| 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 |
|---|
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | CBS | |
| Nielsen DMA | Greensboro-High Pt-W/Salem | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.digtriad.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 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:00-9:30AM 9/22-9/29 See Question 17B |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| 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 | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In this new to CBS animated show, Liberty's Kids is designed to enable viewers to experience, in fresh and exciting ways, the extraordinary period of 1773 to 1789 in American history, as the thirteen colonies, led by a group of courageous and brilliant individuals fought for freedom from Britain and established a new nation. 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 (2 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 10:00-10:30AM 7/6-9/14 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| 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. | The "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relevant to teenagers and to provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational program for teens. The "Whatever" show covers a wide range of topics including teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show "for and by teenagers". 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 (3 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | EDGEMONT |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM 9/15 - 9/29 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | The Edgemont series is designed to entertain its youth audience and also to inform and educate these viewers about issues that arise in school and at home. Storylines focus on the social and emotional challenges that every secondary school student faces, from forming and maintaining friendships and romantic attachments, to ethical and moral choices and family relationships. The programs illustrate the possible consequences of choices that these viewers may face, and these outcomes provide "life lessons" that are shown plainly to the teen audience. Edgemont further benefits its viewers by opening dialogue with peers and potentially also parents and educators regarding the topics portrayed in the series. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM 7/7-9/8 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| 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. | The "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relevant to teenagers and to provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational program for teens. The "Whatever" show covers a wide range of topics including teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show "for and by teenagers". 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 (5 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | HORSELAND |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30-10:00AM 7/7-7/15 See Question 17C |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The animated, amazing adventures of kids and their horses who come together in an incredible place called Horseland. As these friends strive to become the best competitive riders they can possibly be, the kids (and their equine companions) must learn to deal with difficult situations and confront an array of problems that put their honesty, their integrity, their self-confidence ... and sometimes even their friendship to the test. 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | HORSELAND |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/15/12 12:30PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday 10:00-10:30AM 7/4-9/12 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| 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. | The "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relevant to teenagers and to provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational program for teens. The "Whatever" show covers a wide range of topics including teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show "for and by teenagers". 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 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | DOODLEBOPS is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes.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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW I |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/15/12 1:00PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30-12:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Follow the adventures of Huckle and Sally Cat, Lowly Worm, Hilda Hippo, Pig Will and Pig Won't as they put their unique minds together to solve the many daily mysteries in Busytown. Of course, roving reporter Goldbug is always on the scene to report on the lastest clues! Everyone hop in the apple car, it's time for another mystery. 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES II |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/15/12 2:30PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays 10:00-10:30AM 7/2-9/10 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| 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. | The "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relevant to teenagers and to provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational program for teens. The "Whatever" show covers a wide range of topics including teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show "for and by teenagers". 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 (10 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30-10:00am 9/22-9/29 See Question 17C |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| 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 | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In this new to CBS animated show, Liberty's Kids is designed to enable viewers to experience, in fresh and exciting ways, the extraordinary period of 1773 to 1789 in American history, as the thirteen colonies, led by a group of courageous and brilliant individuals fought for freedom from Britain and established a new nation. 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 (11 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DANGER RANGERS |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:00-9:30AM 7/7-7/15 See Question 17B |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | 11 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In this new animated show, a six member team of animals and their trusty robot uses action adventure storylines, comedy, and songs to impart vital health and safety information for children, promoting the cognitive, personal and pro-social qualities necessary for youngsters to carry them out. Each episode introduces an "arch nemesis" that never wants to play by the rules...enter the Danger Rangers to the rescue. 