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Roger Simmons
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Birds, Words, Pics + TV

WKMG’s new look is a little familiar

Roger Simmons, April 26, 2007

WKMG unveiled its new set — as well as new graphics, news music and a new weather center on Tuesday. The Local 6 Big Picture Weather Center is out — in is the Storm Tracking Center. But a couple of people have noticed this new WKMG weather center looks a lot like another one here in town. Hmmmm. Still, nice upgrades all around by WKMG.

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