| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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NEXSTAR BROADCASTING, INC. Doing Business As: NEXSTAR BROADCASTING, INC. |
Elizabeth Ryder 545 E. JOHN CARPENTER FREEWAY SUITE 700 IRVING, TX 75062 United States |
+1 (972) 373-8800 |
eryder@nexstar.tv |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Elizabeth Ryder General Counsel Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. |
545 E John Carpenter Freeway Suite 700 Irving, TX 75062 United States |
+1 (972) 373-8800 |
eryder@nexstar.tv |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | NBC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Washington DC (Hagrstwn) | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.localwdvm.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| 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: | 6.0 |
| 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 Program (1 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 The Brady Barr Experience |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11AM 4/1-6/24/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | In this action-packed series viewers will go behind the scenes with Dr. Brady Barr for a captivating ride through the world of wildlife and animal conservation. As a seasoned herpetologist, Dr. Brady Barr has traveled to five continents, worked with hundreds of scientists and has gotten up close and personal with some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 Missing |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday @ 10AM and 12:30PM 4/1-6/24/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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 profiles the cases of missing children and adults and offers internet safety tips and an instructional message from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 Better Planet |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30AM and 11AM 4/1-6/24/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | Better Planet explores he importance of learning about our environment and ways to improve the quality of life for everyone in the world. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 Rock the Park |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 12:30AM 4/1-6/24/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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 athe Park taps into Americas love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face t face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 Wild Wonders |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday at 12PM 4/1-6/24/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | Wild Wonders is a weekly half-hour reality series allowing teen viewers to become familiar with various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on various critters and examines their differences. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 11AM & 11:30AM 4/2/17-6/25/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award-winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planets most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens - with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age-appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced o the viewing audience with in-depth and thoughtful explanations. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10AM & 10:30AM 4/1-6/25/17 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown brings the viewer face to face with the best of the beasts. Presented in countdown style, Jack hanna offers up a different top ten each week in a variety of categories. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 Walking Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday at 11:30AM 4/1-6/24/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | Walking Wild is a weekly half-hour reality series showcasing various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on the dedicated people who look after these spectacular critters. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wonderful World |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday at 10AM and 10:30AM 4/2-6/25/17 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | Wonderful World educates and entertains the entire family. Young adults learn about the various animals that inhabit the earth by going right into the natural habitats of polar bears, exotic monkeys, penguins, bald eagles, grizzly bears and other wildlife. The series travels the globe to learn about different species and how they survive from deserts and rainforests to oceans. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ECO Company Teens |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 9AM & 9:30AM 4/2-6/25/17 |
| 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. | Eco Company Teens explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. Viewers leran about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling conservation and organics. The E-team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 Sea Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:30Am & 12PM 4/1-6/24/176 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| 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. | Sea Rescue features the rescue, rehabilitation and, in many instances, release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the reallife stories of the feature 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 |
| 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 | Diane Biser |
| Address | 13 E. Washington Street |
| City | Hagerstown |
| State | MD |
| Zip | 21740 |
| Telephone Number | (301) 797-4400 |
| Email Address | dbiser@wdvm.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 quarter there were 21 news stories appropriate for children that aired on either the 5PM or 6PM newscast. The content of the stories ranged from: Second graders stuck their hand in the ground as they planted trees through their school grounds with volunteers from the Cacapon Institute...North Middle Schools Relay for Life combined fun and fundraiser to find a cure for cancer...Students at Boonsboro Elementary School got the opportunity to experience a new way of fitness called the Drums Alive program. Kids Cast - Every Wednesday during our 5PM newscast weather segment, a third through fifth grade school student gives our weather forecast. Children draw a picture of " weather events" and submits it to our local kids cast sponsors. Each week, a picture is chosen and the child that drew that picture sits on our live news set and delivers the weather for the School Bus forecast. The child arrives early, and in addition to learning about the weather, they get to see how a live newscast works "behind the scenes." During the Month of April there were 61 30-second promos that aired for the Play of the Week. Each week, a different male or female athlete is chosen as our Play of the Week. During the month of May 61 30-second promos were aired. And during the month of June 61 30-second promos aired promoting Play of the Week. On April 14 a group from Shine Home School toured the station. They watched the noon news. toured the news room, studio and control room and weather center. On April 18 a group from Hagerstown Community College Digital class toured the station. They toured the news room, studio, control room and weather center. On April 25 a group from Hood College toured the station. They toured the news room, studio, control room and weather center. On April 28, Cub Scout Pack 8 from St. Mary's Hagerstown toured the station. They toured the news room, studio, control room and weather center. . |
| Other Matters (1 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 Sea Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:30AM & 12PM 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Sea Rescue, features the rescue, rehabilitation and in many instances, release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the real-life stories of the feature animals and rescuers and with a fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet. |
| Other Matters (2 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2Walking Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:30Am 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Walking Wild is a weekly half-hour reality series showcasing various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on the dedicated people who look after these spectacular critters. |
| Other Matters (3 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ECO Company Teans |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays at 9AM & 9:30AM 7/2-9/24/17 |
| 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. | Eco Company Teens explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. Viewers learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas, and new products for a sustainable future. |
| Other Matters (4 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 Rock the Park |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 12:30PM 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Rock the Park taps into Americas love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. |
| Other Matters (5 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 The Brady Barr Experience |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11AM 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | The Brady Barr Experience geos behind the sense with Dr. Brady Barr for a captivating ride through the world of wildlife and animal conservation. As a seasoned herpetologist, Dr. Brady Barr has traveled to five continents, worked with hundreds of scientists and has gotten up close and personal with some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. |
| Other Matters (6 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 Wild Wonders |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 12PM 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Wild Wonders is a weekly half-hour reality series allowing teen viewers to become familiar with various wild animals at the world famous San Diego Zoo. The series focuses on various critters and examines their differences. |
| Other Matters (7 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 11AM & 11:30AM 7/2-9/24/17 |
| 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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation Emmy awared winning host and wildlife expert Hohn Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers fact to face with some of the planet's most intereesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic televison experience for teens - with exdciting ex perience of exploring the facinationg world of wildlike and the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age-appropriate global wikdlife and ecollgy issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in-depth and thoughful explanations. |
| Other Matters (8 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 - Missing |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 10Am and 12:30PM 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Missing profiles the cases of missing children and adults and offers internet safety tips and an instructional message from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. |
| Other Matters (9 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D3 Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10Am & 10:30AM 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown brings the viewer face to face with the best of the beasts. Presented in countdown style, Jack Hanna offers up a different top ten each week in a variety of categories. |
| Other Matters (10 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | D2 Better Planet |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30AM & 11Am 7/1-9/30/17 |
| 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. | Better Planet explores the importance of learning about our environment and ways to improve the quality of life for everyone in the world. |
| Other Matters (11 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Worderful World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday @ 10 & 10:30AM 7/2-9/24/17 |
| 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. | Wonderful World educates and entertains the entire family. Young children learn about the various animals that inhabit the earth by going right into the natural habitats of polar bears, exotic monkeys, penguins, bald eagles, grizzly bears, and other wildlife. The series travels the globe to learn about different species and how they survive-from deserts and rainforests to oceans. |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
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). |
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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. |
Diane Biser Sales Assistant 07/07/2017 |
