Federal Communications Commission
Washington, DC 20554
Approved by OMB
3060-0754
FCC 398
Children's Television Programming Report

Report reflects information for the filing period ending: 2011-09-30 00:00:00.0 Filed on: 2011-10-07 09:08:24.413

Call Sign Channel Numbers Community of License
KOZL-TV  (analog)
28 (digital)
City State County ZIP Code
Springfield MO Greene 65803
Licensee Name
Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc
Network Affiliation Nielsen DMA Licensee World Wide Web Home Page Address (if applicable)
Springfield MO www.OzarksFirst.com
Facility ID Previous Call Sign (if applicable) License Renewal Expiration Date
3659 KSFX 2006-02-01 00:00:00.0
Analog Core Programming
2. State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671(c).  
3. (a) Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. §73.673?  
(b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 3(a).
4. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.
[There are no analog core program reports.]
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
5. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational and informational program.
[There are no analog non-core program reports.]
Sponsored Core Programming
6. List Core Programs, if any, aired by other analog stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.
[There are no analog sponsored core program broadcast reports.]
[There are no analog sponsored core program detail reports.]
Digital Core Programming
7. (a) State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream. 3.38 hours
  (b) Did the Licensee broadcast on its main digital program stream the same Children's Core Programming provided on its analog channel? N
  (c) If Yes to 7(b), the Licensee certifies that the representations and children's program information provided with respect to its analog channel apply equally with respect to its main digital program stream. Y
    If No to 7(c), submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation. (None Required)
8. (a) State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. 0.00 hours
  (b) State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. 0.00 hours
9. (a) Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. §73.673? Y
  (b) Identify publishers who were sent information in 9(a).
KOZL-TV provided information identifying each Core Program aired on the station, including an indication of the target child audience, to the following publishers of program guides: FYI TELEVISION, TV GUIDE, TV MEDIA INC, TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES, VIDEO VIEWING, MANSFIELD MIRROR, CHRISTIAN COUNTY NEWSPAPER, WEBSTER COUNTY CITIZEN AND ADVERTISER, COUNTY COURIER, TANEY COUNTY TIMES, and SPRINGFIELD NEWSPAPERS, INC. (Note: Station was a FOX affiliate through 8/31/11.) FOX Broadcasting Company also provided information identifying each Core Program they supplied to their affiliates, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as follows: "This Week in Baseball": ATLANTA JOURNAL CONSTITUTION, BALTIMORE SUN, BOSTON GLOBE, CHARLOTTE OBSERVER, CHICAGO TRIBUNE, DALLAS MORNING NEWS, DENVER POST, DETROIT FREE PRESS, GREENSVILLE NEWS, HOUSTON CHRONICLE, INDIANAPOLIS STAR, JOURNAL NEWS, KANSAS CITY STAR, LONG BEACH PRESS TELEGRAM, LOS ANGELES DAILY NEWS, LOS ANGELES TIMES, MIAMI HERALD, MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL, MINNEAPOLIS STAR TRIBUNE, NASHVILLE TENNESSEAN, NEW YORK DAILY NEWS, NEW YORK POST, NEWARK STAR LEDGER, NEWSDAY, ORLANDO SENTINEL, PHILADELPHIA DAILY NEWS, PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, PITTSBURGH POST GAZETTE, ROCKY MOUNTAIN NEWS, SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE, SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER, SEATTLE TIMES, ST LOUIS POST DISPATCH, ST PETERSBURG TIMES, WASHINGTON TIMES, USA TODAY, ASSOCIATED PRESS, DIRECTV, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED, SPORTS VUE, TRIBUNE, TV GUIDE, TV MEDIA, VITAC, WORLD FEATURES SYNDICATE.
10. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program.
   
Title of Digital Core Program #1 Origin
Awesome Adventures SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Fridays at 8:30A (7/1-8/26/11), Saturdays at 7A (7/2-9/24/11), Saturdays at 10A (9/3-9/24/11) 26 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Awesome Adventures" is designed to educate, inform, and entertain children 16 and under (specific target audience is 13-16) about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic, but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun. The program is regularly scheduled and airs between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

Title of Digital Core Program #2 Origin
Whaddyado SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturdays at 7:30A (7/2-9/24/11) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Whaddyado" (What Do You Do?) is a weekly half-hour educational series which chronicles real-life stories involving ordinary teens who find themselves caught in perilous and challenging situations. Through dramatic re-enactments or real-life footage, the show skillfully documents these events, interviews the participants, and talks to various experts who explain how best to react. Also, in an effort to help young people make the right decision at the right moment, there is a moral dilemma segment featured in each show. "Whaddyado" is designed to educate, inspire, and entertain children 13-16 years old about the world around them. Each episode is a life-lesson based on reality. The program is regularly scheduled and airs between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

