WHAS11 today announced Drew Deener is joining the WHAS11 Cardinal Sports Network’s broadcast team. Deener will be the play-by-play announcer and will join Doug James and Bob Valvano for WHAS11’s coverage of the 2009-10 University of Louisville football and basketball seasons.
http://www.whas11.com/news/local/stories/UofL_Announce_Team.23257ec4.html
Friday, July 10, 2009
Courier Journal to Layoff 44 More Employees
More layoffs and early retirements came to the state's largest newspaper Thursday. Several sources at the Courier-Journal tell WHAS11 that 44 employees in many different departments, including a handful in the news division, are being cut.
http://www.whas11.com/topstories/stories/whas11-top-090709-cjlayoffs.2507b712.html
http://www.whas11.com/topstories/stories/whas11-top-090709-cjlayoffs.2507b712.html
Former WBNS Traffic Reporter Fired from Police Job
Residents of this Licking County village don't know whether they will continue to have a police force after the chief of nine years was fired.
Mike Kilburn, 54, who had served as Alexandria's police chief since March 2000, was terminated after a five-hour administrative hearing Tuesday. Village Council members retreated into executive session for about 15 minutes at the end of the hearing before coming back to vote 4-1 to fire Kilburn. Councilwoman Naomi Compton abstained.
http://www.dispatchpolitics.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/07/09/copy/Kilburn.ART_ART_07-09-09_B3_H2EE0TL.html?adsec=politics&sid=101
Mike Kilburn, 54, who had served as Alexandria's police chief since March 2000, was terminated after a five-hour administrative hearing Tuesday. Village Council members retreated into executive session for about 15 minutes at the end of the hearing before coming back to vote 4-1 to fire Kilburn. Councilwoman Naomi Compton abstained.
http://www.dispatchpolitics.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/07/09/copy/Kilburn.ART_ART_07-09-09_B3_H2EE0TL.html?adsec=politics&sid=101
Former WHIZ GM Dies in Plane Crash
Michael and Andrew Land had spent the holiday weekend with family in Huntington, W.Va., when on the way home the single-engine Cessna plane Michael was flying suddenly disappeared off the radar.
http://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/article/20090708/NEWS01/907080301/1002
http://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/article/20090708/NEWS01/907080301/1002
WOUB Honored by Tellys
WOUB’s documentary “The 8th Wonder: The Waterloo Wonders” was given the bronze honor by the Telly Awards.
The documentary, produced and directed by Cheri Russo, WOUB News managing editor and edited by Nick Parsons, premiered in November 2008 on WOUB-TV. The program tells the story of a basketball team from Waterloo, Ohio, who came from obscurity to take the Class B state championship in 1934 and 1935. The documentary shows how a small group of farm boys from Waterloo overcame obstacles to give hope to a region that had suffered greatly during one of the most difficult times in American history.
http://www.woub.org/about/index.php?page=47&item=1679
The documentary, produced and directed by Cheri Russo, WOUB News managing editor and edited by Nick Parsons, premiered in November 2008 on WOUB-TV. The program tells the story of a basketball team from Waterloo, Ohio, who came from obscurity to take the Class B state championship in 1934 and 1935. The documentary shows how a small group of farm boys from Waterloo overcame obstacles to give hope to a region that had suffered greatly during one of the most difficult times in American history.
http://www.woub.org/about/index.php?page=47&item=1679
WLWT News Director Resigns
WLWT-TV Channel 5 News Director Brennan Donnellan has resigned after six years with the Hearst-Argyle Television station to focus on a blog devoted to news and events in Anderson Township.
“The news business is facing a whirlwind of change,” Donnellon wrote in July 7 blog entry at aroundanderson.com, in which he announced his departure from News 5. “I believe opportunities are being created right now for new channels of community information like Around Anderson. This seems like the best and most exciting way to build something positive for our hometown.”
http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2009/07/06/daily23.html
“The news business is facing a whirlwind of change,” Donnellon wrote in July 7 blog entry at aroundanderson.com, in which he announced his departure from News 5. “I believe opportunities are being created right now for new channels of community information like Around Anderson. This seems like the best and most exciting way to build something positive for our hometown.”
http://cincinnati.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/stories/2009/07/06/daily23.html
Columbus BlueJackets Hire New Radio Play by Play Person
The Syracuse Crunch announced today that the Columbus Blue Jackets have added long-time Crunch broadcaster Bob McElligott to the club's broadcast team. He will join veteran play-by-play announcer George Matthews on all games broadcast via the Columbus Blue Jackets Radio Network, including flagship stations WBNS-AM, Sports Radio 1460 The Fan, and WWCD-FM, CD 101.
http://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/?id=3858745
http://www.oursportscentral.com/services/releases/?id=3858745
Former WHIO Director and Middletown Mayor Dies
Tributes poured in Monday, July 6 for Bob Wells, the former mayor of Middletown who passed away on Sunday at the age of 76.
“One of the things I’ll truly miss about him was I had a rapport with him,” said William “Kip” Moore, who served with Wells on city council. “He had a great knowledge of the city and was just a wealth of information for me.”
http://www.journal-news.com/news/hamilton-news/wells-friends-colleagues-pay-tribute-to-mayor-broadcaster-191697.html
“One of the things I’ll truly miss about him was I had a rapport with him,” said William “Kip” Moore, who served with Wells on city council. “He had a great knowledge of the city and was just a wealth of information for me.”
http://www.journal-news.com/news/hamilton-news/wells-friends-colleagues-pay-tribute-to-mayor-broadcaster-191697.html
WCMH Newsroom Veteran Gets GM Nod
With the beleaguered broadcast business increasingly focused on the bottom line, Dan Bradley’s promotion to general manager at WCMH Columbus July 1 may have surprised some. While group managers have typically preferred a seasoned sales type to head up a station, Bradley’s resume is full of news experience, including news director at WFLA Tampa and an eight-year stint as VP of news for corporate parent Media General. Most recently, he was director of digital journalism and content at WCMH.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/307377-Newsroom_Veterans_Getting_GM_Nods.php
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/307377-Newsroom_Veterans_Getting_GM_Nods.php
WXIX's Analog Signoff
WXIX's analog signoff. Watch and see.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzLYpNaZsQ0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzLYpNaZsQ0
FOrmer WTVW Anchor Dies of Pancreatic Cancer
Former WTVW-Fox 7 anchorwoman Ann Moore has lost her two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
An entry for July 3 on her Web site says, “Mom got to go to heaven early this morning. When she departed from this world, she was surrounded by the love of her family. Her suffering is over and the light of her love is still alive in all of us.”
http://btop.courierpress.com/news/2009/jul/03/ann-moore-dies-pancreatic-cancer/
An entry for July 3 on her Web site says, “Mom got to go to heaven early this morning. When she departed from this world, she was surrounded by the love of her family. Her suffering is over and the light of her love is still alive in all of us.”
http://btop.courierpress.com/news/2009/jul/03/ann-moore-dies-pancreatic-cancer/
WCPO Gets New Digital Antenna
Workers removed the antenna from the tower on the morning of Wednesday, June 24. After they removed the analog antenna, crews began the process of moving the new one to the top of the tower.
On Tuesday, July 7, crews began placing the new antenna at the top of the tower.
The new antenna will provide viewers with a much more powerful digital signal.
http://www.wcpo.com/news/local/story/UPDATE-WCPOs-New-Digital-Antenna-Going-Up/sz6E0mBbsEOuUBJfa0fwag.cspx
On Tuesday, July 7, crews began placing the new antenna at the top of the tower.
The new antenna will provide viewers with a much more powerful digital signal.
http://www.wcpo.com/news/local/story/UPDATE-WCPOs-New-Digital-Antenna-Going-Up/sz6E0mBbsEOuUBJfa0fwag.cspx
WXIX Expands 6pm News
TV viewers in the region will have four choices for local news at 6 p.m. when WXIX-TV (Channel 19) expands its year-old 6:30 p.m. newscast to an hour on Sept. 21.
“People have four local news choices for news at 6 a.m. Now they’ll have it at 6 p.m. too,” says Bill Lanesey, Channel 19 general manager.
The same anchor team - Tricia Macke, Dan Carroll and Steve Horstmeyer - will deliver the “Fox 19 Evening News @ 6 O’Clock.”
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090701/ENT/307010099/1175/Channel+19+to+expand+evening+news
“People have four local news choices for news at 6 a.m. Now they’ll have it at 6 p.m. too,” says Bill Lanesey, Channel 19 general manager.
The same anchor team - Tricia Macke, Dan Carroll and Steve Horstmeyer - will deliver the “Fox 19 Evening News @ 6 O’Clock.”
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090701/ENT/307010099/1175/Channel+19+to+expand+evening+news
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Simon Cowell Offered $144 Million to Stay With 'Idol'
EARLY salary figures from Simon Cowell's "American Idol" contract negotiations are leaking out and they're eye-popping.
Cowell, who reportedly made $36 million last year for judging the hit competition show, has been offered three or four times that amount -- between $100 million and $144 million per year -- by co-producers Fox and 19 Entertainment to stick with "Idol" when his contract expires next May, according to The Guardian, a London newpaper.
http://www.nypost.com/seven/06302009/tv/enormous_money_176757.htm
Cowell, who reportedly made $36 million last year for judging the hit competition show, has been offered three or four times that amount -- between $100 million and $144 million per year -- by co-producers Fox and 19 Entertainment to stick with "Idol" when his contract expires next May, according to The Guardian, a London newpaper.
http://www.nypost.com/seven/06302009/tv/enormous_money_176757.htm
Columbus' NBC Affiliate President Speaks on Tiered Affiliation Agreement
In Executive Session last week, NBC affiliate relations chief John Eck outlined the bold three-level plan by which affiliates could now partner with his network.
Affiliates can opt for the bronze level, a continuation of the current relationship, simply swapping distribution for ad inventory. Or, they can step up to the silver level and become partners in NBC's local and national Internet ventures. At gold, affiliates would also turn over their retransmission consent rights to the network, which would represent them in negotiations with cable and satellite and share in the revenue.
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/06/30/daily.3/
Affiliates can opt for the bronze level, a continuation of the current relationship, simply swapping distribution for ad inventory. Or, they can step up to the silver level and become partners in NBC's local and national Internet ventures. At gold, affiliates would also turn over their retransmission consent rights to the network, which would represent them in negotiations with cable and satellite and share in the revenue.
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/06/30/daily.3/
Supreme Court Declines to Hear DVR Case
Hollywood studios and television networks lost their bid Monday for the Supreme Court to block the use of a new digital video recorder system that could make it cheaper and easier for viewers to record shows and watch them when they want, without commercials.
The justices decline to hear arguments on whether Cablevision Systems Corp.'s remote-storage DVR violates copyright laws.
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/06/29/daily.10/
The justices decline to hear arguments on whether Cablevision Systems Corp.'s remote-storage DVR violates copyright laws.
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/06/29/daily.10/
The Truth About Teen TV Viewing According to Nielsen
Nielsen is taking on the panic in traditional media that teens are too busy "texting, Twittering or LOL-ing" to pick up a newspaper or flip on the TV.
Nielsen's June 2009 How Teens Use Media report, presented today by Nic Covey, director of insights for the Nielsen Company, at the annual What Teens Want conference at the Time & Life Building in New York, states that American teens actually watch more TV than they ever have (with a 6 percent increase during the past five years) and spend half as much time browsing the Internet than the rest of America. That's only 11 hours and 32 minutes a month!
http://www.observer.com/2009/politics/nielsen-teens-are-all-web-and-no-tv-lies
Nielsen's June 2009 How Teens Use Media report, presented today by Nic Covey, director of insights for the Nielsen Company, at the annual What Teens Want conference at the Time & Life Building in New York, states that American teens actually watch more TV than they ever have (with a 6 percent increase during the past five years) and spend half as much time browsing the Internet than the rest of America. That's only 11 hours and 32 minutes a month!
http://www.observer.com/2009/politics/nielsen-teens-are-all-web-and-no-tv-lies
New FCC Chairman Starts Right Away
Newly confirmed FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski released a statement thanking the president and Congress and praising his future colleagues, including giving a shout-out to the president's picks for the two open seats on the commission.
He was confirmed by unanimous consent Thursday evening and an FCC spokesperson said they expected the new chairman's first day at the commission would be Monday, June 29. The FCC's first public meeting is Thursday, July 2.
"I want to thank the members of the U.S. Senate for this enormous honor, first presented to me by President Obama to whom I am also deeply grateful," Genachowski said.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/306899-Genachowski_Expected_To_Start_Monday.php
He was confirmed by unanimous consent Thursday evening and an FCC spokesperson said they expected the new chairman's first day at the commission would be Monday, June 29. The FCC's first public meeting is Thursday, July 2.
"I want to thank the members of the U.S. Senate for this enormous honor, first presented to me by President Obama to whom I am also deeply grateful," Genachowski said.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/306899-Genachowski_Expected_To_Start_Monday.php
WHIO Anchor Facing Wrongful Death Suit
WHIO-TV news anchor Natasha Williams is facing a wrongful death civil lawsuit filed by the mother of a Moraine man who was killed in March 2007 in Harrison Twp. after his car collided with Williams’ SUV.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/tv-anchor-faces-suit-in-fatal-crash-175315.html?cxtype=rss_local-news
http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/tv-anchor-faces-suit-in-fatal-crash-175315.html?cxtype=rss_local-news
NBC Sets Fall Premiere Dates
NBC has released its Fall premiere schedule. The network will kick things off September 14 with The Jay Leno Show as previously announced. The Biggest Loser will return Tuesday, September 15 with a two-hour installment. That Thursday will also mark the premieres of the network's new Thursday night comedy lineup with Saturday Night Live Weekend Update kicking things off at 8 p.m., followed by Parks and Recreation at 8:30 p.m., The Office at 9 p.m. and Community at 9:30 p.m. NBC is holding 30 Rock till October 15 in an effort to drive some viewers to Community.
Heroes will return September 21, with the new show Parenthood launching September 23, and Law & Order and Southland returning Fridays starting September 25.
Saturday Night Live will premiere September 26.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295754-NBC_Sets_Fall_Premiere_Dates.php
Heroes will return September 21, with the new show Parenthood launching September 23, and Law & Order and Southland returning Fridays starting September 25.
Saturday Night Live will premiere September 26.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295754-NBC_Sets_Fall_Premiere_Dates.php
USA Leads in Cable Ratings
With one week left before the second quarter ends, USA Network is drawing away from TNT in the primetime ratings race. According to Nielsen data, USA now enjoys a 3% lead among adults 18-49, and the latest batch of weekly ratings numbers sees the network all but sewing up the title.
USA blew out the competition in the week ended June 21, averaging 1.7 million adults 18-49, topping runner-up TNT by some 728,000 viewers. The NBC Universal cable powerhouse also put together another convincing victory among total viewers, drawing an average audience of 3.95 million in primetime while walking away with the week's biggest deliveries of adults 25-54 (1.87 million) and viewers 18-34 (745,000).
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i0849a35b3cfeb85957715b6a48c76a2b
USA blew out the competition in the week ended June 21, averaging 1.7 million adults 18-49, topping runner-up TNT by some 728,000 viewers. The NBC Universal cable powerhouse also put together another convincing victory among total viewers, drawing an average audience of 3.95 million in primetime while walking away with the week's biggest deliveries of adults 25-54 (1.87 million) and viewers 18-34 (745,000).
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i0849a35b3cfeb85957715b6a48c76a2b
Time Warner and Comcast Partner for TV Everywhere
Time Warner and Comcast are pushing ahead with a plan to make big cable network shows available online to existing cable subscribers shortly after their first airing.
The industry giants unveiled Wednesday a set of guiding principles for what TW has dubbed TV Everywhere and announced a national technical trial of what Comcast will name its On Demand Online service starting with 5,000 customers in July.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i048f01beefa084a34d4077f22aec2576
The industry giants unveiled Wednesday a set of guiding principles for what TW has dubbed TV Everywhere and announced a national technical trial of what Comcast will name its On Demand Online service starting with 5,000 customers in July.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i048f01beefa084a34d4077f22aec2576
Columbus NBC Station Wins Multiple Awards in "Best Of" Readers Poll
Columbus Monthly magazine’s “Best Of” issue is out, and NBC 4 (WCMH-TV) and nbc4i.com was No. 1 in various categories of its annual readers’ poll.
Cabot Rea is the winner of the Best TV Male Anchor award. This is the 5th consecutive year Rea has won this category.
Jym Ganahl remains the leader among television meteorologists. He is the recipient of the Best Weatherperson for a noteworthy 20th straight year!
http://www.nbc4i.com/cmh/news/local/article/nbc_4_nbc4i.com_voted_best_of_in_columbus/18300/
Cabot Rea is the winner of the Best TV Male Anchor award. This is the 5th consecutive year Rea has won this category.
Jym Ganahl remains the leader among television meteorologists. He is the recipient of the Best Weatherperson for a noteworthy 20th straight year!
http://www.nbc4i.com/cmh/news/local/article/nbc_4_nbc4i.com_voted_best_of_in_columbus/18300/
PBS Developing Digital Learning Library
PBS today announced the launch of the PBS Digital Learning Library, a PBS system-wide online repository of digital education assets from public broadcasting programs and services nationwide. The PBS Digital Learning Library will be a comprehensive source of "learning objects," including video, audio, images, games, and interactive simulations designed specifically for classroom use, delivered to teachers exclusively through local PBS stations. Services to deliver these resources to teachers and learners will be available in fall 2009.
