Category Archives: News Media

NYT Regional Newspapers May Be Sold

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Sale would include The Ledger and News Chief. According to a report on The Ledger’s web site it appears that negotiations are underway between the New York Times and Halifax Media Group involving HMG’s purchase of the NYT Regional Newspaper … Continue reading →

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Polk Medical Association Selects Central FL Media Group as Publisher

Posted on December 20, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Nelson Kirkland and the Central Florida Media Group (CFMG) has been named to publish three publications for the Polk County Medical Association beginning in 2011. The three medical pieces include: Central Florida Physician’s Directory and Medical Provider Guide: Publishing annually … Continue reading →

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Kirkland Launches Central Florida Media Group

Posted on May 6, 2010 by Bob Gernert

Nelson Kirkland, former publisher of the News Chief in Winter Haven, has announced the launch of Central Florida Media Group. The new company will focus on niche community publishing throughout the region. The new company’s first publication will be Polk Ag … Continue reading →

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2008 In Review … Our Top 10

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Bob Gernert

As 2008 comes to an end we offer our  list of ten significant Winter Haven developments from the past twelve months. While the economy has slowed, there is still much positive local activity. A great many developments hold promise for … Continue reading →

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Tampa Bay Business Journal Wants Your CSX Opinion

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Bob Gernert
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Ledger to Buy News Chief

Posted on March 4, 2008 by Bob Gernert

A new day for the News Chief The Ledger today announced the acquisition of the Winter Haven-based News Chief daily newspaper. Nelson Kirkland, Advertising Director for The Ledger was named publisher. The purchase does not include the News Chief’s current … Continue reading →

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