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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0009961889
File Number:
CPR-125293
Submit Date:
10/10/2011
Call Sign:
WJHL-TV
Facility ID:
57826
City:
JOHNSON CITY
State:
TN
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
10/10/2011
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Third Quarter of 2011

General Information

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Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application?

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

Contact Representatives (0)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network CBS
Nielsen DMA TriCitiesTN-VA
Web Home Page Address www.wjhl.com

Digital Core Programming

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Question Response
State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream 4.0
State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream 336.0
State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: 7.0
Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes
Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? Yes

Digital Core Programs(19)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 19) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II (7-2 to 9-10)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 1030A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 19) Response
Program Title WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled WED 10A, 1030A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (3 of 19) Response
Program Title WILD AMERICA
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 11A (7-2 to 9-10)
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 10
Total times aired 11
Number of Preemptions 1
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WILD AMERICA introduces the excitement and adventure of the natural wonders to children evertywhere. The viewer meet the ambassadors of the wild; animals that appeal to all audiences. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. WILD AMERICAN changed time periods to Sunday's 7a beginning on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program WILD AMERICA
List date and time rescheduled 9/3/11 8am
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2011-09-03
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (4 of 19) Response
Program Title MYSTERY HUNTERS (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUN 7A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MYSTERY HUNTERS is a live action show that features two regular kids Araya and Christinia and a resident scientist, Doubting Dave. The children travel the globe to investigate the sites and to delve into the tales which have baffled people throughout the ages. In the lab Doubting Dave challenges viewers to send their own mysteries to him and then tackles the questions with experiments and logical explainations. Through critical observation, analytical thinking and scientific testings, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mystries allows the show to focus on history, culture, geography and international customs. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. MYSTERY HUNTERS changed time periods to Saturday's beginning September 17
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (5 of 19) Response
Program Title ECO COMPANY
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 1130A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 12
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 1
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 8 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ECO COMPANY explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. Each story and feature is reprted by teens and told from their prespective. Each week practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in thier daily lives are provided. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program ECO COMPANY
List date and time rescheduled 9/3/11 830A
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2011-09-03
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (6 of 19) Response
Program Title HORSELAND - II (7-2 to 9-10)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 730A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 9 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. HORSELAND is an animated series about five girls and two boys who live in spectacular countryside that houses a farm called Horseland. Each of these main characters has a special horse whose personality is similar to its owner's. Horseland and its unique approach of integrating the personality of the main characters and animals serve to reinforce prosocial themes. Horseland is also a "coming of age" series in which viewers experience and learn from the social interactions, hopes, dreams, and even fears of this group of culturally diverse adolescents. From this background, the experiences of sharing, caring, compromise, friendship, respect, and competition emerge to provide the young viewers with social and emotional guidelines for better understanding many of the life-lessons they need to learn as they grow and develop. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (7 of 19) Response
Program Title WILD AMERICA (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUN 7A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WILD AMERICA introduces the excitement and adventure of the natural wonders to children everywhere. The viewer meet the ambassadors of the wild; animals that appeal to all audiences. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. WILD AMERICAN changed time periods to Sunday's 7a beginning on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 19) Response
Program Title DANGER RANGERS (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 7a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Danger Rangers is an animated series focusing on rules for safety in various situations and providing children with clear cut safety information. The program features animal superheroes that work as a safety squad to protect children. They reinforce concepts of teamwork and preparedness, and model for children the acquisition of important health and safety information. The episodes are structured to present potential safety concerns, such as the need to take proper safety precautions when swimming, and use a song to introduce the relevant steps that should be taken. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (9 of 19) Response
Program Title HORSELAND (eff. 9/17/11) (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 730A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 9 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. HORSELAND is an animated series about five girls and two boys who live in spectacular countryside that houses a farm called Horseland. Each of these main characters has a special horse whose personality is similar to its owner's. Horseland and its unique approach of integrating the personality of the main characters and animals serve to reinforce prosocial themes. Horseland is also a "coming of age" series in which viewers experience and learn from the social interactions, hopes, dreams, and even fears of this group of culturally diverse adolescents. From this background, the experiences of sharing, caring, compromise, friendship, respect, and competition emerge to provide the young viewers with social and emotional guidelines for better understanding many of the life-lessons they need to learn as they grow and develop. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 19) Response
Program Title WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled FRI 8A, 830A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 28
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (11 of 19) Response
Program Title MYSTERY HUNTERS (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 11A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MYSTERY HUNTERS is a live action show that features two regular kids Araya and Christinia and a resident scientist, Doubting Dave. The children travel the globe to investigate the sites and to delve into the tales which have baffled people throughout the ages. In the lab Doubting Dave challenges viewers to send their own mysteries to him and then tackles the questions with experiments and logical explainations. Through critical observation, analytical thinking and scientific testings, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mystries allows the show to focus on history, culture, geography and international customs. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. MYSTERY HUNTERS changed time periods from Sunday 7a to Saturday 11A beginning on September 17
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 19) Response
Program Title WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled TUESDAY 9A, 930A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 24
Total times aired 26
Number of Preemptions 2
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 2
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. On 8/2/11 There was a technical issue and the shows did not air. The shows aired on Saturday 8-6-11 and were rescheduled for their second home 9a and 930a.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
List date and time rescheduled 8/6/11 930A
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? No
Date Preempted 2011-08-02
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Other

