BlueHighways TV

Hendersonville, Tenn. – BlueHighways TV (BHTV), the multi-platform network that explores the people, stories, traditions and music of America, announced today that it has signed a distribution agreement with SkyBest TV of West Jefferson, North Carolina. The network launches today on SkyBest TV systems in Ashe County, North Carolina.

“The scenic areas in North Carolina that are served by SkyBest TV are a perfect fit for BlueHighways TV. Our original Americana, roots music and outdoors adventure travel programming will really resonate with their customers,” said Stan Hitchcock, Chairman and CEO of BHTV.

“We are thrilled to offer BlueHighways TV to our customers. BHTV’s distinctive programming focuses on many of the cultural values of the communities we serve, and adds real value to our programming line-up,” said Karen Powell, Public Relations Director for SkyBest TV, a division of SkyLine TMC/SkyBest Communications, Inc.

BHTV’s original programming features roots music, including bluegrass, blues, folk, western, gospel and traditional country, outdoor adventure and agriculture, lifestyle, cooking, equestrian and a variety of other subjects valued by a wide and growing audience. Signature programs on BlueHighways TV include:

• American Journeys – America’s cultural and scenic treasures, festivals and concerts.
• Reno’s Old Time Music Festival – Bluegrass performances at their finest.
• Heart to Heart – Singers/songwriters talk about and play the music that has shaped their lives.
• Due West – Exploring the spirit of the people and beauty of the land that make up America’s West.
• Woodsongs – The best in Folk and Bluegrass music from the video version of the radio show.
• Storyteller’s Theater – Performances by the nation’s best storytellers in theater settings.
• Crusin’ – History and cultural discoveries along the premiere American highway, Route 66.
• Old Country Church – Gospel music performed in historic country churches.

About BlueHighways TV TM
BlueHighways TV is a satellite, cable and broadband delivered television network that grew out of the great interest that audiences have in exploring the folklore, music, traditions, destinations, festivals and artistry of America. Conceived and created by Network Creative Group, LLC, BlueHighways TV captures that welcoming, down-home spirit that Americans are known for – and are increasingly seeking on television — delivered with an interesting, honest and exploratory voice. BlueHighways also takes its musical offerings on the road to highlight the talent and traditions of the awakening entertainment centers in the United States such as Branson, Missouri and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The network has developed a number of innovative ways to work with satellite distributors and cable operators to reach and serve their local audiences, and BlueHighways TV is currently in active negotiations for carriage. For more information, visit BlueHighways TV’s website at bluehighwaystv.com.

About SkyBest TV
SkyBest Communications, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SkyLine Membership Corporation, a member-owned telecommunications cooperative that serves five rural counties in northwest North Carolina and east Tennessee. Established in 1998, SkyBest offers a variety of de-regulated services including dial-up and broadband Internet, long-distance, dial tone, business and network solutions, SkyBest Security and SkyBest TV over an expanding fiber network.

– From BlueHighways TV