Carpenter Media Group announced the acquisition of M. Roberts Media on Friday .
The Texas-based titles include the Victoria Advocate, Longview News-Journal, Tyler Morning Telegraph, The Marshall News Messenger, The Panola Watchman, Kilgore News Herald, and The Henderson News. Its magazine portfolio features ETX View, Rose Festival, The Zone, Discover 361, Harrison Magazine, Etcetera Magazine, and 40 Under Forty.
The third generation of family leadership is represented by Roberts’ grandson, Stephen McHaney, who is publisher of the Longview News-Journal, as well as president of M. Roberts Media. Reflecting on M. Roberts Media’s legacy, McHaney said, “Our mission has always been to produce valuable journalistic content that engages audiences and improves the communities we serve, while delivering innovative marketing solutions that help our customers grow. I am pleased to have Carpenter Media Group take over the leadership of our publications with their commitment to continue quality local journalism.