Morris Publishing Group acquires Buzz on Biz, LLC

Morris Publishing Group LLC has acquired Buzz on Biz, LLC which includes the Buzz on Biz suite of print, digital, broadcast, radio shows and events.

The new acquisition joins the Morris-owned Chronicle Media portfolio of more than 12 titles including The Augusta Chronicle, Augusta.com, Augusta Magazine and neighborhood publications such as The Columbia County News-Times, Richmond County Today and North Augusta Today – all published across print, digital and social platforms.

"I'm very pleased that we are able to diversify our Augusta portfolio by adding Buzz on Biz, and view this as an important addition to our local media company's product mix," said William S. Morris IV, president and CEO of Morris Communications Co.  "Increasingly, we are looking for new and innovative ways that we can serve our local community, and this acquisition is a great example of that."

Founded in 2005 by Neil Gordon, Buzz on Biz publications, shows and newsletters showcase businesses and provide insight from important agencies, local Economic Development Authorities, councils and chambers. Gordon will continue to run the day-to-day operations of the business. 

"Morris Communications is one of the best companies in the CSRA," said Gordon. "In joining the Morris team, we'll grow in new ways and offer clients more options.  I'm so excited to join the tremendous team that has been carefully developed over the years."

"We're thrilled to have Neil and his staff join Morris," said Derek May, president of Morris Publishing Group.  "Neil has built an outstanding company that we believe will continue to grow in the coming years."