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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
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| 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 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 (2 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7/2/11 to 9/10/11 10:00-10:30AM (See Question 17 D) |
| 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 | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling childrens author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. 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 Commissions rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | TROLLZ |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7/2/11 to 9/10/11 11:30-12:00PM(See Question 17 G) |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | An animated series about five teenage girls growing up in a magic and colorful world, who live by the credo B.F.F.I. - Best Friends for Life. The magic in their lives is interwoven into real-world type experiences through which they learn to engage in problem solving, creative thinking, and cooperative strategy skills. The series also provides an opportunity for the five girls to learn how to cope with some of the social and emotional issues of self-esteem relating to physical features and other personal attributes, emerging friendships and peer-group relationships, and other experiences found in Trollzopolis. 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 Commissions rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | TROLLZ |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/17/11 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 | 2011-09-03 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 (6 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7/2/11 to 9/10/11 11:00-11:30AM (See Question 17 F) |
| 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 | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | By means of fantasy, fun, music and rhyme, the Doodlebops teach children about their world and gives them the vital motivation and tools to explore it. Each episode will feature a live-action child who writes to the Doodles for help or advice with a problem. This child then gets "Doodlefied" and enters and animated world of the "Doodlenet" where they can hop on the magical tour bus and travel anywhere their imaginations can take them. Each episode will reinforce a lesson through a musical interlude or song that encapsulates the educational objective or message.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 Commissions 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 |
| List date and time rescheduled | 9/17/11 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 | 2011-09-03 |
| Episode # | |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9/17/11 & 9/24/11 11:00-11:30AM (See Question 17 F) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9/17/11 & 9/24/11 11:30-12:00AM (See Question 17 G) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | HORSELAND II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7/2/11 to 9/10/11 9:30-10:00AM (See Question 17 C) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mondays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 (11 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 (12 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7/2/11 to 9/10/11 10:30-11:00AM (See Question 17 E) |
| 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 | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling childrens author Richard Scarry, Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem-solving twist. Children can follow classic characters such as Huckle, Sally and Lowly as they scour Busytown on fun-filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of the episode's overall theme. 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 Commissions rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | HORSELAND |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9/17/11 & 9/24/11 9:30-10:00AM (See Question 17 C) |
| 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. | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | HORSELAND I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7/2/11 to 9/10/11 9:00-9:30AM (See Question 17 B) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9/17/11 & 9/24/11 10:00-10:30AM (See Question 17 D) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS ROCKIN' ROAD SHOW II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9/17/11 & 9/24/11 10:30-11:00AM (See Question 17 E) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DANGER RANGERS |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9/17/11 & 9/24/11 9:00-9:30AM (See Question 17 B) |
| 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 | 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 |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 18) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 |
| 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)? | |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Larry Audas |
| Address | 1615 Phillips Avenue |
| 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 3rd, DOODLEBOPS-l and TROLLZ were preempted by US Open Tennis on the CBS Network. Both of these programs were made good in their second home on September 17th. DOODLEBOPS I aired at 12:00pm and TROLLZ aired at 12:30pm on September 17th. Viewers were notified by crawls on-air on Saturdays August 20 and August 27 stating when and where these programs would be made good. On the day of the preemption, September 3, 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 HORSELAND I ended its 9:00-9:30am run on September 10. DANGER RANGERS moved into the 9:00am time period starting on September 17. C. Due to CBS changing the childrens programming line-up HORSELAND II ended its 9:30-10:00am run on September 10. Horseland moved into the 9:30am time period starting on September 17. D. Due to CBS changing the childrens programming line-up BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I ended its 10:00-10:30am run on September 10. DOODLEBOPS I moved into the 10:00am time period starting on September 17. E. Due to CBS changing the childrens programming line-up BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES II ended its 10:30-11:00am run on September 10. DOODLEBOPS II moved into the 10:30am time period starting on September 17. F. Due to CBS changing the childrens programming line-up DOODLEBOPS I ended its 11:00-11:30am run on September 10. BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES I moved into the 11:00am time period starting on September 17. Non-broadcast Efforts to Enhance Childrens Education: Tools for School, August 1 to August 31, WFMY News 2 conducted its annual Tools for School campaign with collection sites at 26 WalMart stores in our market. More than 30,000 children will benefit 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. The Good Morning Show and WFMY News 2 provided live coverage during the kick-off and reminded viewers about the campaign throughout its duration. Tools for School Jam: On August 19 WFMY News 2 sponsored a special back-to-school party for children. The event was held at Festival Park in Greensboro. More than 300 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, Guilford County Sheriffs Department safety officers, McGruff the Crime fighing dog from the Greensboro Police Department, Piedmont Parents Magazine, City Arts Drama, Greensboro Public Library, and the American Red Cross. 2011 Celebrating Excellence in Education: September 20, WFMY News 2 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 ratge, 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 Grimsley High School in Guilford County G. Due to CBS changing the childrens programming line-up TROLLZ ended its 11:30-12:00pm run on September 10. BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES-II moved into the 11:30am time period starting on September 17. |
| Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | FRIDAYS 10:00-10:30AM |
| 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. | 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. This program will air on the multicast digital stream channel only. |
| Other Matters (2 of 12) | 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 | 14 |
| 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 (3 of 12) | 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 | 14 |
| 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 (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | WEDNESDAYS 10:00-10:30AM |
| 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. | 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. This program will air on the multicast digital stream channel only. |
| Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | TUESDAYS 10:00-10:30AM |
| 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. | 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. This program will air on the multicast digital stream channel only. |
| Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | HORSELAND |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30-10:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | 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. |
| Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | SATURDAYS 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 "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. This program will air on the multicast digital stream channel only. |
| Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS I |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:00-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DOODLEBOPS II |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 10:30-11:00AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | THURSDAYS 10:00-10:30AM |
| 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. | 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. This program will air on the multicast digital stream channel only. |
| Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | DANGER RANGERS |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:00-9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 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. |
| Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | WHATEVER (airs on multicasted 2.2) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | MONDAYS 10:00-10:30AM |
| 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. | 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. This program will air on the multicast digital stream channel only. |
| Question | Response |
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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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