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2586424.htm
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/06/prweb2586424.htm
Cuts Coming to Lexington Local TV
Lexington's ABC affiliate is cutting some staff members and also will not renew the contracts of three news reporters, part of a wave of changes around Lexington's media driven by the rough economy.
WTVQ (Channel 36) plans to eliminate two full-time news producers once the employees' contracts end and has eliminated two part-timers and reclassified three positions from full-time to part-time.
The part-timers were a production person and a receptionist.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/846349.html
WTVQ (Channel 36) plans to eliminate two full-time news producers once the employees' contracts end and has eliminated two part-timers and reclassified three positions from full-time to part-time.
The part-timers were a production person and a receptionist.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/846349.html
2 Lexington Stations Finally Make the Switch to Digital
The national transition to digital television finishes Friday with Lexington's final two stations — NBC affiliate WLEX-18 and Fox affiliate WDKY-56 — ending their analog transmissions.
WLEX will switch just before NBC's Today begins at 7 a.m. and will be discussing the shutoff during its local newscasts from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. Telephone assistance for viewers will be available all day and throughout the weekend; call (859) 259-1818.
http://www.kentucky.com/263/story/827618.html
WLEX will switch just before NBC's Today begins at 7 a.m. and will be discussing the shutoff during its local newscasts from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. Telephone assistance for viewers will be available all day and throughout the weekend; call (859) 259-1818.
http://www.kentucky.com/263/story/827618.html
Dayton Station WPTD Expands Automation
Dayton, Ohio television station WPTD has augmented its existing NVerzion automation package to control 24/7 operations in connection with its origination of some 10 to 14 program streams. The automated functionality includes third-party router control, unattended overnight operations, VTR/video service interfacing, master control interfacing and a complete media database with an interface to the station's traffic operations.
http://www.tvtechnology.com/article/83044
http://www.tvtechnology.com/article/83044
Ville Voice Comments on the 2009 Metro Journalism Awards
Some of our favorite media types took home trophies at the 2009 Metro Journalism Awards presentation last night. We didn’t enter, because . . .
A - We Didn’t Want to Pay the Entry Fee
B - Our trophy shelf is full and there is no wall space.
C - If we won something, we would have felt obligated to attend the Awards ceremony.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/06/26/and-the-journalism-winners-are/
A - We Didn’t Want to Pay the Entry Fee
B - Our trophy shelf is full and there is no wall space.
C - If we won something, we would have felt obligated to attend the Awards ceremony.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/06/26/and-the-journalism-winners-are/
CBS Unveils Premiere Dates
CBS announced the start dates for the network’s new and returning shows. While the network doesn’t have a large offering of traditional genre shows, they still have the funny “Big Bang Theory” returning for its third season.
http://www.sliceofscifi.com/2009/06/25/cbs-unveils-fall-premieres/
http://www.sliceofscifi.com/2009/06/25/cbs-unveils-fall-premieres/
WOSU Interviews Prominent Blind/Deaf Man...For Radio
Today, I learned that WOSU has interviewed Bryan Grubb, a deaf-blind right activist and a motivational speaker from central Ohio, about deaf-blind rights. It was assumed that his interview would be telecast on WOSU-TV channel (Columbus, Ohio) sometime in the near future, with captions, of course. Instead, as Mr. Grubb learned today, his interview will be on RADIO.
http://underthehill.wordpress.com/2009/06/24/wosu-tv-interviewed-deaf-blind-man-for-radio-only/
http://underthehill.wordpress.com/2009/06/24/wosu-tv-interviewed-deaf-blind-man-for-radio-only/
What's The Digital Cliff?
As a TV viewer for 57 years, Larry Reddig was looking forward to the change to digital television with enthusiasm.
Reddig, who lives about 10 miles north of Newark, bought a 40-inch HDTV and set up a 60-foot antenna so that he would have a clear shot at all of his favorite Columbus stations.
What he didn't realize was that his hope of clear, worry-free TV viewing had gone off the digital cliff.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/06/24/DIGITAL_CLIFF.ART_ART_06-24-09_A1_LPE97TK.html?sid=101
Reddig, who lives about 10 miles north of Newark, bought a 40-inch HDTV and set up a 60-foot antenna so that he would have a clear shot at all of his favorite Columbus stations.
What he didn't realize was that his hope of clear, worry-free TV viewing had gone off the digital cliff.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/06/24/DIGITAL_CLIFF.ART_ART_06-24-09_A1_LPE97TK.html?sid=101
WCMH Gets New GM
Long-time WFLA-TV executive Dan Bradley was named vice president and general manager of WCMH-TV, an NBC affiliate of Media General in Columbus, Ohio.
The appointment is effective July 1.
Bradley worked at the Tampa station from 1979 through the 1990s before serving as Media General's vice president of news for the company's broadcast division from 2001 until April 2009.
http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/jun/23/sp-biz-bits/
The appointment is effective July 1.
Bradley worked at the Tampa station from 1979 through the 1990s before serving as Media General's vice president of news for the company's broadcast division from 2001 until April 2009.
http://www2.tbo.com/content/2009/jun/23/sp-biz-bits/
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Ohio AP Inducts New Hall of Fame Class
OAPB-HALL OF FAME
Ohio AP Broadcasters induct new Hall of Fame class
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Veteran Columbus reporter Carol Luper of WSYX-TV and Willard Parr, a broadcaster still on radio in southern Ohio after more than 50 years, have been inducted into the Ohio Associated Press Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
This year's class also includes TV reporter and anchor Dick Skelton, who died a little over a year ago. He retired in 2007 after 38 years with WFMJ-TV in Youngstown.
The new inductees were announced at the annual Ohio A-P Broadcasters awards luncheon in Columbus.
The Hall of Fame honors broadcast journalists who have served with exceptional distinction and honor and have worked in radio or TV news for at least 20 years at AP member stations in Ohio.
The OAPB also has honored the late morning anchor Heather Pick of WBNS-TV as the recipient of this year's Carl Day Outstanding Achievement Award for exceptional public service. Though she died last year following a battle with breast cancer, her memory continues to inspire work and contributions to fight the disease.
http://www.wlio.com/localNews.aspx?NewsID=11376
Ohio AP Broadcasters induct new Hall of Fame class
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Veteran Columbus reporter Carol Luper of WSYX-TV and Willard Parr, a broadcaster still on radio in southern Ohio after more than 50 years, have been inducted into the Ohio Associated Press Broadcasters Hall of Fame.
This year's class also includes TV reporter and anchor Dick Skelton, who died a little over a year ago. He retired in 2007 after 38 years with WFMJ-TV in Youngstown.
The new inductees were announced at the annual Ohio A-P Broadcasters awards luncheon in Columbus.
The Hall of Fame honors broadcast journalists who have served with exceptional distinction and honor and have worked in radio or TV news for at least 20 years at AP member stations in Ohio.
The OAPB also has honored the late morning anchor Heather Pick of WBNS-TV as the recipient of this year's Carl Day Outstanding Achievement Award for exceptional public service. Though she died last year following a battle with breast cancer, her memory continues to inspire work and contributions to fight the disease.
http://www.wlio.com/localNews.aspx?NewsID=11376
WKRC Intern Wins Top Student Sportscaster Award
Northern Kentucky University senior broadcast journalism major Will Chambers, has been recognized as one of the Top 20 Collegiate Sports Broadcasters in the country by Sportscasters Talent Agency of America (STAA).
http://www.kypost.com/content/sportsandscores/story/Student-Honored-Among-Nation-s-Top-Broadcasters/4FugR9161kWJWPS278lfnw.cspx
http://www.kypost.com/content/sportsandscores/story/Student-Honored-Among-Nation-s-Top-Broadcasters/4FugR9161kWJWPS278lfnw.cspx
Digi Channels Enjoy Brave New Post-DTV World
For stations, getting calls from hundreds of viewers on and around June 12 spelled a nightmare. For digital channels such as Retro Television and This TV, hearing from the masses in the dawn of fully digital television hinted at how big the multicast business might get.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295341-Digi_Channels_Enjoy_Brave_New_Post_DTV_World.php
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295341-Digi_Channels_Enjoy_Brave_New_Post_DTV_World.php
Digi Channels Enjoy Brave New Post-DTV World
For stations, getting calls from hundreds of viewers on and around June 12 spelled a nightmare. For digital channels such as Retro Television and This TV, hearing from the masses in the dawn of fully digital television hinted at how big the multicast business might get.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295341-Digi_Channels_Enjoy_Brave_New_Post_DTV_World.php
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295341-Digi_Channels_Enjoy_Brave_New_Post_DTV_World.php
The Ville Voice Splits With the CW
The new owners of CW affiliate WBKI-TV, Iowa-based Fusion Communications, fired station manager and Louisville Live morning host Dan Spangler on Tuesday. Yesterday, they notified us, through Craig Hoffman, that they no longer want a ‘Ville Voice/Page One segment on the morning show.
Hoffman gave no specific reason for the change, mumbling something about the way new management always makes changes, that they’re adding some things and taking away some things, that it was nothing personal. That’s not exactly true
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/06/19/were-splitting-with-cw/
Hoffman gave no specific reason for the change, mumbling something about the way new management always makes changes, that they’re adding some things and taking away some things, that it was nothing personal. That’s not exactly true
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/06/19/were-splitting-with-cw/
Cincy Works Through Tricky DTV Switch
While most markets had a fairly smooth switch to fully digital television last week, it took DMA #34 Cincinnati a little more time-and a lot more phone calls from perturbed viewers-to sort out its post-analog issues. With a high rate of over the air viewing and some topographical challenges, general managers in Cincinnati were prepared for problems, though perhaps not the degree of displacement that resulted last Friday.
WCPO VP/General Manager Bill Fee says the market's three phone banks (WCPO and WXIX shared one) logged 4,600 calls over the weekend. Compounding the issue was Newport's WKRC shifting from a UHF to VHF signal, and Scripps' WCPO's issues with its broadcast tower; the station is broadcasting in low power for the next few weeks until it moves its digital antenna-currently 100 feet below the top of the tower-in place of the analog antenna at the top.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295339-Cincy_Works_Through_Tricky_DTV_Switch.php
WCPO VP/General Manager Bill Fee says the market's three phone banks (WCPO and WXIX shared one) logged 4,600 calls over the weekend. Compounding the issue was Newport's WKRC shifting from a UHF to VHF signal, and Scripps' WCPO's issues with its broadcast tower; the station is broadcasting in low power for the next few weeks until it moves its digital antenna-currently 100 feet below the top of the tower-in place of the analog antenna at the top.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/295339-Cincy_Works_Through_Tricky_DTV_Switch.php
Louisville CW Lets Go Station Manager
Dan Spangler, the WBKI station manager and host of the local morning show Louisville Live, was dismissed from both positions yesterday by the station’s new ownership group, Fusion Communications.
Spangler said that about 4:30 yesterday, he was told that he was being let go due to budgetary considerations and asked to leave immediately
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/06/17/cw-shafts-spangler-no-more-dan-show/
Spangler said that about 4:30 yesterday, he was told that he was being let go due to budgetary considerations and asked to leave immediately
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/06/17/cw-shafts-spangler-no-more-dan-show/
WNKY Shorts The Tonight Show
Tonight, June 1, 2009, at about 11:25 CT, during Conan O'Brien's interview with his first guest, Will Farrell, WNKY cut away from the interview in progress and ran about 5 minutes of commercials. This was NOT during an NBC break for the Tonight Show; in other words WNKY shorted us on the Tonight Show.
When WNKY's broadcast returned to the Tonight Show, it was in the middle of a segment; that is: no "welcome back" from O'Brien.
http://www.topix.com/forum/city/bowling-green-ky/TGE2QC6VI3IT3CCKQ
When WNKY's broadcast returned to the Tonight Show, it was in the middle of a segment; that is: no "welcome back" from O'Brien.
http://www.topix.com/forum/city/bowling-green-ky/TGE2QC6VI3IT3CCKQ
WHIO Digital Signal to Improve
The Analog shutoff is complete, but the work on DTV continues at WHIO-TV.
When Congress delayed the digital transition in February, WHIO-TV was forced to postpone work on improving its digital signal. Now, that work is finally underway.
First, tower climbers will remove the old Analog antenna atop the WHIO-TV transmitter on Germantown Street in Dayton. Then, the station's new Digital antenna will be hoisted into place. The work is expected to take about three weeks.
WHIO-TV signed on the first digital transmitter in Dayton in October 2001 and began broadcasting all newscasts in a 16:9 widescreen format on April 1, 2007 - the first Ohio station outside of Cleveland to switch to the new format. Until now, the station's digital signal has been transmitted from the side of the Germantown tower.
http://www.whiotv.com/money/19757030/detail.html
When Congress delayed the digital transition in February, WHIO-TV was forced to postpone work on improving its digital signal. Now, that work is finally underway.
First, tower climbers will remove the old Analog antenna atop the WHIO-TV transmitter on Germantown Street in Dayton. Then, the station's new Digital antenna will be hoisted into place. The work is expected to take about three weeks.
WHIO-TV signed on the first digital transmitter in Dayton in October 2001 and began broadcasting all newscasts in a 16:9 widescreen format on April 1, 2007 - the first Ohio station outside of Cleveland to switch to the new format. Until now, the station's digital signal has been transmitted from the side of the Germantown tower.
http://www.whiotv.com/money/19757030/detail.html
Dayton TV Legend Gets Road of His Own
The WDTN family and the Moraine city officials teamed up Friday to honor a local TV legend.
The road running in front of the WDTN studios was named longtime employee, Bob Phillips.
http://www.wdtn.com/dpp/news/WDTN_Local_TV_legend_gets_a_road_of_his_own
The road running in front of the WDTN studios was named longtime employee, Bob Phillips.
http://www.wdtn.com/dpp/news/WDTN_Local_TV_legend_gets_a_road_of_his_own
Columbus' DTV Switch No Big Deal
Television's Big Switch took place yesterday, but there was more talk around local TV station newsrooms about Chastity Bono's sex change than about the switch from analog to digital television.
Broadcast channels were scheduled to complete their conversion from analog to digital signals throughout the day, and officials at central Ohio stations said that calls from viewers were light.
TV sets that receive over-the-air broadcasts via old-fashioned antennas had to be converted by yesterday in order to receive digital broadcasts, or their owners would see little but static.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/business/stories/2009/06/13/DTV_0613.ART_ART_06-13-09_A8_7CE5QGP.html?sid=101
Broadcast channels were scheduled to complete their conversion from analog to digital signals throughout the day, and officials at central Ohio stations said that calls from viewers were light.
TV sets that receive over-the-air broadcasts via old-fashioned antennas had to be converted by yesterday in order to receive digital broadcasts, or their owners would see little but static.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/business/stories/2009/06/13/DTV_0613.ART_ART_06-13-09_A8_7CE5QGP.html?sid=101
Digital Convertor Boxes Draw Crowd in Cincinnati
Hundreds of people lined up outside the FreestoreFoodbank for a chance to receive a free digital TV converter box this morning, hours after Cincinnati TV stations switched from analog to digital signals.
Hundreds of people lined up outside the FreestoreFoodbank for a chance to receive a free digital TV converter box this morning, hours after Cincinnati TV stations switched from analog to digital signals.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090612/ENT/306120050/1175/Digital+converter+boxes+draw+a+crowd
Hundreds of people lined up outside the FreestoreFoodbank for a chance to receive a free digital TV converter box this morning, hours after Cincinnati TV stations switched from analog to digital signals.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090612/ENT/306120050/1175/Digital+converter+boxes+draw+a+crowd
WOSU's "Open Line" Interim Host Known for TV Work
The latest voice of Open Line, the call-in show on WOSU (820 AM) radio, might ring familiar to central Ohio listeners.
Charlene Brown was an anchorwoman and a reporter for WSYX-TV (Channel 6) from 1990 to 2002.
For the past four years, she has hosted the monthly Artzine program on WOSU-TV (Channel 34).
Brown has filled in behind the Open Line microphone since Fred Andrle, longtime host and executive producer of the show, was heard May 29 during his last segment.
http://dispatch.com/live/content/arts/stories/2009/06/12/1A_OPEN_LINE.ART_ART_06-12-09_D1_96E51LA.html?sid=101
Charlene Brown was an anchorwoman and a reporter for WSYX-TV (Channel 6) from 1990 to 2002.
For the past four years, she has hosted the monthly Artzine program on WOSU-TV (Channel 34).
