NGTV Guide: Wednesday, August 24

Melissa & Joey – 8/7c ABC Family
“All Politics Is Local” – Mel’s dad comes back to town to support a bill Mel opposes. Meanwhile, Lennox’s poetry proves popular with a classmate who’s an aspiring singer.

Royal Pains – 9/8c USA – SUMMER FINALE
“Me First” – Hank is called to help a fearful asthmatic boy, who’s courageous nanny gets mysteriously ill as well. Paige’s secret is inadvertently exposed when a medical emergency requires her to call Hank; and Divya’s date with Dr. Van Dyke has a very surprising result.

Damages – 10/9c DirecTV 101
“I’m Worried About My Dog” – Patty uses her drug-company case to gain information on High Star; and a journalist tries to embed with High Star mercenaries in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Michael Hewes seeks out his daughter, Catherine.

Necessary Roughness – 10/9c USA
“Forget Me Not”- Dani takes on a successful female boxer who’s inexplicably losing fights and her memory. Laz takes TK’s therapy to the next level. Matt receives an enticing offer… and not just from Laura.