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David Hoffmann's Childhood Shaped His Family's Philanthropy
Lee told editors the package would run as a centerpiece across weekend print editions and praised Hoffmann as a key backer of local news.
- Lee Enterprises has directed its newspapers, including the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and The Buffalo News, to publish a three-story package about chairman Geoff Hoffmann on their front pages this holiday weekend, starting Friday.
- Hoffmann joined Lee's board in February after acquiring a majority stake via a $50 million deal, positioning himself as a potential savior as the company has struggled financially in recent years.
- Chief content officer Jason Adrians notified editors of the nearly 4,000-word package on June 17, marking the first time Lee has directed papers to run a specific story, raising concerns about editorial independence.
- Critics argue the package dominates front pages during the nation's 250th birthday celebrations, displacing locally produced reporting and risking damage to the company's reputation.
- Senior reporter David McCumber authored the stories, which detail Hoffmann's philanthropic background, including a foundation he established with his wife, Megan, and son, Henry, supporting families impacted by Type 1 diabetes.
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