Brown has filled in behind the Open Line microphone since Fred Andrle, longtime host and executive producer of the show, was heard May 29 during his last segment.
http://dispatch.com/live/content/arts/stories/2009/06/12/1A_OPEN_LINE.ART_ART_06-12-09_D1_96E51LA.html?sid=101
Cincinnati's Channel 9 Signal to Get Boost on June 26
Reported by: John Matarese
Hundreds of viewers have been contacting us to say they cannot pick up Channel 9's Digital Signal with their new Converter Box, or new HDTV, even though they always received CH 9 fine on their old analog TV's. Or they suddenly can't find us or another Digital channel they had a week ago just fine.
http://www.kypost.com/news/local/story/HD-101-Why-Cant-You-Get-Ch-9-In-HD/Qyywc2oGqEmedDuNczngKg.cspx
Hundreds of viewers have been contacting us to say they cannot pick up Channel 9's Digital Signal with their new Converter Box, or new HDTV, even though they always received CH 9 fine on their old analog TV's. Or they suddenly can't find us or another Digital channel they had a week ago just fine.
http://www.kypost.com/news/local/story/HD-101-Why-Cant-You-Get-Ch-9-In-HD/Qyywc2oGqEmedDuNczngKg.cspx
WSYX Reporter Inducted into Hall of Fame: An Other Paper Take on the Honor
A fresh-faced Carol Luper humbly accepted induction into the Ohio Associated Press Broadcasters Hall of Fame Sunday. The award honors broadcast journalists who have served “with exceptional distinction and honor” for at least 20 years in radio or TV news at AP-member stations, according to the AP. Luper, a WSYX 6/Fox 28 reporter, has been in the biz almost 30 years.
http://www.theotherpaper.com/articles/2009/06/11/front/doc4a3106e8263cb578303942.txt
http://www.theotherpaper.com/articles/2009/06/11/front/doc4a3106e8263cb578303942.txt
Evansville's Jimmy Mack Inducted into Indiana Hall of Fame
Entertainment defines Jim McDowell's life. The 86-year-old Far-Northside resident will be inducted into the Indiana Broadcast Association Hall of Fame on Oct. 1.
http://www.indystar.com/article/20090611/LOCAL1802/906110328/1195/LOCAL18/+Jimmy+Mack++joins+Hall+of+Fame
http://www.indystar.com/article/20090611/LOCAL1802/906110328/1195/LOCAL18/+Jimmy+Mack++joins+Hall+of+Fame
WKRC May Implement Furloughs
We get this from the Kiese blog, and it's more bad news in the job market...but better than the alternative...
WKRC-TV 12/Cincinnati is going to implement furloughs, by order of Newport Television, which is requiring them at all of its operations, including corporate.
http://ohkyintristatemedia.blogspot.com/2009/06/furloughs-to-hit-wkrc-tv-12.html
WKRC-TV 12/Cincinnati is going to implement furloughs, by order of Newport Television, which is requiring them at all of its operations, including corporate.
http://ohkyintristatemedia.blogspot.com/2009/06/furloughs-to-hit-wkrc-tv-12.html
WWHO-TV Goes Green
The only television station in the region behind hundreds of green efforts and initiatives is now the first to take steps to make a greener, healthier work environment for its employees.
“We believe in the integration of an environmental philosophy here at The CW,” said Ellen Daly, WWHO-TV vice president/station manager. “This has been a major step in reducing our impact on the environment.”
http://www.wwhotv.com/dpp/project_green/WWHOTV_Green_Station_20090507
“We believe in the integration of an environmental philosophy here at The CW,” said Ellen Daly, WWHO-TV vice president/station manager. “This has been a major step in reducing our impact on the environment.”
http://www.wwhotv.com/dpp/project_green/WWHOTV_Green_Station_20090507
Crusade for Children Celebrated as a Success
Over the weekend, Kentuckians donated money to help children with special needs.
Our own Chris Allen, and WBKO, were among several stations statewide broadcasting parts of the telethon for the 56th annual WHAS Crusade for Children.
http://www.wbko.com/news/headlines/47227232.html
Our own Chris Allen, and WBKO, were among several stations statewide broadcasting parts of the telethon for the 56th annual WHAS Crusade for Children.
http://www.wbko.com/news/headlines/47227232.html
New Anchor News from WKYC and WBNS
http://ohiomedia.blogspot.com/2009/06/from-rest-of-broadcast-world.html
WBNS and ONN Take 23 Ohio AP Awards
WBNS-10TV and ONN took home 23 of the 40 awards given to large market television stations at this year's Ohio Associated Press annual luncheon held Sunday in Columbus.
10TV and ONN combined to sweep all three "Outstanding Operations" awards this year, placing first or second, respectively, in all.
Central Ohio's News Leader again led all stations/operations in the market, with 15 awards for journalistic excellence.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/06/08/story_ap_awards.html?sid=102
10TV and ONN combined to sweep all three "Outstanding Operations" awards this year, placing first or second, respectively, in all.
Central Ohio's News Leader again led all stations/operations in the market, with 15 awards for journalistic excellence.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/06/08/story_ap_awards.html?sid=102
WHIO Wins 11 Ohio AP Awards
WHIO-TV is proud to have won eleven Ohio Associated Press Awards and a Regional Edward R. Murrow Award.
The awards were presented on Sunday, June 7, at the Ohio Associated Press Awards Luncheon at the Columbus Hilton at Easton.
WHIO-TV and our Storm Center 7 meteorologists took the top honors in weather including Best Weather Operation and Best Regularly Scheduled Weather.
http://www.whiotv.com/station/19693816/detail.html
The awards were presented on Sunday, June 7, at the Ohio Associated Press Awards Luncheon at the Columbus Hilton at Easton.
WHIO-TV and our Storm Center 7 meteorologists took the top honors in weather including Best Weather Operation and Best Regularly Scheduled Weather.
http://www.whiotv.com/station/19693816/detail.html
Digital May Deliver for the CW
While some station execs and government wonks fret over the digital TV transition, others are starting to see opportunity.
The long-awaited -- and long-delayed -- move from analog to digital will serve as a great equalizer for TV stations that until now were second-class citizens in the over-the-air spectrum.
And that could mean wider audiences for the sources that provide programs for those stations -- including, most notably, the CW.
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118004574.html?categoryid=14&cs=1
The long-awaited -- and long-delayed -- move from analog to digital will serve as a great equalizer for TV stations that until now were second-class citizens in the over-the-air spectrum.
And that could mean wider audiences for the sources that provide programs for those stations -- including, most notably, the CW.
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118004574.html?categoryid=14&cs=1
Dayton Station Ranked #1 CBS Affiliate in Country
In nearly every measureable category, WHIO-TV is the number one rated CBS affiliate in the country. The CBS television network released national rankings for the month of May and perennial powerhouse WHIO attracted viewers like no other CBS affiliate in the country.
The Cox legacy station was rated number one during weekday mornings, primetime, late news, late night, and several other dayparts. WHIO-TV was also the number one rated CBS affiliate in the country overall, all dayparts, all seven days of the week.
http://www.whiotv.com/station/19668586/detail.html
The Cox legacy station was rated number one during weekday mornings, primetime, late news, late night, and several other dayparts. WHIO-TV was also the number one rated CBS affiliate in the country overall, all dayparts, all seven days of the week.
http://www.whiotv.com/station/19668586/detail.html
WKEF/WRGT Adds Meteorologist
Sister stations WKEF-TV (ABC 22) and WRGT-TV (Fox 45) have added meteorologist Jeff Booth to their stable of weather experts.
Booth, originally from Columbus, comes home to Ohio after predicting the relentlessly perfect weather in Honolulu, Hawaii, for the morning show, “Sunrise on KGMB9.”
http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/wkef-wrgt-adds-meterologist-to-staff-148652.html
Booth, originally from Columbus, comes home to Ohio after predicting the relentlessly perfect weather in Honolulu, Hawaii, for the morning show, “Sunrise on KGMB9.”
http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/wkef-wrgt-adds-meterologist-to-staff-148652.html
WBKO's Dorothea Brumsey Sings with Orchestra Kentucky Star
WBKO's Dorothea Brumsey sings for Orchestra Kentucky Star. Paste the link in your browser for video.
http://www.wbko.com/home/headlines/46587257.html
http://www.wbko.com/home/headlines/46587257.html
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Anchor Changes Coming for WBNS-10TV in Columbus
Jeff Hogan will join John Fortney as news anchor for the weekend edition of 10TV News HD, the station announced Wednesday.
Hogan will join Fortney at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m., WBNS-10TV president and general manager Tom Griesdorn announced.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/06/03/story_anchor_changes.html?sid=102
Hogan will join Fortney at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m., WBNS-10TV president and general manager Tom Griesdorn announced.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/06/03/story_anchor_changes.html?sid=102
Cincinnati Reporter Wins German Award
Cincinnati freelance TV reporter (and City Council Candidate) Laure Quinlivan has won a national journalism award from Germany’s RIAS (Radio in the American Sector) for her television news series “Cincinnati to Germany Connections” that aired on WLWT-TV in August 2008. She’ll be attending the RIAS award ceremony Sunday, June 7 at the Ritz Carleton in Berlin, Germany.
“The very lively and entertaining reports by Laure Quinlivan on the Sister Cities Cincinnati and Munich, show how Germans and Americans in both cities get to know each other and work together “said the official awards jury. “The TV reports were supported by the very good internet blog “Cincinnati to Germany Connections.”
RIAS judges included John Dancy, former NBC news correspondent; William Skane, former CBS producer; Dr. Melinda Crane, Berlin freelance journalist and Deutsche Welle news anchor; Claus Detjen, publicist; and Deiter Schroder, former publisher of Berlines Zeitung.
Quinlivan reported and produced 6-minute stories on Cincinnati’s Fairview German Language School, the University of Cincinnati’s “Summer in Munich” program and Cincinnati & Munich Parks exchanges. The reports aired on WLWT’s late newscasts. Quinlivan researched ideas and proposed the stories as a freelance project after being accepted as a RIAS fellow last year. RIAS, in partnership with RTNDF, pays the travel expenses of American journalists selected as fellows so they can produce stories for their American TV news stations following the two-week RIAS program.
WLWT-TV News Director Brennan Donnellon was pleased with the results. “Laure found exciting angles for these long form stories and provided extra material for versions we posted online,” said Donnellan. “We’re excited judges gave the stories an international award and you can still watch them on our web site.” http://www.wlwt.com/specialreports/index.html?rss=cin&psp=news
“The RIAS experience was incredible,” says Quinlivan. “We got to meet political and civic leaders in Germany, visit NATO headquarters, the World Bank and European Union. The best part for me was experiencing the German lifestyle – they’re way ahead of us when it comes to recycling, conservation and living “green,” says Quinlivan. After noting Germans of every age ride bikes in cities and the countryside, she plans to push for more bike paths in Cincinnati. She is an endorsed Democratic candidate for Cincinnati City Council, with an election in November.
Quinlivan worked 13 years for WCPO-TV in Cincinnati, where she won two Peabody Awards and 18 Emmys for investigative reporting. She is a Miami University graduate, and lives with her husband and two children in the Mt. Lookout neighborhood of Cincinnati. She entered the Cincinnati City Council race in March and looks forward to the citywide election in November. She is a member of IRE (Investigative Reporters & Editors), SPJ (Society of Professional Journalists), and NATAS (National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences). She is also with the Mt. Lookout Community Council.
Two Cincinnati videographers worked with Quinlivan on “Cincinnati to Germany Connections” and share in the award honors.
WLWT’s Christopher Knight shot the Cincinnati footage and edited the series. He is a 1992 graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s E-Media program, and will be a RIAS fellow this summer. He lives with his family in the Green Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati.
Videographer Joyce Looby shot video with Quinlivan in Munich and Donaueschingen, Germany. She works for Michael Bambino Productions. She graduated from Miami University in 1979, and lives with her family in Oxford, Ohio.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
WCMH Partners with Sports Media Group Bucknuts
They love their sports in Columbus, Ohio.
With that in mind, WCMH, the market's NBC affiliate, is partnering with Bucknuts Media Group, a local sports Web and magazine publisher.
Under their arrangement, WCMH and the Bucknuts online and print outlets will share content and work together on advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
The Bucknuts Media Group comprises Bucknuts.com, a Web site about Ohio State football and basketball; JJHuddle.com, a site dedicated to Ohio high school sports; Bucknuts the Magazine, Ohio High Magazine and The Bucknuts Radio Hour. It also holds an interest in ScoutingOhio.com, a high school recruiting site.
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/28/daily.11/
With that in mind, WCMH, the market's NBC affiliate, is partnering with Bucknuts Media Group, a local sports Web and magazine publisher.
Under their arrangement, WCMH and the Bucknuts online and print outlets will share content and work together on advertising and sponsorship opportunities.
The Bucknuts Media Group comprises Bucknuts.com, a Web site about Ohio State football and basketball; JJHuddle.com, a site dedicated to Ohio high school sports; Bucknuts the Magazine, Ohio High Magazine and The Bucknuts Radio Hour. It also holds an interest in ScoutingOhio.com, a high school recruiting site.
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/28/daily.11/
Former WKYT Anchor Buzz Riggins Dies
Floyd H. "Buzz" Riggins, a former Lexington television news anchor and businessman, died Saturday of colon cancer. He was 75.
Born in Danville, Mr. Riggins was well known, too, as owner of the local Mole Hole gift shops.
Beginning in 1968, he joined the staff at CBS affiliate WKYT-27 and became news director, as well as an anchor on the evening and late news.
http://www.kentucky.com/181/story/808973.html?storylink=omni_popular
Born in Danville, Mr. Riggins was well known, too, as owner of the local Mole Hole gift shops.
Beginning in 1968, he joined the staff at CBS affiliate WKYT-27 and became news director, as well as an anchor on the evening and late news.
http://www.kentucky.com/181/story/808973.html?storylink=omni_popular
Comcast and NFL Network Agree to 9-Year Deal
Comcast will make the NFL Network available to 10.8 million of its digital-basic subscribers by Aug. 1, ending nearly three years of legal hostilities with the National Football League by completing a nine-year deal Tuesday.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/20/sports/football/19nflnetwork.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/20/sports/football/19nflnetwork.html
TV Advertisers Offered Closer Ties With Content
IN another sign of how hard television executives are working to attract advertising in tough times, two cable channels plan to significantly expand an initiative that pairs commercials with relevant scenes in the shows they interrupt.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/20/business/media/20adco.html?_r=1
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/20/business/media/20adco.html?_r=1
Fox Wants Answers to Nielsen Ratings Issues
Fox Networks Group chairman and CEO Tony Vinciquerra is taking on ratings giant Nielsen Media Research.
Vinciquerra told Daily Variety he's frustrated by Nielsen's recent admission that its TV ratings may be off by as much as 8% -- and believes the company isn't acting promptly to correct the problem.
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118003924.html?categoryid=14&cs=1
Vinciquerra told Daily Variety he's frustrated by Nielsen's recent admission that its TV ratings may be off by as much as 8% -- and believes the company isn't acting promptly to correct the problem.
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118003924.html?categoryid=14&cs=1
ATAS Launches Virtual Academy Web Site
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation today launched its Virtual Academy (www.virtualtvacademy.org), an information Web site that gives users exclusive access to taped "state of the art" discussions with leading entertainment industry professionals.
"The foundation's aim is to enlarge the community that can benefit and regularly use the social networking and information resources of the Virtual Academy," says Foundation Executive Director Terri L. Clark. "The site will allow professors, department heads, students and seminar alumni access to these virtual sessions, which in the past were only available to faculty members chosen to take part in the Foundation's Faculty Seminar Academic program here at the Television Academy."
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/18/daily.6/
"The foundation's aim is to enlarge the community that can benefit and regularly use the social networking and information resources of the Virtual Academy," says Foundation Executive Director Terri L. Clark. "The site will allow professors, department heads, students and seminar alumni access to these virtual sessions, which in the past were only available to faculty members chosen to take part in the Foundation's Faculty Seminar Academic program here at the Television Academy."
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/18/daily.6/
Cincinnati DTV Conversion News
We already reported on WXIX-TV 19/Newport's decision to shut their analog signal off at 6am. Here's the entire day's schedule of analog shutdowns for Cincinnati (we don't know about the Dayton stations, but will find out):
12:01am: WCPO-TV 9/Cincinnati
2am: WKRC-TV 12/Cincinnati (shortly after, they will flashcut from digital channel 31 to digital 12, which is a VHF band station)
6am: WXIX (as noted above)
11:59pm: WLWT-TV 5/Cincinnati
The only problem we can see is with the WXIX shutdown occurring during their morning news programming. (And after what happened with their digital signal Tuesday night, we hope they'll be ready in the event that happens again.)
http://ohkyindtvwatch.blogspot.com/2009/05/couple-early-morning-dtv-items.html
12:01am: WCPO-TV 9/Cincinnati
2am: WKRC-TV 12/Cincinnati (shortly after, they will flashcut from digital channel 31 to digital 12, which is a VHF band station)
6am: WXIX (as noted above)
11:59pm: WLWT-TV 5/Cincinnati
The only problem we can see is with the WXIX shutdown occurring during their morning news programming. (And after what happened with their digital signal Tuesday night, we hope they'll be ready in the event that happens again.)
http://ohkyindtvwatch.blogspot.com/2009/05/couple-early-morning-dtv-items.html
WCPO and WXIX Narrow Ratings Gap with WKRC
All those promotions for Kathrine Nero and WCPO-TV's "Good Morning Tri-State" paid off.
The audience for Nero's 6-7 a.m. news on Channel 9 jumped 44 percent in May sweeps from a year ago, and into a tie with a 4.8 rating for second place with WXIX-TV (Channel 19).
