| 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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WYFF HEARST TELEVISION INC. Doing Business As: WYFF HEARST TELEVISION INC. |
P.O. BOX 1800 RALEIGH, NC 27602 United States |
+1 (919) 839-0300 |
mprak@brookspierce.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Mark J Prak BROOKS, PIERCE, ET AL. |
150 Fayetteville Street Suite 1700 Raleigh, NC 27601 United States |
+1 (919) 839-0300 |
MPRAK@BROOKSPIERCE.COM |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | NBC and Movies Network | |
| Nielsen DMA | Greenvll-Spart-Ashevll-And | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.wyff4.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.73 |
| 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 | 168.0 |
| 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: | 3.23 |
| 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 Program (1 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Give |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12pm-1230pm, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 12 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 2 |
| 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. | Give introduces viewers to the world of philanthropy through the stories of small charities making a big impact. The series features NBC News correspondent and the founder of UNICEF's Next Generation Jenna Bush Hager, esteemed actor Blair Underwood, and passionate celebrity philanthropists from film, television, music, sports, and business who are on a mission to inspire others to do good. In each episode, one of these celebrity ambassadors will visit two charities that use innovation, best practices, and dedication for change in their communities and the world. With the help of some of the country's top foundations, we'll meet these inspiring individuals to see how they do it through the eyes of our celebrity ambassadors. This program airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Give |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/29/2017 09:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-07-29 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Give |
| List date and time rescheduled | 08/05/2017 09:00 AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-08-05 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Naturally, Danny Seo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1130am-12pm, 7/1, 7/15, 7/29, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| 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. | Naturally, Danny Seo is an educational series for young people and their families seeking a healthier lifestyle by learning the science behind eating well and exercising your mind and body while caring for our planet. Host Danny Seo is America's leading authority on eco-friendly living. Danny has devoted his career to the idea that caring for the environment can go hand-in-hand with enjoying time with family and friends and sharing a delicious and healthy meals while creating a healthy and environmentally friendly home. This program airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kids News |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 1130am-12pm, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/30, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 2 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 2 |
| 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 mission of Teen Kids News is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is compelling as well as highly entertaining. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal to kids who identify with and emulate them. This program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in its viewers' lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. This is a unique way of doing business in the crowded world of television news. There is no current news programming that features actual kids reporting to other kids on television. There have been shows by adults working with kids but none that a young audience can literally identify with. Teen Kids News is filling that void and has captured the imagination of America, becoming the first program in history targeting the next generation of news viewers. Program is broadcast on the main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 12pm-1230pm, 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/24 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| 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 Exploration with Jarod Miller is a half-hour live action program. In every episode, Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective. Jarod travels to zoos and aquariums to explore animals that fit a particular theme, whether it's the need for speed or animal heroes, each episode always has something amazing happening. Filled with energy, youth, and humor, Jarod inspires viewers to preserve the innate human instinct to explore. This show airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Heart of a Champion |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 930am-10am, 7/15, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 6 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 5 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 3 |
| 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. | Heart of a Champion with Lauren Thompson features the powerful and inspiring stories of successful athletes who exemplify what it really means to be a champion. Heart of a Champion with Lauren Thompson introduces audiences to professional and amateur athletes who have overcome obstacles to ultimately achieve transcendent moments in the world of sports. The program proves that a champion is not only defined by their speed, strength and agility, but also by their grit, resiliency and heart. This show airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Heart of a Champion |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/01/2017 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-07-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Heart of a Champion |
| List date and time rescheduled | 09/02/2017 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-09-02 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Heart of a Champion |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2017 12:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-07-08 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1130am - 12pm, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13-to-16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10am-1030am, 7/1, 7/15, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 3 |
| 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 Voyager with Josh Garcia takes viewers on an exciting and immersive journey around the globe with world traveler and host Josh Garcia. Each episode provides audiences access to the world's most incredible destinations as Josh seeks out the truly authentic experiences one can find when guided by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Each week, Josh brings viewers on an enthralling voyage exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking. This program airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wilderness Vet |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 1030am-11am, 7/1, 7/15, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 3 |
| 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. | Wilderness Vet, hosted by renowned veterinarian Dr. Michelle Oakley, features compelling stories from one of the most rugged areas on the planet, the Yukon. Dr. Oakley travels to homes, farms, and wildlife preserves across the Yukon to help animals in need. Wilderness Vet will bring viewers closer than ever before to wild animals in their native habitats by showcasing the hard work and dedication involved in their rehabilitation. This program airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Wilderness Vet |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2017 01:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-07-08 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Winning Edge |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11am - 1130am, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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 program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13-to-16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | "Special Edition" Teen Kids News |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9/2 at 1pm, Sundays at 1230pm, 7/2, 7/9, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| Total times aired | 8 |
| 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 mission of Teen Kids News is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is compelling as well as highly entertaining. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal to kids who identify with and emulate them. This program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in its viewers' lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. This is a unique way of doing business in the crowded world of television news. There is no current news programming that features actual kids reporting to other kids on television. There have been shows by adults working with kids but none that a young audience can literally identify with. Teen Kids News is filling that void and has captured the imagination of America, becoming the first program in history targeting the next generation of news viewers. Program is broadcast on the main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12pm - 1230pm 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 , |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition provides adolescent boys and girls in the 13-to-16-year-old age group an opportunity to explore and learn about the technical, artistic, creative, business, and administrative careers that are a part of the motion picture, television, music video, and home entertainment industries, as well as to learn about some of the skills, personal attributes, techniques, and strategies needed to enter these fields. Program is broadcast on the secondary digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales Classics |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1030am - 11am, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Dog Tales Classics is a weekly series that showcases all aspects of the canine world. It offers useful information including proper care, safety, health, and training for all kinds of dogs. The program also emphasizes responsible pet ownership and compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values in an entertaining and informative way. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1230pm - 1pm, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition provides adolescent boys and girls in the 13-to-16-year-old age group an opportunity to explore and learn about the technical, artistic, creative, business, and administrative careers that are a part of the motion picture, television, music video, and home entertainment industries, as well as to learn about some of the skills, personal attributes, techniques, and strategies needed to enter these fields. Program is broadcast on the secondary digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales Classics |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 10am - 1030am, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Total times aired | 14 |
| 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. | Dog Tales Classics is a weekly series that showcases all aspects of the canine world. It offers useful information including proper care, safety, health, and training for all kinds of dogs. The program also emphasizes responsible pet ownership and compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values in an entertaining and informative way. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Journey with Dylan Dreyer |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11am-1130am, 7/1, 7/15, 7/29, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 4 |
| 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. | Journey with Dylan Dreyer, led by NBC News meteorologist and Today Contributor Dylan Dreyer, is a wondrous celebration of nature. Breathtaking cinematography will bring viewers up-close and personal with animals, from the black bears of Montana to polar bears in the Arctic. The audience will have a unique platform to see animals in their natural habitat, including exploring the extraordinary migration of 1.5 million animals traveling over 500 hundred miles across the Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya. Journey with Dylan Dreyer will tell us why. This program airs on our main digital channel. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Journey with Dylan Dreyer |
| List date and time rescheduled | 07/08/2017 01:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-07-08 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| 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 | John Humphries |
| Address | 505 Rutherford Street |
| City | Greenville |
| State | SC |
| Zip | 29609 |
| Telephone Number | (864) 242-4404 |
