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Houston Television Stations Launch NEXTGEN TV

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021

HOUSTON, Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Television viewers in Houston, the eighth-largest TV market in the United States, can now experience the future of broadcast television as 10 local TV stations today launched NEXTGEN TV, a revolutionary new digital broadcast technology based on the same fundamental technology as the internet and digital apps.

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  • HOUSTON, Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Television viewers in Houston, the eighth-largest TV market in the United States, can now experience the future of broadcast television as 10 local TV stations today launched NEXTGEN TV, a revolutionary new digital broadcast technology based on the same fundamental technology as the internet and digital apps.
  • "This launch took an extraordinary amount of collaboration among the 10 TV stations involved and is a clear demonstration of the entire industry's commitment to NEXTGEN TV," said Brett Jenkins, EVP and chief technology officer for Nexstar Media Group, Inc. "Viewers will quickly notice the brilliant video and improved audio delivered by NEXTGEN TV.
  • Viewers watching these channels can look forward to enhanced television viewing provided by NEXTGEN TV as a complement to streaming platforms, as NEXTGEN TV is provided as a free OTA service to viewers.
  • Houston viewers can learn more about NEXTGEN TV by visiting www.WatchNextGenTV.com , which offers a guide to cities carrying the service, as well as links to available NEXTGEN TV models.

Major Broadcasters Launch NEXTGEN TV on Five Local Television Stations in Charleston, West Virginia

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Monday, December 6, 2021

NEXTGEN TV adds a new dimension to TV viewing, with vibrant video and new Voice+ dialogue enhancement that brings voices to the foreground.

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  • NEXTGEN TV adds a new dimension to TV viewing, with vibrant video and new Voice+ dialogue enhancement that brings voices to the foreground.
  • Features available on NEXTGEN TV will vary by device and station as broadcasters roll out service across the country.
  • Todays launch in Charleston follows a decade of development and months of planning and preparation by the local stations.
  • WSAZ-TV will broadcast its own programming, as well as the programming of the other participating stations, in NEXTGEN TV format.

Cyber protection leader Acronis expands Board with the appointment of Lisbeth McNabb

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Monday, December 6, 2021

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, Dec. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Acronis , a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, today announced the appointment of Lisbeth McNabb to its Board of Directors.

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  • SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, Dec. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Acronis , a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, today announced the appointment of Lisbeth McNabb to its Board of Directors.
  • Acronis is committed to penetrating new strategic markets and growing together with service providers and cloud distributors, as it meets cyber protection demands of the rapidly changing digital world.
  • "Lisbeth brings a wealth of experience to Acronis as an innovative leader and an expert in finance and operations.
  • "Acronis is the leader in cyber protection and clearly showing to the market that cyber protection is the only right way to implement cybersecurity and data protection.

Nexstar Media Group Promotes David Hart to Vice President and General Manager of Its Broadcasting and Digital Operations in Savannah, Georgia

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), today announced the promotion of David Hart to Vice President and General Manager of its broadcasting and digital operations in Savannah, Georgia (DMA #91), including WSAV-TV (NBC), WSAV-DT2 (CW), wsav.com , and their related digital and social media channels.

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  • Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), today announced the promotion of David Hart to Vice President and General Manager of its broadcasting and digital operations in Savannah, Georgia (DMA #91), including WSAV-TV (NBC), WSAV-DT2 (CW), wsav.com , and their related digital and social media channels.
  • Mr. Hart will begin his duties immediately and report to Ron Romines, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Nexstar Media Inc.s broadcasting division.
  • Mr. Hart also spearheaded the overall digital modernization of WRBL-TV, transforming it into a digital-first content operation, with dedicated staffing to support audience growth and digital revenue development.
  • David is a great choice to lead Nexstars broadcasting and digital operations in Savannah, and he is very deserving of this promotion, said Mr. Romines.

Nexstar Media Group Names Chris Cook as Vice President and General Manager of Its Broadcasting and Digital Operations in Lafayette, Louisiana

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Monday, November 29, 2021

Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), has appointed Chris Cook as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcasting and digital operations in Lafayette, LA (DMA #122), including KLFY-TV (CBS) and klfy.com and their related digital and social media channels.

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  • Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), has appointed Chris Cook as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcasting and digital operations in Lafayette, LA (DMA #122), including KLFY-TV (CBS) and klfy.com and their related digital and social media channels.
  • Mr. Cook will begin his duties immediately and report to Mike Vaughn, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for the broadcasting division of Nexstar Media Inc.
  • His appointment as Vice President and General Manager of KLFY-TV is a fitting capstone to his years of service to the station and the Lafayette community.
  • Mr. Cook joins Nexstar from WISH-TV in Indianapolis, Indiana (DMA# 25), where he most recently was Director of Sales.

