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Sentient Jet Returns as the Preferred Private Aviation Partner of the Kentucky Derby® and Backs Derby and Oaks Favorites

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

The Kentucky Derby is tradition at Sentient Jet which is why we are excited to be partnering with Winchell Thoroughbreds once again in supporting Epicenter and Echo Zulu come Oaks and Derby Day.

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  • The Kentucky Derby is tradition at Sentient Jet which is why we are excited to be partnering with Winchell Thoroughbreds once again in supporting Epicenter and Echo Zulu come Oaks and Derby Day.
  • As a strong supporter of the thoroughbred racing community, Sentient Jet was hand-selected as the first-ever private aviation partner of Churchill Downs and The Kentucky Derby.
  • Founded in 1999 and now an integral part of Directional Aviation, Sentient Jet is one of the leading private aviation companies in the country.
  • Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks, Churchill Downs and the Twin Spires Design are registered trademarks of Churchill Downs Incorporated.

Chris Waldeck and Tom Waldron Appointed Co-Chief Operating Officers of Kontoor Brands

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

Tom Waldron, currently EVP, Global Brand President of Wrangler, will become EVP, Co-Chief Operating Officer, Global Brand President, Wrangler.

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  • Tom Waldron, currently EVP, Global Brand President of Wrangler, will become EVP, Co-Chief Operating Officer, Global Brand President, Wrangler.
  • With the completion of our ERP implementation, we now have the tools and processes for the globalization of our operating model.
  • At Kontoor, we have a winning culture of collaboration and have created long-term value for our stakeholders, said Waldron.
  • Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) is a global lifestyle apparel company, with a portfolio led by two of the worlds most iconic consumer brands: Wrangler and Lee.

Black Belt Magazine TV Presents the Legend of Bruce Lee Series on Jungo Plus

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Friday, March 11, 2022

It premieres on Jungo Plus , Black Belt Magazine TV, Black Belt Magazine YouTube, and Facebook on March 11, 2022.

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  • It premieres on Jungo Plus , Black Belt Magazine TV, Black Belt Magazine YouTube, and Facebook on March 11, 2022.
  • Bruce Lee is a pioneer of martial arts action movies and founder of the Jeet Kune Do form of martial arts.
  • Black Belt Magazine Editor in Chief, Robert Young said,"At Black Belt, we know the impact Bruce Lee has had on the martial arts.
  • It's our pleasure to work with JungoTV to bring this dramatization of Bruce Lee's life to the Black Belt Magazine Channel and make it available to the public for free."

Lee® Celebrates Smiley® 50th Anniversary With New Global Collaboration

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Smiley, iconic denim brand, Lee, has joined hands with the globally renowned brand on a new lifestyle collection.

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  • To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Smiley, iconic denim brand, Lee, has joined hands with the globally renowned brand on a new lifestyle collection.
  • Inspired by styles from the 70s, 80s and 90s, the Lee x Smiley capsule invites wearers to join the Happy Revolution.
  • The smallest detail received a refresh, with Lee x Smiley hardware, an exclusively designed Smiley Lee patch and the Smiley embroidered on the jeans iconic spade back pockets.
  • Lee is thrilled to partner again with Smiley and celebrate their landmark anniversary with this exclusive collection.

Lee Enterprises’ Nominees Supported by Second Leading Proxy Advisory Firm

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

DAVENPORT, Iowa, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lee Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ: LEE) (Lee or the Company), today announced that independent proxy advisory firm Glass, Lewis & Co., LLC (Glass Lewis) has recommended that Lee shareholders vote on Lees WHITE proxy card FOR all of Lees director nominees.

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  • DAVENPORT, Iowa, March 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lee Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ: LEE) (Lee or the Company), today announced that independent proxy advisory firm Glass, Lewis & Co., LLC (Glass Lewis) has recommended that Lee shareholders vote on Lees WHITE proxy card FOR all of Lees director nominees.
  • With a similar recommendation from Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) announced yesterday, both leading proxy advisory firms have rejected the Withhold campaign that Alden Global Capital LLC (together with its affiliates, Alden) is waging against two of Lees nominees.
  • The Lee Enterprises Board of Directors commented:
    We urge shareholders to ignore Aldens disingenuous, self-serving campaign and support the Lee nominees, consistent with the Glass Lewis and ISS recommendations.
  • Lees Board urges shareholders to protect their investment by voting FOR ALL the Boards three nominees using the WHITE proxy card.

