America's Newspapers

The Hoskins family, owners of Better Newspapers, Inc. has sold 15 newspapers in Illinois and Missouri to Paxton Media Group, according to John T. Cribb Cribb, Cribb & Associates, who represented the Hoskins family in the transaction. Terms were not disclosed. https://lnkd.in/eF2a5bGD Jamie Paxton #PaxtonMediaGroup #newspapers

.Boone Newsmedia, Inc., owners of Leader Publications headquartered in Niles, Michigan, has announced the sale of The Niles Daily Star, Dowagiac Daily News and The Leader to Paxton Media Group, according to John T. Cribb, Cribb & Associates, who represented BNI and the Boone family in the transaction. Terms were not disclosed. https://lnkd.in/eEdWQS5x Jamie Paxton #PaxtonMediaGroup #newspapers

𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗔𝗜 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗱𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 AI has been one of the most talked-about topics in the news industry over the past three years. But the question for local newsrooms isn’t about the technology itself — it’s about what problems it can solve. Staffing shortages, limited time and the need for unique hyperlocal coverage are pressing challenges that many publishers face every day. At the America's Newspapers SLC, United Robots will share how automated content based on verified local data is helping publishers expand coverage without stretching already thin resources. From neighborhood-level home sales and sports recaps to instant alerts on wildfires and severe weather, the goal is to deliver more relevant information to readers while freeing up reporters’ time. LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/ebFK5QKF #AI #newspapers #newsroomcontent #americasnewspapers Antonia Bret Mariassy Cecilia Campbell

𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗼 — 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 Learn how regional publishers are driving significant growth in digital advertising revenue from local businesses. Local businesses want digital ads, but they don’t always know how to create effective campaigns. That’s where Smartico’s AI-powered Smart Ads come in — helping publishers deliver high-impact digital campaigns at scale, with zero extra work. Combining AI technology with a human touch, Smartico builds digital advertising profit centers by attracting new digital-only advertisers and better monetizing existing print-to-online customers. Automate ad production, boost engagement and improve advertiser success while increasing your digital revenue instantly. No extra workload. No hassle. Just results. Since 2013, Smartico has helped publishers of all sizes generate over $100M in new digital revenue with their SMB customers. Its full-service solution includes campaign creation, ad operations, visual and intuitive reporting, and sales training. Thank you, Smartico, for your innovation and your commitment to newspapers. We appreciate you and your support of the America's Newspapers Senior Leadership Conference! LEARN MORE: https://www.smartico.one/ #digital #advertising #newspapers #americasnewspapers

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗴𝗼 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 Time is running out — hotel registration closes tomorrow (Sept. 4) — for the Family Owners Regional Roundtable, taking place Sept. 18-19 near Chicago.   This meeting is designed for family-owned and independently operated newspapers in small and mid-sized markets — and focuses on real, actionable strategies you can take home and use right away.   You’ll hear from: ·   Jeremy Gulban on building sustainable business models in small markets ·   Bob Woodward on raising community funding to support local journalism ·   J. Tom Shaw on how to diversify your revenue portfolio in practical ways   Plus: peer-led exchanges, confidential owner/operator sessions and a regional advocacy update.   Registration is just $50, thanks to SNPA Foundation support — and includes Thursday’s dinner and Friday’s full program. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eUxuGBHR #FamilyNewspapers #americasnewspapers

The Tampa Bay Times has announced the launch of its Education Hub, underscoring the major news source’s commitment to local and state education coverage. It will focus on every facet of education, from kindergarten to higher education throughout Tampa Bay and beyond. The Education Hub is a dedicated reporting team comprised of four primary journalists and a coordinating editor. https://lnkd.in/e_yYs8Qh #newspapers #education #americasnewspapers

𝗔𝗝𝗖 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗰. 𝟯𝟭 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Thursday said it plans to end its printed edition at the end of this year, accelerating its digital transformation amid a rapidly evolving media landscape. https://lnkd.in/e42b3275

In the newspaper world, AI sparks real debates around editorial integrity, content authenticity and journalistic ethics — and rightly so. But when it comes to real estate portfolio analysis, market reconnaissance and reducing timelines to monetize underutilized legacy assets, AI is not controversial. It is a critical and competitive advantage. In this article by Brian Rossi for the America's Newspapers #SolutionsNewsletter, read about three ways BellCornerstone is actively using AI to deliver results for newspapers across the country. https://lnkd.in/eBRp62pj #RealEstate #newspapers #americasnewspapers

Recognizing the need for a forward-looking platform that can evolve alongside the advertising industry, The Post and Courier of Charleston, South Carolina, selected Lineup Systems for its proven ability to handle both legacy operations and future digital growth. See why Pamela J. Browning, president and publisher, says the decision included “not just cost savings but also improved efficiencies.” Read more in this article from the America's Newspapers #SolutionsNewsletter: https://lnkd.in/e4mgXEB8 #Adpoint #advertising #print #digital #newspapers #americasnewspapers

A new era for investigative journalism in New Mexico: Searchlight New Mexico and The New Mexican Public Service Journalism Fund have announced an agreement to combine resources focused on investigative journalism for greater impact and sustainability. The New Mexican Public Service Journalism Fund is a philanthropic initiative of the 175-year-old Santa Fe New Mexican, led by Patrick Dorsey, publisher. https://lnkd.in/dEsNtTkt #journalism #newspapers #InvestigativeJournalism #americasnewspapers