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Lee Enterprises, owner of newspapers like the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, laid off editors and copy editors despite Chairman David Hoffmann's earlier promises to avoid layoffs. Hoffmann, who became majority shareholder in February, had pledged investment in local journalism. The layoffs raise questions about his commitment to his stated goals. The company claims no reporters were affected and expects news division staff to increase by year-end, but unions report budget cuts and no new hires.

Lee Enterprises (LEE) reported Q3 FY2026 net income of $5.2 million and adjusted EBITDA of $18.4 million, up 23% year over year. Digital revenue was $71.6 million, 57% of operating revenue, with 584,000 digital-only subscribers. Management raised full-year adjusted EBITDA growth outlook to 22% to 28% and cited lower interest expense after a rate reduction.

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc (LEE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. As previously disclosed, on April 23, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (the “Com

Lee Enterprises reported Q3 2026 progress toward a digital-first model, saying digital revenue was 57% of total revenue. It cited a 15% cash cost reduction and fifth straight quarter of comparable adjusted EBITDA growth, raising full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance to 22% to 28%. The company expects about $18M annual interest savings, positive net income of $5.2M, and plans debt paydown using excess cash and non-core asset sales.

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc (LEE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Lee Enterprises Reports Strong Third Quarter Results and Increases 2026 Fiscal Year Outlook Delivered Net Income of $5 million 23% YOY Adjusted EBITDA (1) growth in Q3 Digital revenue (2) represents 57% of total revenue in Q3 Ended Q3 with $59 million in cash Increased fiscal 202

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc (LEE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On July 28, 2026, Herbert W. Moloney III informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (th

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc (LEE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement. lee-20260724 false 0000058361 0000058361 2026-07-24 2026-07-24 0000058361 us-gaap:CommonStockMember 2026-07-24 2026-07-24 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT

Lee Enterprises removed editor Penny Rosenberg from the Corvallis Gazette-Times and Albany Democrat-Herald and replaced her with Paul W. Smith, who arrived from New Mexico. The article links the change to Lee’s $50 million deal giving David Hoffmann a majority stake and to July 4 front-page promotions of Hoffmann. Rosenberg declined comment; Smith’s background is business and marketing.

Lee Enterprises said Mary Junck, 78 and former chairman of its board, will retire effective July 31, according to a July 7 SEC filing. The change follows David Hoffmann’s earlier announcement of $50 million in investments in Lee and his appointment as board chairman.

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc (LEE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. lee-20260707 false 0000058361 0000058361 2026-07-07 2026-07-08 0000058361 us-gaap:CommonStockMember 2026-07-07 2026-07-08 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT