WTOC-TV

WTOC-TV is a subsidiary of Raycom Media, which was created in 1996 with the purchase of 12 television stations, two radio stations, and a sports marketing, production, events management and distribution company. Shortly after this first acquisition, Raycom Media acquired two other companies. Raycom Media now stretches from Syracuse, N.Y., to Honolulu with businesses in more than 20 states. The television stations cover more than 10 percent of the United States' television households. Along with broadcasting, Raycom Media businesses include event management, distribution of syndicated television programming, and information systems support and design. The company, through Raycom Sports, owns and operates the Continental Tire Bowl in Charlotte, N.C., and two Ladies Professional Golf Association golf tournaments, as well as produces pre-season NFL football games for non-owned stations. In a partnership, it owns all television and marketing rights to the Atlantic Coast Conference basketball. WTOC-TV maintains a station in Savannah, Ga.

WTOC is a prominent news station based in Savannah, Georgia, providing local news coverage, weather updates, sports highlights, and community events. The station is dedicated to serving the local community by offering various resources, including mental health support, educational updates, and opportunities for community engagement. In addition to its comprehensive news reporting, WTOC emphasizes inclusivity and community development, exemplified by initiatives like the Tread Town playground, which caters to children with disabilities. The station partners with local businesses and organizations to enhance community well-being and foster connections among residents. Generated from the website

WJCL-TV signed on the air in 1970. Owned by former Savannah, Ga., Mayor J. Curtis Lewis, WJCL marked many firsts. At that time, WJCL built the tallest tower in the market, nearly 1,500 feet tall. Color film and videotape were introduced to the Savannah market by WJCL, and it was the first station in the market to televise a live event - President Nixon's trip to Skidaway Island. We also pioneered the live broadcasting of sporting events, parades and telethons. WJCL also was the first station to broadcast in stereo. In the late 1990s, Lewis decided to divest his media interests and sold the radio stations. In 1999, WJCL was sold to Grapevine Communications, which has since merged with Piedmont Television. Since 1999, more than $1 million has been invested behind the scenes at WJCL to upgrade the product.