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

FRN:
0030884589
File Number:
0000027124
Submit Date:
07/10/2017
Call Sign:
WKOW
Facility ID:
64545
City:
MADISON
State:
WI
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
07/10/2017
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Second Quarter of 2017

General Information

Section Question Response
Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? No

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

WKOW LICENSE, LLC

Doing Business As: WKOW LICENSE, LLC

Bob Goessling

P.O. BOX 909

QUINCY, IL 62306

United States

+1 (217) 223-5100

bgoessling@wkow.com

Company

Contact Representatives (1)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Stephen Corporation Hartzell

Brooks, Pierce et al.

Corporation

150 Fayetteville Street

Suite 1700

Raleigh, NC 27601

United States

+1 (919) 839-0300

shartzell@brookspierce.com

Legal Representative

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network ABC,MeTV,Decades
Nielsen DMA Madison
Web Home Page Address www.wkow.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 3.96
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: 7.23
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 Bill Nye, The Science Guy (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 8:30AM-9:00AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
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. BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY BRINGS HIS LOVE OF SCIENCE TO KIDS OF ALL AGES AS HE TEACHES THEM THE BASICS OF ECOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, AND PHYSICS IN AN EASY TO UNDERSTAND YET ENTERTAINING MANNER.
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 Wildlife Docs (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:30AM-10:00AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. The Wildlife Docs will follow the surprising, exotic, and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that cares for over 2,000 animals. From nutrition to treatments, x-rays to surgery, preventative care to emergencies, this educational and information program will allow viewers to witness a kaleidoscope of wild experiences through the eyes of our Veterinary Team. Unpredictable events unfold giving viewers a glimpse of the enormity, variety, and quality of treatment that sets the standard for animal care!
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 Swap TV E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:30-11:00 AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. SWAP TV is a fun, fast-paced series where to kids swap lives for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend adventure. Youths from different backgrounds exchange life experiences and learn invaluable lessons about people, places and cultures
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 19) Response
Program Title Animal Rescue E/I (27.3)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:00-9:30 AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Animal Rescue" is a weekly half-hour television series showcasing the heroic efforts of people helping animals. "Animal Rescue" cameras travel around the world capturing these dramatic rescues.
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 Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:30AM-11:00AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. THIS IS A LIVE ACTION HALF HOUR TELEVISION PROGRAM DESIGNED TO MEET THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN. PRODUCED FOR AGES 13 TO 16 THIS EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PROGRAM IS HOSTED BY WILDLIFE EXPERT TIM FAULKNER. VIEWERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN EYE OPENING EXPERIENCE AS TIM, ANIMAL EXPERT AND WILDLIFE PARK OPERATIONS MANAGER, SHOWCASES THE BEAUTY AND WONDER OF THE NATURAL WORLD. AUDIENCES WILL BE BROUGHT CLOSER TO THE NATURAL WORLD AS TIM EXPLORES THE HABITATS AND ADVENTURES OF CREATURES OF ALL SIZES, INCLUDING A GIANT GALAPAGOS TORTOISE, A BABY WOMBAT, THE FLYING FOX, AND EVEN A NEWLY DISCOVERED SPECIES OF BIRDS.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (6 of 19) Response
Program Title Into the Outdoors (27.1)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 11:00AM-11:30AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 7 years to 14 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. What children's program takes kids all the way from standing tree to finished paper? What kids' show invites viewers to undertand not only the "you should do it" but the "why" behind energy conservation? What boy and girl oriented onscreen entertainment acutally enlightens just as much as it entertains? Into the Outdoors. Watching an episode of Into the Outdoors makes kids want to get up and go outside to explore, discover, understand and enjoy the natural world first hand. Part science lesson, part travelogue, part exploration of the ooeey, gooey and gross, Into the Outdoors has achieved its award winning success by serving up stories that captivate kids.
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 Beakman's World (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 7:30AM-8:00AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
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. BEAKMANS WORLD FEATURES AN ECCENTRIC SCIENTIST AND HIS COMPANIONS USE EXPERIMENTS, INTERVIEWS, AND ANIMATION IN RESPONSE TO VIEWER QUESTIONS, IN ORDER TO ILLUSTRATE VARIOUS SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS.
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 Sea Rescue (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:00AM-9:30AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. The half-hour weekly series, Sea Rescue, features the rescue, rehabilitation and - in many instances - release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Produced for ages 13-16, Sea Rescue offers educational and entertaining television by demonstrating the welfare and medical benefits that rescue and rehabilitation programs provide animals. Viewers will also learn that there's a reciprocal benefit: rescued animals provide valuable insight into their biology and ecology. This information adds to the pool of knowledge necessary to conserve threatened and endangered species. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the real-life stories of the featured animals and rescuers and with a fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet.
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 Jack Hannah's Wild Countdown (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:00AM-8:30AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Wildlife expert and animal ambassador, Jack Hannah, brings the viewer face-to-face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different 'top ten' each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten 'fastest animals in Africa,''tallest insects,' 'biggest eaters,' smartest birds'...Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hannah's Wild Countdown.
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 Rock the Park (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:00AM-10:30AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Rock the Park is a live action half hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith come face to face with nature and some of the most awe inspiring places on earth.
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 Missing: Cold Cases E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:00-11:30 AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Missing is a half-hour reality series featuring actual cases of missing individuals, both adult and juvenile, from across the United States. The program includes tips and information to keep children safe.
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 Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:30AM-9:00AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin is hosted by Emmy award winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half-hour series, audiences embark on an epic journey, sailing aboard cruise ships to discover thrilling adventure experiences in remarkable port destinations. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he immerses audiences in its natural wonders. From mountain climbs to deep sea dives, helicopter rides and glacier treks, audiences join Jeff for the adventure of a lifetime, inspiring the explorer in all of us.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (13 of 19) Response
Program Title Animal Rescue E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:30-10:00 AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Animal Rescue" is a weekly half-hour television series showcasing the heroic efforts of people helping animals. "Animal Rescue" cameras travel around the world capturing these dramatic rescues. .
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 Saved By the Bell (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 9 am, 9:30 am, 10 am, 10:30 am
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 52
Total times aired 52
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. "Saved By The Bell" is a weekly television series targeted to teens 13-16 years of age, which explores social themes and coping strategies through the daily school life of six teen-aged friends at Bayside High who help each other make the most of growing up in a complicated world. The multi-ethnic cast members serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as dealing with the death of a loved one, the right to say "no," the meaning of heroism, teenage alcohol use and other issues of particular concern to young teens.
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 Beakman's World (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 7:00AM-7:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
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. BEAKMANS WORLD FEATURES AN ECCENTRIC SCIENTIST AND HIS COMPANIONS USE EXPERIMENTS, INTERVIEWS, AND ANIMATION IN RESPONSE TO VIEWER QUESTIONS, IN ORDER TO ILLUSTRATE VARIOUS SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS.
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 Jack Hannah Into the Wild (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 11:30AM-12:00PM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 12
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 1
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 1
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. This series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, taking the viewer to his favorite destinations and introducing them to new and amazing creatures each week. Throughout Jack's travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animals facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide.
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 Jack Hanna's Into the Wild
List date and time rescheduled 04/01/2017 11:00 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2017-04-02
Episode #
Reason for Preemption Sports
Digital Core Program (17 of 19) Response
Program Title Bill Nye, The Science Guy (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 8:00AM-8:30AM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
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. BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY BRINGS HIS LOVE OF SCIENCE TO KIDS OF ALL AGES AS HE TEACHES THEM THE BASICS OF ECOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, AND PHYSICS IN AN EASY TO UNDERSTAND YET ENTERTAINING MANNER.
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 Missing: Cold Cases E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:30-12:00 PM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. Missing is a half-hour reality series featuring actual cases of missing individuals, both adult and juvenile, from across the United States. The program includes tips and information to keep children safe.
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 Swap TV E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:00-10:30 AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 0
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 0
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 0
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. SWAP TV is a fun, fast-paced series where to kids swap lives for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend adventure. Youths from different backgrounds exchange life experiences and learn invaluable lessons about people, places and cultures
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2)