Title of Digital Core Program #3 Origin
Eco Company SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturdays at 8A (7/2-9/24/11) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Eco Company" explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team finds out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. Additionally each week the show will provide practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in their daily lives. The program is regularly scheduled and airs between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

Title of Digital Core Program #4 Origin
Teen Kids News SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturdays at 8:30A (7/2-9/24/11) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Teen Kids News" meets FCC requirements for "core children's programming" by producing each week educational features, such as "College and You" (tips for choosing and getting into college) and "Word" (vocabulary skills training), as well as informational features for teens, such as reports about healthy eating, driving tips for new drivers, and internet predators. The show has been designed to meet needs of children and young adolescents with a unique curiosity about their world with weekly headlines that present the news in a teen appropriate manner. The program stimulates the 13-16 year olds' curiosity, develops their learning and cognitive skills, listening and thinking skills, and serves as an enhancement of their academic and educational experience. The program is regularly scheduled and airs between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

Title of Digital Core Program #5 Origin
Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Sundays at 7A (7/3-8/28/11), Saturdays at 9A (9/3-9/24/11) 13 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Made in Hollyood: Teen Edition" targets 13-16 year old teens with segments ranging from coverage of Animation, Producing & Directing to Costume Design, Casting & Composing. The content-rich spin-off introduces its audience to behind-the-scenes filmmaking, special effects techniques and career opportunities focusing on the creative, technical and artistic skills of the motion picture and television industries. The program is regularly scheduled and airs between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

Title of Digital Core Program #6 Origin
Live Life & Win SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturdays at 9:30A (9/24/11) 1 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Life Life & Win" encourages the 13 to 16-year-old audience to (1) explore, discover, and learn strategies to achieve personal dreams; (2) learn about the personal attributes important for achieving dreams; (3) explore volunteerism as an opportunity to build character and to uncover personal passions; and (4) gain knowledge about life skills necessary to "Live Life & Win." The program is regularly scheduled and airs between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

Title of Digital Core Program #7 Origin
This Week in Baseball NETWORK
Regular Schedule Total Times Aired at Regularly Scheduled Time Number of Pre-emptions
Saturdays at 2:30P (7/2-8/27/11) 9 0
Length of Program Age of Target Audience E/I Symbol Used As Required
30 minutes From To Y
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
This Week in Baseball" highlights the pro-social on-and-off the field activities of MLB's leading players and coaches. Working with the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE), "This Week in Baseball" seeks to provide today's youth with educational messages that can have an impact on development of positive lifestyle behaviors. The program portrays the positive outcomes that result from dedication, hard work, self-discipline, teamwork, practice and personal responsibilities. The program also relates the achievements and experiences of baseball players to potential achievements in life. The program will be regularly scheduled and will air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

