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(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report

FRN:
0018223693
File Number:
CPR-134527
Submit Date:
10/08/2012
Call Sign:
KEYC-TV
Facility ID:
68853
City:
MANKATO
State:
MN
Service:
Full Service Television
Purpose:
Children's TV Programming Report
Status:
Received
Status Date:
10/08/2012
Filing Status:
Active



Report reflects information for : Third Quarter of 2012

General Information

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Attachments Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application?

Applicant Information

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Applicant Name, Type, and Contact Information

Applicant Address Phone Email Applicant Type

Contact Representatives (0)

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Contact Name Address Phone Email Contact Type

Children's Television Information

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Section Question Response
Station Type Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network CBS/FOX
Nielsen DMA Mankato
Web Home Page Address www.keyc.tv

Digital Core Programming

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Question Response
State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream 4.0
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 130.0
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 Programs(16)

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Digital Core Program (1 of 16) Response
Program Title NOW EAT THIS! WITH ROCCO DISPIRITO
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 12-12:30 P.M.
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 13 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. NOW EAT THIS! WITH ROCCO DISPIRITO IS A DIFFERENT VERSION OF A COOKING SHOW - DIFFERENT IN THAT THE EMPHASIS IS ON FAMILIES AND CHANGING A FAMILY'S BEHAVIOR AND COOOKING CULTURE WITH THE GOAL OF MAKING THE FAMILY'S KIDS HEALTHIER. FAMILIES WITH CHIILDREN WHO WANT TO CHANGE THEIR CALORIC INTAKE HABITS WITH THE RESULT OF GREATER OVER ALL HEALTH. THE CLIMAX OF EACH PROGRAM IS NICELY BUILT TO FEATURE CHILDREN AS THE ULTIMATE JUDGS - AND EVALUATE FAMILIAR DISHES PREPARED IN A HEALTHIER WAY.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (2 of 16) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
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. The 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 Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program DOODLEBOPS - I
List date and time rescheduled 8/18/2012 5:00-5:30P
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
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 (3 of 16) Response
Program Title ANIMAL ATLAS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY-SATURDAYS 1:30-2:00 P.M.
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ANIMAL ATLAS IS AN EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIVE TELEVISION SERIES THAT TRAVELS THE GLOBE TO MEET EVERY KIND OF ANIMAL IMAGINABLE, FROM THE FAMILIAR TO THE ASTOUNDING. WE LEARN ABOUT THEIR LIVES, THEIR HISTORY AND THE ADAPTATIONS THAT HAVE ALLOWED THEM TO SURVIVE AND THRIVE. LEARNING ABOUT THE ANIMALS IS HEARTWARMING, INVIGORATING, AND WILDLY ENTERTAINING. BEST OF ALL, THEY MEET THE ANIMALS FACE TO FACE, WHETHER APE OR GIANT LIZZARD, SHARK OR TIGER, OR ANY OTHER AMAZING ANIMAL FROM THE AMERICAS.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (4 of 16) Response
Program Title HORSELAND
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
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. Horseland is an animated series about five girls and two boys who live in spectacular countryside that houses a farm called Horseland. Each of these main characters has a special horse whose personality is similar to its owner's. Horseland and its unique approach of integrating the personality of the main characters and animals serve to reinforce prosocial themes. Horseland is also a "coming of age" series in which viewers experience and learn from the social interactions, hopes, dreams, and even fears of this group of culturally diverse adolescents. From this background, the experiences of sharing, caring, compromise, friendship, respect, and competition emerge to provide the young viewers with social and emotional guidelines for better understanding many of the life-lessons they need to learn as they grow and develop. 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 Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program HORSELAND
List date and time rescheduled 9/2/2012 5:00 -5:30 p.m.
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
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 (5 of 16) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
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. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's 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 Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II
List date and time rescheduled 8/26/2012 7:00 -7:30 a.m.
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 16) Response
Program Title LIBERTY'S KIDS I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays - 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
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 purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. 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 16) Response
Program Title MISSING
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 1:00-1:30 P.M.
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MISSING IS A WEEKLY HALF-HOUR REALITY SERIES FEATURING ACTUAL CASES OF MISSING INDIVIDUALS, BOTH ADULT AND JUVENILE, FROM ACROSS THE UNITED STATES. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES TIPS AND INFORMATION TO KEEP CHILDREN SAFE. SERIES IS E/I RATED AND SUITABLE FOR FAMILY VIEWING. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO WWW.TELCOPRODUCTIONS.COM.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (8 of 16) Response
Program Title MLB PLAYER POLL
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 2:00-2:30 P.M.
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MLB PLAYER POLL HIGHLIGHTS THE PRO-SOCIAL ON-AND-OFF THE FIELD ACTIVITIES OF MLB'S LEADING PLAYERS AND COACHES. WORKING WITH THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR SPORT AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION, THE SHOW SEEKS TO PROVIDE TODAYS YOUTH WITH EDUCATIONAL MESSAGES THAT CAN HAVE AN IMPACT ON DEVELOPMENT OF POSITIVE LIFESTYLE BEHAVIORS. THE PROGRAM PORTRAYS THE POSITIVE OUTCOMES THAT RESULT FROM DEDICATION AND HARD WORK.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (9 of 16) Response
Program Title ANIMAL RESCUE
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 11-11:30 AM
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ANIMAL RESCUE SERVES THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN 16 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER WITH ITS PROGRAM CONTENT, INCLUDING SAFETY TIPS AND REAL LIFE IN-THE-FIELD EXPERIENCES OF PROFESSIONAL AND ORDINARY PEOPLE TAKING CARE OF, TREATING AND HELPING VARIOUS ANIMALS.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (10 of 16) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
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. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's 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 Commission's rules.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I
List date and time rescheduled 8/25/2012 5-5:30 p.m.
Is the rescheduled date the second home? No
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 (11 of 16) Response
Program Title JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 11:30-12NOON
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES IS A HALF-HOUR LIVE ACTION TELEVISION PROGRAM DESIGNED TO MEET THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN. IN EACH EPISODE, THE CAMERAS FOLLOW JACK AS HE SPENDS TIME WITH NATURE'S CREATURES ACROSS THE CONTINENTS. JACK TALKS WITH PEOPLE THAT ARE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT EACH ANIMAL AND HABITAT, TEACHING AS HE GOES. EACH EPISODE IS DESIGNED TO REVEAL TO CHILDREN THE WORLD AROUND THEM IN A WAY THAT PRESENTS POSITIVE ROLE MODELS AND PRO-SOCIAL VALUES WITHIN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE UNIVERSE.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (12 of 16) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
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. The 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 Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program DOODLEBOPS - II
List date and time rescheduled 8/19/2012 7:00-7:30 a.m.
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 (13 of 16) Response
Program Title LIBERTY'S KIDS II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
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 purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. 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 16) Response
Program Title DANGER RANGERS
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
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. Danger Rangers is an animated series focusing on rules for safety in various situations and providing children with clear cut safety information. The program features animal superheroes that work as a safety squad to protect children. They reinforce concepts of teamwork and preparedness, and model for children the acquisition of important health and safety information. The episodes are structured to present potential safety concerns, such as the need to take proper safety precautions when swimming, and use a song to introduce the relevant steps that should be taken. 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 Preemption Programs #1

Questions Response
Title of Program DANGER RANGERS
List date and time rescheduled 9/2/2012 7:00 -7:30 a.m.
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 16) Response
Program Title ANIMAL ATLAS CLASSICS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 12-12:30 P.M.
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ANIMAL ATLAS CLASSICS PRODUCES INFORMATION ON ANIMAL WEIGHT, ANIMAL BEHAVIOR, ANIMAL SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS, AND HABITAT ADAPTATION IN ADDITION TO THE EXPECTED DATA. THE SHOW IS PRESENTED IN A NARRATIVE STYLE THAT IS INTERMIXED WITH HISTORY, LITERATURE AND OTHER GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENCY, FABLES AND LEGENDS.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Digital Core Program (16 of 16) Response
Program Title DOG TALES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 12:30-1:00P.M.
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 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. DOG TALES IS A PROGRAM CONTAINING INFORMATION ON MEDICAL AND HEALTH ISSUES FOR DOGS AND EDUCATES CHILDREN ABOUT ALL TYPES OF DOGS BY SHOWCASING PROFESSIONAL AND NON-PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE CARING FOR DOGS, AS WELL AS LEARNING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOG OWNERSHIPS. BY PROMOTING COMPASSIONATE BEHAVIOR WITH THE POSITIVE MESSAGE ABOUT "MAN'S BEST FRIEND" AND HOW THEY ARE A MAJOR PART OF OUR WORLD.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes

Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (3)

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Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 3) Response
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: Sundays 7-7:30 a.m.
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 10
Number of Preemptions -1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES IS A HALF-HOUR LIVE ACTION TELEVISION PROGRAM DESIGNED TO MEET THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN. IN EACH EPISODE, THE CAMERAS FOLLOW JACK AS HE SPENDS TIME WITH NATURE'S CREATURES ACROSS THE CONTINENTS. JACK TALKS WITH PEOPLE THAT ARE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT EACH ANIMAL AND HABITAT, TEACHING AS HE GOES. EACH EPISODE IS DESIGNED TO REVEAL TO CHILDREN THE WORLD AROUND THEM IN A WAY THAT PRESENTS POSITIVE ROLE MODELS AND PRO-SOCIAL VALUES WITHIN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE UNIVERSE.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

Date and Time Aired:

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Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (2 of 3) Response
Program Title Animal Rescue
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: Saturdays 11-11:30 a.m.
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 5
Number of Preemptions -1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ANIMAL RESCUE SERVES THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN 16 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER WITH ITS PROGRAM CONTENT, INCLUDING SAFETY TIPS AND REAL LIFE IN-THE-FIELD EXPERIENCES OF PROFESSIONAL AND ORDINARY PEOPLE TAKING CARE OF, TREATING AND HELPING VARIOUS ANIMALS.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

Date and Time Aired:

Questions Response
Date Time
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (3 of 3) Response
Program Title MYSTERY HUNTERS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: SECONDARY SATURDAYS OR SUNDAYS VARIOUS
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: 8
Number of Preemptions -1
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MYSTERY HUNTERS IS A CANADIAN DOCUMENTARY TELEVISION SERIES WITH TEENAGE HOSTS ARAYA AND CHRISTINA AND FOLLOWS THEM AS THEY INVESTIGATE REAL-LIFE REPORTS OF MYSTERIES. THEY USE SCIENTIFIC RIGOUR TO TRY AND FIND PLAUSIBLE EXPLANATIONS FOR THE SIGHTINGS AND EYE WITNESS ACCOUNTS THAT TRIGGER THEIR INVESTIGATIONS.
Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? Yes
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? Yes

Date and Time Aired:

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Sponsored Core Programming (0)

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Liaison Contact

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Question Response
Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Yes
Name of children's programming liaison Janet Ellanson
Address 1570 Lookout Drive
City N. Mankato
State MN
Zip 56003
Telephone Number (507) 625-7905
Email Address tvjan@keyc.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. Please refer to the station's public inspection file for additional information concerning children's educational and informational activities and programming. Please note that "SECONDARY" DTV programs relate to KEYC DT 12-2 digital subchannel that is not offered as a broadcaster via analog. This sub-channel is a Fox Affiliate.

Other Matters (13)

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Other Matters (1 of 13) Response
Program Title JACK HANNAS ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 11:30-12:00PM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. JACK HANNA'S ANIMAL ADVENTURES IS A HALF-HOUR LIVE ACTION TELEVISION PROGRAM DESIGNED TO MEET THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN. IN EACH EPISODE, THE CAMERAS FOLLOW JACK AS HE SPENDS TIME WITH NATURE'S CREATURES ACROSS THE CONTINENTS. JACK TALKS WITH PEOPLE THAT ARE KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT EACH ANIMAL AND HABITAT, TEACHING AS HE GOES. EACH EPISODE IS DESIGNED TO REVEAL TO CHILDREN THE WORLD AROUND THEM IN A WAY THAT PRESENTS POSITIVE ROLE MODELS AND PRO-SOCIAL VALUES WITHIN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE UNIVERSE.
Other Matters (2 of 13) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.
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. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's 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 Commission's rules.
Other Matters (3 of 13) Response
Program Title ANIMAL ATLAS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 1:30-2:00PM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ANIMAL ATLAS IS AN EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIVE TELEVISION SERIES THAT TRAVELS THE GLOBE TO MEET EVERY KIND OF ANIMAL IMAGINABLE, FROM THE FAMILIAR TO THE ASTOUNDING. WE LEARN ABOUT THEIR LIVES, THEIR HISTORY AND THE ADAPTATIONS THAT HAVE ALLOWED THEM TO SURVIVE AND THRIVE. LEARNING ABOUT THE ANIMALS IS HEARTWARMING, INVIGORATING, AND WILDLY ENTERTAINING. BEST OF ALL, THEY MEET THE ANIMALS FACE TO FACE, WHETHER APE OR GIANT LIZZARD, SHARK OR TIGER, OR ANY OTHER AMAZING ANIMAL FROM THE AMERICAS.
Other Matters (4 of 13) Response
Program Title NOW EAT THIS! WITH ROCCO DISPIRITO
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 12-12:30 P.M.
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. NOW EAT THIS! WITH ROCCO DISPIRITO IS A DIFFERENT VERSION OF A COOKING SHOW - DIFFERENT IN THAT THE EMPHASIS IS ON FAMILIES AND CHANGING A FAMILY'S BEHAVIOR AND COOOKING CULTURE WITH THE GOAL OF MAKING THE FAMILY'S KIDS HEALTHIER. FAMILIES WITH CHIILDREN WHO WANT TO CHANGE THEIR CALORIC INTAKE HABITS WITH THE RESULT OF GREATER OVER ALL HEALTH. THE CLIMAX OF EACH PROGRAM IS NICELY BUILT TO FEATURE CHILDREN AS THE ULTIMATE JUDGS - AND EVALUATE FAMILIAR DISHES PREPARED IN A HEALTHIER WAY.
Other Matters (5 of 13) Response
Program Title MYSTERY HUNTERS
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 2:00 - 2:30PM
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MYSTERY HUNTERS IS A CANADIAN DOCUMENTARY TELEVISION SERIES WITH TEENAGE HOSTS ARAYA AND CHRISTINA AND FOLLOWS THEM AS THEY INVESTIGATE REAL-LIFE REPORTS OF MYSTERIES. THEY USE SCIENTIFIC RIGOUR TO TRY AND FIND PLAUSIBLE EXPLANATIONS FOR THE SIGHTINGS AND EYE WITNESS ACCOUNTS THAT TRIGGER THEIR INVESTIGATIONS.
Other Matters (6 of 13) Response
Program Title ANIMAL RESCUE
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 11-11:30 A.M.
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. ANIMAL RESCUE SERVES THE EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL NEEDS OF CHILDREN 16 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER WITH ITS PROGRAM CONTENT, INCLUDING SAFETY TIPS AND REAL LIFE IN-THE-FIELD EXPERIENCES OF PROFESSIONAL AND ORDINARY PEOPLE TAKING CARE OF, TREATING AND HELPING VARIOUS ANIMALS.
Other Matters (7 of 13) Response
Program Title MISSING
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 1:00-1:30 P.M.
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. MISSING IS A WEEKLY HALF-HOUR REALITY SERIES FEATURING ACTUAL CASES OF MISSING INDIVIDUALS, BOTH ADULT AND JUVENILE, FROM ACROSS THE UNITED STATES. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES TIPS AND INFORMATION TO KEEP CHILDREN SAFE. SERIES IS E/I RATED AND SUITABLE FOR FAMILY VIEWING. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO WWW.TELCOPRODUCTIONS.COM.
Other Matters (8 of 13) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8-8:30 a.m.
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. The 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 13) Response
Program Title BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES - I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.
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. Inspired by the beloved works of best-selling children's 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 Commission's rules.
Other Matters (10 of 13) Response
Program Title DOG TALES
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled SECONDARY - SATURDAYS 12:30 - 1 P.M.
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 13
Length of Program 30 mins
Age of Target Child Audience from 12 years to 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. DOG TALES IS A PROGRAM CONTAINING INFORMATION ON MEDICAL AND HEALTH ISSUES FOR DOGS AND EDUCATES CHILDREN ABOUT ALL TYPES OF DOGS BY SHOWCASING PROFESSIONAL AND NON-PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE CARING FOR DOGS, AS WELL AS LEARNING THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOG OWNERSHIPS. BY PROMOTING COMPASSIONATE BEHAVIOR WITH THE POSITIVE MESSAGE ABOUT "MAN'S BEST FRIEND" AND HOW THEY ARE A MAJOR PART OF OUR WORLD.
Other Matters (11 of 13) Response
Program Title DOODLEBOPS - II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
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. The 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 (12 of 13) Response
Program Title LIBERTY'S KIDS I
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:00 - 10:30 a.m.
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. The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. 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 (13 of 13) Response
Program Title LIBERTY'S KIDS II
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.
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. The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers aged 9-11 to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of the episode. 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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