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Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 2) Response
Program Title Mystery Hunters (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: Sundays 6:00AM-6:30AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 13
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. TWO INTREPID YOUNG REPORTERS, WITH THE HELP OF A SKEPTICAL MAGICIAN AND SCIENTIST, EXPLORE SOME OFTHE WORLDS GREATEST MYSTERIES AND MYTHS. COMBINING ONSITE REPORTING AND EXCITING ADVENTURES. MYSTERY HUNTERS USE SCIENCE AND REASONING TO TRY TO UNCOVER THE TRUTH.
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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Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2 of 2) Response
Program Title Mystery Hunters (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: Sundays 6:30AM-7:00AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 13
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. TWO INTREPID YOUNG REPORTERS, WITH THE HELP OF A SKEPTICAL MAGICIAN AND SCIENTIST, EXPLORE SOME OFTHE WORLDS GREATEST MYSTERIES AND MYTHS. COMBINING ONSITE REPORTING AND EXCITING ADVENTURES. MYSTERY HUNTERS USE SCIENCE AND REASONING TO TRY TO UNCOVER THE TRUTH.
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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Sponsored Core Programming (0)

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Liaison Contact

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Question Response
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 Bob Goessling
Address 5727 Tokay Blvd
City Madison
State WI
Zip 53719
Telephone Number (608) 661-2770
Email Address bgoessling@wkow.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. APRIL - JEFFERSON AWARDS GALA SPONSORED BY WKOW APRIL 13 EACH MONTH THROUGHOUT THE YEAR WKOW AWARDS TWELVE PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY FOR THE GREAT THINGS THEY DO IN VOLUNTEERISM. AT OUR JEFFERSON AWARDS GALA, WE AWARD THOSE TWELVE PEOPLE WITH A MEDALLION AND CHOOSE ONE PERSON TO REPRESENT WKOW AT THE NATIONAL JEFFERSON AWARDS IN WASHINGTON, DC. OUR VOLUNTEERS ALL DO A WIDE RANGE OF THINGS FROM STARTING A FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR CANCER RESEARCH ON BEHALF OF THEIR DAUGHTER TO OFFERING FREE HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS TO THOSE IN NEED TO READING AT SCHOOLS TO YOUNG CHILDREN. MAY - MADISON MALLARDS SPONSORED BY WKOW - WKOW SPONSORS ALL MALLARDS BOBBLEHEAD NIGHTS THROUGH THE SUMMER MAY-AUGUST. BE AMONG THE FIRST 1000 PEOPLE THROUGH THE GATES AND RECEIVE A SPECIAL BOBBLEHEAD FROM THE MADISON MALLARDS AND WKOW. UNITED WAY COMMUNITY AWARD VOLUNTEERS SPONSORED BY WKOW MAY 2 - THE COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER AWARDS IS THE