Starz expects to have at least 60% of true HD content on the 3 new HD movie channels it plans to launch this summer. HD versions of Starz Comedy, Starz Edge and Starz Kids & Family will join the existing Starz HD channel. More HD channels will roll out in the coming years as more programming becomes available from studios in HD format, said Starz Ent pres/COO Bill Myers. — Comcast Philly is running exclusive interviews with the city’s mayoral candidates on VOD through Election Day (May 15). — Outdoor Channel will carry exclusive coverage of 8 Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association events, including bull riding and steer wrestling, on Wed nights (11pm ET).

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