Both stations narrowed the gap to three-tenths of a ratings point - or 2,747 TV homes - of longtime morning leader WKRC-TV (Channel 12), which drew a 5.1 rating.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090524/ENT/905240347/1175/Channel+9+gets+some++Good+Morning++news
The audience for Nero's 6-7 a.m. news on Channel 9 jumped 44 percent in May sweeps from a year ago, and into a tie with a 4.8 rating for second place with WXIX-TV (Channel 19).
Both stations narrowed the gap to three-tenths of a ratings point - or 2,747 TV homes - of longtime morning leader WKRC-TV (Channel 12), which drew a 5.1 rating.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090524/ENT/905240347/1175/Channel+9+gets+some++Good+Morning++news
WBNS Continues Ratings Domination in Columbus
Building off of a very successful March ratings book, WBNS-10TV continued its dominance in local news and syndicated programming, winning key time periods, from sign-on to sign-off, including every local newscast, the station announced Thursday.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/05/21/story_may_ratings.html?sid=102
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/05/21/story_may_ratings.html?sid=102
Former WKYT Reporter Becomes 1 of "Southern Belles" Cast
A former 6News entertainment reporter will hit the small screen in a much different capacity Thursday night.
Emily Gimmel, who once greeted central Indiana TV viewers with her "Hot Off The Net" features and various entertainment-related stories on "Good Morning Indiana," is one of five cast members of the SOAPnet reality series "Southern Belles: Louisville."
http://www.theindychannel.com/entertainment/19514426/detail.html
Emily Gimmel, who once greeted central Indiana TV viewers with her "Hot Off The Net" features and various entertainment-related stories on "Good Morning Indiana," is one of five cast members of the SOAPnet reality series "Southern Belles: Louisville."
http://www.theindychannel.com/entertainment/19514426/detail.html
Good news for WBKI Viewers?
Given the recession, the near collapse of the U.S. auto industry and plunging ad revenues, even the Afghanistan-Pakistan border is a friendlier work environment than the average TV station.
So what was Fusion Communications thinking last week when it grabbed up the license of WBKI, the CW affiliate in Louisville, Ky.?
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/18/daily.8/
So what was Fusion Communications thinking last week when it grabbed up the license of WBKI, the CW affiliate in Louisville, Ky.?
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/18/daily.8/
FCC Offering Free DTV Converter Installation
The FCC has announced that many Dayton area residents will qualify for free hookup to DTV.
The government has targeted the Dayton television market which is served by WHIO-TV for special emphasis as the June 12th analog shutoff deadline approaches. As part of the initiative, TV viewers who have purchased digital converter boxes and have rabbit ears or an antenna may qualify for a free service call to get help with installation. To find out, call Installs Inc. at 1-800-582-4250. Or visit them on the web at DTV Help Installs.
http://www.whiotv.com/entertainment/19504678/detail.html
The government has targeted the Dayton television market which is served by WHIO-TV for special emphasis as the June 12th analog shutoff deadline approaches. As part of the initiative, TV viewers who have purchased digital converter boxes and have rabbit ears or an antenna may qualify for a free service call to get help with installation. To find out, call Installs Inc. at 1-800-582-4250. Or visit them on the web at DTV Help Installs.
http://www.whiotv.com/entertainment/19504678/detail.html
WBLU in Lexington Sold to Christian Network
low-power Lexington TV station with such a poor signal that it often can't be viewed has been sold to a global Christian network.
WBLU-62 was among a group of 16 stations that Daystar Television purchased for $7.4 million from bankrupt former owner Equity Media Holdings.
Arnold Torres, Daystar's business administrator, said the company plans to convert WBLU's analog signal into digital so it can be viewed more easily. Low-powered stations were not required under federal law to convert from analog to digital, but now might struggle to find viewers in the digital world.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/799327.html
WBLU-62 was among a group of 16 stations that Daystar Television purchased for $7.4 million from bankrupt former owner Equity Media Holdings.
Arnold Torres, Daystar's business administrator, said the company plans to convert WBLU's analog signal into digital so it can be viewed more easily. Low-powered stations were not required under federal law to convert from analog to digital, but now might struggle to find viewers in the digital world.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/799327.html
Furloughs Coming at WLEX
Viewers of NBC affiliate WLEX-18 will be seeing less of their favorite news anchors and reporters over the next couple of months.
Employees at the station are taking an unpaid week off, as required by its parent company Cordillera Communications.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/799329.html
Employees at the station are taking an unpaid week off, as required by its parent company Cordillera Communications.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/799329.html
Columbus' WSYX/WTTE Hires News Director
WTOL-TV, Channel 11, News Director Mitch Jacob is leaving the station to take over as news director of WSYX-TV, Channel 6 (ABC), and WTTE-TV, Channel 28 (Fox), in Columbus.
http://toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090516/ART18/905169983/-1/ART10
http://toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090516/ART18/905169983/-1/ART10
WKYT's Parent Company to Invest in Clickable TV
WKYT's parent company, Gray Television, recently struck a deal with a technology provider that will one day see viewers clicking their remotes to receive e-mails on certain topics.
The deal with Backchannelmedia will allow Gray's stations to use what's called Clickable TV. Icons on the bottoms of their TV screens will indicate a "clickable moment," in which users can click a button on their remotes and bookmark that content online or via e-mail.
http://www.kentucky.com/103/story/797395.html
The deal with Backchannelmedia will allow Gray's stations to use what's called Clickable TV. Icons on the bottoms of their TV screens will indicate a "clickable moment," in which users can click a button on their remotes and bookmark that content online or via e-mail.
http://www.kentucky.com/103/story/797395.html
Sunday, May 24, 2009
2-Time Emmy Nominee Mark Linderman Wins Telly
A Wayne County Health Department employee received the highest award in his field for a television piece he produced about local veterans and their experiences with post traumatic stress disorder.
http://www.pal-item.com/article/20090520/NEWS01/905200303/-1/newsfront2/Local+program+wins+Silver+Telly+Award
http://www.pal-item.com/article/20090520/NEWS01/905200303/-1/newsfront2/Local+program+wins+Silver+Telly+Award
Monday, May 18, 2009
The Cartoonist Makes Its World Premiere at the Wexner Center
His books have touched the lives of millions worldwide, yet he’s not a household name. He’s regarded as one of America’s greatest living cartoonists, yet you won’t see his work in the Sunday funnies. Jeff Smith is a paradox—a living example of the self-made man who followed his childhood dream—and the subject of a feature-length documentary by Mills James Productions, making its world premiere May 22, 2009 at 7 p.m. at the Wexner Center for the Arts in Columbus.
“The Cartoonist: Jeff Smith, BONE and the Changing Face of Comics” tells the inspiring story of Jeff Smith’s creation of the epic comic book, BONE, hailed by critics as one of the greatest graphic novels of all time.
Fellow cartoonists Scott McCloud, Colleen Doran, Harvey Pekar, Paul Pope and Terry Moore, as well as friends, associates, experts and Jeff himself, share their stories of this worldwide phenomenon that began in small comics shops and is now found in bookstores, schools, libraries and the homes of millions of adults and children in 25 countries. In addition to discussing Jeff’s early years, influences and philosophies, the film provides a look at a unique industry and art form that continues to change and evolve.
“The Cartoonist” writer and director Ken Mills said if a documentary is to do its job right, it takes people into a world they don’t see everyday.
“The inside world of comics is its own hidden universe with its own culture and celebrities,” said Mills. “The Cartoonist gives people a chance to venture into that world and see what it’s like—up close. It’s a must-see for BONE fans, but more than that, it’s a re-entry into the world of comics for anyone who stopped reading them at some point. And for anyone remotely thinking about going into cartooning, this is a lesson on the intricacies of entering and surviving the comics business.”
On view during the summer of 2008 at the Wexner Center, the exhibition “Jeff Smith: BONE and Beyond” encompassed original drawings spanning the cartoonist’s works, and included selections from artists who Smith cites as direct influences. Scenes from the documentary, including fan interviews, were shot during the exhibition.
“The Cartoonist: Jeff Smith, BONE and the Changing Face of Comics” makes its world premiere at 7 p.m. on May 22 at the Wexner Center for the Arts on the campus of The Ohio State University, 1871 N. High St., Columbus, Ohio. The premiere is part of the Visiting Filmmakers series, where rising stars and acclaimed masters come to screen their films and talk with Wexner Center audiences. The event is co-sponsored by Ohio State’s Cartoon Library and Museum. Tickets are $7 for the general public.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
WLWT Losing Meteorologist
WLWT's weather team is losing its "veteran" member. John Bateman, the station's weekend meteorologist since 2004, is leaving to pursue other local interests. Bateman has been working at WLWT since October without an extended contract. According to the station's news director, his position will not be filled. Bateman is looking for public relations work, possibly including the vacant emergency management position in Butler County.
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/
Meteorologist Roundabout in Dayton
WKEF and WRGT have finally filled the void in the weather department that was left with the departure of meteorologist Greg Dixon. The station has hired Jeff Booth from KGMB in Hawaii, where he was their morning meteorologist. Booth will be covering weekday evenings and is no stranger to the Miami Valley - he had his first weather gig at WLIO in Lima, after working as a news reporter in West Virginia. Expect to see Booth hit the airwaves beginning next week.
BUT....
After only being at the station for roughly a year, Lindsey Kurtz of WKEF/WRGT is leaving the station to become a full time Christian missionary. Kurtz will be leaving the Miami Valley for Atlanta, where she plans to get married before heading off to Haiti.
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/
BUT....
After only being at the station for roughly a year, Lindsey Kurtz of WKEF/WRGT is leaving the station to become a full time Christian missionary. Kurtz will be leaving the Miami Valley for Atlanta, where she plans to get married before heading off to Haiti.
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/
NATAS Announces Daytime Emmy Nominees
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences today announced the nominees for the 35th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards. The announcement was made live on ABC’s “The View”, hosted by Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, and Sherri Shepherd.
The nominations were presented by “All My Children” stars Rebecca Budig (Greenlee Smythe) and Cameron Mathison (Ryan Lavery), Farah Fath (Gigi Morasco) and John-Paul Lavoisier (Rex Balsam) of “One Life to Live,” Marcy Rylan (Lizzie Spaulding) from “Guiding Light” and Van Hansis (Luke Snyder) of “As the World Turns” and Bryan Dattilo (Lucas Horton) and Alison Sweeney (Sami DiMera) from “Days of our Lives.”
http://www.emmyonline.org/mediacenter/daytime_35th_nominations.html
The nominations were presented by “All My Children” stars Rebecca Budig (Greenlee Smythe) and Cameron Mathison (Ryan Lavery), Farah Fath (Gigi Morasco) and John-Paul Lavoisier (Rex Balsam) of “One Life to Live,” Marcy Rylan (Lizzie Spaulding) from “Guiding Light” and Van Hansis (Luke Snyder) of “As the World Turns” and Bryan Dattilo (Lucas Horton) and Alison Sweeney (Sami DiMera) from “Days of our Lives.”
http://www.emmyonline.org/mediacenter/daytime_35th_nominations.html
West Virginia Station Gives Automakers - and Revenue a Boost
Now that the recession is official, and advertising revenues are taking an even bigger hit, here's an interesting question: Are broadcasters actually making the economy worse than it really is? Tim DeFazio thinks so.
"We're suffering more from psychological effects of national media than the local effects," says DeFazio, general manager of Withers Broadcasting's WDTV in Bridgeport, W.Va. "The economy is what it is, but TV news headlines are way out of proportion to the actual problem."
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2008/12/15/daily.9/
"We're suffering more from psychological effects of national media than the local effects," says DeFazio, general manager of Withers Broadcasting's WDTV in Bridgeport, W.Va. "The economy is what it is, but TV news headlines are way out of proportion to the actual problem."
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2008/12/15/daily.9/
WSAZ to Help Bag Some Bucks for Red Cross
WSAZ VP-General Manager Don Ray announced today that the Gray WSAZ NBC affiliate in Huntington, W.Va. (DMA 65) has partnered with the Red Cross, to "Bag Some Bucks" for the flood ravaged areas of Southern West Virginia and Kentucky on Thursday, May 14, in Charleston and Huntington.
WSAZ on-air personalities and staff will collect cash and checks in "sand bags" with 100 percent of the money collected donated to the American Red Cross Disaster Fund.
WSAZ on-air personalities and staff will collect cash and checks in "sand bags" with 100 percent of the money collected donated to the American Red Cross Disaster Fund.
ATAS Sets Up New Emmy Categories
In a move to expand its recognition of two key peer groups, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has established separate series and specials categories for both the Outstanding Directing and Writing Emmys for a Variety, Music or Comedy (VMC) Program.
"The Television Academy's Board of Governors, writers and directors peer groups have long wanted to see separate competitions for the VMC series and specials," said Television Academy Chairman-CEO John Shaffner. "Now, writers and directors working on both VMC series and specials will take part in competitions that recognize the creative challenges posed by each format, as well as the talent required and accomplishments possible in both the series and specials categories."
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/11/daily.7/
"The Television Academy's Board of Governors, writers and directors peer groups have long wanted to see separate competitions for the VMC series and specials," said Television Academy Chairman-CEO John Shaffner. "Now, writers and directors working on both VMC series and specials will take part in competitions that recognize the creative challenges posed by each format, as well as the talent required and accomplishments possible in both the series and specials categories."
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/05/11/daily.7/
WCMH's Shredding Program Win - Win
For the past five years, WCMH-TV in Columbus, Ohio, has offered popular NBC4 Shred-It Days in which viewers can bring in up to five boxes of personal documents to be destroyed by station partner Shred-It Mobile Shredding and Recycling. "It's a textbook example of a promotion that reinforces the station's brand while providing a genuine service to viewers," Arthur Greenwald write
http://www.smartbrief.com/news/nab/storyDetails.jsp?issueid=08302872-69D8-4D3F-8FAF-89B40B565188©id=DA129480-E268-4A29-9447-C14EC7BCE7CE
http://www.smartbrief.com/news/nab/storyDetails.jsp?issueid=08302872-69D8-4D3F-8FAF-89B40B565188©id=DA129480-E268-4A29-9447-C14EC7BCE7CE
Some WTVW Viewers to Lose Signal with Switch to Digital
In watching Evansville Fox affiliate WTVW over the past several days, I noticed that some viewers will lose that station's signal as well, and in southeastern Illinois, some residents of the following counties won't be able to watch Fox programming at all if they have no cable or satellite service:
http://jakesdtvblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/some-wtvw-viewers-to-lose-signal-with.html
http://jakesdtvblog.blogspot.com/2009/05/some-wtvw-viewers-to-lose-signal-with.html
How to Get a Digital Signal on a Digital TV
Strange but true: Just because you bought a new digital TV doesn't mean you're watching digital TV.
After cutting off analog May 1, CET folks were surprised to hear digital TV owners complain they couldn't get the signal. Apparently, many DTV owners didn't read their manuals and have been watching shows on the TV's analog tuner.
"It's understandable. In the past, you bought a radio or TV, brought it home, plugged it in and tuned to the station you wanted to watch," says Jack Dominic, CET vice president, COO and technology blogger.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090510/ENT/905100336/1175/To+get+a+digital+signal++switch+tuner+off+analog
After cutting off analog May 1, CET folks were surprised to hear digital TV owners complain they couldn't get the signal. Apparently, many DTV owners didn't read their manuals and have been watching shows on the TV's analog tuner.
"It's understandable. In the past, you bought a radio or TV, brought it home, plugged it in and tuned to the station you wanted to watch," says Jack Dominic, CET vice president, COO and technology blogger.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090510/ENT/905100336/1175/To+get+a+digital+signal++switch+tuner+off+analog
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Dayton Codebreakers Part of Dayton Film Festival
The film "Dayton Codebreakers" will be playing at the Neon on Sunday, May 17th at 12:15pm as part of The Dayton Film Festival. "Dayton Codebreakers" is a wonderful story of Joe Desch and the people who worked in Building 26 at NCR during WWII, and was nominated for 3 Emmy Awards in 2006. For more information, go the The Dayton Film Festival website.
http://filmdayton.ning.com/page/festival-films
http://filmdayton.ning.com/page/festival-films
Friday, May 8, 2009
Ohio and Kentucky Students Win 2009 Student Excellence Awards from NATAS-Ohio Valley
The 2009 Student Award of Excellence winners have been announced by the Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
In the Documentary category there were two winners. “Honor Flight” and “Superhighway.”
“Honor Flight” by Gahanna Lincoln High School (Ohio) students Lianne Castile and Blake Swanson. Honor Flight is a program in Columbus, OH which flies World War II veterans to the World War II memorial in Washington, D.C. Castile and Swanson interviewed program directors, veterans, even former Senator Bob Dole.
Castile and Swanson (producers), as well as Gahanna Lincoln High School advisor Tom Gregory, received an Honorable Mention Craft Achievement for WGLH’ s TV Weekly News Show.
“Superhighway” by Henry County High School (Kentucky) student Michael Veenstra takes a look at the evolution of the internet over the past 20 years. From Tech Space to PCs, to the social networking subculture, Veenstra’s internet history trip focuses not only on the changes in technology, but how the users have changed as well.
The winner in the Arts and Entertainment/Cultural Affairs category is “Untraceable” by Henry County High School (Kentucky) student Kasey Beggs. A suspenseful short about a girl’s encounter with a stranger, Beggs and her team created a dark mood through the play of shadows and light, and a simple yet effective storyline. The viewer was left wondering what happened next and that’s exactly the reaction a producer wants.
