National Newspaper Association Foundation
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and enhancing the capabilities of community newspapers
Ownership
Insight for owners regarding prospective buyers, effective ownership structure, etc.
Adams MultiMedia acquiring Cedar Rapids Gazette and 11 community newspaper titles
Jan 1, 2026
The transaction maintains independence and ownership by a family held company, a structure The Gazette has had through much of its 143-year history. The Gazette, which was founded in 1883, publishes a ...
A dream realized
Jan 1, 2026
Passion, optimism and strong subscriber support helps a small-town newspaper build momentum
J. Louis Mullen acquires News Printing Company
Dec 1, 2025
Founded in 1902 as the Newton Daily News, the publication was acquired by Shaw Media in 1944. NPC’s portfolio also includes the weekly newspapers: Jasper County Tribune and PCM Explorer, along with ...
Stevenson family sells 4 Wyoming/Nebraska newspapers to Adelman family
Dec 1, 2025
The Stevenson family, owners of Sidney (Nebraska) Sun Telegraph, The Saratoga (Wyoming) Sun, Pine Bluffs (Wyoming) Post and Western Nebraska Observer in Kimball, Nebraska, have sold the newspapers to the ...
Introducing the Lenfest Expert Network: Future-proofing local publishers for 2030 and beyond
Nov 13, 2025
A new pro-bono service connecting local news organizations with experienced consultants who provide tailored expertise.
Passing the Torch
Nov 1, 2025
After 2 generations of publishing a Tennessee weekly, the Gentry family sells to a former employee
Main Street Media sells The Glasgow Missourian to J3 Marquee Ventures
Oct 15, 2025
Main Street Media (MSM) has sold The Glasgow Missourian to J3 Marquee Ventures LLC, led by Salisbury-based owner and editor Melanie Latamondeer.
Saving the Press: Publishers rescue Wyoming newspapers from shutting down to keep the heart and soul of their communities strong
Oct 1, 2025
Days after eight small Wyoming towns were rescued from the brink of losing their weekly newspapers, a reader contacted the new owners with a simple request.
