| 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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FREE LIFE MINISTRIES, INC. Doing Business As: FREE LIFE MINISTRIES, INC. |
Terry Johnson 109 INDUSTRY COURT GOLDSBORO, NC 27530 United States |
+1 (919) 736-7729 |
tjohnson@whfl.org |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Samuel E Garfield Technical Consultant Dilicast Broadcast Services,LLC |
PO Box 97483 Raleigh, NC 27624 United States |
+1 (919) 341-4699 |
sgarfield@dilicast.com |
Technical Representative |
|
Terry L Johnson Chairman Free Life Ministries, Inc |
Terry L Johnson 109 Industry Court Goldsboro, NC 27533 United States |
+1 (919) 736-7729 |
tjohnson@whfl.org |
Chairman |
|
David G O'Neil Rini O'Neil, PC |
1200 New Hampshire Ave., NW Suite 600 Washington, DC 20036 United States |
+1 (202) 955-3931 |
doneil@rinioneil.com |
Legal Representative |
|
Timothy Z Sawyer Technical Consultant T.Z. Sawyer Technical Consultants, LLC |
2130 Hutchison Grove Ct. Suite 100 Falls Church, VA 22043 United States |
+1 (704) 848-2130 |
tzsawyer@tzsawyer.com |
Technical Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | ||
| Nielsen DMA | Raleigh-Durham (Fayetvlle) | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.whfl.org |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 5.5 |
| 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 | 5.5 |
| 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: | 5.5 |
| 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 | Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 concept for Real Life 101 is bold yet simple. Real life jobs and careers are explored in an energetic style as an education and information (E/I) presentation for teenage viewers. The careers and people chosen to reflect those categories offer a vital inside look at what it would really be like to choose that particular profession. A co-host approach allows for interchange of questions and responses adding viewer stimulation and insight. |
| 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 | Sugar Creek Gang |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 8 years to 14 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on a series of books by Paul Hutchens, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the adventures of Bill, Collins, Poetry, Circus, Dragonfly, Big Jim, Little Jim, and the rest of the residents of Sugar Creek as they resolve moral issues and build character. |
| 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 | Miss Charity's Diner |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In the small town of Faithville, Ontario, Miss Charity is the proprietress of the local diner, where many of the neighborhood children come to visit. Miss Charity enjoys the children's company and, in addition to her and her resident cook Karl making the meals for them and the other guests, she also gives advice to the kids regarding how to overcome whatever problems they may have. |
| 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 | Dr. Wonder's Workshop |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This show is targeted largely to a deaf/hard-of-hearing populace. The main deaf and speak in American Sign Language (ASL). For non-deaf viewers, the show is done with voiceover narration. |
| 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 | i-shine KNECT |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 8 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | iShine KNECT is designed for kids and parents to connect with each other and have some wacky fun in the process. The program is designed to give a lift of encouragement and faith that will help tweens deal with life with Christian values at home, church and school! |
| 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 | Torchlighters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Torchlighters is a series of animated programs for youth ages 8-12, presenting the lives of true-life heroes of Christian history. Each episode carefully follows the life story of one of the heroes of the faith. The moral, spiritual and life lessons learned are applicable to life today. |
| 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 | Adventures in Odyssey |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 4 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Adventures in Odyssey presents exciting entertainment that brings moral and biblical principles to life. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Donkey Ollie |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dooley, a friendly alien who has landed in a backyard on Earth, explores the planet with the children of the neighborhood as his guides. The show is meant to teach moral values and educational basics. |
| 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 | Biz Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 4:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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. | Biz Kids is a national financial education initiative based on an Emmy Award-winning public television series about kids, money, and business. The series includes 65 episodes and reaches over million viewers per episode. Using a clever blend of entertainment and education, each Biz Kids episode shows kids how to make and manage money by introducing concepts of financial literacy and entrepreneurship. To keep young viewers engaged, the series includes a fast-paced mix of direct education delivered by young actors, sketch comedies, animation, and stories featuring real life young entrepreneurs. The show is complemented by a resource rich website, lesson plans, outreach activities, and a monthly electronic newsletter. |
