In the latest edition of People of Media, DataJoe dives into an inspiring conversation with Kenny Katzgrau, founder of Broadstreet Ads and publisher of Red Bank Green. Known for his fearless creativity and people-first mindset, Katzgrau shared how he uses data-driven solutions and innovation to help businesses thrive. more

BLOX Digital has announced the beta launch of BLOX NXT (pronounced "next"), a groundbreaking new content management system that is set to redefine how media organizations manage, monetize and distribute content. more

Atex has announced its partnership with Sardegna Live, a prominent Sardinian news outlet and video production company. MyType brings cutting-edge digital content management (CMS) capabilities to Sardegna Live, enabling them to amplify their reach, enhance content creation and foster deeper connections with their audience. more

Legacy.com and iPublish Media are now providing fully-managed obituary services across all Wick Communications publications. Each of Wick’s 20 local newspapers are utilizing iPublish’s self-serve intake, with all customer and funeral home support provided by a white-glove, Legacy-managed team. more

The Washington Informer, sought to expand its online presence while retaining its commitment to impactful, community-focused journalism. Adopting Nota’s AI-powered empowered them to meet the demands of a modern media landscape, making their unique content more accessible and engaging. This digital evolution enables The Informer to stay relevant and impactful, reinforcing its legacy in the community while embracing new technologies that drive efficiency, growth, and deeper audience connections. more

The Chestnut Hill Local of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has selected SCS to provide its Community Advertising System and Community Publishing System. more

Newsrooms can harness the power of AI to deliver personalized election content, track real-time voter sentiment, and optimize for engagement and revenue growth. AI tools, such as Nota and Chartbeat, can analyze user data and sentiment shifts, helping publishers provide tailored content that resonates with specific audiences. By enhancing reader experiences and streamlining workflows, AI empowers media companies to improve audience engagement and maximize advertising opportunities during the high-stakes election season. Ultimately, these strategies not only boost revenue but also ensure that voters stay well-informed and engaged with crucial election coverage. more

To enhance its already successful “Best of the Best” campaign, the Tampa Bay Times partnered with Elite Insights to address a missed opportunity in digital advertising. With Elite Insights’ software and expertise, the Times integrated a streamlined digital strategy, allowing its sales team to focus on selling while Elite handled logistics. This collaboration led to impressive results, including a 260% revenue increase and over 425,000 community votes, setting a new standard for digital engagement. more

StandUp Ventures led the round with participation from Coralus and Mucker Capital supporting Indiegraf's mission to empower independent media businesses across the globe. more

Doorfront Direct, the nation’s largest independent magazine and catalog delivery network, has expanded in two key regions of the U.S. more

iPublish Media Solutions, the leading provider of e-commerce advertising software, and CNPA Services Inc. are pleased to announce a strategic partnership to host a new and enhanced aggregated public notice website capublicnotice.com, a single depository for the state’s published legal notices. more

In July 2024, The Villages Media Group, publishers of The Villages Daily Sun, the nation’s fastest growing daily newspaper, went live with SCS/Track to manage its substantial ad design workflow. more

Community Impact, the largest news organization in Texas, is excited to announce a new partnership with Broadstreet Ads, headquartered in New Jersey. This collaboration is set to significantly enhance the digital reach and effectiveness of local advertisers. more

Talented visual journalists take us inside a moment, or a series of them, communicating information and inspiring emotion — whether it’s through a single image, hours of video footage, amazing supporting graphics or fantastic design talent, Do you work with a visual artist who has the instinct to capture the essence of a story? Help us recognize the industry's best digital/ video/ print, "Creative Visionaries." more

Column, the software platform for informing the public, today announced the official launch of its obituaries and classifieds categories. This expansion represents a significant milestone for the company, enabling publishers across the country to streamline their advertising operations and reinvigorate their revenue streams with Column’s advanced suite of software and services. more

Maranatha Broadcasting Company Inc. (MBC), owners of WFMZ-TV Allentown and WDPN-TV Philadelphia, and The Media Audit  have announced a multi-year partnership designed to enhance media and marketing research in the Allentown and Philadelphia markets. more

ProImage has announced the release of NewsWayX automated workflow — available in the cloud or installed locally. NewsWayX offers a comprehensive solution for Page and Plate Tracking, Ripping, Imposition and Output management. more

Explore how Iliffe Media Group uses AI to drive immediate new revenues with "Smart Ads." By offering an affordable, combined print and digital ad package, they turned a significant portion of their small print advertisers into digital clients. This efficient and cost-effective solution generated over 100 new ads per week within 20 days, creating a substantial six- to seven-digit pound revenue opportunity without adding operation overhead to their team. Learn how they bridged the digital gap for small print advertisers (and local sales teams), creating a win-win for both the publisher and advertisers. Don't miss this insightful case study. more

The Las Vegas (Nevada) Review-Journal has committed to a very large Goss Newsliner Press Drive upgrade project with imPRESSions Worldwide, Inc. from Burlington, Washington, in conjunction with  DCOS from Sweden, following a large wave of printers making similar decisions as of late. more

The Jacobs Family has sold its J-Ad Graphics publishing business to JAMS Media, LLC and its View Newspaper Group of Lapeer, Michigan, according to Joe Bella, independent broker with BVC LLC. Bella represented the Jacobs family in the transaction. more