Smith Statement on Passing of John Gottschalk

Washington, D.C.- Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) released the following statement after the passing of former owner of the Sidney Telegraph, mayor of Sidney, NE, and CEO of the Omaha World-Herald John Gottschalk.

"Few have had the level of impact on the state of Nebraska that the life and legacy of John Gottschalk has. His committed leadership in journalism, public service, philanthropy, community development, and volunteerism is the fruit of a great American success story. He never forgot his small-town roots and relentlessly sought ways to pay it forward. My wife and I offer our condolences to his wife Carmen and family members."

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