| Email Address | jhumphries@hearst.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. | On Saturday August 26th, NBC Today Show's Special Report for breaking news coverage of Hurricane Harvey preempted Heart of a Champion at 930am, Voyager with Josh Garcia at 10am, and Wilderness Vet at 1030am. On Saturday September 9th, our local WYFF 4 cut-ins interrupted Voyager with Josh Garcia, Journey with Dylan Dreyer, and Give for 3 minutes at the start of each of these programs in order to update viewers about Hurricane Irma. On Sunday September 10th, our local Special Edition News 4 Newscast about Hurricane Irma preempted an episode of Animal Exploration at 1pm. Due to the amount of network sports programming that preempted children's core hours in Q3, we aired additional core hours. During 3rd quarter 2017, this station aired 8 additional episodes of the regularly scheduled core children's program "Teen Kids News." These "special editions" were intended to increase audience awareness of the program and to further educate and inform the teen audience about significant news events. The importance of engaging teen viewers in news-of-the-day -- which is a principal goal of the station's airing of these additional episodes -- cannot be overstated. In short, these airings were designed to update the teen audience about recent events and reports, some of which they had missed due to network sports coverage. We also aired 9 episodes of Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller. This program educates viewers about exotic, as well as, domestic animals from Jarod's unique perspective. These additional core episodes for both programs were promoted via on-air crawls, and the television listing services were notified in advance of their scheduling. WYFF 4 supports our children's programming efforts through community service outreach and non-broadcast efforts that serve the educational and informational needs of children. Information supporting our community outreach/non-broadcast efforts is maintained with this report in our Children's Public File. Efforts for 3rd quarter included our annual United Way campaign where station employees raised over $33,000 for the United Way effort, 4 Hurricane Relief where our telethon raised a total of $139,000 dollars in 13 hours, The Golden Apple Awards to honor local teachers and a Teacher of the Year, and Coaches for Character, a program that features well-known coaches and players who have an impact on young peoples lives. WYFF 4 actively participates in an Internship Program with area university students. Logan Brown, a student at North Greenville University, was an intern in our News Department, and Mike Jakucionis was an intern in our Sports Department. Mike is a student at Furman University. WYFF 4 actively participates in community outreach. Here is a partial list of examples: 9/13/17, Michael Cogdill, News 4 Primary Anchor, was the speaker at the Men Who Care Luncheon, Renaissance Hotel, Asheville, NC; 9/21/17, Nigel Robertson, News Anchor/Reporter, was the Awards Presenter at the Minority Enterprise Development dinner, TD Convention Center, Greenville, SC; 9/22/17, Geoff Hart, Morning News Anchor/Reporter, was the Master of Ceremonies at the Clemson Hall of Fame, Clemson University, Pickens, SC; 9/1517, Ally Powell, News Morning Anchor, was a participant for a Fund Raiser at Greenville Middle Academy, Greenville, SC; 7/11/17, Dale Gilbert, Meteorologist, gave a Weather Talk at the Roper Mountain Science Center, Greenville, SC; 7/2717, John Cessarich, Chief Meteorologist, was the speaker The Belton Area Museum Association, Weather Camp, in Anderson, South Carolina; 8/19/17, Aubrey Jackson, Reporter, was a participant in SHE Greenville at the TD Convention Center, Greenville, SC; 8/24/17, John Humphries, President & General Manager, was a Participant in The United Way Board meeting, at the UW Office, Greenville, SC. One or more episodes of children's programming that was preempted during the quarter was not rescheduled. The Digital Core Programming Summary section of this report would not permit the station to include preemption reports for such unrescheduled preemptions, and FCC Staff has advised that no preemption report for such unrescheduled episodes is necessary. |
| Other Matters (1 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Journey with Dylan Dreyer |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11am-1130am |
| 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. | Journey with Dylan Dreyer, led by NBC News meteorologist and Today Contributor Dylan Dreyer, is a wondrous celebration of nature. Breathtaking cinematography will bring viewers up-close and personal with animals, from the black bears of Montana to polar bears in the Arctic. The audience will have a unique platform to see animals in their natural habitat, including exploring the extraordinary migration of 1.5 million animals traveling over 500 hundred miles across the Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya. Journey with Dylan Dreyer will tell us why. This program will air on our main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (2 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wilderness Vet |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 1030am-11am |
| 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. | Wilderness Vet, hosted by renowned veterinarian Dr. Michelle Oakley, features compelling stories from one of the most rugged areas on the planet, the Yukon. Dr. Oakley travels to homes, farms, and wildlife preserves across the Yukon to help animals in need. Wilderness Vet will bring viewers closer than ever before to wild animals in their native habitats by showcasing the hard work and dedication involved in their rehabilitation. This program will air on our main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (3 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Naturally, Danny Seo |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 1130a-12pm |
| 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. | Naturally, Danny Seo is an educational series for young people and their families seeking a healthier lifestyle by learning the science behind eating well and exercising your mind and body while caring for our planet. Host Danny Seo is America's leading authority on eco-friendly living. Danny has devoted his career to the idea that caring for the environment can go hand-in-hand with enjoying time with family and friends and sharing a delicious and healthy meals while creating a healthy and environmentally friendly home. This program will air on our main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (4 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1230pm - 1pm |
| 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. | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition provides adolescent boys and girls in the 13-to-16-year-old age group an opportunity to explore and learn about the technical, artistic, creative, business, and administrative careers that are a part of the motion picture, television, music video, and home entertainment industries, as well as to learn about some of the skills, personal attributes, techniques, and strategies needed to enter these fields. Program is broadcast on the secondary digital channel. |
| Other Matters (5 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Word Travels |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11am - 1130am |
| 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. | TV series that follows freelance journalist Robin Esrock and national travel columnist Julia Dimon as they battle deadlines, jetlag, culture shock, and each other to file the best travel stories possible. While traveling to exotic locations and writing about enlightening experiences may sound like an adventurous occupation, the life of a travel writer is not always glamorous. Filmed in 36 countries across six continents, each half-hour episode reveals the real story of professional travel journalism -- the truth behind the byline -- and reinvents the way travel shows are currently presented. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Other Matters (6 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Voyager with Josh Garcia |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10am-1030am |
