WCES-DT TV Guide and Broadcast Schedule
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Big Cats 24/7
The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.
NOVA
An exclusive journey into a cave that houses well-preserved Stone Age art of lions and mammoths, and how scientists are unlocking the secrets of these masterpieces of early human creativity.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
Austin City Limits
Grammy Award-winning R&B innovator Miguel performs songs from his album "CAOS," alongside fan favorites.
Big Cats 24/7
The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.
NOVA
An exclusive journey into a cave that houses well-preserved Stone Age art of lions and mammoths, and how scientists are unlocking the secrets of these masterpieces of early human creativity.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
BBC News
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
A Fork in the Road
This episode follows a Georgia company that aims to deliver the highest quality food from both local farms and from family farmers and fishermen all around the world to some of Greater Atlanta's top restaurants and independent operators.
Arthur
Buster heads off to summer camp; Arthur is jealous of Buster's magic tricks.
Odd Squad
Agents compete in Olympic-style games, with the winner being named Ms. O for the day.
Wild Kratts
Martin and Chris try to rescue a foal who is separated from his mother by a rogue wave.
Weather Hunters
The Hunters investigate a mysterious rain that happens with no clouds in the Indonesian rainforest.
Lyla in the Loop
Luke, Lyla and Everett test vacuums; Lyla makes cookies using substituted ingredients.
Carl the Collector
Carl and Sheldon are on a thank-you mission; Carl shows his friends the right way to play with pet rocks.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
King Friday makes Daniel king for the day, and he learns that the most important part of the job is to be kind to his neighbors.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay learn how to sort items; Phoebe and Jay learn how to make food labels, so everyone can participate in the potluck.
Sesame Street
Grover tries to cheer up Elmo, who is feeling sad after his dad leaves for a work trip.
Work It Out Wombats!
The Wombats use a 3D printer to save Cake Day when Mr. E's cake table collapses; the Wombats create a pretend vacation to cheer up Buckley.
Donkey Hodie
Duck enjoys "me time" at the beach; the pals like different things at Donkey's sleepover.
Rosie's Rules
When Rosie and Javi find out Tia's bringing home a dragon, they anxiously prepare for its arrival; Rosie finds a lucky charm in her backyard, but soon her luck starts to change.
Elinor Wonders Why
After a disagreement, Olive and Ari learn about how nature works, which helps them resolve their issue; the kids learn about meadows.
Alma's Way
Alma tells all her friends that Howard is moving; Alma wonders if she should buy new materials for her recycled art project.
Molly of Denali
Molly finds a newt in her boot while exploring Wizard Island; Molly tries to return a rock to its rightful place.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Alvin Ailey shows Yadina that music and dance can help bring people together; Xavier learns that his imagination can keep him company when he feels lonely.
Antiques Roadshow
Nineteenth-century Hawaiian poi pounders; a Dirk van Erp copper vase; an 1888 Joseph Nawahi oil painting.
Ages of Ice
Scientists explore glaciers, oceans and frozen frontiers to discover hidden worlds and clues to life beyond Earth.
Big Cats 24/7
The team witnesses a baby boom in the Delta; lioness Matho protects her cubs while the leopard Xudum reveals her newborns as danger looms nearby.
The Day
A daily news summary from Europe with anchor Brent Goff.
BBC News America
Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Secrets of the Royal Palaces
Art scandal of the forged masterpieces in King Charles' Dumfries House; a failed 2023 assassination attempt on Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle; a 2021 theft of valuable items from Buckingham Palace.
Midsomer Murders
Barnaby and Scott travel to a picturesque village to investigate the murder of an undertaker.
Midsomer Murders
Barnaby and Scott travel to a picturesque village to investigate the murder of an undertaker.
The Brokenwood Mysteries
Ray creates Lord of the Rings Tours, geared toward non-English speaking tourists, but shortly thereafter, his wife Debbie is found dead under a giant foam spider.
Midsomer Murders
Barnaby and Scott travel to a picturesque village to investigate the murder of an undertaker.
Midsomer Murders
Barnaby and Scott travel to a picturesque village to investigate the murder of an undertaker.
The Brokenwood Mysteries
Ray creates Lord of the Rings Tours, geared toward non-English speaking tourists, but shortly thereafter, his wife Debbie is found dead under a giant foam spider.
View Finders
Exploring Ted Turner's Ladder Reserve in New Mexico; wildlife experts discuss vital conservation work focused on endangered species protection.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
Amanpour and Company
Christiane Amanpour leads discussions about world issues and interviews with global leaders.
BBC News
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
View Finders
Exploring the picturesque town of Savannah, Ga., including a lighthouse and historic plantation.
Arthur
Muffy helps Francine deal with the death of her Bubbe; Arthur and Buster try to make the family vacation more exciting.
