Tegna Inc.

Phoenix Model Market Expands ATSC 3.0 Service to Include Single Frequency Network for Improved Reception

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Wednesday, October 28, 2020
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Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), has put into service one of the first Single Frequency Network (SFN) installations, with the assistance of the Phoenix Model Market participants.

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  • Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), has put into service one of the first Single Frequency Network (SFN) installations, with the assistance of the Phoenix Model Market participants.
  • The Federal Communications Commission first approved use of an SFN in the Phoenix market in 2018.
  • Scripps Company, and TEGNA, Inc.
    About the Phoenix Model Market:
    The Phoenix Model Market is a collaborative effort with a dozen Phoenix, Arizona TV broadcasters who are launching next-gen TV service marketwide, as a model for the TV industry.
  • Participating TV groups and stations in the Phoenix Model Market include: Arizona State Universitys Arizona PBS (KAET), E.W.

TEGNA Announces Strong Preliminary Third Quarter 2020 Results, Increases Subscription Revenue Outlook

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Thursday, October 15, 2020
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) (the Company) today announced preliminary financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020 and updated expectations for full year subscription revenues.

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) (the Company) today announced preliminary financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2020 and updated expectations for full year subscription revenues.
  • Both increases were driven by strong revenues, the impact of acquisitions and the Companys continued prudent expense management.
  • Update on Full Year Subscription Revenue Expectations:
    Full year subscription revenue growth is now expected to be up in the high-twenties percentage-wise1 compared to 2019, an improvement from our prior outlook of up mid-twenties reaffirmed on August 10, 2020.
  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2020 earnings results on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (ET).

TEGNA to Webcast Third Quarter 2020 Earnings Conference Call on Monday, November 9, 2020

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2020 earnings results on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (ET).

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2020 earnings results on Monday, November 9, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (ET).
  • TEGNAs earnings announcement will be released to news outlets and wire services before the market opens on November 9.
  • Materials related to the call will be available at that time through the Investor Relations section of TEGNAs website, investors.TEGNA.com .
  • The conference call, which will also be webcast through the companys website, is open to investors, the financial community, the media and other members of the public.

TEGNA Stations Receive Seven Broadcasting+Cable 2020 Awards

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Monday, September 21, 2020
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) announced today that its people and stations have received seven Broadcasting+Cable Awards, which recognize the local television industrys most powerful, innovative and engaging content and programming in news, public affairs and community relations.

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) announced today that its people and stations have received seven Broadcasting+Cable Awards, which recognize the local television industrys most powerful, innovative and engaging content and programming in news, public affairs and community relations.
  • TEGNA received the most awards among local station broadcast groups in this years awards.
  • Our purpose-driven journalism, impactful and empathetic storytelling, and talented and dedicated people are the heart and soul of TEGNA, said Lynn Beall, executive vice president and COO of media operations, TEGNA.
  • Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions.

Richard Dyer Promoted to TEGNA Senior Vice President and Kate Morris Named President and General Manager at KPNX

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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Additionally, Kate Morris has been named president and general manager at KPNX, the NBC affiliate in Phoenix, Arizona, effective September 28.

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  • Additionally, Kate Morris has been named president and general manager at KPNX, the NBC affiliate in Phoenix, Arizona, effective September 28.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200915006128/en/
    TEGNA's Richard Dyer promoted to Senior Vice President.
  • Kate Morris is joining KPNX from KTVB, the NBC affiliate in Boise, Idaho, where she served as president and general manager responsible for leading Idahos #1 news organization.
  • Morris was named president and general manager in 2018 after previously serving seven years as executive news director.

TEGNA Announces Completion of $550 Million Offering of Senior Notes

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
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The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to repay the entire $350 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.875% Senior Notes due 2021 and $188 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2024 and the redemption premium on its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2024.

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  • The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to repay the entire $350 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.875% Senior Notes due 2021 and $188 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2024 and the redemption premium on its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2024.
  • Certain statements in this communication may constitute forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities.
  • Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions.

TEGNA Names Grady Tripp Chief Diversity Officer

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Grady Tripp has been appointed vice president and chief diversity officer.

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that Grady Tripp has been appointed vice president and chief diversity officer.
  • In this newly created position, Tripp will report directly to TEGNA president and CEO Dave Lougee and partner with organizational leaders to develop and execute the companys diversity strategy.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200910005200/en/
    TEGNA Names Grady Tripp Chief Diversity Officer.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    As chief diversity officer, Tripp will oversee attracting, retaining and growing diverse talent at all levels of the company, developing training programs to enhance awareness and accountability in diversity issues, facilitating the companys racial diversity and inclusion employee working group and providing thought leadership to TEGNA colleagues and the media industry.

TEGNA Announces Offering of Senior Notes

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Tuesday, September 8, 2020
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The notes will be guaranteed on a senior basis by certain subsidiaries of the Company.

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  • The notes will be guaranteed on a senior basis by certain subsidiaries of the Company.
  • The Company intends to use the net proceeds from this offering to repay the entire $350 million aggregate principal amount of its 4.875% Senior Notes due 2021 and $43 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2024 and the redemption premium on its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2024.
  • This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the notes or any other securities.
  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities.

TEGNA’s True Crime Network Launches OTT App for Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, iOS, and Android

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Thursday, August 6, 2020
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TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that True Crime Network, TEGNAs 24/7 true crime multicast network, has launched its free, ad-supported over-the-top (OTT) streaming app on most major platforms.

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  • TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) today announced that True Crime Network, TEGNAs 24/7 true crime multicast network, has launched its free, ad-supported over-the-top (OTT) streaming app on most major platforms.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200806005159/en/
    TEGNA's True Crime Network Launches OTT App (Photo: Business Wire)
    True crime fans can now watch True Crime Networks programming on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, via mobile and tablet apps on iOS and Android operating systems, Chromecast, and on the web at watch.truecrimenetworktv.com .
  • The True Crime Network app also features a growing library of original true crime documentaries produced by TEGNA stations and podcasts by TEGNAs VAULT Studios.
  • The True Crime Network app offers one destination for true crime fanatics fascination, said Brian Weiss, president and general manager of True Crime Network.

Maximize your impact: OnPoint Community Credit Union Matching Donations to the KGW School Supply Drive

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Monday, August 3, 2020
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"In Oregon, nearly half of all children cannot afford even the most basic school supplies," said Rob Stuart, President and Chief Executive Officer, OnPoint Community Credit Union.

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  • "In Oregon, nearly half of all children cannot afford even the most basic school supplies," said Rob Stuart, President and Chief Executive Officer, OnPoint Community Credit Union.
  • In addition to its longstanding support of the KGW School Supply Drive, OnPoint also recently donated $25,000 to Schoolhouse Supplies in support of its at-home learning kits program.
  • We hope OnPoint's generosity inspires the rest of our community to support our students in this critical time by donating to the KGW School Supply Drive."
  • Founded in 1932, OnPoint Community Credit Union is the largest credit union in Oregon, serving more than 403,000 members and with assets of $7.3 billion.