Continuing father's legacy, building company's future

Wednesday, September 28, 2005

Pete Wetmore of News Inc. magazine interviewed Rust Communications co-president and publisher Jon K. Rust for a story about the future of the Cape Girardeau-based company. Following are excerpts from that interview. Rust Communications, owner of the Southeast Missourian, was founded by Gary W. Rust and encompasses more than 50 newspapers in eight states and partial ownership of 17 radio stations. Rex Rust is co-president. Gary Rust is chairman of the board. The interview was conducted during the management transition from the senior Rust to his two sons.

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