Donations for NC Restaurant Workers Fun Grow to $750,000
The totals continue to grow for donations to the NC Restaurant Workers Relief Fund, reaching $750,000, earlier this week. Capitol Broadcasting divisions helped lead the charge with a virtual fundraiser on Thursday, March 26, 2020, raising $275,000, on that day alone. Thanks to generous viewers and listeners, the CBC Here to Help: Support Local Business […]
Bulls So Far Raise Over $16,000 for United Way with Wash Your Horns Shirt
Since the Durham Bulls unveiled the winning design for the t-shirt to support the United Way in late March, the orders have been rolling in. So far over 1,000 “Wash Your Horns” shirts have been sold, with over $16,000 raised for the Triangle community. All proceeds go to the United Way’s Rapid Response Fund. The […]
Durham Bulls Launch Initiative to Feed Local Healthcare Workers
Campaign aims to supply Durham healthcare workers with meals through online donation partnerships The Durham Bulls has announced the launch of a food-based program to help supply meals to some of our community’s essential employees. The program, in conjunction with US Foods, will serve local healthcare workers through online donation platforms. The Bulls are excited […]
WRAL-TV & FOX 50: New “Official Partner” of Carolina Panthers, 99.9 The Fan ESPN Radio Renews Partnership
Beginning in April 2020, the Carolina Panthers and Capitol Broadcasting Company (CBC) have reached a partnership that will include pre-season broadcast rights on WRAL-TV. The three-year agreement, which includes CBC properties WRAL-TV, FOX 50 (WRAZ-TV) and radio station 99.9 The Fan ESPN Radio (WCMC) will activate immediately and supports a wide variety of programming including […]
TV Technology Features WRAL-TV’s Ability to Adapt and Respond to COVID-19
TV Technology has featured WRAL-TV for the station’s adaptation and responsiveness in reporting during the COVID-19 crisis. “WRAL Keeps News Staff, Viewers Connected” focuses on how the WRAL-TV crew reports from home, stays safe in the field and has made adjustments in the newsroom to keep social distance. Tom Butts spoke with WRAL-TV Director of […]
Bored at Home? Get Creative with These WRAL Coloring Sheets
WRAL is happy to help you pass the time at home with some fun for the whole family. Find your colored pencils, markers or crayons, and get creative while watching your hometown station. WRAL has designed fun coloring sheets in the adult coloring book style, with swirls and flowers and funky designs perfect for kids […]
American Underground Aims to Help Laid-Off Workers Pivot to Entrepreneurship
If you have lost your job and want to become an entrepreneur with hopes of launching a new career, American Underground wants to help. The startup hub is launching a new program – Landing Spot – that it says will help workers make a “pivot.” “Losing your job, particularly during the current crisis, can feel […]
WRAL’s Out & About Supports Local Business, Launches Daily Podcast, During Coronavirus
WRAL’s Out and About usually keeps track of the latest concerts and events, posting times and tickets information. COVID-19 has brought those outings to a screeching halt, but the CBC entity is working hard to pivot and support local businesses by helping share constantly updated information during these unprecedented times. “Through running Out and About, […]
This Day in CBC History: The Legacy of Scottie Stephenson
CBC lost our longest term employee, Corporate Secretary Scottie Stephenson, on April 15, 2002. She had been a cornerstone of Capitol Broadcasting for 58 years, serving a variety of roles, and originating many of the positions she held. While Scottie did not have to experience the COVID pandemic, she lived through many other world-wide crises, […]
Durham Bulls Stay Connected with Fans Despite No Opening Day Game
The Durham Bulls should have taken the field for the 2020 season opener last Thursday, April 9th, but the coronavirus pandemic is keeping the DBAP closed for now. The Bulls are continuing to connect with fans and help others. “While we don’t know when our Opening Day will officially take place, we know we will […]