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Copying and pasting some of the release since Forum has a paywall. First Forum has dealt with NBC in decades since swapping for ABC in Fargo. Forum Communications Company is expanding once again in South Dakota. The acquisition will enhance Forum Communications’ ability to serve residents throughout South Dakota and to be a trusted news source for the state, said Josh Rohrer, vice president of broadcasting for Forum Communications. “Combining the excellence of KNBN’s existing local news with the experience and reputation of Forum Communications will help to create a new home for the very best in local news, weather and sports in South Dakota,” Rohrer said. KNBN is the only independently-owned TV network affiliate in South Dakota. That will remain the case, Rohrer said, but this acquisition creates an opportunity for expanded reach and impact. The acquisition includes certain satellite stations delivering KNBN’s signal to the entire Rapid City DMA, according to a Forum Communications press release. Viewers can also expect collaboration with Sioux Falls Live/ KSFL-TV and the Mitchell Republic on stories of statewide importance, Rohrer said. “We have big plans in South Dakota,” said Mary Jo Hotzler, chief content officer for Forum Communications. “Mitchell has long been a news leader in the state and is unmatched when it comes to high school sports coverage. Sioux Falls has quickly become a go-to source for news and sports, especially the (SDSU) Jackrabbits, and we are excited about adding Rapid City. This is just the beginning for us in the state.” The acquisition of KNBN is subject to receipt of regulatory and other approvals.

Their bug animates between WSAZ and the CW logo

Glad someone saw the light, if you will, and made the change. Cassimy fits in well with the rest of the morning team.

Hosea Sanders officially marks 30 years with ABC 7. Started off on Mornings with Lauren Cohn (1994-96), Leah Hope (96-2001) and Judy Hsu (2001-15). Then on the 7pm newscast for 4 years and now covering entertainment stories.

WBRC has joined the GrayONE club.

Noticed that as well. There is one comment on her latest post asking where she’s been. Her Instagram bio still lists her at PIX, which obviously hasn’t been updated he latest post has a quote and ended the message with “the come back is always greater than the setback”

I noticed that Alex Lee was dropped from a recent morning show promo, and her bio was scrapped off the website and any promotions. Quite strange, something must have happened. Dan did NY Living today with Marysol, Kendis did it the other day. I think Julie Millet has been covering traffic and wrote she will be filling in the next few weeks. I think Alex's last day on air was August 2nd.