LARGEST RECOGNITION RECEPTION IN DANE COUNTY RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEERS THAT MAKE AN IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY. UNITED WAY VOLUNTEERS, YOUNG AND OLD, ARE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR ACHIEVEMENTS. LYONS EYE BANK DONOR REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY SPONSORED BY WKOW MAY 7 - WKOW NEWS ANCHOR EMCEED A TRIBUTE TO PEOPLE WHO DONATED EYE TISSUE. MANY DONOR FAMILIES AND RECIPIENTS NEVER GET TO MEET SO THIS EVENT BRINGS THEM TOGETHER. LION EYE BANK BENEFITS PEOPLE OF ALL AGES. ALY'S HONKY TONK HUSTLE SPONSORED BY WKOW MAY 20 - WKOW SPONSORS THIS EVENT IN HONOR OF ALY WHO DIED AT A YOUNG AGE OF A RARE FORM OF CANCER. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN CARBONE CANCER CENTER. SYTTENDE MAI PARADE MAY 21 - WKOW PARTICIPATED IN THE SYTTENDE MAI STOUGHTON, WISCONSIN PARADE. ANCHORS AND REPORTERS HANDED OUT CANDY TO THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE TO HELP CELEBRATE STOUGHTONS NORWEGIAN CULTURE. MADISON CHILDREN'S MUSEUM GOLF OUTING MAY 22 - WKOW PARTICIPATED IN THIS GOLF OUTING AND PROMOTED THE EVENT ALL IN SUPPORT OF THE MADISON CHILDRENS MUSEUM. MONONA MEMORIAL DAY PARADE MAY 29 - WKOW PARTICIPATED IN THE MONONA MEMORIAL DAY PARADE. ANCHORS AND REPORTERS HANDED OUT CANDY TO THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE. JUNE - FIESTA ITALIA JUNE 3 - CELEBRATION OF THE ITALIAN CULTURE WITH FOOD, MUSIC, PASTA EATING CONTEST, DANCERS AND MORE. WKOW ANCHORS JUDGED THE PASTA EATING CONTEST. WALK WHEEL AND WAGS JUNE 10 - WKOW SPONSORS WALK AND WHEEL EVENT TO BENEFIT WAGS. FROM THE SELECTION OF PUPPIES TO CLIENT TRAINING AND FOLLOW UP, WAGS' MISSION IS TO PROMOTE FUNCTIONAL INDEPENDENCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES. SALVATION ARMY TIN CUP LUNCH JUNE 21 - THIS SPECIAL FUNDRAISING EVENT FEATURES STORIES OF SOME OF THE INDIVIDUALS WE'VE BEEN ABLE TO SERVE BECAUSE OF YOUR GENEROSITY. JOIN US TO HEAR ABOUT THEIR JOURNEY OF COURAGE AND HOPE AND THE ROLE THE SALVATION ARMY PLAYED IN HELPING THEM ALONG THEIR WAY. THIS LUNCHEON WILL TOUCH YOUR HEART, INSPIRE YOU TO TAKE ACTION AND RENEW YOUR FAITH IN THE ONGOING BENEFITS OF HELPING OTHERS. PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL SUPPORT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OF THE SALVATION ARMY OF DANE COUNTY. SHAKE THE LAKE SPONSORED BY WKOW JUNE 24 - CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT SHAKE THE LAKE, THE MIDWEST'S LARGEST FIREWORKS DISPLAY. OVER 95,000 PEOPLE ATTEND. ENJOY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT, SKI SHOW, MUSIC STAGE, HUMAN CANNONBALL, ROLLER DERBY, FOOD AND DRINK AND OF COURSE FIREWORKS. SHAKE THE LAKE, A DAY FILLED WITH FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY.

