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2 TV ENCORE On the Cover A royal hit: Nathan Fillion's charisma keeps loyal viewers hooked in 'Castle' By Kyla Brewer TV Media CARPET • CERAMIC • WOOD LAMINATE • VINYL • REMNANTS ALL ON SALE Limited Time Special Financing Available!! All with EXPERT installation P Graybeals Carpet 2 x 3" & many remnants to choose from. Professional Installation Available 5th & Broadway, Logansport • (574)722-2215 • 1-800-886-2215 Mon-Thurs. 9AM-6PM; Fri. 9AM-7PM; Sat. 9AM-5PM Alex's Apparel 2 x 2" Water Softener Salt Special SALT COUPON GOOD MON-FRI COUPON NOT NECESSARY ON SATURDAYS 40# Mini cube ....... $4.49 40# Rustbuster ..... $5.29 80# Mini Cube ...... $8.19 80# Rustbuster ...... $9.39 s r r TM rime time is a dangerous place to be. Many of today's dramas are becoming increasingly violent to compete with cable's uncensored offerings, but there are a couple of procedurals holding down the fort for those with more traditional tastes. A charismatic novelist teams up with a beautiful cop to solve mysteries in the ABC hit "Castle," airing Monday, April 15. Nathan Fillion stars as protagonist Richard Castle, while co-star Stana Katic is anything but the typical damsel in distress as tough NYPD homicide Det. Kate Beckett. When the series began, Castle was called in to help police with a case that mimicked one found in his book. It was the beginning of a regular gig for Castle, whose keen intuition has helped the NYPD solve case after case for five seasons. The show's procedural format -- one in which a mystery is discovered, investigated and solved in an episode or two -- used to be the norm in prime time. However, these days many networks are opting to feature shows with ongoing stories that keep viewers guessing, and hopefully tuning in. 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The chemistry between the two stars is undeniable, hearkening back to the classic TV mystery series "Hart to Hart," which ran on ABC from 1979 to 1984. Romance aside, the heart of the series is a good old-fashioned weekly detective story, wrapped up in a neat little bow for viewers to enjoy. And enjoy they do. The ABC drama has one of television's most loyal followings, evidenced by the fact that the show has won numerous fan-voted awards. In both 2012 and 2013, "Castle" won People's Choice Awards for favorite TV crime drama and favorite TV drama actor (Fillion). The show has also won multiple "TV Guide" magazine's Fan Favorite Awards, including favorite drama series. Dedicated fans seem to promote the series via social media outlets such as Facebook and Twitter almost as much as the stars and producers do. It likely helps that Fillion is an avid and approachable tweeter, allowing fans to feel close to the charming star. He may have Hollywood charisma, but, believe Oliver Softs 750 ml. $5.99 Not valid with any other offer. Offer Expires 5-4-13 it or not, Fillion hails from the Great White North. Born in Edmonton, Alta., Fillion reportedly wanted to become a teacher like his parents, but was bitten by the acting bug and moved to New York just a few months shy of earning a degree from the University of Alberta. His move paid off with a role as Joey Buchanan on the soap opera "One Life to Live," which earned him a nomination for a Daytime Emmy. Other notable roles include his big screen debut as James Frederick Ryan in Steven Spielberg's "Saving Private Ryan" (1998), Caleb on TV's "Buffy, the Vampire Slayer" and Dr. Adam Mayfair in "Desperate Housewives." His biggest claim to fame, though, was his role as Capt. Malcolm Reynolds in Joss Whedon's Fox series "Firefly," a role he later reprised in the big screen adaptation "Serenity" (2005). Although the show was canceled after just 11 episodes, it earned Fillion millions of diehard fans and a cult following. Co-star Katic was born in Hamilton, Ont. After studying at Chicago's Goodman School of Drama, she honed her skills with roles on such hits as NBC's "Heroes" and Fox's "24." She also starred opposite Morgan Freeman in "Feast of Love" (2007), worked with director Frank Miller on "The Spirit" (2008), and even appeared in the Bond film "Quantum of Solace" (2008). "Castle" has been faring well this season and shows no sign of slowing down. Unlike so many series, the show has steadily 30 pack (warm) ® Salt Sale Every Sat. 8am-Noon 4115 E. Market St., Logansport 574-722-2830 3 Convenient locations for all your party needs! gained in average viewers in its first four seasons, beginning with a loyal following of just over 10 million in Season 1 to slightly more than 12 million by the end of Season 4. 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