid City, South Dakota. We have a strong and influential leadership team that empowers each member of our company to grow, thrive and deliver positive impact to those around us. Gray Television's total non-political (core) ad revenue last month was about $82 million; during the same month, political ads generated $175 in advertising, said Pat LaPlatney, President & Co-CEO of Gray Television, Inc. He pointed out that the Bloomberg Effect shattered records and created unprecedented spending levels during a six- or seven-week period, reaching levels that most political advertisers barely hit during the entire cycle. We are working hard as a company to reduce our carbon footprint on the planet. Fortune Magazine announced that Gray Television ranked 77th in its ranking of the Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies in the World for 2016. None of the information on this page has been provided or approved by Gray Television. Politics begins in local markets, Van Susteren said. Both Senate candidates lost . 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