| 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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GRAY TELEVISION LICENSEE, LLC Doing Business As: GRAY TELEVISION LICENSEE, LLC |
WDBJ 4370 PEACHTREE ROAD, NE ATLANTA, GA 30319 United States |
+1 (404) 266-8333 |
robert.folliard@gray.tv |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Joseph M Davis , P.E. . Consulting Engineer Chesapeake RF Consultants, LLC |
207 Old Dominion Road Yorktown, VA 23692 United States |
+1 (703) 650-9600 |
Joseph.Davis@RF-consultants.com |
Technical Representative |
|
Sam Hariton Widelity, Inc. |
4031 University Drive Fairfax, VA 22030 United States |
+1 (339) 222-8107 |
sam.hariton@widelity.com |
Compliance & Project Management |
|
Joan Stewart Wiley Rein LLP |
Joan Steward 1776 K Street NW Washington, DC 20006 United States |
+1 (202) 719-7438 |
jstewart@wileyrein.com |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | MyNetwork | |
| Nielsen DMA | Roanoke-Lynchburg | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.wdbj7.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 7.0 |
| 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 | 0.0 |
| 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: | 0.0 |
| 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 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Great Dr. Scott (II) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:30-10:00 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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 Great Dr. Scott is a live action, half hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13-16. The Great Dr. Scott follows the charismatic and committed veterinarian Dr. Scott Miller at his family-run veterinary clinic in the outskirts of London in the village of Richmond upon Thames. Viewers will get hands-on insight into the world of veterinary medicine as Dr. Scott treats a wide variety of animal patients from cats and dogs to exotic reptiles and livestock. Audiences will witness as Dr. Scott goes above and beyond to care for all creatures great and small-providing a glimpse into the day-to-day life of a veterinary professional while educating viewers on a wide range of medical procedures and practices in the process. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventure |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 12:00-12:30 pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | 3 |
| 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 Animal Adventures is a live action television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children 13-16. In each program, the cameras follow the host, Jack Hanna, as he spends time with nature's creatures across the continents. Jack talks with people that are knowledgeable about each animal and habitat, teaching as he goes. Each program is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries 1 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 8:00-8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The half-hour weekly series, Ocean Mysteries, offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understanding by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals, and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16-and beyond-by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the 'family dynamics' of the mingling species, viewers will get to know-and care-about these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 10:00-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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. | Emmy-winning Jack Hanna's Into the Wild takes viewers on excursions around the world through the eyes of America's most beloved animal adventurer and his family. More than just a collection of animal escapades, Into the Wild provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet's most precious and endangered species. Into the Wild is unscripted and action packed--it takes you on a raucous ride, leaving you with a renewed appreciation for all creatures, great and small. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays @ 11:30am- 12:00pm digital (main channel) |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures is a live action television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children 13-16. In each program, the cameras follow the host, Jack Hanna, as he spends time with nature's creatures across the continents. Jack talks with people that are knowledgeable about each animal and habitat, teaching as he goes. Each program is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sports Stars of Tomorrow |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 11:00-11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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. | Sports Stars of Tomorrow present inspirational and motivational profiles of the top rookie, college and high-school talent in sports. Also features some of the biggest names in sports who share their experiences, advice and personal impressions of the road to stardom. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park (II) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:30-11:00 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair r with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida , which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park (I) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:30-10:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair r with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida , which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wonderama (I) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 12:00-12:30pm |
| 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 magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park (II) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:00-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair r with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida , which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 9:30-10:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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. | Ever wanted your own personal tour guide to the world of animals? Dream of dancing with Wolves, running with the bulls or flying with the eagles? From cheetahs to chimpanzees, from snakes to snails, from baboons to bears, Animal Exploration with Jerod Miller brings viewers up close and personal with the most fascinating members of the animal kingdom. Exciting, surprising, and fun, Animal Exploration entertains, informs and inspires viewers as Jarod interacts with creatures in unexpected ways. Come along with Jarod to the nearest and farthest corners of the globe as well as to your local zoo, as he explores the human/animal interaction in the face of ever-changing world. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Outback Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:00am-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Produced for ages 13-16, this educational and informational program is hosted by wildlife expert Tim Faulkner. Viewers will be provided an eye-opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Audiences will be brought closer to the natural world as Tim explores the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, including a giant Galapagos tortoise, a baby wombat, the flying fox, and even newly discovered species of birds. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wonderama (II) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12:30-1:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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 magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wonderama (I) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 12:00-12:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | 2 |
