Raycom Hopes Its Viewers Want More ‘Me Time’
September 25th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyInstead of looking at off-the-shelf syndicated programming, Raycom Media decided to tailor its own, a half-hour talk show featuring two comediennes. Me Time with Frangela features the team of Frances Callier and Angela V. Shelton, who have been friends for more than 20 years. Ken Reiner, Raycom’s programming VP, sees the show as an opportunity “to really look at something that’s new, unique, fun and dynamic.”
WKOW Madison Comes To Aid Of Wisconsin Flood Victims
September 25th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyOn Sept. 6, WKOW teamed up with the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Red Cross to hold a live telethon that raised almost $130,000 for flood relief. “This disaster hit us hard here at home, but our viewers and community organizations still stepped up to help their neighbors,” said Ed Reams, WKOW news director.
How Sinclair’s WCTI Covered Hurricane Florence Despite Flooded Building
September 24th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyWith its building flooded out, Sinclair’s WCTI in New Bern, N.C., had to get creative to bring its viewers news coverage of Hurricane Florence. Facebook carried the load for a few days, and then when it got back on the air, producing newscasts from locations all over town kept viewers in the know. “We have a lot of young people here and I’m impressed by how well they’re taking it and how well they’re doing. They know they have a task,” said Sean Finn, WCTI’s creative services director.
WTVD And Disney Raise Over $1 Million For Hurricane Relief
September 24th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyDuring a week of giving, WTVD, along with its corporate owner, The Walt Disney Co., collected over $1 million to help provide overnight shelter stays, emergency supplies, medical assistance, meals and other life-saving services to the people of North Carolina. “This is a great example of how people come together when there is a need,” said Caroline Welch, WTVD’s general manager.
Sinclair Devotes Today To Hurricane Florence Relief Efforts
September 20th, 2018 by Paul GreeleySinclair will hold a relief effort, Stand Strong for the Carolinas, all day today encouraging viewers to help those struggling to rebuild. As part of the push, Sinclair will match the first $100,000 of the funds raised nationally.
WGHP Holds 13-Hour Telethon For Hurricane Florence Victims
September 20th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyMore than 1,000 individual donations totaling more than $122,000 were raised in a 13-hour telethon held by WGHP High Point, N.C., to help victims of Hurricane Florence. “The Salvation Army is extremely blessed by our generous community and great partners like WGHP who helped us accomplish an amazing goal today,” said Captain Matt Hedgren of the Salvation Army.
WTAE Chronicles Pittsburgh’s Natural Wonders
September 19th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyWorld class parks, fishing, river gorges, thousands of miles of trails — all in Pittsburgh. Who knew? An hour-long special explores outdoor life in Western Pennsylvania. “This special just might introduce you to places and experiences you didn’t even know existed,” says Charles W. Wolfertz III, WTAE’s general manager.
KPRC Promotes Diversity With Hispanic Heritage Month
September 18th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyKPRC is celebrating diversity by featuring profiles of Hispanic citizens in Houston including some from the station. “What better time to celebrate not only the high profile, but the everyday citizens, neighbors and co-workers who inspire us?” said Jerry Martin, KPRC’s general manager
Creative Promos For WSFL’s New Programming Schedule
September 17th, 2018 by Paul GreeleyIn Florida, the unofficial state bird is jokingly referred to as the construction crane. So WSFL in Miami used that icon as the basis of a series of promos to highlight programming changes.