This is a difficult time in so many ways, but in no way greater than having to disrupt the lives and trust of Knight Ridder people with whom we have worked so closely. But I do feel we have no choice.

There were things Gannett wanted to do and things Knight Ridder wanted to do, ... We decided if we could develop an exit strategy that would leave us whole, it would be a positive thing for both parties.

With ad revenue down a steady (and not worsening) 8 percent to 9 percent in each month of the quarter, we may have seen the floor.

We are committed to getting those dollars to our partners.

Committed volunteers are the backbone of our organization. Lives are changed in this community because of their work ? what an amazing mark to leave on the place you live.

It's a great feeling that we can do the things we set out to do.