Gray Names Curtis Miles as the General Manager of KCTV and KSMO in Kansas City

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Gray Television has appointed Curtis Miles as the General Manager of KCTV (CBS) and KSMO (MyNetwork) in Kansas City, effective January 3, 2023. Miles has a proven track record in increasing ratings and revenues, most recently at WAOW in Wausau, where the station was named News Operation of the Year by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association. Prior experience includes 13 years with Disney ABC O&O group, where he enhanced ratings at major stations like WLS-TV in Chicago.

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• Appointment of Curtis Miles as General Manager expected to boost performance at KCTV and KSMO.
• Miles led WAOW to increased ratings and revenues, indicating strong leadership skills.
• Recognition of WAOW as the News Operation of the Year bolsters Miles' credibility.

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ATLANTA , Dec. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Television, Inc. (“Gray”) (NYSE: GTN) announced today that Curtis Miles will join Gray as the General Manager of KCTV (CBS) and KSMO (MyNetwork) in the Kansas City market (DMA 33), effective January 3, 2023.

Curtis Miles has an extensive background in news, marketing, research, and sales. For the past five years, he led WAOW in Wausau, Wisconsin as its General Manager, during which time the television station increased its ratings and revenues. In 2022, the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association named WAOW the News Operation of the Year.
  

Prior to WAOW, Curtis spent 13 years with the Disney ABC O&O group where he helped increase ratings and market share at WLS-TV in Chicago and at WTVD in Raleigh. In Chicago, as Vice President of Creative Services and Local Programming, Curtis helped WLS relaunch “Eyewitness News,” led the morning talk show that replaced “Oprah,” and made WLS the “Home of the Chicago Cubs” by broadcasting 28 Cubs games annually. His extensive background in news and news research includes a stint at Frank N. Magid Associates. Curtis holds a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Iowa.

About Gray:

We are a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. Our television stations serve 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households.  This portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station.  We also own video program companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group (formerly Tupelo Honey), and PowerNation Studios, as well as the studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. 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 Curtis Miles and what is his role at Gray Television?

Curtis Miles has been appointed as the General Manager of KCTV and KSMO in Kansas City, starting January 3, 2023.

What significant achievements does Curtis Miles have in his career?

Miles previously led WAOW to increased ratings and revenues and was recognized as the 'News Operation of the Year' in 2022.

What is the expected impact of Curtis Miles' appointment on Gray Television's stock GTN?

Miles' strong track record suggests potential positive impacts on ratings and revenues for KCTV and KSMO, which could benefit GTN.

When will Curtis Miles start his position as General Manager of KCTV and KSMO?

Curtis Miles will begin his role effective January 3, 2023.