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Sam Zell’s Note to “Partners”

Love those priorities — the Cubs make his first graf.

Sam Zell

Dec. 8, 2008

Partners,

We just announced that Tribune is restructuring its debt under Chapter 11 protection. I’m sure you saw the speculative coverage last night and this morning. I would have preferred everyone get the news from me first, but […]

Tribune Bankrupt? Keep An Eye on Your Company’s Stock

Tribune, taken private last year by Sam Zell, may be considering bankruptcy according to a New York Times story.

Tribune gave its rank and file employees a fair amount of stock through profit sharing. That was great when the shares were trading at $70. As the stock fell into the $30s, our Tribune stock was […]

Jobs: Gov Hiring for 2010 U.S. Census Workers

All major U.S. cities will be hiring for census takers in 2009 (for the 2010 US Census) — so take note – there will be hundreds hired. Pay is between $10 and $22/hr, depending on city. http://www.census.gov/2010censusjobs

Or check for local listings for these jobs in your own hometown newspaper — if you’ve still got […]

Is Miami Herald for Sale?

From today’s NY Times:

The Miami Herald Is Said to Be for Sale By RICHARD PÉREZ-PEÑA

The McClatchy Company, burdened by debt and a steep slide in newspaper advertising, wants to sell one of its most-prized properties, The Miami Herald, according to people briefed on the company’s plans.

McClatchy, the nation’s third-largest newspaper […]

Insurance After the Fall

Here are a couple of web sites that help compare insurance rates for those out on their own, or just looking.

Thanks to a certain sports editor for sharing this info.

www.ehealthinsurance.com

www.insureonebenefits.com