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | DANGER RANGERS |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/15/12 12:00PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THE REAL WINNING EDGE |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00-11:30AM 9/15 - 9/29 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30-11:00AM 9/15 - 9/29 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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. | "Missing" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and real life stories using various resources to help find missing people. The show is also a public service to communities across the United States. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00-11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Follow the adventures of Huckle and Sally Cat, Lowly Worm, Hilda Hippo, Pig Will and Pig Won't as they put their unique minds together to solve the many daily mysteries in Busytown. Of course, roving reporter Goldbug is always on the scene to report on the lastest clues! Everyone hop in the apple car, it's time for another mystery. 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/15/12 2:00PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays 10:00-10:30AM 7/5-9/13 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| 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. | The "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relevant to teenagers and to provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational program for teens. The "Whatever" show covers a wide range of topics including teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show "for and by teenagers". 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 (16 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | NASA CONNECT |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12:30-1:00AM 9/15 - 9/29 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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 | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | NASA CONNECT is an educational program that brings together math, science, technology and NASA. The program visits many famous places, many having to do with flight, space and science. The viewer will be asked questions, some of the same questions asked and solved by those who worked on these great achievements. 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 (17 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | NASA Children's Shows |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30-12:30AM 9/15 - 9/29 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| 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 | 8 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | NASA children's video programming continues the agency's tradition of investing in the nation's education programs and supporting our country's educators who play a key role in preparing, inspiring, exciting, encouraging and nurturing the young minds of today, as they will be the workforce of tomorrow. NASA continues to pursue three major education goals: 1) Strengthening NASA and the nation's future workforce; 2) Attracting and retaining students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM); 3) Engaging Americans in NASA's mission. WFMY-TV airs 1.5 hours of NASA programming on our station's digital multicast weather channel every week to help support these goals. 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 (18 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays 10:00-10:30AM 7/3-9/11 See Question 17D |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| 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. | The "Whatever" show's educational objective is to provide information relevant to teenagers and to provide a forum for teenagers to express themselves from an honest teen perspective. The "Whatever" show is an informational program for teens. The "Whatever" show covers a wide range of topics including teen issues, entertainment, health, music and activities. Teen reporters for the "Whatever" show suggest story ideas, conduct interviews and make "Whatever" a real show "for and by teenagers". 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 (19 of 19) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30-11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | DOODLEBOPS is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. 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 |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW II |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/15/12 1:30PM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | 2012-09-01 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Larry Audas |
| Address | 1615 Phillips Ave. |
| City | Greensboro |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 27405 |
| Telephone Number | (336) 379-5700 |
| Email Address | laudas@gannett.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. | A.On September 1st, Danger Rangers, Horseland, Doodlebops I, Doodlebops II, Busytown Mysteries I, and Busytown Mysteries II were preempted by SEC Football on the CBS Network. All of these programs were made good in their second home on September 15th. Danger Rangers aired at 12P, Horseland aired at 12:30p, Doodlebops I aired at 1:00P, Doodlebops II aired at 1:30P, Busytown Mysteries I aired at 2:00P, and Busytown Mysteries II aired at 2:30P. Viewers were notified by crawls on air on Saturday August 25, and September 8 when and where these programs would be made good. On the day of the preemption, September 1, during the time period these programs were preempted, viewers were notified when these programs would be made good. B.Due to CBS changing the childrens programming line-up, Danger Rangers ended its 9-9:30am run on September 15. Liberty's Kids I moved into the 9:00am time period starting on September 22. C.Due to CBS changing the children programming line-up. Horseland ended its 9:30-10:00am run on September 15. Liberty's Kids-II moved into the 9:30 am time period starting on September 22. D. WFMY changed childrens programming that aires on multicasted 2.2. Whatever Monday through Saturday last aired on Friday September 14. The new childrens programming starting on Saturday 9/15 with Edgemont 10:00-10:30am, Missing 10:30-11:00am, The Real Winning Edge 11:00-11:30am, NASA Childrens Shows 11:30-12:30pm and NASA Connect 12:30-1:00pm Non Broadcast Efforts to Enhance Childrens Education: Tools for School, August 1 to August 31. WFMY-TV conducted its annual Tools for School campaign with collection sites at Walmart stores across our market. Children in our market will benefit this school year from the necessary school supplies to get their school year started off right. Volunteers helped collect the school supplies for distribution in their respective schools. Tools for School Jam: On August 10 WFMY TV sponsored a back to school party for children. The event was held at Festival Park in Greensboro. More than 500 children and adults attended. They were entertained by a childrens rock and roll band, and had the opportunity to enjoy activities provided by ArtQuest, Greensboro Ballet, Girl Scouts, Greensboro Historical Museum, Piedmont Parents Magazine, Greensboro Public Library, and other agencies. Greensboro Fire Department and Guilford County Emergency Management provided tours and demonstrations of their vehicles. Celebrating Excellence in Education: September 20. WFMY TV participated in the annual Celebrating Excellence in Education. Sixteen of the most academically improved schools, the Honor Schools of Excellence, Schools of Distinction and schools that achieved 100 percent graduation rates, as well as award winning employees and teacher and principal of the year finalists were recognized and rewarded for outstanding performance. WFMY News 2 anchor Tracey McCain served as emcee for the event. This event was held at Eastern Guilford High School in Guilford County. NASA CONNECT is an educational program that brings together math, science, technology and NASA. The program visits many famous places, many having to do with flight, space and science. The viewer will be asked questions, some of the same questions asked and solved by those who worked on these great achievements. 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. |
