Mike Polk Jr. recruits new WKYC viewers in Leamington, Ontario [Video]

LEAMINGTON, ON — I recently learned that WKYC’s broadcast signal stretches all the way into parts of Canada. Windsor, London, and a little place called Leamington, Ontario. 

And while I’m sure Canadians can see us from their side of the lake, I couldn’t help but wonder: Are they watching? I had to find out. So, I packed up and hit the road with one goal in mind: to recruit new viewers for WKYC.

Now, to be clear, Leamington is only about 60 miles away from Cleveland as the crow flies. But, thanks to a lovely body of water called Lake Erie and a distinct lack of bridges, my “short” trip turned into a three-hour international voyage. But after some scenic detours, I finally made it to Leamington, Ontario.

The …