Lincoln station debuts new set

Gray Television’s CBS affiliate in Lincoln, Nebraska, KOLN, has debuted a new set from FX Design Group.

The new set combines sleek backlit panels for a more modern look, combined with warm faux stone for a more rustic feel.

“This is just a renewed face on our promise to bring you exceptional news coverage,” News Director Stephanie Hedrick said in a statement. “Now we get to present stories in an even more modern way. It’s opening the window wider.”

The main anchor desk, which is situated off-axis in one corner of the station backed with a curved video wall, is internally lit with two metallic bands and an additional video panel on front.

Above this, backlit header panels and metallic framework complete a header.

KOLN brands under the name “10/11 News,” a reference to its main signal over KOLN and semi-satellite KGIN.

Off to the left are additional backlit panels and a faux stacked stone wall section with vertically mounted flatscreen for standups.

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The weather center features more of the faux stone, which is also stocked with plenty of flatscreens. This is another great example of a modern look mixed with warmer contrast.

“The new set will also provide tools for the Nebraska Weather Network to present viewers with more in-depth weather analysis. Overall, this change is all about putting our viewers’ needs first,” Chief Meteorologist Ken Siemek said in the statement.

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The studio redo also included adding an interview and multipurpose area with living room style seating backed with alternating panels of stone and frosted glass.