“Congratulations to those who have been honored with the Student Award of Excellence,” said Anthony Mirones, president of the Ohio Valley Chapter. “Some of the most talented media students nationwide are right in our own backyard. We’re proud to have the opportunity to encourage and mentor these dynamic students.”
Student Award of Excellence winners were chosen by television industry professionals who are members of the Ohio Valley Chapter of NATAS. The high schools will receive a Student Award of Excellence pillar for permanent display.
About the Ohio Valley Chapter
The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences was established in 1962. It is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. The Chapter presents the prestigious and coveted Emmy® Award to television professionals in thirteen markets in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia, honors industry trailblazers with the Silver Circle Award and makes scholarships available to students at colleges and universities throughout the region.
In the Documentary category there were two winners. “Honor Flight” and “Superhighway.”
“Honor Flight” by Gahanna Lincoln High School (Ohio) students Lianne Castile and Blake Swanson. Honor Flight is a program in Columbus, OH which flies World War II veterans to the World War II memorial in Washington, D.C. Castile and Swanson interviewed program directors, veterans, even former Senator Bob Dole.
Castile and Swanson (producers), as well as Gahanna Lincoln High School advisor Tom Gregory, received an Honorable Mention Craft Achievement for WGLH’ s TV Weekly News Show.
“Superhighway” by Henry County High School (Kentucky) student Michael Veenstra takes a look at the evolution of the internet over the past 20 years. From Tech Space to PCs, to the social networking subculture, Veenstra’s internet history trip focuses not only on the changes in technology, but how the users have changed as well.
The winner in the Arts and Entertainment/Cultural Affairs category is “Untraceable” by Henry County High School (Kentucky) student Kasey Beggs. A suspenseful short about a girl’s encounter with a stranger, Beggs and her team created a dark mood through the play of shadows and light, and a simple yet effective storyline. The viewer was left wondering what happened next and that’s exactly the reaction a producer wants.
“Congratulations to those who have been honored with the Student Award of Excellence,” said Anthony Mirones, president of the Ohio Valley Chapter. “Some of the most talented media students nationwide are right in our own backyard. We’re proud to have the opportunity to encourage and mentor these dynamic students.”
Student Award of Excellence winners were chosen by television industry professionals who are members of the Ohio Valley Chapter of NATAS. The high schools will receive a Student Award of Excellence pillar for permanent display.
About the Ohio Valley Chapter
The Ohio Valley Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences was established in 1962. It is dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. The Chapter presents the prestigious and coveted Emmy® Award to television professionals in thirteen markets in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia, honors industry trailblazers with the Silver Circle Award and makes scholarships available to students at colleges and universities throughout the region.
Street Honors Fallen WHAS Reporter
The street outside WHAS-TV's headquarters is now named for one of the station's best-known reporters.
During a ceremony on the station's 6 p.m. broadcast yesterday, signs marking Chuck Olmstead Way were unveiled on a stretch of Armory Place. Olmstead died on March 10 at age 60 after suffering a brain aneurysm.
The blue signs feature a picture of the reporter, who worked for the station for 34 years, wearing one of his signature brown leather coats and bearing the inscription: "for his service to WHAS-TV and the people of Louisville 1975-2009".
http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20090507/NEWS01/905070383/1008/NEWS01/Street+honors+late+WHAS+reporter
During a ceremony on the station's 6 p.m. broadcast yesterday, signs marking Chuck Olmstead Way were unveiled on a stretch of Armory Place. Olmstead died on March 10 at age 60 after suffering a brain aneurysm.
The blue signs feature a picture of the reporter, who worked for the station for 34 years, wearing one of his signature brown leather coats and bearing the inscription: "for his service to WHAS-TV and the people of Louisville 1975-2009".
http://www.courier-journal.com/article/20090507/NEWS01/905070383/1008/NEWS01/Street+honors+late+WHAS+reporter
The Other Paper Accuses Columbus Stations of Going Overboard on the Swine Flu
Facing the possibility of a global pandemic during May sweeps week, local news stations boldly posed the tough question to public health officials charged with the community’s well-being.
How do parents draw the line between a child who is sick, and a child who is deathly ill, for example, asked WBNS 10TV’s Jerry Revish.
http://www.theotherpaper.com/articles/2009/05/06/front/doc4a01e99095910110413683.txt
How do parents draw the line between a child who is sick, and a child who is deathly ill, for example, asked WBNS 10TV’s Jerry Revish.
http://www.theotherpaper.com/articles/2009/05/06/front/doc4a01e99095910110413683.txt
Notice About May 21st Analog Shutdown Test
Analog TV across the country will disappear three times on May 21st, as the FCC wants to send a strong signal to viewers that analog broadcasting is about to end.
Stations are being asked to turn off analog at 7:30am, 12:30pm, and 6:30pm. The shutoff will last five minutes each time. Viewers have repeatedly been urged to take action to make sure at least one television set in their home is equipped to receive a digital television signal. DTV converter boxes can be purchased at most electronic stores for about $40 to $70 dollars - depending upon options. $40 government coupons are available here.
http://www.whiotv.com/news/19383273/detail.html
Stations are being asked to turn off analog at 7:30am, 12:30pm, and 6:30pm. The shutoff will last five minutes each time. Viewers have repeatedly been urged to take action to make sure at least one television set in their home is equipped to receive a digital television signal. DTV converter boxes can be purchased at most electronic stores for about $40 to $70 dollars - depending upon options. $40 government coupons are available here.
http://www.whiotv.com/news/19383273/detail.html
WBKI Sold to Iowa Media Company
Fusion Communications Inc., a Davenport, Iowa-based media company, has reached an agreement to purchase Louisville’s CW Network affiliate WBKI-TV from WBKISLG LLC.
Financial terms of the sale were not disclosed.
http://louisville.bizjournals.com/louisville/stories/2009/05/04/daily28.html
Financial terms of the sale were not disclosed.
http://louisville.bizjournals.com/louisville/stories/2009/05/04/daily28.html
WOUB Productions Recognized by Ohio AP
Two WOUB productions have been nominated for awards by the Ohio Associated Press Broadcasters, which will be announced on June 7 in Columbus.
Nominated in the small market Best Enterprise Reporting category is “Good Neighbors: Bad Blood.” Produced by WOUB News student reporter Kristin Brownrigg and edited by Nick Parsons, the program premiered in September 2008 and focuses on the chemical C8 (PFOA), which is produced at DuPont near Parkersburg, W.Va. The chemical C8 has infiltrated the water systems around Parkersburg and has caused controversy about its affects on residents who have consumed the water.
http://www.scrippscollege.ohio.edu/woub-productions-nominated-for-ohio-associated-press-broadcaster-awards
Nominated in the small market Best Enterprise Reporting category is “Good Neighbors: Bad Blood.” Produced by WOUB News student reporter Kristin Brownrigg and edited by Nick Parsons, the program premiered in September 2008 and focuses on the chemical C8 (PFOA), which is produced at DuPont near Parkersburg, W.Va. The chemical C8 has infiltrated the water systems around Parkersburg and has caused controversy about its affects on residents who have consumed the water.
http://www.scrippscollege.ohio.edu/woub-productions-nominated-for-ohio-associated-press-broadcaster-awards
WKRC's Wheel of Justice Spins Again
Local12’s “Wheel of Justice” will take another spin in Butler County.
This time the segment hosted by WKRC-TV crime reporter Deborah Dixon will be filmed at Harbin Park on Hunter Road in Fairfield.
“We want to celebrate the community, and this police department and catch bad guys,” Dixon said.
The “Wheel of Justice” — which features area fugitives — started to make community appearances in March with a series of four excursions. After a brief spring break, Fairfield will be the second of a series of four more community trips.
http://www.journal-news.com/news/hamilton-news/wheel-to-take-spin-in-fairfield-104508.html
This time the segment hosted by WKRC-TV crime reporter Deborah Dixon will be filmed at Harbin Park on Hunter Road in Fairfield.
“We want to celebrate the community, and this police department and catch bad guys,” Dixon said.
The “Wheel of Justice” — which features area fugitives — started to make community appearances in March with a series of four excursions. After a brief spring break, Fairfield will be the second of a series of four more community trips.
http://www.journal-news.com/news/hamilton-news/wheel-to-take-spin-in-fairfield-104508.html
Suzanne Horgan Resurfaces in Louisville
Many of you remember Susanne Horgan, the former morning meteorologist on WLWT prior to Derek Beasley and Eric Green. Horgan left the tri-state for a morning meteorologist gig at Cleveland's WEWS, where her contract was not renewed a couple of years later. Horgan has now found a new job at Louisville's Hearst-Argyle affiliate WLKY as a weekend and fill-in meteorologist. She and her husband are also expecting their second child.
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/2009/05/weekend-update.html
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/2009/05/weekend-update.html
New Book Looks at Ruth Lyons' Life and Career
As a grade school student more than 60 years ago, I discovered Ruth Lyons on my radio. She was a compelling radio personality who cast a mesmerizing spell over many members of my generation with her incredible candor.
After a career as a radio personality in Cincinnati and Dayton, she quickly became a television star. For many years, her live 50/50 Club program was the top-rated local radio and television program in Ohio on WLW radio, and later WLW-T in Cincinnati and WLW-D in Dayton, now WDTN-TV.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/dale-huffman-book-celebrates-ruth-lyons-work-92017.html
After a career as a radio personality in Cincinnati and Dayton, she quickly became a television star. For many years, her live 50/50 Club program was the top-rated local radio and television program in Ohio on WLW radio, and later WLW-T in Cincinnati and WLW-D in Dayton, now WDTN-TV.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/news/dayton-news/dale-huffman-book-celebrates-ruth-lyons-work-92017.html
Cincinnati and Southwest Ohio Public Stations Going Full Digital
After 2½ years of talking about switching to digital TV, Cincinnati and Southwestern Ohio public TV stations will "just pull the plug and see what happens" at 11:59 p.m.
"If people don't know by now about the switch, I don't know what else we can do," says Jack Dominic, CET vice president and chief operating officer.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090429/ENT/904300340
"If people don't know by now about the switch, I don't know what else we can do," says Jack Dominic, CET vice president and chief operating officer.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090429/ENT/904300340
WEHT Hostess Peggy Mitchell Dies
Tri-Staters who grew up listening to "The Good Deeds Song" or watching puppets like Buster Bear, Monkey Shine and Ezmarelda lost a friend Tuesday night when former Evansville TV hostess Peggy Mitchell died.
Mitchell was the host of "The Peggy Mitchell Show" on WEHT-News 25 from 1961 to 1986.
http://www.courierpress.com/news/2009/apr/29/former-tv-hostess-peggy-mitchell-dies/
Mitchell was the host of "The Peggy Mitchell Show" on WEHT-News 25 from 1961 to 1986.
http://www.courierpress.com/news/2009/apr/29/former-tv-hostess-peggy-mitchell-dies/
LIN Websites Voted #1 in 13 of 15 Markets
LIN TV Corp. (NYSE: TVL), a local television and digital media company, today announced that it has the number one web site out of all news and media web sites in 13 of 15 of its measured markets1, based on March, 2009 data released by comScore, Inc., an industry leading digital marketing intelligence provider.
http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/-l-tv-web-sites-rank-number-one-13-/2009/04/28/4154314.htm
http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/-l-tv-web-sites-rank-number-one-13-/2009/04/28/4154314.htm
Big Cuts in Cincinnati Sports Radio
Local radio sports talk became a lot quieter Tuesday.
As part of nationwide budget cuts, Clear Channel eliminated all but one local show on “Homer” WCKY-AM (1530), and dropped Enquirer sports columnist Paul Daugherty after two years hosting WLW-AM (700).
WCKY-AM canceled morning shows hosted by Alan Cutler, who was laid off, and Mo Egger, retained by Clear Channel.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090428/SPT/304280078
As part of nationwide budget cuts, Clear Channel eliminated all but one local show on “Homer” WCKY-AM (1530), and dropped Enquirer sports columnist Paul Daugherty after two years hosting WLW-AM (700).
WCKY-AM canceled morning shows hosted by Alan Cutler, who was laid off, and Mo Egger, retained by Clear Channel.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090428/SPT/304280078
WSYX's "Gotcha" Gets Lampooned in Other Paper
Napoleon once said that the press corps is to be feared more than a thousand bayonets.
That’s likely what WSYX 6 On Your Side Problemsolver Tom Bosco had in the back of his mind as he hit the streets of Worthington in Monday night’s strong, publicly-spirited and subtly titled investigative piece, “Gotcha.”
http://www.theotherpaper.com/articles/2009/04/22/front/doc49ef946d6f67a724915808.txt
That’s likely what WSYX 6 On Your Side Problemsolver Tom Bosco had in the back of his mind as he hit the streets of Worthington in Monday night’s strong, publicly-spirited and subtly titled investigative piece, “Gotcha.”
http://www.theotherpaper.com/articles/2009/04/22/front/doc49ef946d6f67a724915808.txt
WAVE and Raycom Capitalizing on New Alert Technology
Alerts.com(TM) (www.alerts.com) announced at the NAB Show(TM) (National Association of Broadcasters) the release of its private label digital media alerts platform and the deployment of the solution to power Raycom Media's stations in multiple markets.
Raycom is poised to capitalize on the latest industry indicators. Nielsen Media Research reported that 41.2% of adults 18+ visited local broadcast TV station websites during the May/June 2008 period of time. Business Week (2/25/09) found that daily digests sent via e-mail and SMS can generate some much needed ad revenue when there's not much of it to go around.
http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/raycom-media-launches-digital-media-alerts-platform,790513.shtml
Raycom is poised to capitalize on the latest industry indicators. Nielsen Media Research reported that 41.2% of adults 18+ visited local broadcast TV station websites during the May/June 2008 period of time. Business Week (2/25/09) found that daily digests sent via e-mail and SMS can generate some much needed ad revenue when there's not much of it to go around.
http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/raycom-media-launches-digital-media-alerts-platform,790513.shtml
WHIO's Baldridge Retires
The big story this week, as Harv noted yesterday - after several decades at WHIO-TV, Jim Baldridge will be retiring from NewsCenter 7 effective this August.
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/2009/04/weekend-update.html
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/2009/04/weekend-update.html
Cincinnati Station Censors Osbourne Show
Raycom's WXIX-TV, the Fox affiliate in Cincinnati, is known for its many questionable preemptions (which have kept even some episodes of the massively popular 'Simpsons' from being seen on WXIX at all). But this story lays bare the fact that the station's intent is to censor for content - not to make programming decisions to serve other purposes.
http://onlinelunchpail.blogspot.com/2009/04/cincinnati-station-censors-osbournes.html
http://onlinelunchpail.blogspot.com/2009/04/cincinnati-station-censors-osbournes.html
10TV Prepares for NFL Schedule Backlash
Even though the season will not start for another five months, WBNS-10TV is already planning for the 2009 NFL season.
Beginning with the Browns pre-season game on Aug. 15 and going all the way through Super Bowl XLIV on Feb, 7, 2010, 10TV is Central Ohio's destination for the best NFL games on TV.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/sports/stories/2009/04/15/story_nfl_sked_10tv.html?sid=102
Beginning with the Browns pre-season game on Aug. 15 and going all the way through Super Bowl XLIV on Feb, 7, 2010, 10TV is Central Ohio's destination for the best NFL games on TV.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/sports/stories/2009/04/15/story_nfl_sked_10tv.html?sid=102
WLEX Named Best Website by KY AP
LEX18.com was named the best large-market television website in Kentucky by the Associated Press Tuesday, the second consecutive year the website has received the honor.
http://www.lex18.com/Global/story.asp?S=10181787&nav=menu203_2
http://www.lex18.com/Global/story.asp?S=10181787&nav=menu203_2
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Daytime Emmys Find a Home
THE NATIONAL ACADEMY
OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES
ANNOUNCES
The 36th ANNUAL DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT
EMMY® AWARDS
Daytime Emmy Awards To Be Telecast August 30th, 2009
On The CW Television Network at 8:00 p.m. (ET)
from The Historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles
Sesame Street to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award for 40 Years of Educational Television
New York – April 7, 2009 – The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the broadcast of the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards on The CW Television Network on Sunday, August 30th, 2009 from the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, CA. The show is a unique partnership between Associated Television International (ATI), NATAS and MGM Worldwide Television, which is handling distribution of the telecast.
“The Daytime Emmy® Awards are one of the cornerstones of our business,” said Frank Radice, President & Chief Marketing Officer, NATAS. “There wouldn’t be a television awards season without them. From the extravagant red carpet to the great entertainment, the viewer will experience the show through new approaches which will make this year’s show more robust and relevant than ever before.”
ATI President and Emmy® award winning producer David McKenzie with Paul Sharratt, will executive produce the show.
“We are thrilled to be working with NATAS, MGM and the CW on this year’s special presentation,” stated Jim Romanovich, ATI’s President of Worldwide Media and Entertainment. “As the producers of many successful event specials, including The World Magic Awards, and as fans of the daytime genre, it is our quest to make this a fast paced, fun-filled entertainment special that celebrates the best of daytime.”
