| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
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| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | Heroes and Icon | |
| Nielsen DMA | Columbus OH | |
| Web Home Page Address |
| 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 | 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 4) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Truth in Consequences |
| Origination | Local |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon thru Sun 10 AM, 4 PM & 9 PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 182 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Discusses street drug hazards, addiction, help for addicts, their families and places to go for help. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 4) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Workforce |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10 AM and 10:30 AM- August Only |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 20 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | WORKFORCE serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of having a working knowledge of math, science and communication skills. The series shows introduces teens to a wide variety of possible careers, emphasizing how education and practical skills impact a persons ability to successfully pursue a career. The series also demonstrates real-world job experience, proving that that an appropriate education is necessary to pursue almost any career. Each episode presents two possible career paths offering teenagers a chance to get some hands on experience in various jobs. Program also notes educational and training requirements for various careers, as well as potential salary ranges for a given job. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 4) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 12 PM and 12:30 PM- August Only |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 20 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award-winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens - with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age-appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in-depth and thoughtful explanations. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 4) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Young America Outdoors |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11 AM and 11:30 AM- August Only |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 20 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| 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. | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, providing important information about leading a healthy and active lifestyle, YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS is an outdoor recreation-based television series that addresses the educational needs of children and adolescents, and meets the educational and informational standards of the FCCs requirements for Childrens Programming in the age category 13 to 16 years. The series introduces young viewers to a wide variety of outdoor activities, explaining the benefits of keeping fit while exploring wonders of nature. Various episodes focus on hiking and camping, swimming and water skiing, rock-climbing and mountaineering, explaining how to get the most benefit from outdoor activities while keeping safe and respecting the environment. Information in presented in a concise and logical manner that will engage and inform its target audience. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 1) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Fabric of Life |
| Origination | Local |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Mon - Fri 10 PM, 3 PM and 7 AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 95 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 5 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Home life issues encountered by young people and how to resolve them. |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
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| 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 | Mark A. Hiner |
| Address | 196 South Main Street, Suite 302 |
| City | Marion |
| State | OH |
| Zip | 43302 |
| Telephone Number | 614-322-9399 |
| Email Address | mark@mariontv22.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. | Positive News Network provided programming services from June 1, 2015 until September 24, 2015 at which time the sale of WMNO to Positive News Network, Inc. was consummated. During June and July, programs supplied and produced by the previous owner, Studio 51 Multimedia Productions, Ltd. were broadcast. Effective August 1, 2015 the Heroes and Icons format was launched and programs supplied by the network were broadcast. All programs are broadcast on RF channel 28, virtual channel 22.1. WMNO-CD is digital and has no analog transmission component. |
| Other Matters (1 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Workforce |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10 AM and 10:30 AM |
| 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. | WORKFORCE serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including the importance of having a working knowledge of math, science and communication skills. The series shows introduces teens to a wide variety of possible careers, emphasizing how education and practical skills impact a persons ability to successfully pursue a career. The series also demonstrates real-world job experience, proving that that an appropriate education is necessary to pursue almost any career. Each episode presents two possible career paths offering teenagers a chance to get some hands on experience in various jobs. Program also notes educational and training requirements for various careers, as well as potential salary ranges for a given job. |
| Other Matters (2 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Safari |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12 PM and 12:30 PM |
| 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. | Safari provides core programming in the areas of global ecology, wildlife biology and species conservation and preservation. Emmy award-winning host and wildlife expert John Ross travels to the farthest reaches of the world to bring the viewers face to face with some of the planet's most interesting animals. Safari offers a dynamic television experience for teens - with the exciting experience of exploring the fascinating world of wildlife and at the same time discovering what needs to be done to protect the animals and their habitat so that they can live on in the wild. Various age-appropriate global wildlife and ecology issues are introduced to the viewing audience with in-depth and thoughtful explanations. |
| Other Matters (3 of 3) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Young America Outdoors |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11 AM and 11:30 AM |
| 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. | YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, providing important information about leading a healthy and active lifestyle, YOUNG AMERICA OUTDOORS is an outdoor recreation-based television series that addresses the educational needs of children and adolescents, and meets the educational and informational standards of the FCCs requirements for Childrens Programming in the age category 13 to 16 years. The series introduces young viewers to a wide variety of outdoor activities, explaining the benefits of keeping fit while exploring wonders of nature. Various episodes focus on hiking and camping, swimming and water skiing, rock-climbing and mountaineering, explaining how to get the most benefit from outdoor activities while keeping safe and respecting the environment. Information in presented in a concise and logical manner that will engage and inform its target audience. |
| 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. | |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Positive News Network, Inc.
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