The landscape of local news in south-central Iowa is getting a fresh update! Effective May 1, 2026, J. Louis “Louie” Mullen—through his company Harlan Publishing, LLC—officially acquired Creston Publishing Company (CPC) from Shaw Media. This transaction marks a significant changing of the guard for several beloved local publications, ensuring that community-focused journalism remains in strong, capable hands. What’s Changing Hands? The acquisiti…
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