Odd Squad
Olympia and Otis must go through vigorous training to travel to Potatoland; Ms O takes Otis to get a new jacket when his jacket starts to fall apart.
Wild Kratts
Chris and Martin discover the abilities of the blue heron.
Weather Hunters
It's an exciting day for Lily and her family when they move into their new house.
Lyla in the Loop
Lyla and Everett play basketball against their moms; Lyla and Luke restore their old toy car to make it special for Stu.
Carl the Collector
Carl can't wait for the ice cream festival; Carl is upset that he has to wear a cast on his broken wrist.
Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
On the way to the post office, Dad tells Daniel he can't play at the park, and that makes Daniel mad; when Miss Elaina spills red paint on Daniel's project, he gets mad at his friend.
Phoebe & Jay
Phoebe and Jay accidentally get paint on the mail and have to decode addresses; Phoebe and Jay find their parents' box of memories.
Sesame Street
Rudy feels angry when Abby asks him to share his toys, so his friends make a movie to show that sharing can be fun.
Work It Out Wombats!
Wombats unstick a stuck train; the group goes to Bellyflop Lake.
Donkey Hodie
Duck Duck builds a book swap box but has trouble giving away her books; the pals throw a party for their Tater Buddy dolls.
Rosie's Rules
Rosie and Papa switch roles for the day, but it's trickier than they thought; Rosie tries to make a family tree for Valentine's Day.
Elinor Wonders Why
Elinor is intrigued when she and her friends find a plant that has grown in a zigzag; Elinor loves her butterfly suit, but how is she supposed to drink when her arms are now wings?
Alma's Way
Alma wants to hang out with Eddie's friends, but doesn't like it when she starts to feel like a little kid; Junior becomes everyone's pretend little brother.
Molly of Denali
Molly makes a new friend, who teaches her a new dance; Molly makes a video to show off Qyah-style snowboarding.
Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Xavier learns that asking questions can lead to exciting discoveries; Xavier learns that it's normal to feel different emotions when it comes his turn to jump off the diving board.
Antiques Roadshow
Vintage finds include a Gibson style H-2 mandola circa 1918, a Tiffany Studios Daffodil lamp circa 1906 and an 1852 Lincoln manuscript.
Marble Hall Murders on Masterpiece
The murderer in Corfu claims another victim; Eliot's condition worsens and Susan unexpectedly finds herself a suspect in a murder case.
Professor T
An actress is stabbed on stage and the director's daughter is also attacked; Jasper asks Helena for help as she knows the family involved; Chloe makes a mistake in the investigation.
The Day
A daily news summary from Europe with anchor Brent Goff.
BBC News America
Live news program produced out of BBC's Washington, D.C. bureau; host Sumi Somaskanda.
PBS News Hour
Co-anchors Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and correspondents offer in-depth analysis of current events.
A Fork in the Road
A farmer in Gainesville living his best life on his regenerative farm. A local restaurateur has found success serving farm-fresh food in Georgia's Appalachian foothills.
Live: High School Football
Action from high school football.
WCES-DT is a public television station based in Wrens, Georgia, serving the Augusta metropolitan area and eastern Georgia. As a member station of Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) and PBS, WCES-DT provides educational programming, local Georgia news, public affairs shows, and documentary television across the region. This TV guide provides an overview of how to access WCES-DT TV listings, plan your daily viewing, and stay informed on upcoming broadcast schedules.
About WCES-DT
WCES-DT operates on digital channel 18 (virtual channel 20) and serves as an integral part of the Georgia Public Broadcasting state network. The station transmits from a facility near Wrens, delivering over-the-air digital television signals to viewers throughout Augusta, Richmond County, and surrounding communities in Georgia and South Carolina. As a PBS member station, WCES-DT broadcasts national PBS programming alongside regional Georgia Public Broadcasting productions, children's instructional media, and local public affairs coverage.
WCES-DT TV Guide and Schedule Overview
The WCES-DT TV guide allows viewers to check what is broadcasting across daily and weekly schedules. Because WCES-DT broadcasts multiple digital subchannels, schedule listings cover both main public television programming and specialized multicast channels. Viewers searching for today's or tonight's schedule can track programs across standard daytime and prime-time broadcast windows.
- Daytime Programming: Features educational children's shows, instructional series, lifestyle broadcasts, and public television documentaries.
- Prime-Time Schedule: Focuses on flagship PBS news programs, investigative series, drama imports, performance arts, and science broadcasts.
- Late Night & Overnight: Features encore presentations of public affairs broadcasts, documentary reruns, and overnight educational programming.
Broadcast times can vary depending on your specific service provider and local schedule adjustments. Check your local listings for the most up-to-date program times.