Digital Preemption Programs #2

Questions Response
Title of Program WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
List date and time rescheduled 8/6/11 9A,
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? No
Date Preempted 2011-08-02
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Other
Digital Core Program (13 of 19) Response
Program Title HORSELAND - I (7-2 to 9-10)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 7A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 9 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. HORSELAND is an animated series about five girls and two boys who live in spectacular countryside that houses a farm called Horseland. Each of these main characters has a special horse whose personality is similar to its owner's. Horseland and its unique approach of integrating the personality of the main characters and animals serve to reinforce prosocial themes. Horseland is also a "coming of age" series in which viewers experience and learn from the social interactions, hopes, dreams, and even fears of this group of culturally diverse adolescents. From this background, the experiences of sharing, caring, compromise, friendship, respect, and competition emerge to provide the young viewers with social and emotional guidelines for better understanding many of the life-lessons they need to learn as they grow and develop. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (14 of 19) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - II (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 1030A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (15 of 19) Response
Program Title GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES (METV MULTICAST)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUN 8-11A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 48
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 7 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES is METV network children's programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES are 6 half hour programs that sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES educational mission emphasizes the four "C"s as well as the three "R"s, Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. The METV channel became part of WJHL multicast channels as of August 1.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (16 of 19) Response
Program Title GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES (METV MULTICAST)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 8-11A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 48
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 7 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES is METV network children's programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES are 6 half hour programs that sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES educational mission emphasizes the four "C"s as well as the three "R"s, Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. The METV channel became part of WJHL multicast channels as of August 1.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (17 of 19) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - I (9-17 to 9-24)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 10A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 2
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (18 of 19) Response
Program Title WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 730a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (19 of 19) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I (7-2 to 9-10)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sat 10A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 11
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (4)

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Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 4) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: SAT 630A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 2
Number of Preemptions 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

Date and Time Aired:

Questions Response
Date Time
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2 of 4) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: SAT 6A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 2
Number of Preemptions -1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 7 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

Date and Time Aired:

Questions Response
Date Time
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (3 of 4) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN ROAD SHOW
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: Sat 6a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 11
Number of Preemptions 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 3 years to 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each episode of the show features a real child, who writes for help or advice with a problem to the Doodles, three animated young members of a band. The child then enters the animated world of the Doodlenet, and sets out on an adventure with the band to find a resolution to the problem, with important life lessons imparted in the process. Each episode reinforces the lesson through a musical interlude that encapsulates the educational message. Specific educational objectives of the program include encouraging viewers to develop positive personal qualities such as honesty and initiative, and providing viewers with a basic understanding and appreciation of music. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose. CBS changed their line up permanently on September 17.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

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Program Title TROLLZ
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: Sat 630a
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 11
Number of Preemptions 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 8 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. TROLLZ is an animated series about five teenage girls growing up in a magic and colorful world, who live by the credo B.F.F.L. - Best Friends for Life. The magic in their lives is interwoven into real-world type experiences through which they learn to engage in problem solving, creative thinking, and cooperative strategy skills. The series also provides an opportunity for the five girls to learn how to cope with some of the social and emotional issues of self-esteem relating to physical features and other personal attributes, emerging friendships and peer-group relationships, and other experiences found in Trollzopolis. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. CBS chaned thier line up permanently on September 17.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

