Media in the United States

The WNET Group's Camp TV Brings Day Camp to Children Nationwide on Public Television Beginning July 13 (check local listings)

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Thursday, July 9, 2020

NEW YORK, July 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The WNET Group announced the launch of Camp TV, a new one-hour public television series that brings the day camp experience to children nationwide weekdays beginning Monday, July 13 on public television (check local listings).

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  • NEW YORK, July 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The WNET Group announced the launch of Camp TV, a new one-hour public television series that brings the day camp experience to children nationwide weekdays beginning Monday, July 13 on public television (check local listings).
  • In the New York metro area, Camp TV premieres Monday, July 13 at 10 a.m. on WLIW21; 11 a.m. on THIRTEEN; and 12 p.m. on NJTV.
  • "During this challenging time, we hope we're able to bring kids some of the magic, learning and fun of summer camp through Camp TV," said Neal Shapiro, President & CEO of The WNET Group.
  • Head counselor Zach kicks off each episode with a welcome song and announces the day's theme: silly hat day, camping day, rhyme day, silly sock day, backwards day and more.

Global Media Leader & Entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey and Lionsgate Join Forces With Pulitzer Prize®-Winning Journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times to Adapt the Acclaimed 1619 Project Into a Portfolio of Films, Television Programming & Other Co

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Her colleague at The Times Magazine, Caitlin Roper, an editor of The 1619 Project and head of scripted entertainment at The Times, will also produce.

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  • Her colleague at The Times Magazine, Caitlin Roper, an editor of The 1619 Project and head of scripted entertainment at The Times, will also produce.
  • "For others, the project was a fresh analysis of the historical record by one of the world's leading media authorities.
  • Nikole Hannah-Jones is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter who covers civil rights and racial injustice for The New York Times Magazine.
  • Lionsgate's content initiatives are backed by a nearly 17,000-title film and television library and delivered through a global sales and distribution infrastructure.

holoride CEO named a 2020 Rising Star by Automotive News Europe

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

MUNICH, July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --German startup holoride announced today its CEO and co-founder, Nils Wollny, was honored as a 'Rising Star' for 2020 by Automotive News Europe in the Entrepreneur category, an award which recognizes executives in the automotive industry who have driven change, fostered innovation and made courageous decisions.

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  • MUNICH, July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --German startup holoride announced today its CEO and co-founder, Nils Wollny, was honored as a 'Rising Star' for 2020 by Automotive News Europe in the Entrepreneur category, an award which recognizes executives in the automotive industry who have driven change, fostered innovation and made courageous decisions.
  • In 2018, Nils and holoride co-founders Marcus Kuehne and Daniel Profendiner decided more needed to be done to turn transit time into valuable time.
  • Since then, holoride has become the leader of in-vehicle entertainment, being named the best of CES 2019 by TechCrunch and one of TIME Magazine's 100 Best Inventions of 2019.
  • Entering its 10th year, the Automotive News Europe Rising Star award honors automotive executives in middle and upper management in all disciplines, across Europe, together with the companies who are nurturing that future leadership talent.

MFB Fertility Announces US Air Force is Investing into Proov® Technology to Help Military Couples Conceive and Educate Officers About Reproductive Health

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

With the contract, which is on the heels of their initial funding of $50,000 from the Air Force earlier this year, Proov will provide free kits upon request to Air Force couples, and connect users with doctors specializing in fertility who may help them conceive naturally.

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  • With the contract, which is on the heels of their initial funding of $50,000 from the Air Force earlier this year, Proov will provide free kits upon request to Air Force couples, and connect users with doctors specializing in fertility who may help them conceive naturally.
  • Within five minutes of taking the test, Proov delivers personal information and results that can help women learn about their own unique cycles and achieve their fertility goals.
  • From our research, we saw significant issues in the lack of support and care from military couples trying to conceive.
  • AFWERX is the Air Force's team of innovators who strive to connect Airmen to solutions across the force.

