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TEGNA Appoints Tim Thomas to Lead WXIA-WATL in Atlanta and WMAZ in Macon

Thomas moves from president and general manager of TEGNA’s Tampa and Jacksonville stations McLean, Va. — TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) today announced that it has appointed Tim Thomas to lead WXIA, the company’s NBC affiliate in Atlanta, its sister station, WATL, and WMAZ, the CBS affiliate in Macon. He will be responsible for overseeing station operations across platforms …

TEGNA Taps Proven Revenue Leaders for Top Sales Roles

Jay Donovan, Kristie Gonzales, Kari Jacobs and Byron Wilkinson take on leadership roles guiding TEGNA’s sales teams McLean, Va. – TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that four proven sales executives are taking on new and expanded roles under the leadership of Mark Cornetta, senior vice president of sales. Jay Donovan has been promoted to …

TEGNA and Disney Entertainment Television Renew ABC Affiliation Agreements in 13 Markets

The multi-year deal covers stations across the U.S. MCLEAN, Va. and BURBANK, Calif. – TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) and Disney Entertainment Television (NYSE: DIS) today announced that they have entered into a comprehensive, multi-year deal that renews station affiliation agreements for all of TEGNA’s ABC-affiliated stations. “Our partnership with Disney Entertainment Television offers viewers an …

TEGNA CEO Patrick Paolini Appoints Three Group General Managers, Rounding Out His Leadership Team

Proven industry leaders Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey will act as operating partners, coaches, and accountability leads for station general managers TYSONS, Va. – TEGNA (NASDAQ: NXST) CEO Patrick Paolini today named seasoned media executives Joan Barrett, Kate Morris and Brad Ramsey group general managers, rounding out his new leadership structure. Effective immediately, …

TEGNA Stations Receive Four National Edward R. Murrow Awards

McLean, Va. – TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) today announced its stations have won four 2026 National Edward R. Murrow Awards for excellence in broadcast journalism. The Edward R. Murrow Awards are sponsored by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) and honor outstanding achievements in broadcast and digital journalism. “Our journalists tell stories that make …

Scott Gill Appointed Vice President of Technology and Operations at TEGNA

Gill will oversee engineering and technology operations across TEGNA’s 64 local stations McLean, Va. – TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) today announced that Scott Gill has been named vice president of technology and operations. In this role, Gill will oversee engineering, technology and sports operations across TEGNA’s 64 local television stations, leading efforts to strengthen station …

TEGNA Celebrates Hometown Heroes with America’s 250: Red, White & YOU

Year-long local journalism initiative culminates with one-hour national special beginning June 29 McLean, Va. – As America marks its historic 250th birthday, TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is telling the story of the nation through the people who shape it every day. America’s 250: Red, White & YOU is a year-long, cross-platform storytelling initiative highlighting everyday …

TEGNA CEO Patrick Paolini Taps Seasoned Industry Leaders for Top Roles

McLean, Va. – TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) CEO Patrick Paolini today announced four leadership appointments, naming industry veterans to expanded roles across the business. “Each of these individuals has a proven record of measurable results built on experience, strong instincts and sound judgment,” Paolini said. “As our leadership team continues to grow, these are the …