WTTG Reveals Missing School Funds, DA Investigates
February 6th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyHow often do we read about teachers using their own money to buy supplies for their students because of cash-strapped school systems? This is a great example of how TV station news operations can, and do, hold community leaders accountable.
WISH Helping Indianapolis ‘Supergirls’ With Scholarship Support
February 6th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyWISH, a CW affiliate, is partnering with Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis to increase leadership development for girls throughout the area. “With WISH and The CW’s support, Girls Inc. is able to provide programming to the supergirls of Indianapolis so they have the tools to be the super leaders of tomorrow,” said Elyssa Campodonico-Barr, Girls Inc. president.
WISC Unveils ‘Future Of News’ Set By Devlin Design
February 5th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyWISC wanted Devlin Design Group to consider the future of news broadcasting when it came to designing the station’s new set. The design needed to showcase technology, increase production values, spotlight talent, and reflect the vibrant Madison, Wisconsin capitol city community.
WAPT Promo Promises Urgent, Unique News Coverage
February 5th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyWAPT in Jackson, Miss., promises in a new promo that its news coverage is exciting, urgent and unique. “The goal of all our promo campaigns is to help our viewers understand exactly what that looks like,” said Brett Kenyon, WAPT’s creative services director.
WGAL Preserving News Footage From 1949-1979
February 4th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyWGAL, Hearst’s NBC affiliate in Lancaster, Pa., is partnering with nearby Millersville University to preserve and digitize 30 years of the station’s news footage from 1949 through 1979. “When I first saw a portion of the archive in WGAL’s basement, I knew they had an unmatched treasure of historically significant material,” said Dr. Daniel Wubah, Millersville University’s president.
WMAQ’s News Chopper Is Above It All
February 1st, 2019 by Paul GreeleyChicago’s WMAQ positions its news chopper, Sky 5, as above it all. Here are a couple new promos. Diane Hannes, the station’s VP of creative services, sent these along inspired by the Market Share two-part series, Marketing Local TV News Choppers.
Mississippi’s WAPT Airing Miss Black America Pageant
January 31st, 2019 by Paul GreeleyThe Miss Black America Pageant will air on WAPT, Hearst’s ABC affiliate in Jackson, Miss., this Sunday afternoon from 3:30 to 5. One of those inspired by the pageant was Mississippi native Oprah Winfrey. See why the experience left her with a lasting impression.
Viewers Like New 24-Hour NewsNet: ‘Just News, No Opinion’
January 30th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyNewsNet is a new 24/7 news channel delivering national and international news, weather and sports headlines. And viewers are liking it. “NewsNet is unbiased news, period. I have yet to see a story with any slant or opinions, just straight facts. Basically, it’s news how news is supposed to be. I highly recommend these guys,” wrote one viewer.
WCIU To Air Black History Month Special
January 29th, 2019 by Paul GreeleyCreating History will feature six individuals and how they are leaving their mark on the world through compassion for others.
Live On This Yacht As Creative Services Director In Miami
January 28th, 2019 by Paul GreeleySouth Florida’s WSVN, the Fox affiliate owned by Sunbeam, is looking for a creative services director to continue its tradition of innovative promos, eye-catching visuals, and cutting-edge set designs.