| 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 magic of Wonderama was re-launched in January 2017. The history of Wonderama is energized with a new modern thirty-minute format for Fall 2017. Once again Wonderama will deliver to teens-their world, their way-through a totally interactive and immersive experience. Wonderama's general educational mission is to create a program environment that promotes the growth and development of teens. The goal of Wonderama is to construct a learning environment that uses broadcast television and supportive online media to engage teens and motivate their awareness through examples of community involvement, artistic performance and targeted educational segments. Educational materials will be framed within specific program segments. These weekly segments will be available to our audiences both in show and online. Topics will utilize themes from popular culture and common experience, in order to encourage learning from simple to complex and to reveal educational and teaching moments from everyday life. Meaningful content and active relationships provide the basis for learning. Wonderama will focus on subject categories in support of the overarching construct experience: STEM, Culinary Skills, Financial Literacy, Community Involvement and the Performing Arts. The diverse and dynamic group young people and experts appearing each week on Wonderama provide the enthusiasm to inform teens and their families about important issues and life skills. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Great Dr. Scott (I) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:00-9:30 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| 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 Great Dr. Scott is a live action, half hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13-16. The Great Dr. Scott follows the charismatic and committed veterinarian Dr. Scott Miller at his family-run veterinary clinic in the outskirts of London in the village of Richmond upon Thames. Viewers will get hands-on insight into the world of veterinary medicine as Dr. Scott treats a wide variety of animal patients from cats and dogs to exotic reptiles and livestock. Audiences will witness as Dr. Scott goes above and beyond to care for all creatures great and small-providing a glimpse into the day-to-day life of a veterinary professional while educating viewers on a wide range of medical procedures and practices in the process. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Culture Click |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's @ 10:30-11:00 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| 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. | Culture Click is a weekly half-hour series that explores the genesis of - and reasons behind - cultural events that permeate our everyday lives. Developed and produced for viewers aged 13-16, host Nzinga Blake opens each episode from her virtual reality set with a list of what's trending on search engines that week. These topics will serve as a jumping-off point for a deep dive into the culture viewers 13-16 will embrace. Each week Nzinga will analyze and answer the questions that shape our society - using the power and speed of the internet and user-generated questions and content. Experts in pop culture will join her to add insight and historical perspective. And most importantly, viewers will come away with a week's worth of "aha" moments to share with their friends and family. Six degrees of separation takes on a whole new meaning and there's no limit to what viewers will learn when they experience Culture Click. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park (I) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 10:00-10:30 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair r with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series out hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida , which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet--The Grand in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries 2 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 8:30-9:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The half-hour weekly series, Ocean Mysteries, offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understanding by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals, and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16-and beyond-by showing how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescues of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the 'family dynamics' of the mingling species, viewers will get to know-and care-about these heroes, and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Real Life 101 |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 9:00-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| 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. | Have you ever wondered what you might want to do for the rest of your life? Well, Real Life 101, which is aimed at teens and young adults, introduces you to real people doing real jobs. From doctors, lawyers, and veterinarians to career counselors, drug counselors, Lipizzaner stallion trainers, and special effects directors, we cover them all. Join our energetic host Shawn, Krystal, and A.J. for a weekly half hour of fun and entertainment. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, and has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 20) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Laura McKenzie's Traveler |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday's 10:30-11:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 10 |
| 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. | Laura McKenzie takes travelers to exotic and everyday locations with class and common sense. She asks and answers all the important travel questions. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| 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 | Matt Pumo |
| Address | 2807 Hershberger Road |
| City | Roanoke |
| State | VA |
| Zip | 24017 |
| Telephone Number | (540) 777-3200 |
| Email Address | mpumo@wdbj7.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. |
| Other Matters (1 of 1) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Great Dr. Scott |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday's 9:00-9:30 am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 15 |
| 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 Great Dr. Scott is a live action, half hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13-16. The Great Dr. Scott follows the charismatic and committed veterinarian Dr. Scott Miller at his family-run veterinary clinic in the outskirts of London in the village of Richmond upon Thames. Viewers will get hands-on insight into the world of veterinary medicine as Dr. Scott treats a wide variety of animal patients from cats and dogs to exotic reptiles and livestock. Audiences will witness as Dr. Scott goes above and beyond to care for all creatures great and small-providing a glimpse into the day-to-day life of a veterinary professional while educating viewers on a wide range of medical procedures and practices in the process. |
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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. |
Mary Overfelt Traffic Coordinator 10/07/2019 |
