Gray Media Restores Local Stations to DISH Lineup for Viewers Nationwide
Gray Media has officially restored all its local television stations, including KOLN, KSNB, and KNOP, to the DISH satellite service lineup, effective immediately. This urgent update allows DISH subscribers to regain access to trusted local news, weather, sports, and CBS programming from these Nebraska-based broadcasters starting today.
The restoration follows a period of blackout that left many DISH customers without access to important local content. With this deal now finalized, viewers can resume watching the full slate of local newscasts and national CBS shows without interruption.
Viewers React to Return of Critical Local Coverage
Jacque Harms, Vice President and General Manager for KOLN, KSNB, and KNOP, expressed gratitude for the patience of viewers throughout the outage.
“We want to thank our viewers for their patience. We worked hard to find an agreement that is good for our viewers, and works for our television stations and Dish,”
Harms said.
For many in Nebraska—and satellite subscribers across the US relying on DISH—this agreement brings back vital news updates, weather alerts, and sports coverage just as significant weather shifts and local sports seasons unfold.
Why This Matters Now
Local TV stations provide essential community information that national feeds cannot replace, including high-impact weather warnings, severe storm updates, political coverage, and local emergency reports. DISH customers deprived of these signals have missed out on timely information critical for daily life and safety.
The swift resolution ensures continuity of service amid a media marketplace often strained by carriage disputes. With the ongoing demand for reliable news growing nationwide, especially in regions affected by variable weather and events, the reinstitution of these channels matters for tens of thousands of households.
What’s Next for DISH Viewers and Gray Media Stations
Viewers can now immediately tune in to KOLN, KSNB, and KNOP on DISH to catch local updates and full CBS programming schedules. Gray Media reaffirms its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable local programming and continues to closely collaborate with DISH to prevent future interruptions.
The restoration also underscores the importance of strong local-media partnerships in the evolving broadcast landscape. For residents across Nebraska and satellite audiences nationwide, this development ensures access to critical news and entertainment remains uninterrupted.
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