“We’re pleased to have this prestigious franchise on our network,” said Dawn Ostroff, President, Entertainment, The CW. “It is not only a terrifically entertaining show with a core female following similar to our own, but will also give us a promotional platform as we launch our Fall 2009 schedule.”
Jim Packer, Co-President of MGM Worldwide Television, stated: “MGM is always looking at creative ways to work with our partners in bringing compelling product to the marketplace and this is clear example of executing that strategy.”
Through the use of innovative programming from social networking sites, audiences will be availed of unprecedented interactivity between the program and audience. Westwood One Radio, the official radio partner of the event will also be offering a wide range of exciting participatory contests for their listeners.
Nominations will be released on May 14th, 2009, some of which will be announced on NBC’s Today with Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb (10am ET). The complete list will be available that evening at a nominating event at the Hearst Tower, in Manhattan, home of the official print partner of the Daytime Emmy Awards, Good Housekeeping Magazine.
A multi page insert dedicated to The Daytime Emmy® Awards and the Nominees will appear in the September issue of Good Housekeeping.
In addition to honoring the best in Daytime Entertainment Drama Series, Talk & Morning Shows, Variety, Cooking, Animation, and Courtroom Drama, this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award will be awarded to Sesame Street for its
40 years of educating and entertaining our children, their children and most of us!
The Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of daytime television production and are presented to individuals and programs broadcast from 2:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. during the 2008 calendar year.
The 36th Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards is a presentation of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in cooperation with the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
All balloting for the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards will be compiled by the independent accounting firm of Deloitte & Touche LLP. American Airlines is the official airline of the Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards.
You can follow the 36th Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards on our Twitter page at: www.twitter.com/theemmys
About The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a professional service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Award for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime Entertainment, Daytime Creative Arts & Entertainment, Public & Community Service, Technology & Engineering, and Business & Financial Reporting. Regional Emmy® Awards are given in 19 regions across the United States. NATAS also presents the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Global Media Awards™ which recognizes excellence in the world-wide intersection of digital entertainment and technology. Beyond awards, NATAS has extensive educational programs including National Student Television and its Student Award for Excellence for outstanding journalistic work by high school students, as well as scholarships, publications, and major activities for both industry professionals and the viewing public. For more information, please visit the website at www.emmyonline.tv
About Associated Television International
Associated Television International has been successfully producing television series specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI’s program have aired on all US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. For the last two years, ATI garnered critical acclaim and ratings success producing “The World Magic Awards.” Current series in production include, “Real Heroes Among Us,” “Masters of Illusion,” “World’s Funniest Moments,” Real Vice Cops Uncut,” and “Laura McKenzie’s Traveler.” Among the many honors presented to ATI are an Emmy nomination for “Who’s Who of World Giving,” and an Emmy Award for “America’s Invisible Children.”
About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed merchandise. The company owns the world’s largest library of modern films, comprising around 4,100 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co, MGM International Television Distribution In, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching nearly 120 countries. MGM ownership is as follows: Providence Equity Partners (29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%). For more information, visit www.mgm.com.
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OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES
ANNOUNCES
The 36th ANNUAL DAYTIME ENTERTAINMENT
EMMY® AWARDS
Daytime Emmy Awards To Be Telecast August 30th, 2009
On The CW Television Network at 8:00 p.m. (ET)
from The Historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles
Sesame Street to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award for 40 Years of Educational Television
New York – April 7, 2009 – The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the broadcast of the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards on The CW Television Network on Sunday, August 30th, 2009 from the historic Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles, CA. The show is a unique partnership between Associated Television International (ATI), NATAS and MGM Worldwide Television, which is handling distribution of the telecast.
“The Daytime Emmy® Awards are one of the cornerstones of our business,” said Frank Radice, President & Chief Marketing Officer, NATAS. “There wouldn’t be a television awards season without them. From the extravagant red carpet to the great entertainment, the viewer will experience the show through new approaches which will make this year’s show more robust and relevant than ever before.”
ATI President and Emmy® award winning producer David McKenzie with Paul Sharratt, will executive produce the show.
“We are thrilled to be working with NATAS, MGM and the CW on this year’s special presentation,” stated Jim Romanovich, ATI’s President of Worldwide Media and Entertainment. “As the producers of many successful event specials, including The World Magic Awards, and as fans of the daytime genre, it is our quest to make this a fast paced, fun-filled entertainment special that celebrates the best of daytime.”
“We’re pleased to have this prestigious franchise on our network,” said Dawn Ostroff, President, Entertainment, The CW. “It is not only a terrifically entertaining show with a core female following similar to our own, but will also give us a promotional platform as we launch our Fall 2009 schedule.”
Jim Packer, Co-President of MGM Worldwide Television, stated: “MGM is always looking at creative ways to work with our partners in bringing compelling product to the marketplace and this is clear example of executing that strategy.”
Through the use of innovative programming from social networking sites, audiences will be availed of unprecedented interactivity between the program and audience. Westwood One Radio, the official radio partner of the event will also be offering a wide range of exciting participatory contests for their listeners.
Nominations will be released on May 14th, 2009, some of which will be announced on NBC’s Today with Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb (10am ET). The complete list will be available that evening at a nominating event at the Hearst Tower, in Manhattan, home of the official print partner of the Daytime Emmy Awards, Good Housekeeping Magazine.
A multi page insert dedicated to The Daytime Emmy® Awards and the Nominees will appear in the September issue of Good Housekeeping.
In addition to honoring the best in Daytime Entertainment Drama Series, Talk & Morning Shows, Variety, Cooking, Animation, and Courtroom Drama, this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award will be awarded to Sesame Street for its
40 years of educating and entertaining our children, their children and most of us!
The Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards recognize outstanding achievement in all fields of daytime television production and are presented to individuals and programs broadcast from 2:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. during the 2008 calendar year.
The 36th Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards is a presentation of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in cooperation with the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
All balloting for the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards will be compiled by the independent accounting firm of Deloitte & Touche LLP. American Airlines is the official airline of the Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards.
You can follow the 36th Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards on our Twitter page at: www.twitter.com/theemmys
About The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) is a professional service organization dedicated to the advancement of the arts and sciences of television and the promotion of creative leadership for artistic, educational and technical achievements within the television industry. It recognizes excellence in television with the coveted Emmy® Award for News & Documentary, Sports, Daytime Entertainment, Daytime Creative Arts & Entertainment, Public & Community Service, Technology & Engineering, and Business & Financial Reporting. Regional Emmy® Awards are given in 19 regions across the United States. NATAS also presents the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Global Media Awards™ which recognizes excellence in the world-wide intersection of digital entertainment and technology. Beyond awards, NATAS has extensive educational programs including National Student Television and its Student Award for Excellence for outstanding journalistic work by high school students, as well as scholarships, publications, and major activities for both industry professionals and the viewing public. For more information, please visit the website at www.emmyonline.tv
About Associated Television International
Associated Television International has been successfully producing television series specials and feature films for over three decades. ATI’s program have aired on all US broadcast networks and the major cable channels. For the last two years, ATI garnered critical acclaim and ratings success producing “The World Magic Awards.” Current series in production include, “Real Heroes Among Us,” “Masters of Illusion,” “World’s Funniest Moments,” Real Vice Cops Uncut,” and “Laura McKenzie’s Traveler.” Among the many honors presented to ATI are an Emmy nomination for “Who’s Who of World Giving,” and an Emmy Award for “America’s Invisible Children.”
About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed merchandise. The company owns the world’s largest library of modern films, comprising around 4,100 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co, MGM International Television Distribution In, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching nearly 120 countries. MGM ownership is as follows: Providence Equity Partners (29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%). For more information, visit www.mgm.com.
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WBNS Wins 6 Regional Murrow Awards
The Radio and Television News Directors Association on Wednesday honored WBNS-10TV six regional Edward R. Murrow awards.
The station was honored for Overall Excellence, Best Newscast, Best Continuing Coverage, Best Writing, Best Videography and Best Web site.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/04/09/story_murrow.html?sid=102
The station was honored for Overall Excellence, Best Newscast, Best Continuing Coverage, Best Writing, Best Videography and Best Web site.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/04/09/story_murrow.html?sid=102
WKYT Wins 2 Regional Murrow Awards
Lexington CBS affiliate WKYT-27 on Thursday received two prestigious regional awards, honoring its newscast and coverage of an execution.
It's the third straight Edward R. Murrow regional award for WKYT's newscast.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/756366.html
It's the third straight Edward R. Murrow regional award for WKYT's newscast.
http://www.kentucky.com/101/story/756366.html
An Author's Blog on His Visit to WLEX
Lately I have been very blessed to have had lots of attention drawn to my latest book, Pumpkin Guts. I have had articles about it in all of the local and regional papers, including the Kentucky Mountain News. I have had my book placed in local businesses such as Jiffy Mart and in local schools where it is available for both checkout and sale. My website and blog are getting lots of hits, and my book is selling very well on Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and Books-A-Million. However, it is my recent trip to WLEX Channel 18 that I want to write about today.
http://classactionarticle.blogspot.com/2009/04/visit-to-wlex-channel-18.html
http://classactionarticle.blogspot.com/2009/04/visit-to-wlex-channel-18.html
Veteran WHAS Investigative Reporter Heading to U of L
WHAS-TV’s Mark Hebert, the city’s top investigative reporter who’s been at the station since 1987, is taking a communications position at the University of Louisville, and will head the school’s public relations efforts. He’ll report to Mary Griffiths, senior associate VP for Advancement.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/04/08/hebert-leaving-whas-for-u-of-l-post/
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/04/08/hebert-leaving-whas-for-u-of-l-post/
WBNS to Launch 24/7 Local Weather Channel
WBNS-10TV announced Tuesday that it has joined forces with national weather provider AccuWeather to bring central Ohioans a new local weather channel operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Doppler 10 Now will launch June 12 on 10TV's digital channel 10.2.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/04/07/story_doppler_10_now.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=102&title=10TV+To+Launch+24%2F7+Local+Weather+Channel
Doppler 10 Now will launch June 12 on 10TV's digital channel 10.2.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/04/07/story_doppler_10_now.html?type=rss&cat=&sid=102&title=10TV+To+Launch+24%2F7+Local+Weather+Channel
A New Look for WXIX
A new look for a new Reds season - this morning FOX19 launched a new logo and graphics package for their newscast. The previous version of the logo had been used in modified forms for the past 15 years, or since the launch of the FOX19 morning news.
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/2009/04/new-look-for-wxix.html
http://cincydaytonmediacenter.blogspot.com/2009/04/new-look-for-wxix.html
WBNS Dominates Columbus Ratings Period Again
Television's February "sweeps" were delayed this year until March because of the government-mandated deadline for stations to switch to digital broadcasting.
But the results -- at least locally -- were much the same as before.
As it did in November, WBNS-TV (Channel 10) led the pack with each of its newscasts -- chalking up victories in the early morning; at midday; and at 5, 6 and 11 p.m.
http://www.californiachronicle.com/articles/yb/128391129
But the results -- at least locally -- were much the same as before.
As it did in November, WBNS-TV (Channel 10) led the pack with each of its newscasts -- chalking up victories in the early morning; at midday; and at 5, 6 and 11 p.m.
http://www.californiachronicle.com/articles/yb/128391129
Fox and Scripps Stations Create Local News Service
The Fox Television Stations and E.W. Scripps have created a local news service for their stations in Detroit, Phoenix and Tampa. Starting this month, the service "will pool content-gathering resources at general market news events, allowing the stations to save on duplicate efforts," the groups said in a statement. "By reducing costs, the stations will be able to increase their focus and resources on specialized franchise reporting."
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/191108-Fox_Scripps_Create_Local_News_Service.php
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/191108-Fox_Scripps_Create_Local_News_Service.php
Stations Top $1B in Interactive Sales
For the first time, revenue from online advertising on TV station Websites surpassed $1 billion in 2008, and a significant part of the growth came from stations that started niche Web sites devoted to specific topics.
The statistics come from Borrell Associates, which conducted its fourth annual study for the Television Bureau of Advertising
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/04/02/daily.3/
The statistics come from Borrell Associates, which conducted its fourth annual study for the Television Bureau of Advertising
http://www.tvnewsday.com/articles/2009/04/02/daily.3/
How WXIX Ruined This Viewer's Night
We watch TV every Monday(Big Bang Theory & 24), Tuesday (American Idol) & Wednsday(AI).
Well we were very excited to get to watch the new Osbournes show that was premiering tonight. But much to our dismay a big shot from the local FOX affiliate WXIX comes on the screen after AI & makes a statement that the Osbournes is not an appropriate TV show for primetime viewing
http://www.highdefforum.com/local-hdtv-info-reception/92393-wxix-fox-cincinnati-ruined-my-night.html
Well we were very excited to get to watch the new Osbournes show that was premiering tonight. But much to our dismay a big shot from the local FOX affiliate WXIX comes on the screen after AI & makes a statement that the Osbournes is not an appropriate TV show for primetime viewing
http://www.highdefforum.com/local-hdtv-info-reception/92393-wxix-fox-cincinnati-ruined-my-night.html
WEHT Launching "The Friday Show"
Have you seen the promos for NEWS25's new "The Friday Show" yet?
All I know for sure thus far is that TFS will debut this Friday (UPDATE: It will air at 11:00 AM CDT), and if the Twitterverse is correct, the show will be hosted by Whitney Ray of NEWS25 Daybreak.
When I get a little better read on things, I'll be sure to post the info.
http://jakesdtvblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/weht-adding-friday-show-switching-to.html
All I know for sure thus far is that TFS will debut this Friday (UPDATE: It will air at 11:00 AM CDT), and if the Twitterverse is correct, the show will be hosted by Whitney Ray of NEWS25 Daybreak.
When I get a little better read on things, I'll be sure to post the info.
http://jakesdtvblog.blogspot.com/2009/04/weht-adding-friday-show-switching-to.html
WOSU Powers Down Analog Transmitter
With new FCC rules allowing public TV outlets to turn off analog transmitters with little fuss, another Ohio station has done so.
http://ohiomedia.blogspot.com/2009/03/tuesday-columbus-and-beyond.html
http://ohiomedia.blogspot.com/2009/03/tuesday-columbus-and-beyond.html
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Want to Learn CS4? Here's Your Chance!
Erik Sondergelt from the Ohio Valley Chapter of the Media Communications Association - International asked us to plug their CS4 seminar coming up in Dayton....
Meeting: A presentation by Dave Helmly of Adobe - discussion of new CS4 features
for video
When: Tuesday, April 7, 2009 (please note
date!)
Time: Social Hour: 5:30
Meeting Begins: 6:30
Where: Berry Womens' Health Pavilion at
Miami Valley Hospital
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409
The link to the MCA-I website is: http://www.mcai-ohiovalley.org/ for complete
information and directions.
Meeting: A presentation by Dave Helmly of Adobe - discussion of new CS4 features
for video
When: Tuesday, April 7, 2009 (please note
date!)
Time: Social Hour: 5:30
Meeting Begins: 6:30
Where: Berry Womens' Health Pavilion at
Miami Valley Hospital
1 Wyoming Street
Dayton, OH 45409
The link to the MCA-I website is: http://www.mcai-ohiovalley.org/ for complete
information and directions.
WLWT to Use Live Blogs to Cover Events
WLWT-TV/DT 5 has expanded the tools at their disposal to cover stories as they happen.
Now, the station's website, is offering Live Blogs to cover some of the bigger stories in the Tri-State, including the current Ryan Widmer murder trial.
Widmer is accused of murdering his wife Sarah in August 2008 in their Hamilton Township, Ohio home. (Hamilton Twp. is in Warren County, which is where Kings Island is.)
Anyway, we're guessing that this tool was one reason WLWT wanted to have computers in the courtroom during the McCafferty trial, as we covered previously here. Apparently, this judge was not so strict and has allowed the use of the computers.
We're sure several other news sites use the tool, and we know that WWE uses it for their WWE Universe fan section, to do live blog coverage of Monday Night Raw and Pay-Per-View events.
http://ohkyintristatemedia.blogspot.com/2009/03/wlwt-expands-blogging-tools.html
Now, the station's website, is offering Live Blogs to cover some of the bigger stories in the Tri-State, including the current Ryan Widmer murder trial.
Widmer is accused of murdering his wife Sarah in August 2008 in their Hamilton Township, Ohio home. (Hamilton Twp. is in Warren County, which is where Kings Island is.)
Anyway, we're guessing that this tool was one reason WLWT wanted to have computers in the courtroom during the McCafferty trial, as we covered previously here. Apparently, this judge was not so strict and has allowed the use of the computers.
We're sure several other news sites use the tool, and we know that WWE uses it for their WWE Universe fan section, to do live blog coverage of Monday Night Raw and Pay-Per-View events.
http://ohkyintristatemedia.blogspot.com/2009/03/wlwt-expands-blogging-tools.html
Former Lexington Anchor Hits the Stage in Chicago
FOX5's Holly Morris joins the cast of CHICAGO on stage at the National Theatre during the 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday, April 5. Morris will perform in three separate scenes as one of the ladies incarcerated in the Cook County Jail, including the number "Razzle Dazzle."