Other Matters (22)

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Other Matters (1 of 22) Response
Program Title Saved By The Bell (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 9:00AM- 9:30AM CT
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. School's in session and the kids of Bayside High are back in class on MeTV! Saved by the Bell is the 1989-1993 teen classic that follows the exploits of Zack (the cool trouble maker), Kelly (the All-Americn girl), Slater (the kindhearted jock), Jessie (the brain), Screech (the nerd), Lisa (the fashionable one) and Principal Belding. Revered by a generation, it's a good-time get-together that isn't afraid to tackle the occasional serious and teen-relevant subject.
Other Matters (2 of 22) Response
Program Title Bill Nye, The Science Guy (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 8:30AM-9:00AM
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. BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY BRINGS HIS LOVE OF SCIENCE TO KIDS OF ALL AGES AS HE TEACHES THEM THE BASICS OF ECOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, AND PHYSICS IN AN EASY TO UNDERSTAND YET ENTERTAINING MANNER.
Other Matters (3 of 22) Response
Program Title The Wildlife Docs (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:30AM-10:00AM CT
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. The Wildlife Docs will follow the surprising, exotic, and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that cares for over 2,000 animals. From nutrition to treatments, x-rays to surgery, preventative care to emergencies, this educational and information program will allow viewers to witness a kaleidoscope of wild experiences through the eyes of our Veterinary Team. Unpredictable events unfold giving viewers a glimpse of the enormity, variety, and quality of treatment that sets the standard for animal care!
Other Matters (4 of 22) Response
Program Title Missing: Cold Cases E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:30-12:00 AM CT
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. Missing is a half-hour reality series featuring actual cases of missing individuals, both adult and juvenile, from across the United States. The program includes tips and information to keep children safe.
Other Matters (5 of 22) Response
Program Title Jack Hannah Into the Wild (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 11:30AM-12:00 PM CT
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. This series is based around Jack traveling the world with his friends and family, taking the viewer to his favorite destinations and introducing them to new and amazing creatures each week. Throughout Jack's travels he raises awareness of different cultures, geography and spectacular animals and animals facts, while teaching children the importance of stewardship of our environment through his documented donations to conservation efforts worldwide.
Other Matters (6 of 22) Response
Program Title Animal Rescue E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:00-9:30 AM CT
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. Animal Rescue" is a weekly half-hour television series showcasing the heroic efforts of people helping animals. "Animal Rescue" cameras travel around the world capturing these dramatic rescues.
Other Matters (7 of 22) Response
Program Title Swap TV E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:30-11:00 AM CT
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. SWAP TV is a fun, fast-paced series where to kids swap lives for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend adventure. Youths from different backgrounds exchange life experiences and learn invaluable lessons about people, places and cultures
Other Matters (8 of 22) Response
Program Title Jack Hannah's Wild Countdown (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:00AM-8:30AM CT
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. Wildlife expert and animal ambassador, Jack Hannah, brings the viewer face-to-face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different 'top ten' each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten 'fastest animals in Africa,' 'tallest insects,' 'biggest eaters,' smartest birds'...Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hannah's Wild Countdown.
Other Matters (9 of 22) Response
Program Title Swap TV E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 10:00-10:30 AM CT
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. SWAP TV is a fun, fast-paced series where to kids swap lives for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend adventure. Youths from different backgrounds exchange life experiences and learn invaluable lessons about people, places and cultures
Other Matters (10 of 22) Response
Program Title Bill Nye, The Science Guy (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 8:00AM-8:30AM
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. BILL NYE THE SCIENCE GUY BRINGS HIS LOVE OF SCIENCE TO KIDS OF ALL AGES AS HE TEACHES THEM THE BASICS OF ECOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, AND PHYSICS IN AN EASY TO UNDERSTAND YET ENTERTAINING MANNER.
Other Matters (11 of 22) Response
Program Title Missing: Cold Cases E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 11:00-11:30 AM CT
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. Missing is a half-hour reality series featuring actual cases of missing individuals, both adult and juvenile, from across the United States. The program includes tips and information to keep children safe.
Other Matters (12 of 22) Response
Program Title Sea Rescue (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:00AM-9:30AM CT
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. The half-hour weekly series, Sea Rescue, features the rescue, rehabilitation and - in many instances - release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Produced for ages 13-16, Sea Rescue offers educational and entertaining television by demonstrating the welfare and medical benefits that rescue and rehabilitation programs provide animals. Viewers will also learn that there's a reciprocal benefit: rescued animals provide valuable insight into their biology and ecology. This information adds to the pool of knowledge necessary to conserve threatened and endangered species. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the real-life stories of the featured animals and rescuers and with a fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet.
