Ten More Things I Learned From Local Media

11. Automobiles are being fined, apparently not the drivers of the cars. One would think that a human would be in a better position to pay the fine, than an inanimate object like a car...but if WANE TV says it, it must be true. 

12. That big church in Paris, France is interchangeable with that big university in South Bend, Indiana. 

13. Any FUBAR is always blamed on technology. It's easier than taking responsibility, unless an advertising sponsor is involved. Then, an intern is the culprit. (unless the intern is related to the sponsor).

14. If you criticize local media on their Facebook page or other social media, they will either ban you from the page, or will get their feelings hurt, have a good cry, and then withdraw to their "safe place" because what you said is "hurtful". Also note, that WPTA ABC21 journalistic standards for a news cast on the air, and a live social media broadcast are different. So, the jerky camera shots plus the hyperventilated rumor and conjecture during Facebook live reports are not only excused, they are celebrated?

15. Hands, feet, and guns are routinely used by criminals in the commission of a crime. Who knew?

16. If a listener asks you a question about a station promotion, and you don't know the answer, don't bother the K105 promotion director...just tell the listener to "lighten up". I'm sure the listener will remember your helpful text exchange if they ever have to fill out an Arbitron ratings diary. 

17. While you slept, WANE TV moved Mercer County, Ohio across the line into Indiana. 

18. According to WFFT, Fort Wayne City Utilities also offers natural gas and electricity. Who knew?

19. According to the kids in the WOWO news room, being accused of murder makes one a murderer...even before there's a trial. 

20. Glenbrook Mall must have good self-esteem, if during a power outage, they can remain calm and COMPOSED. 

More to come...