Tuesday, December 20, 2011

FOX 2 and KPLR 11 PARTNER WITH PEABODY OPERA HOUSE THE POWER OF TWO STATIONS GAINS EVEN MORE STRENGTH

Together, KTVI FOX 2 and KPLR 11 are proud to announce a partnership with Peabody Opera House.

Beginning Thursday, December 22nd, the combined broadcast stations will operate a news bureau from the historic St. Louis landmark, located in the heart of downtown St. Louis. In addition to a full operating studio, the stations will provide a 24-hour view of Market Street via a roof cam, visible during station newscasts and accessible online at www.fox2now.com and www.kplr11.com.

“It’s great to be attached to St. Louis history and with this arrangement, we continue to serve the St. Louis community,” said Spencer Koch, President and General Manager of KTVI FOX 2 and KPLR 11.

”We’re so thrilled to be part of this exciting and creative partnership,” said Mike McCarthy CEO of the Peabody Opera House. “The Fox 2 and KPLR 11 bureau establishes a wonderful and unique home base in the heart of the city, and offers a perfect opportunity to spotlight important happenings both inside and outside the Opera House. It’s a perfect fit for us both.”

“Our commitment to providing coverage of the Metro East and Downtown St. Louis is now enhanced with this additional studio,” said Audrey Prywitch, Vice President / News Director for FOX 2 and KPLR 11.

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