Tribune links with Gannett to expand Metromix model

TRIBUNE LINKS WITH GANNETT TO EXPAND METROMIX
[SOURCE: Associated Press]
Gannett Co., the largest newspaper publisher in the country and owner of USA Today, has formed a joint venture with a division of media conglomerate Tribune Co. to expand a national network of local entertainment Web sites. The new company, Metromix LLC, will focus on launching Metromix.com in 25 of the nation's top 30 markets, and more than 40 markets total by the end of 2008. Metromix, which is a guide to area restaurants, bars and clubs, events, concerts and movies, currently is available in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and other large Tribune markets. Metromix LLC will be co-owned equally by McLean, Va.-based Gannett and Tribune Interactive.
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