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Drew Tasset
Verified
Weekend Digital Producer, Nexstar Media Group
Branson
Beats
Internet , Alternative Music , Culture
Content
By Drew Tasset Verified| KOLR-TV (Springfield, MO) Verified BRANSON, Mo. — Another victim has sued Kanakuk Camps in Branson along with CEO Joe White for emotional damages stemming from child sexual abuse by former counselor Peter Newman. The victim, who is referred to as “Jane Doe” in the lawsuit, alleges that Newman sexually abused her when she was nine years old and accuses Kanakuk of allowing Newman to remain employed despite knowing he was a danger to children before she attended Kanakuk. The victim is also demanding a jury trial.
By Drew Tasset Verified| KOLR-TV (Springfield, MO) Verified SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Drury University says one of its students had their F-1 visa terminated as part of the federal government’s immigration enforcement. The student was identified as part of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, Drury says. They have since voluntarily moved back to their country of origin. “Drury University has and will continue to provide support for every student,” the university said in a statement.
By Drew Tasset Verified| KOLR-TV (Springfield, MO) Verified BRANSON, Mo. — Another victim has sued Kanakuk Camps in Branson along with CEO Joe White for emotional damages stemming from child sexual abuse by former counselor Peter Newman. The victim, who is referred to as “Jane Doe” in the lawsuit, alleges that Newman sexually abused her when she was nine years old and accuses Kanakuk of allowing Newman to remain employed despite knowing he was a danger to children before she attended Kanakuk. The victim is also demanding a jury trial.
Company Info
Nexstar Media Group
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local television broadcast and digital media company in the U.S. It operates over 200 stations across 116 markets, reaching around 220 million people. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions, including Media General and Tribune Media. The company reported $5.41 billion in net revenue in 2024 and produces over 316,000 hours of programming annually. Nexstar offers a range of services, including broadcast television with top network affiliates and ownership of The CW. It runs NewsNation, a national news network, and manages 140 local websites and 278 mobile apps. The company also operates multicast channels like Antenna TV and Rewind TV. Nexstar serves local businesses and national advertisers through multi-platform marketing solutions, utilizing its extensive reach to 70% of U.S. households. Its strategic focus includes hyper-local journalism and technological innovation, ensuring a strong presence in the media landscape.
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