OK…since the first entry drew a little bit of attention and some comments, I decided not to wait to try another edition of KSPR news. I’m going to check out 4:30 and 5:30 newscasts.
The stories flowed well and the timing of Joe and Christine was excellent. I was very impressed that they came back at the end of the first segment to make a correction on the Greene County smoking story. I like when a news outlet doesn’t just go on and makes sure the correct information is given to the viewers.
The mail story was excellent. Ashley did a good job on site and the question Joe asked was exactly the one that was in my mind. The story did all the things like in a story…it provided the news and information that most people didn’t realize (i.e. that it’s not a US Postal Service employee delivering mail) but it put the personal spin on it by talking to the woman running the route. I was more than a little irritated that one man had to wait three months to get their mail mostly delivered and had to contact Kansas City to get it done.
The questionable officers story was very interesting. I like the fact they used clips obtained from the internet instead of just saying the clips are available online. Showing and telling. I loved the reference to the taser being a “five second ride.”
I really like the instant feedback from viewers regarding a topic. The reading of e-mails from viewers on the mail delivery issue was very refreshing. That’s a great way for KSPR to connect with the community and whoever came up with that idea deserves a steak dinner.
The Jeopardy story was great and I liked the fact it was admitted our local folks who qualified might never actually make the show. Transparency is a good thing!
Kevin’s weather quiz was interesting. I had the same reaction as Christine.
The “fastest sportscaster” reference to Whitney made me smile. A solid segment from Whitney.
Overall, this lends to the belief that what I saw on Sunday night was just an off-night for the team. It wasn’t perfect but as close as you can reasonably expect. I’ll watch one more with a critical eye but if the next ‘cast is anything like this one I have a new source for television news.
I think with all the changes, it probably threw everyone off their game (in regards to your first KSPR take). I think they’re starting to work the kinks out. By the way, thanks for the link on your blog.