| 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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RAMAR COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Applicant Doing Business As: RAMAR COMMUNICATIONS, INC. |
Brad Moran 9800 UNIVERSITY AVENUE PO BOX 3757 LUBBOCK, TX 79423 United States |
+1 (806) 748-9300 |
bmoran@ramarcom.com |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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DENNIS P. CORBETT , ESQ . Telecommunications Law Professionals PLLC |
1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 1011 WASHINGTON, DC 20036 United States |
+1 (202) 789-3115 |
DCorbett@telecomlawpros.com |
Legal Representative |
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JOSEPH M. DAVIS , P.E . RF 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 |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | ||
| Nielsen DMA | Lubbock | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.fox34.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 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: | 3.0 |
| 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 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Laura McKenzie's Traveler (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Laura McKenzie's Traveler" follows Laura McKenzie as she journeys to popular tourist destinations across the globe, offering travel tips and a look at the local scenery and landmarks. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL RESCUE (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 10:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half-hour series about compassionate individuals who come to the aid of animals in distress. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 12:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Missing is a weekly half-hour series focusing attention on the plight of missing children. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | TEEN KIDS NEWS (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | National news events are explored and reported by teenagers for teenagers and pre-teens in an educational and informative way that provides a unique look at how they perceive and project the world events that shape their prospective and their future. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Teen KidsNews |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/04/2017 04:00 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-02-05 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DRAGONFLY TV (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dragonfly TV is a weekly half-hour series featuring "hands-on" science projects. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jared Miller (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 8:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller" features animal expert Jarod Miller as he travels the natural world as he helps people experience the animal kingdom in ways they never imagined. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 9:00 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal expert Jack Hanna travels the world to observe some of nature's most exotic and most dangerous animals in their natural habitats. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BIZ KIDS (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Biz Kids is a weekly half-hour series featuring teens learning about money and business as well as setting and achieving their financial goals. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sport Stars of Tomorrow (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 2:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Sports Stars of Tomorrow Show focusing on American youth as they pursue their dreams of becoming the next sports superstars. The show profiles high school, college and pro athletes, and provides an in-depth look at the hard work, dedication, and competition it takes to achieve their goals. It may also feature competitive events that reflect the process of achieving these goals. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Sports Stars of Tomorrow |
| List date and time rescheduled | 02/04/2017 04:30 PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2017-02-05 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOG TALES (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dog Tales is a weekly half-hour series all about man's best friend. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Young Icons (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The best of America's Youth, including world class athletes, philanthropists, accomplished artists and entrepreneurs. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THINK BIG (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday 12:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Think Big is a weekly half-hour series featuring teen inventors with big ideas. |
| 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 | Brad Moran |
| Address | PO Box 3757 |
| City | Lubbock |
| State | TX |
| Zip | 79452 |
| Telephone Number | (806) 748-9300 |
| Email Address | bmoran@ramarcom.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 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DRAGONFLY TV (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dragonfly TV is a weekly half-hour series featuring "hands-on" science projects. |
| Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | YOUNG ICONS (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The best of America's Youth, including world class athletes, philanthropists, accomplished artists and entrepreneurs. |
| Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | TEEN KIDS NEWS (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 01:00PM |
| 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. | National news events are explored and reported by teenagers for teenagers and pre-teens in an educational and informative way that provides a unique look at how they perceive and project the world events that shape their prospective and their future. |
| Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | ANIMAL RESCUE (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 10:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Rescue is a weekly half-hour series about compassionate individuals who come to the aid of animals in distress. |
| Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THINK BIG (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 12:30PM |
| 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. | Think Big is a weekly half-hour series featuring teen inventors with big ideas |
| Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BIZ KIDS (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Biz Kids is a weekly half-hour series featuring treens learning about money and business as well as setting and achieving their financial goals. |
| Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOG TALES (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Dog Tales is a weekly half-hour series all about man's best friend. |
| Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | SPORT STARS OF TOMORROW (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 02:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Show focusing on American youth as they pursue their dreams of becoming the next sports superstars. The show profiles high school, college and pro athletes, and provides an in-depth look at the hard work, dedication, and competition it takes to achieve their goals. It may also feature competitive events that reflect the process of achieving these goals. |
| Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jared Miller (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 08:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller" features animal expert Jarod Miller as he travels the natural world as he helps people experience the animal kingdom in ways they never imagined. |
| Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Laura McKenzie's Traveler (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 08:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Laura McKenzie's Traveler" follows Laura McKenzie as she journeys to popular tourist destinations across the globe, offering travel tips and a look at the local scenery and landmarks. |
| Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into The Wild (32.1) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 9:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Jack Hanna's Into The Wild" is an exploration with wildlife expert Hanna who travels to exotic locations around the world, exploring both the culture and the nature of various locales and meeting the native creatures. |
| Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING (32.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SUNDAY 12:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Missing is a weekly half-hour series focusing attention on the plight of missing children. |
| 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. |
Susie Gonzales Coordinator 04/04/2017 |