Other Matters (13 of 22) Response
Program Title Animal Rescue E/I 27.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturday 9:30-10:00 AM CT
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. Animal Rescue" is a weekly half-hour television series showcasing the heroic efforts of people helping animals. "Animal Rescue" cameras travel around the world capturing these dramatic rescues.
Other Matters (14 of 22) Response
Program Title Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:30AM-9:00AM CT
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. Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin is hosted by Emmy award winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half-hour series, audiences embark on an epic journey, sailing aboard cruise ships to discover thrilling adventure experiences in remarkable port destinations. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he immerses audiences in its natural wonders. From mountain climbs to deep sea dives, helicopter rides and glacier treks, audiences join Jeff for the adventure of a lifetime, inspiring the explorer in all of us.
Other Matters (15 of 22) Response
Program Title Saved By The Bell (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 9:30AM-10:00AM CT
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. School's in session and the kids of Bayside High are back in class on MeTV! Saved by the Bell is the 1989-1993 teen classic that follows the exploits of Zack (the cool trouble maker), Kelly (the All-Americn girl), Slater (the kindhearted jock), Jessie (the brain), Screech (the nerd), Lisa (the fashionable one) and Principal Belding. Revered by a generation, it's a good-time get-together that isn't afraid to tackle the occasional serious and teen-relevant subject.
Other Matters (16 of 22) Response
Program Title Saved By The Bell (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 10:30AM-11:00AM CT
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. School's in session and the kids of Bayside High are back in class on MeTV! Saved by the Bell is the 1989-1993 teen classic that follows the exploits of Zack (the cool trouble maker), Kelly (the All-Americn girl), Slater (the kindhearted jock), Jessie (the brain), Screech (the nerd), Lisa (the fashionable one) and Principal Belding. Revered by a generation, it's a good-time get-together that isn't afraid to tackle the occasional serious and teen-relevant subject.
Other Matters (17 of 22) Response
Program Title Saved By The Bell (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 10:00AM-10:30AM CT
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. School's in session and the kids of Bayside High are back in class on MeTV! Saved by the Bell is the 1989-1993 teen classic that follows the exploits of Zack (the cool trouble maker), Kelly (the All-Americn girl), Slater (the kindhearted jock), Jessie (the brain), Screech (the nerd), Lisa (the fashionable one) and Principal Belding. Revered by a generation, it's a good-time get-together that isn't afraid to tackle the occasional serious and teen-relevant subject.
Other Matters (18 of 22) Response
Program Title Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:30AM-11:00AM CT
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. THIS IS A LIVE ACTION HALF HOUR TELEVISION PROGRAM DESIGNED TO MEET THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN. PRODUCED FOR AGES 13 TO 16 THIS EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PROGRAM IS HOSTED BY WILDLIFE EXPERT TIM FAULKNER. VIEWERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN EYE OPENING EXPERIENCE AS TIM, ANIMAL EXPERT AND WILDLIFE PARK OPERATIONS MANAGER, SHOWCASES THE BEAUTY AND WONDER OF THE NATURAL WORLD. AUDIENCES WILL BE BROUGHT CLOSER TO THE NATURAL WORLD AS TIM EXPLORES THE HABITATS AND ADVENTURES OF CREATURES OF ALL SIZES, INCLUDING A GIANT GALAPAGOS TORTOISE, A BABY WOMBAT, THE FLYING FOX, AND EVEN A NEWLY DISCOVERED SPECIES OF BIRDS.
Other Matters (19 of 22) Response
Program Title Beakman's World (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 7:30AM-8:00AM
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. BEAKMANS WORLD FEATURES AN ECCENTRIC SCIENTIST AND HIS COMPANIONS USE EXPERIMENTS, INTERVIEWS, AND ANIMATION IN RESPONSE TO VIEWER QUESTIONS, IN ORDER TO ILLUSTRATE VARIOUS SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS.
Other Matters (20 of 22) Response
Program Title Rock the Park (27.1)
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:00AM-10:30AM CT
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. This is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Hosts Jack Steward and Colton Smith come face to face with nature and some of the most awe inspiring places on earth.
Other Matters (21 of 22) Response
Program Title Beakman's World (27.2)
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sunday 7:00AM-7:30AM
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. BEAKMANS WORLD FEATURES AN ECCENTRIC SCIENTIST AND HIS COMPANIONS USE EXPERIMENTS, INTERVIEWS, AND ANIMATION IN RESPONSE TO VIEWER QUESTIONS, IN ORDER TO ILLUSTRATE VARIOUS SCIENTIFIC CONCEPTS.
Other Matters (22 of 22) Response
Program Title Into the Outdoors (27.1)
Origination Local
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 11:00AM-11:30AM CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 7 years to 14 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. What children's program takes kids all the way from standing tree to finished paper? What kids' show invites viewers to undertand not only the "you should do it" but the "why" behind energy conservation? What boy and girl oriented onscreen entertainment acutally enlightens just as much as it entertains? Into the Outdoors. Watching an episode of Into the Outdoors makes kids want to get up and go outside to explore, discover, understand and enjoy the natural world first hand. Part science lesson, part travelogue, part exploration of the ooeey, gooey and gross, Into the Outdoors has achieved its award winning success by serving up stories that captivate kids.

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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.

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

Robert Goessling

Director of Programming & Operations WKOW


07/10/2017

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