Lee Enterprises names Nathan Bekke permanent CEO and Josh Rinehults CFO

LEE ENTERPRISES, Inc

Bekke appointed President & CEO, Rinehults VP, CFO & Treasurer, effective April 23, 2026.
Both had served in interim roles since the strategic investment closed in February 2026.
Bekke base salary $700,000; target bonus 100% of salary (50% cash, 50% restricted stock).
Rinehults base salary $450,000; target bonus 50% of salary (50% cash, 50% restricted stock).
Board unanimously approved appointments after a nationwide search.

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