Lee Applauds ISS Recommendation Supporting All Three Director Nominees

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

DAVENPORT, Iowa, March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lee Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ: LEE) (“Lee” or the “Company”), today announced that Institutional Shareholder Services (“ISS”), a leading independent provider of proxy research and vote recommendations to the institutional investment community, has recommended that Lee shareholders vote “FOR” all three of the Company’s director nominees on Lee’s WHITE proxy card at Lee’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders to be held on March 10, 2022.

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  • The Lee Enterprises Board of Directors commented:
    We are pleased that ISS has recommended that Lee shareholders support the Boards three highly qualified nominees.
  • We urge shareholders to ignore Aldens materials and support the Lee Boards nominees, consistent with the ISS recommendation.
  • Lees Board urges shareholders to protect their investment by voting FOR ALL the Boards three nominees using the WHITE proxy card.
  • Lee Common Stock is traded on NASDAQ under the symbol LEE.

Revive Church Kansas City Announces Rebranding, New Logo and Launch of New Website

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Monday, February 28, 2022

The new website and rebranding initiative highlight the exceptional pastoral staff and leadership team at Revive Church.

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  • The new website and rebranding initiative highlight the exceptional pastoral staff and leadership team at Revive Church.
  • The new Revive Church Kansas City web site also offers new and innovative ways for people to connect, give to others, and discover the power of prayer.
  • Revive Church KC is a growing, multicultural church, with ministries for all ages developed to help you experience the life-changing presence of God.
  • Revive Church in Kansas City, Missouri, has spread its message to hundreds of thousands of people from the far corners of the world.

And Then There Were Four: Silicon Slopes to Induct Senator Mike Lee into its Hall of Fame this Thursday

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Senator Mike Lee to its 2022 cohort of new inductees into the Silicon Slopes Hall of Fame .

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  • Senator Mike Lee to its 2022 cohort of new inductees into the Silicon Slopes Hall of Fame .
  • "It is for these reasons and more that we are pleased to induct Mike Lee, Utah's senior Senator, into the Silicon Slopes Hall of Fame."
  • Senator Mike Lee also a stands as a major supporter of Utah's technology, life science, and business communities.
  • Hence, for these reasons and more, Silicon Slopes is honored to induct Senator Mike Lee into its Hall of Fame.

Alden Global Capital, LLC Announces that Affiliate Will Be Filing Proxy Materials to Commence a “Vote No” Campaign Against Two Directors at Lee’s Upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Our affiliate will therefore be filing proxy materials for a "Vote No" campaign to compel the resignations of Board members who are prioritizing their own interests over what is best for the company.

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  • Our affiliate will therefore be filing proxy materials for a "Vote No" campaign to compel the resignations of Board members who are prioritizing their own interests over what is best for the company.
  • The Companys director resignation policy therefore allows stockholders to compel the resignations of Directors Junck and Moloney for failing to serve shareholder interests.
  • IN ADDITION, THE PARTICIPANTS IN THIS PROXY SOLICITATION WILL PROVIDE COPIES OF THE PROXY STATEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE, WHEN AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST.
  • Mr. Freeman, as the President of Alden, may be deemed the beneficial owner of the 371,117 shares of Common Stock owned directly by Opportunities.

Alden Global Capital, LLC Announces That Affiliate Has Filed Preliminary Proxy Materials for Lee’s 2022 Annual Meeting

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Thursday, January 27, 2022

Only three directors will be elected at the upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting given Lees classified Board structure.

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  • Only three directors will be elected at the upcoming 2022 Annual Meeting given Lees classified Board structure.
  • SUCH PROXY MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE ON THE SEC'S WEB SITE AT HTTP://WWW.SEC.GOV .
  • IN ADDITION, THE PARTICIPANTS IN THIS PROXY SOLICITATION WILL PROVIDE COPIES OF THE PROXY STATEMENT WITHOUT CHARGE, WHEN AVAILABLE, UPON REQUEST.
  • The participants in the solicitation are anticipated to be Strategic Investment Opportunities LLC (Opportunities), MNG Enterprises, Inc. (MNG Enterprises), MNG Investment Holdings, LLC (MNG Holdings), Alden Global Capital LLC (Alden), Heath Freeman, Colleen Brown and John Zieser.