Block Communications, also known as Blade Communications, is a privately owned company headquartered in the United States, based in Toledo, Ohio. Founded in 1900, the company employs approximately 60 individuals. Functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer, its main product is broadcast television and radio. The company operates as a holding company for various assets, primarily in the print and broadcast media.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1900

Headcount

59

Headquarters

United States

Primary Segment

Broadcast television and radio

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

On June 25, 2026, The Quad: Student News Service of WCU reported that the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Block Communications' largest news publication in Pittsburgh, announced its cessation of operations in early May. Previously, Gray Media completed its $80 million acquisition of five television stations from Block Communications on May 7, 2026. This transaction included local stations in Kentucky, Ohio, and Illinois, such as WAND-TV in Decatur and WDRB-TV. Gray Media finalized the deal on May 6, 2026.

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Block Communications offers products in the media and telecoms services industry. Block Communications's product portfolio comprises of broadcast television and radio.
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