Tickets are priced $46.50 to $91.50, with a limited number of premium seats priced at $151.50 (plus applicable service charges). Tickets are currently on sale now at the National Theatre Box Office, and through Telecharge at www.Telecharge.com or by calling (800) 447-7400. For group tickets, call (866) 276-2947. For information, call the National Theatre at (202) 628-6161 or visit www.nationaltheatre.org.
http://broadwayworld.com/article/FOX5s_Holly_Morris_Joins_Cast_Of_CHICAGO_In_DC_45_20090327
Tickets are priced $46.50 to $91.50, with a limited number of premium seats priced at $151.50 (plus applicable service charges). Tickets are currently on sale now at the National Theatre Box Office, and through Telecharge at www.Telecharge.com or by calling (800) 447-7400. For group tickets, call (866) 276-2947. For information, call the National Theatre at (202) 628-6161 or visit www.nationaltheatre.org.
http://broadwayworld.com/article/FOX5s_Holly_Morris_Joins_Cast_Of_CHICAGO_In_DC_45_20090327
Did WHAS Jump the Gun with Gillespie Firing Story?
Are you kidding me?
The University of Kentucky has sent a statement to WHAS-TV in Louisville saying that the story of Billy Gillispie’s firing is NOT true.
Initially, the station stood by their report that the coach will not return next year.
But they’ve now pulled the story off their website (as of 11:35pm EDT).
The story originally said that sources had confirmed to two WHAS reporters that Gillispie was out.
We’ll have much, much more tomorrow morning.
http://mrsec.com/story/uk-denies-whas-tv-story-of-gillispies-dismissal
The University of Kentucky has sent a statement to WHAS-TV in Louisville saying that the story of Billy Gillispie’s firing is NOT true.
Initially, the station stood by their report that the coach will not return next year.
But they’ve now pulled the story off their website (as of 11:35pm EDT).
The story originally said that sources had confirmed to two WHAS reporters that Gillispie was out.
We’ll have much, much more tomorrow morning.
http://mrsec.com/story/uk-denies-whas-tv-story-of-gillispies-dismissal
WBNS in Columbus to Help Viewers Survive the Storm
In coordination with Ohio’s Severe Weather Awareness Week, Gazette news partner WBNS 10TV will present a 30-minute weather special with important safety information as severe weather season begins.
“Surviving the Storm,” hosted by 10-TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Bradley and the Live Doppler 10 Weather Team, will be shown at 7:30 tonight.
http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20090325/NEWS01/90325003
“Surviving the Storm,” hosted by 10-TV Chief Meteorologist Chris Bradley and the Live Doppler 10 Weather Team, will be shown at 7:30 tonight.
http://www.chillicothegazette.com/article/20090325/NEWS01/90325003
Coupons Available for Digital Switch Once Again
The $40 converter-box coupons are back.
More funding for the delayed digital transition means the end of the waiting list and a second chance for those whose coupons expired.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration, which runs the government's TV converter-box coupon program, is using about $490 million of the $650 million it received from the stimulus bill for the coupons.
Some of that money has been spent clearing out the waiting list for coupons, said Anna Gomez, acting assistant secretary of commerce for communications and information.
Those on the waiting list should receive their coupons in the next two weeks, she said.
"We are processing all new coupons as they come in," Gomez said.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/03/24/converter.html?sid=101
More funding for the delayed digital transition means the end of the waiting list and a second chance for those whose coupons expired.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration, which runs the government's TV converter-box coupon program, is using about $490 million of the $650 million it received from the stimulus bill for the coupons.
Some of that money has been spent clearing out the waiting list for coupons, said Anna Gomez, acting assistant secretary of commerce for communications and information.
Those on the waiting list should receive their coupons in the next two weeks, she said.
"We are processing all new coupons as they come in," Gomez said.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/03/24/converter.html?sid=101
Evansville Fox Welcomes New Weatherman
Fox 7 WTVW is pleased to announce the addition of Josh Breslow to our weather and reporting staff. Josh comes to the Fox 7 family from Gainesville, Florida where he recently graduated the University of Florida. Josh is trained both as a weathercaster and a reporter. Josh is a Miami Native and will begin his duties this weekend on Fox 7 News at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. Fox 7 Chief Meteorologist Ron Rhodes welcomed Josh to town during our Monday weather segment on the outdoor patio.
See Video Here
http://tristatehomepage.com/content/fulltext/?cid=62241
See Video Here
http://tristatehomepage.com/content/fulltext/?cid=62241
Former WTHI Weather Guesser Lands in W. Lafayette
WLFI's Station Manager Tom Combs has released the following statement:
"I am pleased to announce that Chad Evans will be joining WLFI as chief meteorologist replacing Mike Prangley. We are proud to welcome someone from part of the LIN Television family.
"Chad has worked in Evansville at WEHT and most recently spent over 4 years at WTHI in Terre Haute. His first day will be May 11 and we look forward to welcoming him as part of the WLFI staff. He is a native of Odon, Indiana and an ISU grad.
http://www.wlfi.com/dpp/news/local_wlfi_westlafayette_welcomechadevanstowlfi_20090323
"I am pleased to announce that Chad Evans will be joining WLFI as chief meteorologist replacing Mike Prangley. We are proud to welcome someone from part of the LIN Television family.
"Chad has worked in Evansville at WEHT and most recently spent over 4 years at WTHI in Terre Haute. His first day will be May 11 and we look forward to welcoming him as part of the WLFI staff. He is a native of Odon, Indiana and an ISU grad.
http://www.wlfi.com/dpp/news/local_wlfi_westlafayette_welcomechadevanstowlfi_20090323
Digital Switch Could Mean a Weak Signal in Evansville
As June 12 — the date for TV stations to switch from analog to digital signals — nears and uncertainty looms about the process, the Federal Communications Commission continues to set regulations and guidelines for broadcasters.
The FCC notified television stations last week that, if they expect to lose 2 percent or more of the population in their analog viewing range after the switch, they must broadcast the news of the signal loss to their viewers before June 12.
http://www.courierpress.com/news/2009/mar/21/digital-tv-transition-could-mean-weak-signal/
The FCC notified television stations last week that, if they expect to lose 2 percent or more of the population in their analog viewing range after the switch, they must broadcast the news of the signal loss to their viewers before June 12.
http://www.courierpress.com/news/2009/mar/21/digital-tv-transition-could-mean-weak-signal/
Mills James Ranks #1 in Columbus
Mills James Productions took the top spot in Columbus C.E.O. magazine’s recently published list of Central Ohio audiovisual production companies.
In the April 2009 issue of Columbus C.E.O., Mills James is named the #1 Audiovisual Production Company based on the C.E.O Leaderboard survey, which ranks companies by number of Central Ohio employees.
This latest recognition comes just months after Columbus C.E.O. readers voted Mills James as the “Best Audiovisual Production Company” in the November 2008 issue’s “Best of Business in Central Ohio” list, which stated that Mills James “blew away the competition.”
In addition to the Columbus C.E.O. honors, Mills James has consistently been named the top-ranked company in Business First Columbus’ annual list of Greater Columbus Audiovisual Production Companies.
Columbus C.E.O. is Central Ohio's largest business magazine, with a monthly circulation of more than 26,000. The magazine delivers in-depth business reporting on the area's financial arena, with a blend of business-related articles, profiles of movers and shakers, in-depth reporting of local trends and more.
Employee-owned, Mills James has been providing creative media solutions for a wide range of advertising, broadcast and corporate clients, including many Fortune 500 corporations, since 1984.
In the April 2009 issue of Columbus C.E.O., Mills James is named the #1 Audiovisual Production Company based on the C.E.O Leaderboard survey, which ranks companies by number of Central Ohio employees.
This latest recognition comes just months after Columbus C.E.O. readers voted Mills James as the “Best Audiovisual Production Company” in the November 2008 issue’s “Best of Business in Central Ohio” list, which stated that Mills James “blew away the competition.”
In addition to the Columbus C.E.O. honors, Mills James has consistently been named the top-ranked company in Business First Columbus’ annual list of Greater Columbus Audiovisual Production Companies.
Columbus C.E.O. is Central Ohio's largest business magazine, with a monthly circulation of more than 26,000. The magazine delivers in-depth business reporting on the area's financial arena, with a blend of business-related articles, profiles of movers and shakers, in-depth reporting of local trends and more.
Employee-owned, Mills James has been providing creative media solutions for a wide range of advertising, broadcast and corporate clients, including many Fortune 500 corporations, since 1984.
Cincinnati and Ketucky Public TV to Switch to Digital Early
TV's transition from analog to digital will come quicker for area public TV stations than commercial stations, which are waiting until the government's June 12 deadline.
CET (Channel 48), Oxford's WPTO-TV (Channel 14) and Dayton's WPTD-TV (Channel 16) announced Wednesday they will shut off duplicative analog signals May 1.
Covington's WCVN-TV (Channel 54), and the statewide Kentucky Educational Television network, had previously said they will drop analog April 16.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090319/ENT/903190347
CET (Channel 48), Oxford's WPTO-TV (Channel 14) and Dayton's WPTD-TV (Channel 16) announced Wednesday they will shut off duplicative analog signals May 1.
Covington's WCVN-TV (Channel 54), and the statewide Kentucky Educational Television network, had previously said they will drop analog April 16.
http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090319/ENT/903190347
News Hour With Jim Lehrer Comes to Dayton
A crew from the public television's national "NewsHour With Jim Lehrer" began a three-day visit to Dayton on Wednesday, March 18, to take a snapshot of the arts community.
"Dayton was recommended to us as a place where the economy has been hit hard, but where the arts are strong," said Anne Davenport, media producer for the program, which airs locally from 6 to 7 weeknights on WPTD-TV, Channel 16.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/03/18/ddn031809newshourweb.html
"Dayton was recommended to us as a place where the economy has been hit hard, but where the arts are strong," said Anne Davenport, media producer for the program, which airs locally from 6 to 7 weeknights on WPTD-TV, Channel 16.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/03/18/ddn031809newshourweb.html
Louisville's CW Wants to Clear the Air
Here’s a follow-up to yesterday’s story about the CW. The station’s CEO, Carol LaFever, was understandably upset when she learned a competitor was telling advertisers that her station might fold in a few weeks and was being evicted from its building.
First, it wasn’t true. And more importantly, it could be bad for business. We certainly believe that Fox41’s Bill Lamb put an immediate stop to the rumor-spreading when he found out about it, but LaFever was compelled to write a letter explaining the station’s status.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/03/18/clearing-the-airwaves-on-the-cw/
First, it wasn’t true. And more importantly, it could be bad for business. We certainly believe that Fox41’s Bill Lamb put an immediate stop to the rumor-spreading when he found out about it, but LaFever was compelled to write a letter explaining the station’s status.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/03/18/clearing-the-airwaves-on-the-cw/
Longtime WHIO Employee Honored
The Montgomery County Commission honored long time WHIO-TV videographer Denny Cheatham on Tuesday.
Denny is retiring April 3, the day before his 65th birthday.
At Tuesday's commission meeting, commissioners issued a proclamation in Denny's honor congratulating him on his 46 years of service at News Center 7.
http://www.whiotv.com/news/18952612/detail.html
Denny is retiring April 3, the day before his 65th birthday.
At Tuesday's commission meeting, commissioners issued a proclamation in Denny's honor congratulating him on his 46 years of service at News Center 7.
http://www.whiotv.com/news/18952612/detail.html
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Emmy Fight Over New Media Award Ends
The fight over how Emmys for new media will be distributed has been resolved, ending a protracted battle between the National Academy of Television and the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and setting the stage for deeper cooperation.
http://www.tvweek.com/news/2009/03/emmy_fight_over_newmedia_award.php
http://www.tvweek.com/news/2009/03/emmy_fight_over_newmedia_award.php
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Columbus News Director Position Eliminated
Maybe a sweeping reorganization can help Media General get its groove back. On Monday, the newspaper and TV owner announced it would reorganize its local assets into five geographic regions, discarding the traditional organization that grouped businesses by its three media segments, publishing, broadcast and interactive media.
In addition to the five geographic regions, Virginia/Tennessee, Florida, mid-South, North Carolina and Ohio/Rhode Island, Media General will have a sixth business segment, interactive advertising services, which will encompass Blockdot, DealTaker.com and NetInformer. (more)
Editor's note: Here's a link to more on the Media General restructuring and the full news release coming out of Richmond, Virginia. Media General breaks down the new georgraphic regions and leadership this way:
The following Media General executives have been named President, Market Leader, for these five market segments. They will report to Reid Ashe, Chief Operating Officer:
Virginia/Tennessee - James A. Zimmerman. Mr. Zimmerman is currently President of the Broadcast Division. In 2008, the VA/TN market had revenues of approximately $235 million.
Florida - John R. Schueler. Mr. Schueler is currently President, Florida Communications Group. In 2008, the FL market had revenues of approximately $215 million.
Mid-South - John R. Cottingham. Mr. Cottingham is currently Senior Vice President, Broadcast Stations. The Mid-South market includes South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. In 2008, the Mid-South market had revenues of approximately $170 million.
North Carolina - James R. Conschafter. Mr. Conschafter is currently Senior Vice President, Broadcast Stations. In 2008, the NC market had revenues of approximately $105 million.
Ohio/Rhode Island - Richard E. Rogala. Mr. Rogala is currently Vice President and General Manager, WCMH in Columbus, Ohio. In 2008, the OH/RI market had revenues of approximately $62 million. (more)
Rick Gevers reports that Dan Bradley has been named Director of the Digital Newsroom for the company's WCMH-TV, the NBC affiliate in Columbus, OH. Dan will oversee production, engineering, news, and IT, and work with Brand Manager Ike Walker, who oversees the newsroom on a day-to-day basis. Bradley tells Gevers the position of News Director at WCMH has been eliminated, and that he will continue to serve as VP/News for Media General's TV stations.
http://www.tvspy.com/shoptalk.cfm?page=1#editor
In addition to the five geographic regions, Virginia/Tennessee, Florida, mid-South, North Carolina and Ohio/Rhode Island, Media General will have a sixth business segment, interactive advertising services, which will encompass Blockdot, DealTaker.com and NetInformer. (more)
Editor's note: Here's a link to more on the Media General restructuring and the full news release coming out of Richmond, Virginia. Media General breaks down the new georgraphic regions and leadership this way:
The following Media General executives have been named President, Market Leader, for these five market segments. They will report to Reid Ashe, Chief Operating Officer:
Virginia/Tennessee - James A. Zimmerman. Mr. Zimmerman is currently President of the Broadcast Division. In 2008, the VA/TN market had revenues of approximately $235 million.
Florida - John R. Schueler. Mr. Schueler is currently President, Florida Communications Group. In 2008, the FL market had revenues of approximately $215 million.
Mid-South - John R. Cottingham. Mr. Cottingham is currently Senior Vice President, Broadcast Stations. The Mid-South market includes South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi. In 2008, the Mid-South market had revenues of approximately $170 million.
North Carolina - James R. Conschafter. Mr. Conschafter is currently Senior Vice President, Broadcast Stations. In 2008, the NC market had revenues of approximately $105 million.
Ohio/Rhode Island - Richard E. Rogala. Mr. Rogala is currently Vice President and General Manager, WCMH in Columbus, Ohio. In 2008, the OH/RI market had revenues of approximately $62 million. (more)
Rick Gevers reports that Dan Bradley has been named Director of the Digital Newsroom for the company's WCMH-TV, the NBC affiliate in Columbus, OH. Dan will oversee production, engineering, news, and IT, and work with Brand Manager Ike Walker, who oversees the newsroom on a day-to-day basis. Bradley tells Gevers the position of News Director at WCMH has been eliminated, and that he will continue to serve as VP/News for Media General's TV stations.
http://www.tvspy.com/shoptalk.cfm?page=1#editor
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Where Are The Ad Bucks? The NCAA
TV viewership for the NCAA men’s basketball tournament has been falling for years, but advertising revenue has been rising just as steadily.
That’s the finding of a new report from Nielsen, released yesterday, three days before this year’s tourney tips off on CBS. It finds that over the past five years, TV ad spending on March Madness has jumped an impressive 34 percent, from $434 million in 2004 to $580 million last year.
http://www.medialifemagazine.com/artman2/publish/Sports_TV_52/Where_the_ad_bucks_are_March_Madness.asp
That’s the finding of a new report from Nielsen, released yesterday, three days before this year’s tourney tips off on CBS. It finds that over the past five years, TV ad spending on March Madness has jumped an impressive 34 percent, from $434 million in 2004 to $580 million last year.
http://www.medialifemagazine.com/artman2/publish/Sports_TV_52/Where_the_ad_bucks_are_March_Madness.asp
Media General Board Dissidents Leave
3 Media General board members will leave after their term is up after a rather contentious run.
http://www.rbr.com/tv-cable/13425.html
http://www.rbr.com/tv-cable/13425.html
Radio Want Ads are Hit With Louisville Employers and Job Seekers
John Barger was devastated when he lost his printing job late last year. With the economy in shambles and many other people looking for work, the Kentucky man says he didn't know where to turn.
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/03/14/radio.want.ads/
http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/03/14/radio.want.ads/
New Albany Firm Takes Over WYCS
Mark up another step forward for New Albany Broadcasting Co. The operator of WNDA, which has facilities in Clarksville and broadcast a daily news program covering southern Indiana, has come to an agreement to operate Louisville’s WYCS-TV.
