The Spectrum (Utah)

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The Spectrum
Type Daily newspaper
Owner(s) Gannett
Headquarters335 E. St. George Blvd, St. George, UT 84770
Website https://www.thespectrum.com/

The Spectrum is a daily newspaper based in St. George, Utah.

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History

In February, 2018 Melissa Galbraith, a journalist and Utah native who had worked previously for the Arizona Republic , including as assistant news editor, replaced Steve Kiggins as editor. [1]

In 2000, Toronto based Thomson Corporation sold The Spectrum to Gannett. [2]

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References

  1. "Utah's Spectrum newspaper names Arizona Republic alum top editor". Salt Lake Tribune . Associated Press. 12 February 2018. Retrieved 21 September 2018.
  2. "Gannett purchases St. George newspaper in buyout". Deseret News . Salt Lake City. Associated Press. 9 June 2000. Retrieved 21 September 2018.