Here's our update of what's happening around the WKYC Digital Broadcast Center, on NBC and around the television industry:
WKYC launches New iAlert System with Text Alerts
WKYC is launching a bigger and even better iAlert system that will bring you the latest closings and delays faster than ever. We now have 3 bars of information and a "Just In" tab for the latest updates coming up as we receive them into the television station. Plus, we are launching a brand new text messaging service for closings that you can get right to your mobile phone for the schools are you interested in. And of course, WKYC will continue to have the latest closings available anytime, 24/7 on our website: wkyc.com. You can sign up for text closing alerts right now: CLICK HERE
Tower Update: Still Delayed
Still not much to report on the rise of WKYC's new tower. We are still being delayed due to circumstances beyond our control. It's very possible, Channel 3 will be forced to continue broadcasting on Digital Channel 2 beyond February 17th. The FCC is also granting certain broadcasters with an extension to continue broadcasting on their analog channel provided no interference would occur with the new digital channels. Channel 3 would qualify for that according to FCC guidelines.
It's the Spitzer AutoWorld Sportscast
Have you noticed our sportscast this week? We have a brand new sponsor for Jim Donovan's nightly sports at 6, 7 & 11 PM. We are thrilled to have Spitzer Auto World bring you our nightly sports broadcast. And remember, buy American - support our local auto workers.
"Biggest Losers: Couples" Premieres Tonight at 8 p.m.
It's back... season 7 of "Biggest Loser: Couples" starts tonight (Tuesday) at 8 p.m. on WKYC and NBC. The season begins by introducing the players, who will compete in pairs. Grandparents, best friends and former plus-size models are among the twosomes. The group also boasts the oldest contestants and the heaviest contestant in the show's history. For a behind the scenes preview of the show: CLICK HERE
