Wick Communications Acquires Sedona Red Rock News and The Journal, Ending 60-Year Larson Family Ownership

Wick Communications, the Sierra Vista-based parent company of Herald/Review Media, announced plans on [date] to acquire the Sedona Red Rock News and The Journal from Larson Newspapers, ending more than 60 years of Larson family ownership. The acquisition expands Wick Communications' portfolio of local news outlets in Arizona.

The Sedona Red Rock News and The Journal serve the Sedona and Verde Valley communities. Larson Newspapers has owned the publications for over six decades, building a legacy of local journalism in the region. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Wick Communications, which operates multiple newspapers and digital platforms across the United States, said it is committed to maintaining the quality and local focus of the publications.

The acquisition is part of a broader trend of consolidation in the local news industry, as smaller family-owned papers seek larger partners to navigate economic challenges. The deal is expected to close in the coming weeks, subject to customary conditions. Readers and advertisers can expect continuity in operations, with Wick Communications planning to invest in digital growth and community coverage.