Bob Ross Paintings to Be Auctioned to Support Public TV Funding

Thirty paintings by Bob Ross will be auctioned to raise funds for small and rural public TV stations affected by federal funding cuts, with proceeds supporting programming like 'The Joy of Painting' and other educational shows. The auctions, including three by Bonhams in Los Angeles, aim to preserve Ross's legacy and aid stations struggling with budget shortfalls caused by the elimination of $1.1 billion in federal funding, with an estimated total value of up to $1.4 million.