Publisher extends 'poison pill' in response to courtship from Naples firm

The Hoffmann Family of Cos. seeks to open discussions with Lee Enterprises "regarding a potential combination of our companies."

Lee Enterprises was founded in 1890.
Lee Enterprises was founded in 1890.
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Iowa newspaper group Lee Enterprises is extending its shareholder rights plan, known as a poison pill, following what it calls repeated acquisition interest from a Naples conglomerate. 

 

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