The company also operates a talk radio station at 1570 AM. That station airs a morning radio show featuring Rocky Knight from 6-9, along with a lineup of syndicated hosts.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/03/12/done-deal-new-albany-firm-buys-wycs/
The company also operates a talk radio station at 1570 AM. That station airs a morning radio show featuring Rocky Knight from 6-9, along with a lineup of syndicated hosts.
http://thevillevoice.com/2009/03/12/done-deal-new-albany-firm-buys-wycs/
3 Columbus TV Stations to Pool Resources
Three TV stations in this Midwestern city are following the cost-cutting trend in the broadcast industry. WCMH-TV, WXYX-TV and WTTE-TV will now share news operations. WCMH is the NBC affiliate owned by Media General, and WTTE is a Fox and WSYX is the ABC owned by Sinclair.
“The stations’ assignment desks have built a back channel to communicate with each other and a workflow to schedule shoots,” WCMH said in a press release. The announcement likened the arrangement to a pool feed, which stations have done for years, but the notion of pool-feeding regular local news is relatively recent though catching on.
http://www.televisionbroadcast.com/article/76014
“The stations’ assignment desks have built a back channel to communicate with each other and a workflow to schedule shoots,” WCMH said in a press release. The announcement likened the arrangement to a pool feed, which stations have done for years, but the notion of pool-feeding regular local news is relatively recent though catching on.
http://www.televisionbroadcast.com/article/76014
Time Warner Announces 3 New HD Channels in Cincinnati
Time Warner cable has announced the launch of three new high-definition channels in Cincinnati. The cable operator has added following HD channels:
WXIX-TV
Chiller and
The MLB Network
Time Warner has added WXIX-TV’s “This TV,” which will bring programming like ‘The Outer Limits,’ ‘Mister Ed,’ ‘Patty Duke’ and ‘Burke’s Law.’
The cable operator has added NBC Universal’s Chiller on Channel 179 and the sports network on Channel 178.
http://direct-sat.com/?p=181
WXIX-TV
Chiller and
The MLB Network
Time Warner has added WXIX-TV’s “This TV,” which will bring programming like ‘The Outer Limits,’ ‘Mister Ed,’ ‘Patty Duke’ and ‘Burke’s Law.’
The cable operator has added NBC Universal’s Chiller on Channel 179 and the sports network on Channel 178.
http://direct-sat.com/?p=181
10TV to Honor Former Anchor Heather Pick at Race for the Cure
WBNS-10TV announced Tuesday that it is teaming up with Wolfe Associates, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and Charles Penzone, Inc. to help carry on the legacy of Heather Pick, the 10TV morning and midday anchor who lost her public battle with breast cancer in November.
The collaboration will involve the creation of "Heather's Team" for Komen Columbus Race for the Cure, to be held May 16. Those who register to be part of "Heather's Team" will pay $45 and receive a T-shirt with Pick pictured on the front, a pink wig like the one she sported in her final public appearance shortly before her death. Proceeds from the sale of the shirts and wigs will go to Komen Columbus in her honor.
http://10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/03/10/story_komen_heather.html
The collaboration will involve the creation of "Heather's Team" for Komen Columbus Race for the Cure, to be held May 16. Those who register to be part of "Heather's Team" will pay $45 and receive a T-shirt with Pick pictured on the front, a pink wig like the one she sported in her final public appearance shortly before her death. Proceeds from the sale of the shirts and wigs will go to Komen Columbus in her honor.
http://10tv.com/live/content/station/stories/2009/03/10/story_komen_heather.html
WBKI Up For Sale
Louisville’s CW affiliate television station is on the auction block.
Station CEO Carol LaFever says the economy isn’t necessarily the reason for the sale. Rather, the station’s licensees have decided to get out of the television business altogether.
The buyer will decide what happens to the station’s employees and CW affiliation, but LaFever says she has high hopes for WBKI’s future.
“We have allowed access to the airwaves for some minorities, diversities and nontraditional broadcasters and we’re hoping that through this process they may have a chance to look at the opportunity and possibly again have a point of entry where they might not otherwise,” she says.
Bidding for WBKI starts at $750,000 and continues through April 17th.
http://www.wfpl.org/CMS/?p=3953
Station CEO Carol LaFever says the economy isn’t necessarily the reason for the sale. Rather, the station’s licensees have decided to get out of the television business altogether.
The buyer will decide what happens to the station’s employees and CW affiliation, but LaFever says she has high hopes for WBKI’s future.
“We have allowed access to the airwaves for some minorities, diversities and nontraditional broadcasters and we’re hoping that through this process they may have a chance to look at the opportunity and possibly again have a point of entry where they might not otherwise,” she says.
Bidding for WBKI starts at $750,000 and continues through April 17th.
http://www.wfpl.org/CMS/?p=3953
Tiny Columbus Station Seeks to Become Beacon of Arts
It might seem a long way from home shopping to ballet, but WDEM-TV (Channel 17) made the journey with the flick of a switch.
The little-known Grandview Heights station, a home-shopping outlet for more than a decade, changed its format a few weeks ago to a mix of TV classics and a fledgling arts-and-culture program called Lifeline Columbus.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/life/stories/2009/03/09/1A_WDEM-TV_--_timely.ART_ART_03-09-09_D1_EED4EE7.html?sid=101
The little-known Grandview Heights station, a home-shopping outlet for more than a decade, changed its format a few weeks ago to a mix of TV classics and a fledgling arts-and-culture program called Lifeline Columbus.
http://www.columbusdispatch.com/live/content/life/stories/2009/03/09/1A_WDEM-TV_--_timely.ART_ART_03-09-09_D1_EED4EE7.html?sid=101
Friday, March 13, 2009
Laure Quinlivan for City Council
Laure Quinlivan, Emmy and Peabody award winning journalist and former I-Team reporter for WCPO, has announced her candidacy for City Council. So what does this announcement mean for her current lawsuit against her former employer, WCPO, for pregancy and gender discrimination? Who knows. But here's her website showing what she plans to do for Cincinnati if elected.
http://lqreportingtoyou.com/
http://lqreportingtoyou.com/
WHAS Employees Among Belo Cuts
WHAS-TV, Louisville’s ABC affiliate, has informed four employees that they would be laid off at the end of the month as part of a companywide staff reduction announced Wednesday by the station’s parent company, Belo Corp.
http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/stories/2009/03/09/daily38.html
http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/stories/2009/03/09/daily38.html
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
WHAS' Chuck Olmstead Passes Away
It is with heavy hearts that we bring you the sad news that our good friend and colleague Chuck Olmstead passed away early Tuesday morning.
http://www.whas11.com/topstories/stories/whas11-topstory-090309-chuck-olmstead.1eea3d38.html
http://www.whas11.com/topstories/stories/whas11-topstory-090309-chuck-olmstead.1eea3d38.html
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Memorial Ceremony Held For Uncle Al
A memorial was held Saturday for Cincinnati television legend Al Lewis.
Lewis died on Feb. 28 at the Heartland of Hillsboro center. He was 84 years old.
Remembering "Uncle Al"
The service was held at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Hillsboro, Ohio. No visitation was scheduled.
“Uncle Al,” as he was known for 35 years, was known for the "Uncle Al Show" on WCPO.
He starred in the show along with his wife of 59 years, Wanda “Captain Windy” Lewis.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29569258/#storyContinued
Lewis died on Feb. 28 at the Heartland of Hillsboro center. He was 84 years old.
Remembering "Uncle Al"
The service was held at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Hillsboro, Ohio. No visitation was scheduled.
“Uncle Al,” as he was known for 35 years, was known for the "Uncle Al Show" on WCPO.
He starred in the show along with his wife of 59 years, Wanda “Captain Windy” Lewis.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29569258/#storyContinued
The Latest on WHAS' Chuck Olmstead
It was great to get the phone call I just received here at WHAS 11. On the other end, Chuck Olmstead's wife Candy. She couldn't wait to tell you, our viewers how thankful she and her entire family are to this community. In fact, Candy said if she could embrace you all with a hug, she would. And believe me, Candy's got the energy to do it.
http://www.whas11.com/topstories/stories/whas11-localnews-090306-chuck-update.cd7390a.html
http://www.whas11.com/topstories/stories/whas11-localnews-090306-chuck-update.cd7390a.html
WDTN Hires New Morning Anchor
A new face will be gracing morning TV screens in the Dayton area soon. Pam Elliot has been hired as the new anchor of the 2 News Sunrise edition from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m. on WDTN-TV Channel 2.
http://dayton.bizjournals.com/dayton/stories/2009/03/02/daily70.html
http://dayton.bizjournals.com/dayton/stories/2009/03/02/daily70.html
Media General Newscasts Mix On Air with Online
Columbus, Ohio’s WCMH NBC 4 began airing its @5:30 on 4 newscast that incorporates Internet interaction with viewers last month – one of several experiments the Media General station group is undertaking to incorporate “social media” such as Twitter and Facebook into television programming.
At WSPA in Spartanburg, South Carolina, anchor Amy Wood has been making social media feedback part of the show she anchors on the CW affiliate for the past year.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/189475-Media_General_Newscasts_Mix_Online_with_On_Air.php
At WSPA in Spartanburg, South Carolina, anchor Amy Wood has been making social media feedback part of the show she anchors on the CW affiliate for the past year.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/article/189475-Media_General_Newscasts_Mix_Online_with_On_Air.php
Anietra Hamper Moves From WCMH to WBNS
Veteran journalist and anchor Anietra Hamper was named co-anchor of WBNS-10TV's weekday morning and noon newscasts, president and general manager Tom Griesdorn announced Wednesday.
Hamper will join Chuck Strickler, Mike Davis and Karina Nova to become the primary anchor team for top-rated 10TV HD News at 5 a.m., 6 a.m. and noon. She will begin her on-air duties in June.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/local/stories/2009/03/04/story_hamper.html?sid=102
Hamper will join Chuck Strickler, Mike Davis and Karina Nova to become the primary anchor team for top-rated 10TV HD News at 5 a.m., 6 a.m. and noon. She will begin her on-air duties in June.
http://www.10tv.com/live/content/local/stories/2009/03/04/story_hamper.html?sid=102
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Dayton Broadcasting Icon Carl Day Out at WDTN
Carl Day, a veteran Dayton and Emmy-winning television news anchor, said he has received notice from WDTN-TV Channel 2 that his contract with the station has not been renewed.
The contract ended on Dec. 31, 2008. Day has been fighting leukemia for a fourth time. He also suffered shoulder, back and leg injuries when he said he took a fall backwards, in the television studios in October 2008.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/03/04/ddn030409daleweb.html
The contract ended on Dec. 31, 2008. Day has been fighting leukemia for a fourth time. He also suffered shoulder, back and leg injuries when he said he took a fall backwards, in the television studios in October 2008.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/03/04/ddn030409daleweb.html
Wheeling Radio Station Loses Second Employee in 2 Weeks
Our condolences, again, to employees of RCK 1 Group talk WKKX/1600 in Wheeling WV, as a second member of their radio family has passed away.
West Virginia Media CBS/ABC/Fox affiliate WTRF/7 and sister newspaper The State Journal report that WKKX talk host and newsman Tod Jeffers has died at the age of 67.
Among the stations on Jeffers' resume according to AllAccess - Columbus' WBNS-FM/97.1, which recently changed from hot AC to sports as "97.1 The Fan".
WKKX is mainly a Wheeling-centric station, and doesn't cover nearly as much of the Ohio side of the Ohio Valley region as Clear Channel talk competitor WWVA/1170 (or the two local TV stations, WTRF and Cox NBC affiliate WTOV/9 Steubenville OH).
But we did note the passing of Ohio Valley broadcast legend George Kellas...who was a co-worker of Jeffers at WKKX. That means the Wheeling talk station's employees are now grieving over the second staff member death in under two weeks...
West Virginia Media CBS/ABC/Fox affiliate WTRF/7 and sister newspaper The State Journal report that WKKX talk host and newsman Tod Jeffers has died at the age of 67.
Among the stations on Jeffers' resume according to AllAccess - Columbus' WBNS-FM/97.1, which recently changed from hot AC to sports as "97.1 The Fan".
WKKX is mainly a Wheeling-centric station, and doesn't cover nearly as much of the Ohio side of the Ohio Valley region as Clear Channel talk competitor WWVA/1170 (or the two local TV stations, WTRF and Cox NBC affiliate WTOV/9 Steubenville OH).
But we did note the passing of Ohio Valley broadcast legend George Kellas...who was a co-worker of Jeffers at WKKX. That means the Wheeling talk station's employees are now grieving over the second staff member death in under two weeks...
Big Cutbacks in Kent PBS and Columbus Dispatch
Let's see where the Tuesday morning item mix takes us...unfortunately, it's mostly not good news...
http://ohiomedia.blogspot.com/2009/03/some-mixed-news.html
http://ohiomedia.blogspot.com/2009/03/some-mixed-news.html
Conservative Dayton Radio Host Says He Was Fired
Mike Scinto, a local conservative talk radio host who has spent the past 10 years of his longtime radio career at WDAO-AM (1210), said he was terminated Monday, March 2.
Scinto, in an interview by phone Monday night, said station President and General Manager Jim Johnson called him Monday morning to say advertisers were not supporting his show, "Expressions II," which aired noon to 2 p.m.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/03/02/ddn030209scintoweb.html
Scinto, in an interview by phone Monday night, said station President and General Manager Jim Johnson called him Monday morning to say advertisers were not supporting his show, "Expressions II," which aired noon to 2 p.m.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/n/content/oh/story/news/local/2009/03/02/ddn030209scintoweb.html
Fun Facts About Al Lewis
All the things you never knew about Al Lewis. We'll miss you "Uncle Al"!!
http://www.wcpo.com/content/news/localshows/goodmorningtristate/letter/story/Uncle-Al-Fun-Facts-GMTS-Newsletter/w_Ki-GY2gUqDZmO2FHJl_A.cspx
http://www.wcpo.com/content/news/localshows/goodmorningtristate/letter/story/Uncle-Al-Fun-Facts-GMTS-Newsletter/w_Ki-GY2gUqDZmO2FHJl_A.cspx
Children's TV Pioneer "Uncle Al" Dies
CINCINNATI (AP) — Al Lewis, who was known as "Uncle Al" on a long-running children's television show that aired nationally in the 1950s, has died. He was 84.
Lewis produced and starred in "The Uncle Al Show," which ran daily from 1950 to 1985 on WCPO-TV. The show aired nationally on ABC affiliates on Saturday mornings over two years in the late 1950s.
WCPO, which announced Lewis' death Sunday, said he died Saturday in Hillsboro, Ohio, where he and his wife Wanda lived. No other details were released.
http://www.coshoctontribune.com/article/20090302/UPDATES01/90302013
Lewis produced and starred in "The Uncle Al Show," which ran daily from 1950 to 1985 on WCPO-TV. The show aired nationally on ABC affiliates on Saturday mornings over two years in the late 1950s.
WCPO, which announced Lewis' death Sunday, said he died Saturday in Hillsboro, Ohio, where he and his wife Wanda lived. No other details were released.
http://www.coshoctontribune.com/article/20090302/UPDATES01/90302013
9 to Join Dayton Area Broadcasting Hall of Fame
Nine Dayton broadcasters will be inducted into the Dayton Area Broadcasting Hall of Fame in September.
One of the honorees is legendary television news photographer Denny Cheatham of WHIO-TV Channel 7 News, who is also announcing his retirement. Cheatham said he plans to end his career of chasing news stories after 46 years.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/o/content/oh/story/opinions/columns/2009/03/02/ddn030209dale.html
One of the honorees is legendary television news photographer Denny Cheatham of WHIO-TV Channel 7 News, who is also announcing his retirement. Cheatham said he plans to end his career of chasing news stories after 46 years.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/o/content/oh/story/opinions/columns/2009/03/02/ddn030209dale.html
The Ultimate Guide to Watching TV Online
With our economy in freefall, everyone is looking for ways to cut back on their budgets. Giving a little more thought to the cable bill is a popular place to start. In previous days giving up cable basically meant giving up TV. Sure you could probably pull in a few snowy over the air channels, but your options ended there. Things have changed tremendously on this front even in the past year. There are now tons of options for cutting out your cable bill entirely without pain or feelings of deprivation. Here’s a comprehensive guide to sites that if implemented well could end up saving you quite a bit of money:
http://tv.popcrunch.com/watch-tv-online/
http://tv.popcrunch.com/watch-tv-online/
Digital Switch Gets Mixed Reception in Columbus
Mar. 1--Back in 1997, I wrote this about my weariness with the hype surrounding the far-distant switch to digital television:
"Someone alert me on the day . . . when I can no longer get a picture on my existing television. At that point, I will pay attention."
Well, I was true to my word.
http://www.istockanalyst.com/article/viewiStockNews/articleid/3079706
"Someone alert me on the day . . . when I can no longer get a picture on my existing television. At that point, I will pay attention."
Well, I was true to my word.
http://www.istockanalyst.com/article/viewiStockNews/articleid/3079706
Send Well Wishes to Chuck Olmstead
http://www.whas11.com/news/local/stories/022709whascwTopChuckO.db9d726.html
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Chuck Olmstead Update
Got a call from Chuck Olmstead’s family spokesperson this morning who wanted to share news that he is in stable condition.
Keep sending your cards and well wishes:
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Keep sending your cards and well wishes:
www.thevillevoice.com
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