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Lose Fox on Bright House Networks? There are alternatives

December 30, 2009 Roger Simmons

The clock is ticking, and Fox is ready to pull the plug on its channels on Bright House Networks at the stroke of midnight tomorrow. Orlando attorney John Morgan took the mammoth media company to … MORE

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WKMG: Urban Meyer told Gators he had heart attack

December 28, 2009 Roger Simmons

WKMG-Local 6 sports anchor David “Ping” Pingalore said Monday evening he stands behind his Saturday report that Florida Gators Coach Urban Meyer had a heart attack during mid-season — one health reason that may have … MORE

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WFTV preparing for Bob Opsahl’s retirement

December 28, 2009 Roger Simmons

Tom Brokaw, Peter Jennings and Dan Rather were iconic anchors for their networks. But Bob Opsahl has them beat. Opsahl has been anchoring the news at WFTV-Channel 9 for more than 30 years — even … MORE

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A new look for Central Florida News 13

December 15, 2009 Roger Simmons

Last week, Central Florida News 13 introduced updated graphics and music. Have to say, they both are a big improvement — and the biggest changes the 24-hour cable channel has made to its on-air appearance … MORE

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WESH pioneer Nick Pfeifauf dies

December 15, 2009 Roger Simmons

Former WESH 2 pioneer Nick Pfeifauf, 77, died last week after having a heart attack. Pfeifauf was the anchor for WESH news when I first started watching Central Florida television back in the 1970s.   According to WESH.com, … MORE

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