Press Releases May 6, 2026 05:25 PM

Gray Media and Block Communications Close Station Transaction

Gray Media Completes $80 Million Purchase of Block Communications' TV Stations, Expanding Its Local Media Footprint

By Maya Rios GTN

Gray Media, Inc. finalized its acquisition of television stations from Block Communications for $80 million, enhancing its local news station portfolio across Louisville, Kentucky; Springfield-Decatur, Illinois; and Lima, Ohio. This expansion strengthens Gray Media's presence in US local television markets, reinforcing its position as the nation's largest owner of top-rated local TV stations and digital assets.

Gray Media and Block Communications Close Station Transaction
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Key Points

  • Gray Media acquired additional TV stations for $80 million from Block Communications.
  • The transaction adds stations in Kentucky, Illinois, and Ohio, expanding Gray Media’s local news footprint.
  • Gray Media owns top-rated TV stations in 120 markets, reaching 37% of US TV households, along with strong digital marketing and production assets.

ATLANTA, May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media, Inc. today closed on its previously announced transaction with Block Communications, Inc. for a total purchase price of $80 million. This transaction expanded Gray’s portfolio of strong local news stations with additional television stations located in Louisville, Kentucky; Springfield-Decatur, Illinois; and Lima, Ohio.

Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 120 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 81 markets with the top-rated television station and 103 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across the 119 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.


Gray Contact:

Kevin P. Latek, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal and Development Officer, 404-266-8333

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Risks

  • Integration risks associated with newly acquired stations potentially impacting operational efficiency.
  • Market competition in local television and digital media sectors may influence future revenue growth.
  • Changes in advertising spend or viewer preferences could affect the profitability of local TV and digital media businesses.

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