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Cox Media Group Removes Local Channels From DISH TV Customers

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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Cox demands exorbitant rate increase for its channels, and is negotiating for channels it does not yet own

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  • Cox demands exorbitant rate increase for its channels, and is negotiating for channels it does not yet own
    ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Nov. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Media Group today forced a blackout of its local stations for DISH TV customers in nine markets.
  • DISH has fought for years and is proud to be the only TV provider to allow customers to remove their local channels to save money.
  • Despite their public interest obligation, Cox Media wants to force DISH customers to pay for local channels if they choose to receive them free with an over-the-air antenna.
  • "Cox's refusal to negotiate in good faith and subsequently forcing a blackout of its stations for DISH customers is deplorable," said Brian Neylon, group president, DISH TV.

CMG Radio Promotes Top Leaders In Orlando and Houston Markets

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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ORLANDO, Fla. and HOUSTON, Nov. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced new leaders for its radio businesses in Houston and Orlando.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla. and HOUSTON, Nov. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced new leaders for its radio businesses in Houston and Orlando.
  • Stephanie Callihan was named the Vice President and Market Manager of Houston Radio, and JC Campese became Vice President and Market Manager of Orlando Radio.
  • Callihan joined CMG Houston in 2021 as the Director of Sales.
  • The CMG team is poised to transform the radio industry, and I cant wait to be a part of it.

Local Media Consortium Announces 2023 Executive Board

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Local Media Consortium (LMC), a strategic alliance of local media companies, today announced that it has re-elected Jay Horton, WEHCO Media, Inc., and newly elected Beth Bowers, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and Chris Fehrmann, TEGNA, to join its executive board.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Local Media Consortium (LMC), a strategic alliance of local media companies, today announced that it has re-elected Jay Horton, WEHCO Media, Inc., and newly elected Beth Bowers, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and Chris Fehrmann, TEGNA, to join its executive board.
  • The LMC executive board is composed of nine elected and three board-appointed members with digital expertise from a diverse mix of local media companies.
  • Fehrmann has over 20 years of experience providing digital solutions for local, regional, and national advertisers, including over a decade within local media organizations.
  • The Local Media Consortium delivers more than $50M in annual economic value through strategic partnerships and strategic initiatives on behalf of more than 100 local media companies in top markets acrossthe United States,Canada, andPuerto Rico, and includes more than 5,000 news outlets.

Comet, CHARGE! and TBD Emerge as the Fastest Growing Digital Broadcast Television Networks

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI) today announced its Growth Networks Group, comprised of national broadcast networks Comet , CHARGE !

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  • Sinclair (NASDAQ: SBGI) today announced its Growth Networks Group, comprised of national broadcast networks Comet , CHARGE !
  • and TBD , grew faster than all other digital multicast networks, across all dayparts in Q3 22.
  • Digital broadcast television is on the rise as new viewers continue to discover a broad range of free over-the-air digital TV networks.
  • and TBD are the fastest growing networks in the space, delivering a unique portfolio of network brands featuring fan favorite TV series.

Charles Odom Named Cox Enterprises' New SVP of Corporate Finance and Treasurer

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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ATLANTA, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Enterprises announced Charles Odom as its new senior vice president of corporate finance and treasurer, effective Oct. 20.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cox Enterprises announced Charles Odom as its new senior vice president of corporate finance and treasurer, effective Oct. 20.
  • In this role, Odom will lead a team spanning multiple functions, including strategic/enterprise finance, retirement investments, corporate financial planning and analysis, finance systems/enablement, treasury operations and capital markets.
  • Odom joined Cox in 1996, serving as senior vice president and chief financial officer for Cox Media Group (CMG).
  • Our major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications and Cox Automotive, and we are strategically investing in new industries and emerging technologies, with sizeable interests in cleantech.

WEBSITE LAUNCHED TO INCREASE CONGRESSIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY AS U.S. DEMOCRACY FALTERS. SITE FILLS COVERAGE GAP IN POLITICAL JOURNALISM.

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Monday, October 24, 2022
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The coverage will continue in the 118th Congress and beyond.

