SCHEDULE 13G/A: Key Insiders Disclose Significant Stake in Saga Communications, Inc.
Beneficial Ownership Disclosure
An amendment to Schedule 13G reveals that the Edward K. Christian Trust, along with co-trustees Michael L. Dallaire and Judith A. Christian, collectively hold a substantial 14.6% beneficial ownership in Saga Communications, Inc.
Summary
- This filing is Amendment No. 4 to Schedule 13G for Saga Communications, Inc.'s Class A Common Stock.
- The beneficial ownership is reported as of March 31, 2025.
- The Edward K. Christian Trust, with Michael L. Dallaire and Judith A. Christian as co-trustees, beneficially owns 936,708 shares, which represents 14.5% of the Class A Common Stock.
- Judith A. Christian also beneficially owns an additional 3,541 shares through her IRA, accounting for 0.1% of the Class A Common Stock.
- Collectively, Judith A. Christian is reported as beneficially owning 940,249 shares, or 14.6% of the class, combining shares from the Trust and her IRA.
- The percentage ownership is calculated based on 6,441,913 total outstanding shares as of March 4, 2025, as disclosed in the Issuer's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on March 31, 2025.
- The reporting persons have certified that the securities were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of changing or influencing the control of the issuer.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: Neutral. This is a routine compliance filing disclosing beneficial ownership, not a performance or strategic announcement.
Future Outlook
NA
Management Comments
- The reporting persons certify that, to the best of their knowledge and belief, the securities were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities.
Industry Context
NA
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Provides transparency regarding significant ownership stakes by key individuals/entities associated with the company's former leadership.
- Management: Confirms a substantial block of shares is held by individuals with historical ties to the company, potentially influencing long-term strategic decisions.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2025-03-04 | Date of total outstanding shares calculation (6,441,913 shares) as per Issuer's 10-K. |
| 2025-03-31 | Date of event which requires filing of this statement (beneficial ownership snapshot date). |
| 2025-03-31 | Date Issuer's Annual Report on Form 10-K was filed with the SEC, containing the total outstanding shares figure. |
| 2025-05-02 | Date of signing for the Schedule 13G filing and the Joint Filing Agreement. |
Keywords
Saga Communications, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G, Beneficial Ownership, Class A Common Stock, Edward K. Christian Trust, Michael L. Dallaire, Judith A. Christian, Shareholder Disclosure, Institutional Ownership
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