Navigating WCES-DT TV Listings
Understanding WCES-DT TV listings helps viewers track episode schedules, premiere broadcasts, and subchannel choices. When reviewing listings, note that WCES-DT broadcasts several digital subchannels carrying distinct program lineups:
- GPB / PBS Main Channel: The primary High Definition feed carrying main PBS programming, local Georgia news, and prime-time specials.
- GPB Kids: Dedicated 24/7 educational programming for children and young viewers.
- GPB Knowledge: Instructional content, educational series, documentary programs, and public affairs coverage.
- PBS Create: How-to series focusing on cooking, travel, gardening, home improvement, and arts and crafts.
Check the channel numbers assigned by your over-the-air tuner or subscription provider to ensure you are viewing the correct schedule listings for your chosen subchannel.
WCES-DT Programming Categories
WCES-DT offers a diverse range of public television content structured across several key programming categories:
- News & Public Affairs: National news broadcasts from PBS alongside regional state government reporting and local public affairs discussions.
- Children's & Educational: Commercial-free educational television designed to support early childhood learning and literacy.
- Documentary & Science: In-depth explorations of history, nature, science, and social issues.
- Drama & Arts: Masterpiece drama presentations, musical performances, theatrical showcases, and cultural documentaries.
- Lifestyle & How-To: Instructional series featuring cooking demonstrations, home restoration, gardening, and travel exploration.
Notable Programs on WCES-DT
WCES-DT carries widely recognized national PBS programs as well as regional state productions:
- PBS NewsHour: Daily national news coverage and analysis of world events and public policy.
- Georgia Traveler: A regional GPB series showcasing historic sites, local culture, and travel destinations throughout the state of Georgia.
- Lawmakers: State public affairs reporting offering coverage of the Georgia General Assembly while in session.
- Frontline: Investigative journalism and long-form documentary reports on domestic and international issues.
- NOVA: Science and nature documentary series exploring technological discoveries and natural phenomena.
- Masterpiece: British and international dramatic series and literary adaptations.
How to Use the WCES-DT TV Guide
Following a structured approach makes finding your favorite programs straightforward:
- Select your viewing date to check current or upcoming listings.
- Confirm the specific subchannel (e.g., GPB Main, GPB Kids, or Create) carrying the desired program.
- Verify the broadcast time and note any differences related to local time zones.
- Check episode descriptions for program details, premiere status, or repeat broadcast times.
- Review upcoming weekly listings to plan viewing or DVR recording in advance.
Viewing Information and Availability
WCES-DT can be accessed through multiple television delivery platforms across eastern Georgia and western South Carolina:
| Platform | Access Method | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Over-the-Air (Antenna) | Digital Antenna | Available on Virtual Channel 20 (RF Channel 18) across the Augusta broadcast market. |
| Cable Television | Local Cable Providers | Carried on regional cable systems in eastern Georgia; channel assignments vary by provider. |
| Satellite TV | DirecTV / Dish Network | Included in local channel packages for subscribers in the Augusta television market. |
| Digital Streaming | GPB App / PBS App | Live broadcast streaming and on-demand access available via authenticated regional apps. |
Regional and Time-Zone Considerations
WCES-DT operates in the Eastern Time Zone (ET). Broadcast schedules observe Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) according to seasonal daylight saving changes. Viewers receiving signals near the Georgia-South Carolina border should ensure their guide settings match Eastern Time to prevent scheduling mismatches.
Schedules and Broadcast Changes
While standard broadcast lineups follow regular weekly schedules, broadcast times may be modified due to special public affairs events, live state government coverage, pledge drives, or breaking news reports. Viewing schedules remain evergreen in structure, but checking the latest daily listings guarantees accurate timing for specific broadcasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WCES-DT?
WCES-DT is a PBS member television station in Wrens, Georgia, operating as part of the Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB) network to serve the Augusta television market.
What channel is WCES-DT?
WCES-DT broadcasts over-the-air on digital virtual channel 20 (RF channel 18). Cable and satellite channel numbers vary by local provider in the Augusta area.
Where can I find the WCES-DT TV guide?
You can check the WCES-DT TV schedule through online electronic program guides, local TV listings databases, the GPB official website, or your cable/satellite set-top guide.
What shows air on WCES-DT tonight?
WCES-DT airs PBS prime-time news, public affairs programs, documentaries, and dramas during evening hours. Check current daily listings for exact tonight programming and start times.
Does WCES-DT broadcast in High Definition?
Yes, WCES-DT broadcasts its main channel signal in HD over-the-air and through participating cable, satellite, and digital streaming providers.
Can WCES-DT schedules vary by provider?
While program broadcast times are consistent on the station feed, channel numbers and subchannel availability depend on your specific cable, satellite, or antenna provider.