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  • The coverage will continue in the 118th Congress and beyond.
  • VoteFacts.com organizes its coverage in alphabetical order under topics including Abortion, Biden Agenda, Democracy, Equality, Foreign Affairs, Guns, Immigration, Labor/Workplace and Law Enforcement, allowing readers quick access to concisely presented information.
  • The company is now in transition to a nonprofit business model to support its free-of-charge website.
  • VoteFacts.com is based at the open-source publishing platform Newspack.pub , an affiliate of WordPress.com and the Google News Initiative.

Pearl TV Introduces a FastTrack Program Enabling Consumers to Upgrade Their Television Sets to Receive NEXTGEN TV

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At NAB Show New York, Pearl TV, the coalition of U.S. broadcast companies transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, today announced it has developed a FastTrack program to accelerate development and retail availability of low-cost upgrade accessory receivers. The program will create a diverse market of accessories that will bring NEXTGEN TV features to 91% of households that have displays with an HDMI input, but are not equipped with NEXTGEN TV technology.

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  • The program will create a diverse market of accessories that will bring NEXTGEN TV features to 91% of households that have displays with an HDMI input, but are not equipped with NEXTGEN TV technology.
  • FastTrack program will create new market of accessories, bringing NEXTGEN TV features to consumers without an enabled TV
    NEXTGEN TV is the first major overhaul to the Advanced Television Systems Committee's standard for receiving over-the-air (OTA) signals in 25 years.
  • There are more than 120 television models that support NEXTGEN TV at retail from Hisense, LG, Samsung and Sony.
  • "This new program will make it easier for companies interested in jumping into the NEXTGEN TV device ecosystem to design, manufacture and sell upgrade accessories," stated Anne Schelle, managing director of Pearl TV.

Pearl TV Adds Digital Monetization Capabilities to NEXTGEN TV

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At NAB Show New York, Pearl TV, the coalition of U.S. broadcast companies transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, today announced expanded support for digital video advertising technology in its Web TV platform, RUN3TV. It brings digital advertising capabilities equivalent to the web and connected TV, and is a key driver for broadcaster's return on investment in NEXTGEN TV services. Now with more monetization opportunities, broadcasters deploying NEXTGEN TV gain a critical time-to-revenue advantage.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At NAB Show New York, Pearl TV , the coalition of U.S. broadcast companies transitioning to NEXTGEN TV, today announced expanded support for digital video advertising technology in its Web TV platform, RUN3TV.
  • It brings digital advertising capabilities equivalent to the web and connected TV, and is a key driver for broadcaster's return on investment in NEXTGEN TV services.
  • "Adding digital monetization capabilities creates a game changing opportunity for over-the-air broadcast services," stated Anne Schelle, managing director of Pearl TV.
  • RUN3TV was built to support NEXTGEN TV, otherwise known as ATSC 3.0, and bring content to life through two-way web interactivity.

Cox Media Group Expands Hurricane Ian Recovery Efforts

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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ATLANTA, Oct. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group today kicks off a Neighbors in Need initiative at its TV and radio stations in Florida and Atlanta to support those impacted by Hurricane Ian.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cox Media Group today kicks off a Neighbors in Need initiative at its TV and radio stations in Florida and Atlanta to support those impacted by Hurricane Ian.
  • To support Neighbors in Need, CMGs on-air talent across its Atlanta, Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando and Tampa TV and radio stations will use their platforms to broadcast tales of heroism, discuss rescue efforts, and encourage audiences to donate to Hurricane recovery efforts.
  • Anyone interested in giving can click here or text-to-give by texting IAN to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
  • CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members.

Knocking Welcomes Industry Veteran Steve Mosko as Brand Advisor

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Knocking, a company that produces e-commerce for all media, announced today that Steve Mosko, CEO, Village Roadshow Entertainment Group, one of the world's leading global entertainment companies, will be joining as a media advisor. Mosko will advise Knocking during its expansion of commerce and content in local station groups, in addition to national entertainment.

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  • Mosko will advise Knocking during its expansion of commerce and content in local station groups, in addition to national entertainment.
  • Knocking, named to the 2022 Inc. 5000 list, offers brands unparalleled industry expertise, and recently added six new hosts to its talent roster.
  • Now, Mosko will leverage his 30+ years of experience in the entertainment industry to further drive the company's rapid growth.
  • "Knocking is consistently supporting the evolution of e-commerce with unique and creative opportunities for entrepreneurs and brands to reach new audiences," said Markus Reinmund, CEO, Knocking.