Other than noted above, viewers of the Extension programs didn't differ from other cable subscribers in their TV viewing habits, age, gender, educational level, or occupation. These findings reflect the local viewer identification, involvement, and support that's sought and apparently achieved in this community channel. Local access viewers don't significantly differ from average cable subscribers. Local access viewers will watch Extension programs. Viewers of Extension programs frequently use information that's presented.
Viewers consider community access programming an important part of their cable service.
Yes, most cable subscribers are watching at least once a week. Yes, it is. Using cable television is certainly not ideal, but the benefits outweigh the limitations of resources and the continual work to maintain community support and viewership. Strong local identification and involvement with the access channel. Broad community interest and involvement have translated into viewers.