| 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 | Laura McKenzie's Traveler |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays @ 6:30pm |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Through the use of on-site stand ups, voice over monologues, environmental b-roll and pop-up "Travel Tips," Laura provides and educational journey to significant destinations around the world. |
| 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 | Bug Time Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Total times aired | 26 |
| 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 | 8 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Bug Time Adventures - is about bugs that live in Bible Times and always learn a new lesson. Children will see their favorite Bible stories through the eyes of America's newest bug friends in this animated series narrated by Willie Acmes. |
| 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 | Terry Johnson |
| Address | PO Box 282 |
| City | Goldsboro |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 27533 |
| Telephone Number | (919) 736-7729 |
| Email Address | tjohnson@whfl.org |
| 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. |
| Other Matters (1 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 concept for Real Life 101 is bold yet simple. Real life jobs and careers are explored in an energetic style as an education and information (E/I) presentation for teenage viewers. The careers and people chosen to reflect those categories offer a vital inside look at what it would really be like to choose that particular profession. A co-host approach allows for interchange of questions and responses adding viewer stimulation and insight. |
| Other Matters (2 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Miss Charity Dinner |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Miss Charity, runs a local diner and often gives advice to the children who visit it. The show incorporates various themes of the Bible while doing so. |
| Other Matters (3 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Laura McKenzie's Traveler |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays @ 6:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Through the use of on-site stand ups, voice over monologues, environmental b-roll and pop-up "Travel Tips," Laura provides and educational journey to significant destinations around the world. |
| Other Matters (4 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Adventures in Odyssey |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Adventures in Odyssey presents exciting entertainment that brings moral and biblical principles to life. |
| Other Matters (5 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dr. Wonder's Workshop |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This show is targeted largely to a deaf/hard-of-hearing populace. The main deaf and speak in American Sign Language (ASL). For non-deaf viewers, the show is done with voiceover narration. |
| Other Matters (6 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Bug Time Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Scaly Adventures is a youth oriented adventure series that profiles exotic animals and experts who work to conserve and protect them. The passion of the Scaly Adventures Crew is to entertain kids while encouraging them to reach for the stars and follow their dreams. At the time of filming Season One, Pierce, the main host, was 12 years old. Scaly Adventures is entirely filmed, edited, produced and distributed by the Curren family. |
| Other Matters (7 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Donkey Ollie |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays @ 4:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Donkey Ollie is a series of musical episodes that follows a Donkey named Ollie through Jesus' time as he meets new characters and learns many valuable lessons along the way. Donkey Ollie is animated with incredible graphics, songs and morals in a way that draws in audiences of every age. Ollie is especially geared toward preschool and early grade school children but it's entertaining for the whole family as well. |
| Other Matters (8 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BIZ KIDS |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | BIZ KIDS serves the educational and informational needs of children, understanding the economy and basic business principles. The series features teens starting their own businesses, actively solving problems and developing important life skills. |
| Other Matters (9 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | i-Shine KNECT |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | iShine KNECT is designed for kids and parents to connect with each other and have some wacky fun in the process. The program is designed to give a lift of encouragement and faith that will help tweens deal with life with Christian values at home, church and school! |
| Other Matters (10 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Torchlighters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Torchlighters is a series of animated programs for youth ages 8-12, presenting the lives of true-life heroes of Christian history. Each episode carefully follows the life story of one of the heroes of the faith. The moral, spiritual and life lessons learned are applicable to life today. |
| Other Matters (11 of 11) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sugar Creek Gang |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays @ 4:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 14 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on a series of books by Paul Hutchens, The Sugar Creek Gang series chronicles the adventures of Bill, Collins, Poetry, Circus, Dragonfly, Big Jim, Little Jim, and the rest of the residents of Sugar Creek as they resolve moral issues and build character. |
| 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. |
Terry Lynn Johnson Chairman/General Manager 04/09/2019 |
