Press Releases

TOPEKA, KS— May 20, 2013 — Bart Waters has been named vice president of audience for CJ Media and The Topeka Capital-Journal, a new, senior-level position created by each of Morris Publishing Group’s metro markets. This new role will focus on building a powerful community voice by growing the news, audience and digital efforts.

AUGUSTA, GA — February 14, 2013 — Veteran newspaperman Ron Davidson, publisher of The St. Augustine Record, announced today that he will retire from the newspaper later this year.

“My wife and I have been planning this for some time and it’s getting near the time for me to play more golf and spend more time with the family. I’ve truly enjoyed my time at The Record and appreciate the kindnesses and friendships I’ve gained in my three plus years here,” Davidson said.

AUGUSTA, GA— January 18, 2012 — Dr. Peggie Koon, director of strategy, partnership development and management at Morris Communications Company, LLC has been named vice president of audience for TAC Media and The Augusta Chronicle, a new, senior-level position created by each of Morris Publishing Group’s metro markets. This new role will focus on building a powerful community voice by growing the news, audience and digital efforts.

AUGUSTA, GA— January 8, 2013 — Jeff Hartley, vice president of circulation for Morris Publishing Group, LLC has been promoted to vice president of consumer revenue, effective immediately. This new role will focus on increasing value to consumers, both on digital and print platforms and increasing consumer revenue.

“I’m very pleased to have someone with Jeff’s experience in this new role,“ said William S. Morris IV, chief executive officer of Morris Publishing Group.