SPARKS

The characters in this episode of SPARKS address the problem of stealing. “SPARKS” was an innovative children’s program designed to interest youngsters 6-11 years old. Characters portrayed by local actors. “SPARKS” was a finalist in the National Association of Television Program Executives’ 20th Annual Iris Award and an Honors Program in the Parent’s Choice 1986 Television Awards category. Program debuted ... (read more)

SPARKS

This episode of “SPARKS" takes you back to 1955. You'll find out why character Scientist Sam Blade is in hiding in a secret location. Special guest star, Rowell Gormon, the multi-talented radio and television personality on WRAL-FM and WRAL-TV. This episode was written by Gormon. “SPARKS” was an innovative children’s program designed to interest youngsters 6-11 years old. Characters portrayed ... (read more)

Carolina Saturday June 1988

WRAL-TV Public Affairs Director Waltye Rasulala hosts the program from Spivey’s Corner. Topics covered in this edition: Catholic missions help migrant workers during harvest season, two women in Chatham County help the poor, a child with a brain tumor has a bright outlook, “hollering” contest from Spivey’s Corner.

Carolina Saturday

"Carolina Saturday" hosted by Public Affairs Director Waltye Rasulala. Waltye shares stories of people living in eastern North Carolina.

CBS This Morning LIVE from WRAL gardens

CBS This Morning traded their NYC studios to broadcast LIVE from the WRAL Azalea gardens on April 25, 1988. CBS news anchors Kathleen Sullivan and Harry Smith. CBS weatherman Mark McEwen at Kill Devil Hills. Famous NC guests: Charles Kuralt, UNC President Bill Friday, NASCAR driver Richard Petty, NCSU coach Kay Yow, Baseball Pitcher Jim “Catfish” Hunter, Roberta Flack. Stories ... (read more)