| Other Matters (1 of 10) | Response |
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| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN ROAD SHOW II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30-11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | DOODLEBOPS is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. 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. |
| Other Matters (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | THE REAL WINNING EDGE (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00-11:30am |
| 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. | The Real Winning Edge is a weekly half-hour television series that meets the educational and informational objectives of the FCC's Children's Programming requirements for children ages 13-16. The program highlights adolescents and young adults making the right choices when faced with tough decisions and significant challenges. Recognizing that 13 to 16-year-olds are likely to be influenced by celebrities, the series features role models from the professional sports and the entertainment industries. Each episode is engaging, entertaining and educational in structure, presenting a powerful and positive message. |
| Other Matters (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN ROAD SHOW I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | DOODLEBOPS is a live action show designed to teach life lessons to children under elementary school age, and is intended to promote social and academic readiness. The main characters are the three members of the Doodlebops musical band, their jazzy neighbor MAZZ and their driver Bus Driver Bob. Each episode explores social issues, such as the importance of persistence or the value of openness to new things. The program emphasizes an appreciation of music, and integrates the social lessons into original songs that are repeated through the episodes. 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. |
| Other Matters (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30-10:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In this new to CBS animated show, Liberty's Kids is designed to enable viewers to experience, in fresh and exciting ways, the extraordinary period of 1773 to 1789 in American history, as the thirteen colonies, led by a group of courageous and brilliant individuals fought for freedom from Britain and established a new nation. 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. |
| Other Matters (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | MISSING (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30-11:00am |
| 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. | "Missing" serves the educational and informational needs of children 13 to 16 years of age with its program content, including safety tips and real life stories using various resources to help find missing people. The show is also a public service to communities across the United States. |
| Other Matters (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | LIBERTY'S KIDS I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:00-9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In this new to CBS animated show, Liberty's Kids is designed to enable viewers to experience, in fresh and exciting ways, the extraordinary period of 1773 to 1789 in American history, as the thirteen colonies, led by a group of courageous and brilliant individuals fought for freedom from Britain and established a new nation. 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. |
| Other Matters (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | NASA CONNECT (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 12:30-1:00pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | NASA CONNECT is an educational program that brings together math, science, technology and NASA. The program visits many famous places, many having to do with flight, space and science. The viewer will be asked questions, some of the same questions asked and solved by those who worked on these great achievements. 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. |
| Other Matters (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30-12:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Follow the adventures of Huckle and Sally Cat, Lowly Worm, Hilda Hippo, Pig Will and Pig Won't as they put their unique minds together to solve the many daily mysteries in Busytown. Of course, roving reporter Goldbug is always on the scene to report on the lastest clues! Everyone hop in the apple car, it's time for another mystery. 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. |
| Other Matters (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:00-11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Follow the adventures of Huckle and Sally Cat, Lowly Worm, Hilda Hippo, Pig Will and Pig Won't as they put their unique minds together to solve the many daily mysteries in Busytown. Of course, roving reporter Goldbug is always on the scene to report on the lastest clues! Everyone hop in the apple car, it's time for another mystery. 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. |
| Other Matters (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | NASA Children's Shows (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 11:30-12:30pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 60 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. | NASA children's video programming continues the agency's tradition of investing in the nation's education programs and supporting our country's educators who play a key role in preparing, inspiring, exciting, encouraging and nurturing the young minds of today, as they will be the workforce of tomorrow. NASA continues to pursue three major education goals: 1) Strengthening NASA and the nation's future workforce; 2) Attracting and retaining students in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM); 3) Engaging Americans in NASA's mission. WFMY-TV airs 1.5 hours of NASA programming on our station's digital multicast weather channel every week to help support these goals. 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. |
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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. | |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
WFMY Television Corp.
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