Steve Manko Joins SkyWater as Chief Financial Officer, Steve Wold Appointed Company’s First Chief Administrative Officer

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

SkyWater Technology , the innovators trusted foundry partner, today announced that Steve Manko has joined SkyWater as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Steve Wold, former CFO has been appointed as the companys first Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

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  • SkyWater Technology , the innovators trusted foundry partner, today announced that Steve Manko has joined SkyWater as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Steve Wold, former CFO has been appointed as the companys first Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).
  • In order to accelerate this focus, we are creating a new leadership role to be held by Steve Wold as CAO.
  • Steve has done an outstanding job standing up our CFO function, positioning him as the ideal fit, said Thomas Sonderman, SkyWater President.
  • Mr. Manko joins SkyWater as CFO from Riveron Consulting, where he was a Managing Director and led the Financial Advisory Services practice in Minneapolis.

Amanda Carroll Joins Salem’s KKFS in Sacramento

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Salem Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today that Amanda Carrolljoins KKFS (103.9 The FISH) to host mornings along with 20-year station vet, Matt Bisiaux.

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  • Salem Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SALM) announced today that Amanda Carrolljoins KKFS (103.9 The FISH) to host mornings along with 20-year station vet, Matt Bisiaux.
  • The new show, The Fish Morning Show with Amanda & Matt will debut mid-July.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200707005138/en/
    Amanda's radio career also includes Sacramento AC KYMX, K-LOVE, WGTS, KSBJ, and the Amanda Carroll Show on the Christian FM network.
  • She replaces Jodie Stevens, who after 17 years with KKFS, has relocated out of state for family considerations.

Mediaplanet Joins Forces with Leaders in the Fight Against Neurological Disorders for Upcoming USA TODAY Campaign

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Monday, July 6, 2020

NEW YORK, July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mediaplanet has joined forces with key leaders in the fight against Neurological Disorders for its upcoming campaign.

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  • NEW YORK, July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mediaplanet has joined forces with key leaders in the fight against Neurological Disorders for its upcoming campaign.
  • The campaign is set to launch on September 29th within USA Today and digitally to build awareness surrounding the millions of Americans living with a neurological disorder as well as shine light on their care takers.
  • The print platform will be a 12-16 page tabloid-style insert within USA Today with the print platform living on Mediaplanet's healthcare content hub, http://www.futureofpersonalhealth.com
    A major focus within this campaign will be on "Fighting Alzheimer's".
  • Insight from these leaders will run within the print and digital campaigns and will be amplified through Mediaplanet and all participants' social channels.

Sinclair Names Steve Rosenberg President of Local Sports

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Monday, July 6, 2020

HUNT VALLEY, Md., July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ: SBGI) today announced that it has appointed industry veteran and former Universal Studios executive Steve Rosenberg as president of local sports.

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  • HUNT VALLEY, Md., July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Sinclair Broadcast Group (NASDAQ: SBGI) today announced that it has appointed industry veteran and former Universal Studios executive Steve Rosenberg as president of local sports.
  • Rosenberg brings more than 30 years of industry experience to Sinclair, working at the intersection of television, entertainment and sports.
  • "I'm thrilled to be taking on this new role with Sinclair andfurther the company's presence in sports," said Rosenberg.
  • Rosenberg will be reporting to Rob Weisbord, president of broadcast and chief advertising revenue officer at Sinclair.

Nexstar Media Group to Report 2020 Second Quarter Financial Results, Host Conference Call and Webcast on August 5

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Monday, July 6, 2020

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that it will report its 2020 second quarter financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, August 5, 2020.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) announced today that it will report its 2020 second quarter financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, August 5, 2020.
  • The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 10:00 a.m.
  • To access the conference call, interested parties may dial 323-994-2093, conference ID 3511592 (domestic and international callers).
  • Nexstar Media Group 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.

Charter Offers Senior Unsecured Notes

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Monday, July 6, 2020

STAMFORD, Conn., July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) (alongwith its subsidiaries, "Charter") today announced that its subsidiaries, CCO Holdings, LLC and CCO Holdings Capital Corp. (collectively, "CCO Holdings"), intend to offer senior unsecured notes due 2031 (the "Notes").

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) (alongwith its subsidiaries, "Charter") today announced that its subsidiaries, CCO Holdings, LLC and CCO Holdings Capital Corp. (collectively, "CCO Holdings"), intend to offer senior unsecured notes due 2031 (the "Notes").
  • Charter intends to use the net proceeds from the sale of the Notes to pay related fees and expenses and for general corporate purposes, including repaying certain indebtedness at CCO Holdings as well as to fund potential buybacks of Class A common stock of Charter or common units of Charter Communications Holdings, LLC.
  • Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator serving more than 29 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand.
  • Over an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice.