Hearst Names Executive Producer For National Investigative Unit
November 21st, 2018 by Paul GreeleyTravis Sherwin will move from being the news director at Hearst’s WPBF in West Palm to head up the company’s national investigative unit out of Washington, D.C. Sherwin said that while he enjoyed being a news director, “this is where my heart is, telling stories that are compelling and that people care about.”
WTVO’s Teen Quiz Show Continues To Deliver
November 20th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyAn old-fashioned brains vs. brains quiz show, one high school against another in a fast-paced test of student knowledge is entering into its fifth season on WTVO and WQRF in Rockford, Ill. “It proves that people will still tune in to watch locally originated programming that offers value to the viewer and business owner,” said Kelly Lattimer, WQRF’s general manager.
TV News Print Ads From Days Gone By
November 2nd, 2018 by Paul GreeleyLocal TV news back in the day used to frequently advertise in the local newspaper. Here are some random print ads that I found interesting. If you’ve got a print ad example from your TV station, or any other for that matter, from yesterday or today you’d like to share, send them to me.
KMBC Airing Missouri U.S. Senate Debate Tonight
October 25th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyKMBC’s debate tonight will include questions from local voters from across the political spectrum. “Keeping viewers informed as they prepare to vote is an enormous responsibility and one of our most important roles as journalists in Kansas City,” said Dan O’Donnell, KMBC’s news director.
An Inside Look At WMBB During Hurricane Michael
October 24th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyThe employees working at WMBB in Panama City, Fla., endured personal hardships while covering Hurricane Michael. A news director from another market sent to help recounts what he saw while there. “When they finally got a moment to stop and breathe, they had time to reflect. Their stories would break your heart yet inspire you at the same time. While their priority was helping their community and serving as a voice for others, they had their own stories to tell.”
WMAR Collects Donations To Fill ‘House Of Ruth’
October 19th, 2018 by Paul GreeleySince its founding in 1977, House of Ruth Maryland has helped more than 100,000 victims through its shelter, 24-hour hotline, counseling, outreach, training and legal services. WMAR partnered with the organization to collect diapers and wipes, new women’s and children’s underwear and twin-size comforters, sheets and pillows.
WPVI Airing Pennsylvania Senate Debate Sunday
October 19th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyWPVI news anchor Jim Gardner will moderate a debate between Pennsylvania’s Senator Bob Casey (D) and Congressman Lou Barletta (R) to air on Sunday morning.
Detroit’s WXYZ Celebrating 70 Years On Channel 7
October 4th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyWXYZ is celebrating 70 Years of 7. For 70 years, WXYZ has served the people of Southeast Michigan and covered the stories that connect, inform and strengthen its communities. “It’s an honor to look back at the past 70 years and the incredible impact WXYZ has had on this community,” said Mike Murri, WXYZ’s general manager.
Weather Testimonials And Other New TV News Promos
October 3rd, 2018 by Paul GreeleyNew image promos from Orlando, Atlanta, Milwaukee and Charlotte that promote trust, celebrate anniversaries, introduce new talent, and position the station as part of the community.
Former WCTI GM Praises Staff’s Florence Coverage
September 26th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyLyle Schulze was once general manager of WCTI in New Bern, N.C. He emailed me to comment on how WCTI survived Hurricane Florence. “They are to all be commended for their perseverance and courage to continue to deliver life-saving information to the viewers of eastern North Carolina.”