NEXTGEN TV Continues its Momentum and Consumer Adoption with Launch of NEXTGEN TV Holiday Brand Marketing Campaign

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

Commencing late November, it will highlight Dolby's Sound Decisions campaign, which focuses on the new audio features consumers can only experience with NEXTGEN TV.

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  • Commencing late November, it will highlight Dolby's Sound Decisions campaign, which focuses on the new audio features consumers can only experience with NEXTGEN TV.
  • "Delivering unprecedented entertainment, information, and engagement opportunities to consumers, NEXTGEN TV is revolutionizing viewers' interactions with their screens," stated Anne Schelle, managing director of Pearl TV.
  • The traction garnered in marketplace adoption has been remarkable in a relatively short time since the first commercial launch in early 2020."
  • This nine-week, multi-channel, nationwide campaign in NEXTGEN TV markets enables broadcasters and stations to accelerate the groundswell behind NEXTGEN TV from its viewers with social media and creative ads.

Nexstar Media Group Names Larry Forsgren as Vice President and General Manager of Its Broadcasting and Digital Operations in Champaign-Springfield, Illinois

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), has appointed Larry Forsgren as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcasting and digital operations in Champaign-Springfield, IL (DMA #90), including WCIA-TV (CBS), WCIX-TV (MyNet), WCIA.com and their related digital and social media channels.

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  • Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), has appointed Larry Forsgren as Vice President and General Manager of its broadcasting and digital operations in Champaign-Springfield, IL (DMA #90), including WCIA-TV (CBS), WCIX-TV (MyNet), WCIA.com and their related digital and social media channels.
  • Mr. Forsgren will begin his duties immediately and report to Traci Wilkinson, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Nexstar Broadcasting.
  • Mr. Forsgren is very familiar with Nexstar and its station group, having worked previously as sales director for WMBD-TV and WYZZ-TV, the Nexstar television stations serving Peoria, Illinois (DMA #123).
  • He joins Nexstar from KMTV-TV in Omaha, Nebraska (DMA# 72), where he most recently was Vice President and General Manager, responsible for long-term strategy and all aspects of the stations day-to-day operations.

Nexstar Media Group Promotes Dana Zimmer to President of Distribution

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST) today announced the promotion of Dana Zimmer to President of Distribution, effective immediately.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST) today announced the promotion of Dana Zimmer to President of Distribution, effective immediately.
  • Ms. Zimmer will continue to report to Nexstars Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, Perry Sook.
  • This promotion is well-deserved, and we look forward to more success with Dana overseeing our distribution strategy.
  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms.

Nexstar Media Group Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend of $0.70 Per Share

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.70 per share of its Class A common stock.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.70 per share of its Class A common stock.
  • While the Company intends to pay regular quarterly cash dividends for the foreseeable future, all subsequent dividends will be reviewed quarterly and declared by the Board of Directors at its discretion.
  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms.
  • Its wholly owned operating subsidiary, Nexstar Media Inc., consists of three divisions: Broadcasting, Digital, and Networks.

Nexstar Media Inc. Promotes Marc Hefner to Vice President and General Manager of Its Broadcast and Digital Operations in Dallas, Texas

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), today announced that it has promoted Marc Hefner to Vice President and General Manager of its broadcast and digital operations in Dallas, Texas (DMA #5), overseeing KDAF-TV, cw33.com , and their related digital subchannels, mobile apps and social media platforms.

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  • Nexstar Media Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST), today announced that it has promoted Marc Hefner to Vice President and General Manager of its broadcast and digital operations in Dallas, Texas (DMA #5), overseeing KDAF-TV, cw33.com , and their related digital subchannels, mobile apps and social media platforms.
  • Mr. Hefner will assume his new responsibilities immediately and report to Traci Wilkinson, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager for Nexstar Media Inc.s broadcasting division.
  • He first joined Nexstar in 2007 as the Vice President and General Manager of WCWJ-TV (CW) in Jacksonville, Florida (DMA #43), and YourJax.com.
  • Since 2017, Mr. Hefner has served as Vice President and General Manager of WSAV-TV (NBC/CW) and wsav.com , Nexstars broadcast and digital operations in Savannah, Georgia (DMA #91).