New ownership for Free Press Publishing

An Eastern Washington journalist with ties to the area has entered into an agreement to acquire Free Press Publishing.

Roger Harnack, currently of Sunnyside, is acquiring the media company from longtime owner Bill Ifft of Medical Lake.

“I’m looking forward to continuing the independent news traditions instituted by Bill,” Harnack said in a Sept. 23 news release. “He’s built a solid media company, while retaining the independence Eastern Washington communities need and deserve.”

“With Roger’s newspaper background and Eastern Washington roots, he’s a good fit for our publications and communities...