| 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 Voyager with Josh Garcia takes viewers on an exciting and immersive journey around the globe with world traveler and host Josh Garcia. Each episode provides audiences access to the world's most incredible destinations as Josh seeks out the truly authentic experiences one can find when guided by a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Each week, Josh brings viewers on an enthralling voyage exploring the people and cultures that make our world so breathtaking. This program will air on our main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (7 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales Classics |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 10am - 1030am |
| 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. | Dog Tales Classics is a weekly series that showcases all aspects of the canine world. It offers useful information including proper care, safety, health, and training for all kinds of dogs. The program also emphasizes responsible pet ownership and compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values in an entertaining and informative way. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Other Matters (8 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Give |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12pm-1230pm |
| 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. | Give introduces viewers to the world of philanthropy through the stories of small charities making a big impact. The series features NBC News correspondent and the founder of UNICEF's Next Generation Jenna Bush Hager, esteemed actor Blair Underwood, and passionate celebrity philanthropists from film, television, music, sports, and business who are on a mission to inspire others to do good. In each episode, one of these celebrity ambassadors will visit two charities that use innovation, best practices, and dedication for change in their communities and the world. With the help of some of the country's top foundations, we'll meet these inspiring individuals to see how they do it through the eyes of our celebrity ambassadors. This program will air on our main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (9 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Teen Kids News |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 1130am-12pm |
| 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 mission of TEEN KIDS NEWS is to produce a weekly news program that provides information and news to kids in a manner that is compelling as well as highly entertaining. It is designed to appeal to the audience on its own level. The focus of the program is young people, always letting them tell their stories in their own words. The large, diverse news anchor team is unique in television and has great appeal to kids who identify with and emulate them. This program serves the audience in a way that makes a real difference in its viewers' lives. It inserts the clear voice of the kid into the adult-dominated media and provides a unique perspective to the news that is not currently available on network television. This is a unique way of doing business in the crowded world of television news. There is no current news programming that features actual kids reporting to other kids on television. There have been shows by adults working with kids but none that a young audience can literally identify with. Teen Kids News is filling that void and has captured the imagination of America, becoming the first program in history targeting the next generation of news viewers. Program is broadcast on the main digital channel. |
| Other Matters (10 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Word Travels |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1130am - 12pm |
| 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. | TV series that follows freelance journalist Robin Esrock and national travel columnist Julia Dimon as they battle deadlines, jetlag, culture shock, and each other to file the best travel stories possible. While traveling to exotic locations and writing about enlightening experiences may sound like an adventurous occupation, the life of a travel writer is not always glamorous. Filmed in 36 countries across six continents, each half-hour episode reveals the real story of professional travel journalism -- the truth behind the byline -- and reinvents the way travel shows are currently presented. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Other Matters (11 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12pm - 1230pm |
| 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. | Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition provides adolescent boys and girls in the 13-to-16-year-old age group an opportunity to explore and learn about the technical, artistic, creative, business, and administrative careers that are a part of the motion picture, television, music video, and home entertainment industries, as well as to learn about some of the skills, personal attributes, techniques, and strategies needed to enter these fields. Program is broadcast on the secondary digital channel. |
| Other Matters (12 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dog Tales Classics |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 1030am - 11am |
| 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. | Dog Tales Classics is a weekly series that showcases all aspects of the canine world. It offers useful information including proper care, safety, health, and training for all kinds of dogs. The program also emphasizes responsible pet ownership and compassion for all living creatures and promotes strong personal and community values in an entertaining and informative way. This program airs on our secondary digital channel. |
| Other Matters (13 of 13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Champion Within |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 930am-10am |
| 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 Champion Within with Lauren Thompson features the powerful and inspiring stories of successful athletes who exemplify what it really means to be a champion. The Champion Within with Lauren Thompson introduces audiences to professional and amateur athletes who have overcome obstacles to ultimately achieve transcendent moments in the world of sports. The program proves that a champion is not only defined by their speed, strength and agility, but also by their grit, resiliency and heart. This show will air on our main digital channel. |
| Question | Response |
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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). |
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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. |
John Humphries General Manager 10/06/2017 |