11. (a) Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? Y
  (b) If No, submit as an Exhibit a Statement of Explanation setting forth the number of repeats in excess of the repeat limit and the times and dates the episodes involved were aired. (None Required)
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
12. Complete the following for each program that you aired during the past three months that is specifically designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children ages 16 and under, but does not meet one or more elements of the definition of Core Programming. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Complete chart below for each additional such educational and information program.
[There are no digital non-core program reports.]
Sponsored Core Programming
13. List Core Programs, if any, aired by other stations that are sponsored by the Licensee and that meet the criteria set forth in 47 C.F.R. §73.671. Also indicate whether the amount of total Core Programming broadcast by another station increased.
[There are no digital sponsored core program broadcast reports.]
[There are no digital sponsored core program detail reports.]
Other Matters
14. Complete the following for each analog and digital program that you plan to air for the next quarter that meets the definition of Core Programming. Complete chart below for each Core Program, identifying whether it is to be broadcast on the station's analog or digital channel or both channels.
Title of Planned Core Program #1 Origin
Awesome Adventures SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturdays at 7A & 10A (10/1-12/31/11) 28
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Awesome Adventures" is designed to educate, inform, and entertain children 16 and under (specific target audience is 13-16) about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be "preachy" or overly pedantic, but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun. The program will be regularly scheduled and air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.
Title of Planned Core Program #2 Origin
Whaddyado SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturdays at 7:30A (10/1-12/31/11) 14
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Whaddyado" (What Do You Do?) is a weekly half-hour educational series which chronicles real-life stories involving ordinary teens who find themselves caught in perilous and challenging situations. Through dramatic re-enactments or real-life footage, the show skillfully documents these events, interviews the participants, and talks to various experts who explain how best to react. Also, in an effort to help young people make the right decision at the right moment, there is a moral dilemma segment featured in each show. "Whaddyado" is designed to educate, inspire, and entertain children 13-16 years old about the world around them. Each episode is a life-lesson based on reality. The program will be regularly scheduled and air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.
Title of Planned Core Program #3 Origin
Eco Company SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturdays at 8A (10/1-12/31/11) 14
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Eco Company" explores all aspects of being "green" and understanding how our actions impact the world. The E-Co team finds out about global warming by asking questions to discover the truths and myths of the global warming issue. They learn about alternative energies by visiting wind farms and solar installations and discovering new energy technologies currently under development. They learn more about recycling, conservation and organics. The E-Team profiles teens and school organizations who have taken it upon themselves to make a difference, young entrepreneurs who are taking their passion for green to develop ideas and new products for a sustainable future. Most importantly, each story and each feature is reported by teens and told from their perspective. Additionally each week the show will provide practical tips that teens and people of all ages can use in their daily lives. The program will be regularly scheduled and air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.
Title of Planned Core Program #4 Origin
Teen Kids News SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturdays at 8:30A (10/1-12/31/11) 14
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Teen Kids News" meets FCC requirements for "core children's programming" by producing each week educational features, such as "College and You" (tips for choosing and getting into college) and "Word" (vocabulary skills training), as well as informational features for teens, such as reports about healthy eating, driving tips for new drivers, and internet predators. The show has been designed to meet needs of children and young adolescents with a unique curiosity about their world with weekly headlines that present the news in a teen appropriate manner. The program stimulates the 13-16 year olds' curiosity, develops their learning and cognitive skills, listening and thinking skills, and serves as an enhancement of their academic and educational experience. The program will be regularly scheduled and air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.
Title of Planned Core Program #5 Origin
Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturdays at 9A (10/1-12/31/11) 14
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Made in Hollyood: Teen Edition" targets 13-16 year old teens with segments ranging from coverage of Animation, Producing & Directing to Costume Design, Casting & Composing. The content-rich spin-off introduces its audience to behind-the-scenes filmmaking, special effects techniques and career opportunities focusing on the creative, technical and artistic skills of the motion picture and television industries. The program will be regularly scheduled and air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and will be identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.
Title of Planned Core Program #6 Origin
Live Life & Win SYNDICATED
Regular Schedule Total Times to be Aired
Saturdays at 9:30A (10/1-12/31/11) 14
Length of Program Age of Target Audience
30 minutes From To
13 years 16 years
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming
"Life Life & Win" encourages the 13 to 16-year-old audience to (1) explore, discover, and learn strategies to achieve personal dreams; (2) learn about the personal attributes important for achieving dreams; (3) explore volunteerism as an opportunity to build character and to uncover personal passions; and (4) gain knowledge about life skills necessary to "Live Life & Win." The program will be regularly scheduled and will air between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. The program is 30 minutes in length and is identified as an educational and informational show, targeted to teens (13 to 16 year olds), at the beginning and throughout each broadcast and in listings provided to publishers of program guides.

15. Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. §73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? Y
16. Identify the licensee's children's programming liaison.
Name Telephone Number
Nancy Bingaman (417) 862-2727
Address E-mail Address
2650 E. Division nbingaman@ozarkslocal.tv
City State ZIP Code
Springfield MO 65803

17. Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other non-core educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. §73.671, NOTES 2 and 3.
KOZL-TV aired 124 kid-targeted PSAs between 7a and 10p this quarter. The PSAs discovered topics such as baby teeth, Cub Scouts, writing, bully hotline, drug-free tweens, lightning safety, teen stress, wildfires, and more. NOTE: Station checked "yes" on question 7C, because the form forces an answer of "yes" or "no." 7C should be just for stations that answered "yes" on 7B, and the answer for 7B for KOZL-TV is "no." KOZL-TV does not broadcast an analog signal. Note: This report includes a show ("This Week in Baseball") that is network, even though the station designation at the top of the form is Independent. KOZL-TV became an independent station on 9/1/11, but prior to that, was a FOX affiliate (under the call letters KSFX-TV).

WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 18, SECTION 1001), AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION LICENSE OR CONSTRUCTION PERMIT (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. CODE, TITLE 47, SECTION 503).

I certify that the statements in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith.

Name of Licensee Signature
Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
Date
10/4/2011
FCC Form 398
March 2006