WHSV-TV Facts for Kids

WHSV-TV, also known as WHSV News 3, is a television station located in Harrisonburg, Virginia. It broadcasts TV shows from the ABC network. The station is owned by Gray Television and sends its signal from a large antenna on Massanutten Mountain, near Stanley, Virginia. WHSV-TV reaches fourteen counties in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, covering parts of both Virginia and West Virginia.

What Channels Does WHSV-TV Broadcast?
When Did WHSV-TV Start?
What News Shows Does WHSV-TV Have?
- Special Programs on WHSV-TV
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What Channels Does WHSV-TV Broadcast?

WHSV-TV broadcasts more than just one channel! It sends out several other TV channels, called "subchannels," using the same main signal. This means you can find different types of shows on these channels.

Channel Number	What You Can Watch
3.1	The main WHSV channel (ABC)
3.2	The Valley's FOX (Shows from the Fox network)
3.3	TV3 Winchester (Another ABC channel for Winchester, Virginia)
3.4	My Valley (Shows from the MyNetworkTV network)

When Did WHSV-TV Start?

The station we know as WHSV-TV first started broadcasting in October 1953. Back then, it was called WSVA-TV. The letters "WSVA" stood for "Serve Virginia Agriculture." In 1976, the station changed its official name, or "call letters," to WHSV-TV, which is what it's still called today.

What News Shows Does WHSV-TV Have?

WHSV News 3 has several news programs throughout the day to keep you informed about what's happening in your area.

WHSV News 3 Daybreak: This is an early morning news show, airing from 5:00 AM to 7:00 AM.
WHSV News 3 at Noon: A midday news update, on from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM.
WHSV News 3 at 5pm: An evening news program, airing from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
WHSV News 3 at 6pm: Another evening news show, on from 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM.
WHSV News 3 11@11: The late-night news, airing from 11:00 PM to 11:35 PM.

Special Programs on WHSV-TV

WHSV-TV also produces and broadcasts some special shows that focus on local interests.

The Endzone: This show is all about high school American football! It airs every Friday night during football season, from 11:25 PM to 12:05 AM, showing highlights from local games.

WHSV Sports X-tra: This is an online sports show created by WHSV's sports directors, Damon Dillman and Zac Choate. It talks about the latest sports news and events from the past week.

Light for Today: This is a religious program that you can watch on Sunday mornings at 11:30 AM. It's broadcast from People's Baptist Church in Harrisonburg and is produced by WHSV.

Virginia Dream Centerstage: This show features music and different types of entertainment. It airs sometimes on WHSV and is also produced by the station.