Eric Walters Named General Manager of KMVT/KSVT in Twin Falls, Idaho

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Gray Television (NYSE: GTN) announced the appointment of Eric Walters as the new General Manager of KMVT (CBS) and KSVT-LD (FOX) in Twin Falls, Idaho, effective June 12, 2023. He succeeds Kathy Silk, who retired after nearly 30 years in the broadcast industry. Eric brings over 31 years of experience, having been the News Director at WDBJ in Roanoke, Virginia, where he led the station to significant ratings growth and multiple awards, including the Edward R. Murrow Awards.

Gray Television is the largest owner of local television stations in the U.S., serving 113 markets and reaching approximately 36% of U.S. television households. The company also owns video program companies and production facilities, enhancing its operational capabilities.

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• Appointment of Eric Walters, experienced with 31 years in broadcasting.
• Walters led WDBJ to ratings growth and received prestigious awards, indicating strong leadership.
• Gray Television continues to expand its leadership team with qualified professionals.

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ATLANTA, April 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray”) (NYSE: GTN) announced that Eric Walters will become the General Manager of KMVT (CBS) and KSVT-LD (FOX) in Twin Falls, Idaho (DMA 190), effective June 12, 2023.   Eric will succeed Kathy Silk, who last month announced her retirement after nearly 30 years in the broadcast industry.

Eric is currently the News Director of Gray’s WDBJ (CBS) and WZBJ (MyNetwork) in Roanoke, Virginia.  Under his leadership, WDBJ has seen ratings growth across all platforms, won back-to-back Edward R Murrow awards, and launched several newscasts, including a weekly Spanish language digital newscast.

He has 31 years of experience in the broadcast industry.  Before joining Gray in 2020, Eric served as the news director for CBS affiliate WBTW in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.  In 2019, the Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas named him News Director of the Year. Eric holds a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

About Gray:

Gray Television, Inc. is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Gray is the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets in the United States. Its television stations serve 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households.  This portfolio includes 79 markets with the top-rated television station and 101 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station. It also owns video program companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, as well as the studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. Gray owns a majority interest in Swirl Films. For more information, please visit www.gray.tv.

Gray Contact:

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

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FAQ

Who is Eric Walters and what is his new role at GTN?

Eric Walters is appointed as the General Manager of KMVT and KSVT-LD, effective June 12, 2023.

What experience does Eric Walters bring to Gray Television?

Eric Walters has over 31 years of experience in broadcasting and has previously served as News Director at WDBJ in Virginia.

What accomplishment did WDBJ achieve under Eric Walters?

Under his leadership, WDBJ experienced ratings growth and won back-to-back Edward R. Murrow awards.

What market does KMVT and KSVT-LD serve?

KMVT and KSVT-LD serve the Twin Falls, Idaho market, which is classified as DMA 190.

What is the reach of Gray Television's stations?

Gray Television serves 113 television markets, reaching approximately 36% of U.S. television households.