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Liaison Contact

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Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Yes
Name of children's programming liaison Robin Hodge
Address 338 E Main Street
City Johnson City
State TN
Zip 37601
Telephone Number 423-926-2151
Email Address rhodge@11connects.com
Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. During the past quarter WJHL's local newscasts: 11 CONNTECTS AT 5A, 11 CONNTECTS AT 530A, 11 CONNTECTS AT 6A, 11 CONNTECTS AT 12P, 11 CONNTECTS AT 5P, 11 CONNTECTS AT 530P, 11 CONNTECTS AT 6P, 11 CONNTECTS AT 7P, 11 CONNTECTS AT 11P, have many stories that contain educational and inforamtional material of value to children. WJHL has two multicast channels. METV began airing on August 1, 2011. WJHL no longer has an analog channel. The licensee's response to 7(b) therefore assumes that the station's current main program stream serves as the equivalent to the station's former analog channel. "After due review of internatl station records and documentation provided to us by program suppliers, the licensee herby certifies as follows: (i) the only progrms specifically designed for children 12 and under that the station broadcasts this quarter are disclosed in this report and (ii) the licensee fully complied with the FCC's commercial limits in children's programs, as specified at 47 C.F.R. Section 73.670, with respect to these programs."

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Other Matters (1 of 13) Response
Program Title ECO COMPANY
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 1130A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 8 years to 12 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ECO COMPANY explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. Each story and feature is reprted by teens and told from their prespective. Each week practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in thier daily lives are provided. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (2 of 13) Response
Program Title WEATHER FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 730A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (3 of 13) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 1030A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 3 years to 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (4 of 13) Response
Program Title MYSTERY HUNTERS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 11A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MYSTERY HUNTERS is a live action show that features two regular kids Araya and Christinia and a resident scientist, Doubting Dave. The children travel the globe to investigate the sites and to delve into the tales which have baffled people throughout the ages. In the lab Doubting Dave challenges viewers to send their own mysteries to him and then tackles the questions with experiments and logical explainations. Through critical observation, analytical thinking and scientific testings, the series encourages children to question the world around them. Through both the travel aspect and investigation of ancient myths and mystries allows the show to focus on history, culture, geography and international customs. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (5 of 13) Response
Program Title DANGER RANGERS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 7A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 4 years to 8 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Danger Rangers is an animated series focusing on rules for safety in various situations and providing children with clear cut safety information. The program features animal superheroes that work as a safety squad to protect children. They reinforce concepts of teamwork and preparedness, and model for children the acquisition of important health and safety information. The episodes are structured to present potential safety concerns, such as the need to take proper safety precautions when swimming, and use a song to introduce the relevant steps that should be taken. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (6 of 13) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 10A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 3 years to 6 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The Doodlebops is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (7 of 13) Response
Program Title HORSELAND
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 730A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 14
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 9 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. HORSELAND is an animated series about five girls and two boys who live in spectacular countryside that houses a farm called Horseland. Each of these main characters has a special horse whose personality is similar to its owner's. Horseland and its unique approach of integrating the personality of the main characters and animals serve to reinforce prosocial themes. Horseland is also a "coming of age" series in which viewers experience and learn from the social interactions, hopes, dreams, and even fears of this group of culturally diverse adolescents. From this background, the experiences of sharing, caring, compromise, friendship, respect, and competition emerge to provide the young viewers with social and emotional guidelines for better understanding many of the life-lessons they need to learn as they grow and develop. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (8 of 13) Response
Program Title WEATHER FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled FRI 8A, 830A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (9 of 13) Response
Program Title GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES (METV MULTICAST)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SAT 8-11A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 84
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 7 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES is METV network children's programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES are 6 half hour programs that sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES educational mission emphasizes the four "C"s as well as the three "R"s, Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (10 of 13) Response
Program Title WILD AMERICA
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUN 7A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WILD AMERICA introduces the excitement and adventure of the natural wonders to children everywhere. The viewer meet the ambassadors of the wild; animals that appeal to all audiences. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (11 of 13) Response
Program Title GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURS (METV MULTICAST)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SUN 8-11A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 78
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 7 years to 11 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES is METV network children's programming. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES are 6 half hour programs that sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. GREEN SCREEN ADVENTURES educational mission emphasizes the four "C"s as well as the three "R"s, Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (12 of 13) Response
Program Title WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled WED 10A, 1030A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.
Other Matters (13 of 13) Response
Program Title WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS (MULTICAST)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled TUE 9A, 930A
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 6 years to 10 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. WEATHER 101 FOR KIDS explains the various aspects of weather, including the meaning of many different and sometimes confusing words like dewpoint, humidity, temperature, wind speed, air pressure, etc.. Various meterologists explain how satellites and computers are used to develp a weather forecast and the importance so kids know what to do in case of a weather emergency like thunderstorms, lightening, tornados, hurricanes, flash floods, etc. (for example: during a flooding if the water is at an unknown depth or speed of the water is unknown then follow the simple motto..."turn around don't drown". This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules.

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The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay.

FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID

Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application.

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503).

I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments.
I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above.

Media General Communications Holdings, LLC


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