The process of setting Findlay's annual budget for 2026 gets underway today... Mayor Christina Muryn shares her thoughts on the rising cost of running the city (at 14:29) --- Another issue in the discussion over the rising cost of healthcare in America... The reform known as 'site-neutral payments' that could save money for patients but might also hurt providers (at 27:41) --- Last week, Ohio Treasurer and Findlay resident Robert Sprague spoke at the Hancock County Republicans' First Friday Luncheon about his latest initiatives and the campaign to be the next Secretary of State... Ahead of that event, he dropped by our studios for a discussion with News Director Matt Demczyk (at 36:58) --- Happy Paw-lidays! This time of year can be confusing and even stressful for pets, but we have great ways to include them in your Christmas celebrations (at 56:29)

President Trump claims that most-favored-nation pharmaceutical pricing is the ''greatest thing ever'' for patient affordability... but critics of the strategy, including the US Chamber of Commerce, are not convinced (at 14:15) --- Around Town: Cops and Kids will Go Shopping this weekend... it is the signature program of the Fort Findlay FOP Lodge 20 Foundation (at 22:58) --- Remember, Honor, Teach... Organizers are still looking for last-minute donations and volunteer manpower to make the Wreaths Across America program happen locally (at 32:04)

For non-traditional college students already juggling work and family obligations with their school studies, the holidays add another layer of stress... We have strategies for keeping up with it all without sacrificing your sanity (at 14:27) --- Do neighborhood shops and small businesses get a piece of the Black Friday-Cyber Monday action? A closer look at consumer spending data from the start of the holiday shopping frenzy (at 23:43) --- What's Happening: Lots of programs and events to celebrate the season in the month of December at the Hancock Historical Museum (at 43:57)

Members of the grassroots group 'Findlay For All' join us to explain their opposition to the city's proposed loitering ordinance (at 11:01) --- Giving Tuesday... A break from holiday consumerism to share with others in the true spirit of the season (at 21:20) --- Even though there is plenty to be concerned about, the latest Bank of America Business Owner Report shows cautious optimism among entrepreneurs for the year ahead (at 27:35) --- What's Happening: An update on December programs and events at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library (at 45:47)

With online shopping projected to grow another six-percent this holiday season, cybercriminals are taking note as well... A Cyber Monday reminder about how to avoid getting scammed or swindled for Christmas (at 14:43) --- 'Tis the season for holiday shows! Cast members will join us from ''Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol'' at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts... (at 26:20) --- ...and the Fort Findlay Playhouse production of ''The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon'' (at 44:44)

Not looking forward to the holiday drama you know is coming? We have strategies for dealing with family conflict and strained relationships during Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings (at 13:39) --- Before you join the millions of bargain-hunters on the day after Thanksgiving, We have the scoop on where to find the best deals and everything else you need to know to maximize the Black Friday shopping experience (at 22:55) --- No matter if you're shopping in the stores or online this holiday (or doing some of both), Google's latest AI tools and Holiday 100 List can help you find the perfect gifts without all the hassle that usually goes into it (at 43:54)

Last week's shockingly tragic case in Tiffin is a stark reminder about the dangers of domestic violence, the need for community support and the importance of seeking help for victims (at 12:34) --- They are the unsung heroes of Thanksgiving... Showing our appreciation for the farmers and agricultural researchers who ensure the abundance we enjoy when we sit down to our holiday meal (at 22:55) --- What's Happening: A community treasure certainly worth being thankful for... We have details on December programs and events from the Hancock Park District (at 45:24)

Critics say the cost of tariffs is raising prices for nearly everything... including parts of your Thanksgiving Dinner - but perhaps not in the way you might expect (at 12:24) --- Around Town: They say you shouldn't exercise right after a big meal, but running a 5K first thing on Thanksgiving morning is OK... We have details on the 15th annual Turkey Trot (at 21:11) --- What's Happening: A number of events to get you in the holiday spirit are coming in December to the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (at 41:55)

To wrap up American Education Week... the president of the National Education Association discusses the biggest challenges schools and teachers face, and an initiative to bring more community involvement into the classroom (at 13:45) --- Football Preview: Findlay High School's playoff run is over, but for the University of Findlay the excitement is just beginning (at 22:51) --- This is the big one in our Great Gifts Guide Christmas shopping series... the Parent-Tested Parent-Approved 2025 annual Holiday Gift List reveal (at 27:28) --- A special collection of Thanksgiving recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 47:03)

Findlay City Schools Superintendent Dr. Andy Hatton joins us to discuss the likelihood of resuming student bus transportation this school year... Will it be possible to do that before winter arrives? (at 12:46) --- In the most resounding vote in recent memory, Congress has approved public release of the so-called 'Epstein Files'... a move that could have a reverberating effect the likes of which we've never seen before - or not (at 23:17) --- The Great Gifts Guide... Our Christmas shopping series continues with hot collectibles and ideas for the entire family - even your four-legged family members (at 45:18)