More than a dozen Ohio-based missionaries, including several children, were kidnapped over the weekend in Haiti... it is a danger that the humanitarian relief workers of Mission Possible know all too well (at 15:40) --- The aftermath of pandemic-related work shutdowns has given rise to a phenomenon some are calling the 'Great Resignation'... we have results of the 2021 Employee Stress Check Report (at 27:11) --- The annual Medicare open enrollment period is now open... the way many seniors accessed routine and specialized community care during the pandemic has been factored in to many plans, giving recipients one more thing to consider in making this important choice (at 45:07)

Buying a car has always been an intimidating process - now more than ever... is it still possible to get a good deal on a new or used vehicle? (at 15:10) --- Amid growing calls to make expansion of the Child Tax Credit permanent... critics charge those direct payments to families take us one step closer to a welfare state (at 23:51) --- What's Happening: After recovering from the hectic schedule of the fair, Hancock County 4-H starts the whole cycle over again (at 43:30)

The cut-throat nature of the current real estate market has been well-documented - a climate that can be intimidating for would-be first-time homebuyers... but relax, because we have the advice you need to enter the market with confidence (at 11:05) --- Thanksgiving is now less than 50 days away, with many families eager to celebrate together again... but a new survey finds common hearing loss issues can still leave loved ones feeling left out and isolated anyway (at 22:07) --- Around Town: This summer, Awakening Minds Art launched an 'interactive' community mural project with local artists and building owners... next weekend they're inviting the community to celebrate the success of that project (at 36:38)

The opioid epidemic has seen a resurgence with overdose deaths up more than 35% in the past year... and once again, a pivot to innovative uses of technology may hold the key to bringing those numbers down (at 14:43) --- Mobile Gaming now represents 60% of the video game market... a trend largely being driven by women (at 21:59) --- What's Happening: Special events and Halloween fun during the month of October at the Hancock Historical Museum (at 26:01) --- Keeping the Faith: Grown-ups aren't the only ones who experience the challenges and hardships of life... Children, too, can take comfort that the Lord is with them in their own times of trial as well (at 44:57)

Meet the hometown girl with one amazing job... A conversation with FHS alum Anne Roemer about her work as manager of astronaut selection at NASA (at 14:25) --- Bankrate's latest list of most- and least-valuable college majors is out, with many STEM careers at the top and the arts near the bottom... the results may not be surprising, but what the data means might be (at 23:03) --- Around Town: Members of the cast join us to preview the Fort Findlay Playhouse production of the musical comedy ''Nunsense'' (at 41:10)

No matter how you feel about 'big data' and artificial intelligence, it's a reality in our everyday lives... which means today's kids need to be educated on how to understand it and navigate its potential pitfalls (at 14:36) --- Computer science is already one of the most in-demand and highly-paid fields in today's economy, and will only be more so in the future... will there be enough people to fill those roles? (at 22:05) --- Halloween is back in all it's spook-tacular glory this year... which is a real treat for America's confectioners (at 40:53)

In nearly every business category from fast food to executive professionals - workers in short supply are commanding premium pay and benefits... Do you know what you're really worth? (at 13:54) --- Community Spotlight: With October being Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Open Arms is introducing new ways to connect with professionals who can help individuals escape toxic and abusive relationships (at 23:33) --- High School Football Preview: After a big win over previously undefeated archrival Fremont Ross, the Findlay Trojans set their sights on the St. Francis Knights in Week #7 (at 29:42) --- Get ready for another collection of tasty, easy-to-make recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 47:32)

As expected, Ohio's redistricting maps are facing a court challenge... and there's more at stake than just the future makeup of the state legislature (at 15:30) --- For those who have had a run-in with the law that remains unresolved, the Findlay Municipal Court's 2021 Safe Surrender Day may be the opportunity to clear that case once and for all (at 26:42) --- Throwback Thursday: Why the industry says concerns and fears about large-scale solar projects are misplaced (at 33:37) --- It's the question every parent has struggled with, wondered and worried about... How and when to transition baby to solid food (at 51:23)

The Border Basin Solar Project near Arcadia has taken a major step forward with an agreement between the developers and the county on future tax revenue (at 14:56) --- Because people are more than the mistakes they have made... locally, the stories of Welcome to a New Life prove that it's possible to give a second chance to those who want it (at 24:47) --- Keeping the Faith: It's easy to get caught up in the hustle of trying to get ahead in business and life... but what are we missing in the elusive search for 'more'? (at 35:37) --- Nationally, blood donations have dipped to their lowest level this year... the American Red Cross is sounding the alarm about a critical shortage (at 53:30)

Perhaps no one was more angered and disheartened by the US military's chaotic exit from Afghanistan than those who have served in that region... Hancock County Veterans Services is hosting a Yellow Ribbon Town Hall to help them process those emotions (at 15:58) --- Across the country, the businesses that communities need most are the ones that have been hardest hit by the effects of the pandemic, with many continuing to struggle for survival... Which is why 'buy local' is more important now than ever (at 27:15) --- What's Happening: Cooler days and fall colors... some of the best reasons to explore the outdoors in the month of October with the Hancock Park District (at 45:19)