Ever wonder how local news reaches the Flemish Brabant? That’s where RINGtv comes in. It serves as a vital window on Halle-Vilvoorde. This region is the green periphery around Brussels. RINGtv is the youngest of ten regional TV broadcasters in Flanders. It began broadcasting on March 1, 1995.
RINGtv focuses on happenings in the Halle-Vilvoorde region. Every weekday at 6 PM, there’s a news broadcast. On Mondays, Ring Sport airs after the news. Wednesdays feature “Over de Rand”. It highlights initiatives from the Vlaamse Rand. Weekends bring VIVA. This show covers lifestyle, tourism, living, and gastronomy of the region. RINGtv also presents series on current affairs, history, or tourism. These shows zoom in on its broadcasting area.
RINGtv strives to be a binding sign in a diverse region. It champions the Flemish character of its broadcasting area. This is done without compromising journalistic principles. The independent VZW RTVB manages RINGtv’s broadcasting license. VZW RTVB stands for Regionale Televisie Vlaams-Brabant. This is a non-profit organization.
RINGtv is housed in Vilvoorde. It shares premises with EMG. EMG is Belgium’s largest facilities company. They have been RINGtv’s technical partner since the start. So, next time you’re in Halle-Vilvoorde, tune into RINGtv. You will get a true taste of the region. You’ll discover the heart of Flemish Brabant.