With millions of Americans having started earlier than ever on their Christmas shopping this year, it's easier than ever to fall into the trap of overspending... Here's how to stay on budget before it's too late (at 13:37) --- ''Tiger King'' became a pandemic obsession for millions of Netflix viewers... but what ultimately happened to the animals featured in the series? (at 20:17) --- Findlay HS coach Jim Rucki analyzes last week's start to the basketball season and looks ahead to the Trojans' conference opener at Lima Senior (at 27:35) --- More great recipes from Kyra's Kitchen for your holiday gatherings (at 45:20)

Americans rediscovered our national public lands in a big way during the pandemic... are our National Forests, like the national parks, at risk of being 'loved to death'? (at 14:21) --- Do local officials see a reason for concern about the new Omicron COVID variant, and what has been the demand for vaccine boosters now that they are widely available? (at 23:56) --- As part of the ongoing effort to make the system more patient-friendly, the American Heart Association is lobbying for rigorous enforcement of the new 'No Surprises Act' (at 31:57) --- What's Happening: The University of Findlay's Mazza Museum is getting into the holiday spirit with kids and families in the month of December (at 54:28)

The Supreme Court will hear arguments today in a Mississippi abortion case that some believe could lead to a reversal of Roe v. Wade... at a minimum, it will be the most significant test of President Trump's conservative reshaping of the court (at 15:15) --- Thanksgiving weekend saw the return of holiday travel in a big way... but will it be a one-off for the season, or is America back to being a nation on the move? (at 26:18) --- Keeping the Faith: Life's smallest decisions can have the greatest impact... but God's word assures us that it's never too late to make ''U-Turns'' (at 33:09) --- What's Happening: The Hancock Historical Museum is getting into the spirit of the season with events and programs in the month of December (at 49:19)

After Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, why Giving Tuesday is so important with the CEO of the National Philanthropic Trust (at 15:42) --- To help make the journey to wellness a little less daunting, the new Steady Path Stabilization Center will offer an array of services to those with mental health issues and other disorders (at 24:32) --- Between the hustle and bustle of the holidays, and effects of the winter weather... we have wellness tips to help you stay safe, fit and healthy all season (at 34:29) --- What's Happening: Bundle up, grab your mittens and get outdoors... December has much to discover with the Hancock Park District (at 52:42)

One of the highlights of the American Thanksgiving celebration is the 'official' arrival of Santa Claus to ring in the Christmas season... do you know the history of the mid-winter bearer of gifts and his other traditions around the world? (at 15:26) --- What's Happening: Highlights of December events and programs at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library (at 25:07) --- Around Town: Members of the cast join us to preview the Fort Findlay Playhouse upcoming production of the classic ''Harvey'' (at 42:01)

A visit to the place where it all started... Thanksgiving means something even more for the town of Plymouth, Massachusetts (at 15:12) --- It's one of the best parts of the job... Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn talks about kicking off the holiday season with the lighting of the community Christmas Tree (at 22:16) --- Christmas shopping is back in a big way as consumers are expected to make up for last year's ho-hum holiday... Here's how to spread the cheer without breaking the bank (at 32:05) --- Helpful holiday hacks from Kyra's Kitchen to make your family gathering go smoother than ever (at 49:03)

After last week's theft of donations, the local Toys for Tots campaign is counting on the generosity of the community to make Christmas happen for kids in need (at 14:22) --- It's another COVID Thanksgiving... the latest guidance and a common-sense approach to keeping yourself and your family safe for those holiday gatherings (at 20:43) --- Everyday Agriculture: If COVID kept you from using the turkey you bought for Thanksgiving 2020, is it still safe to use this year? (at 29:43) --- The annual Coats for Christmas collection drive will be held next week for another year of sharing the warmth of the season (at 46:21)

Scammers have been more active than ever over the past year, and the holidays are the busiest time of all... we have advice on how to avoid being taken from the AARP Fraud Watch Network (at 16:44) --- Making your Christmas giving list? Check it twice for the best gifts from the Parent Tested Parent Approved 2021 Holiday Gift Guide (at 25:36) --- With holiday travel season upon us, and the worst of winter still to come, it's time for a refresher on driving safety precautions for this time of year (at 45:50)

After being garaged last year, the first major North American auto show of the season is back for 2021... We get a preview from opening day of the LA Auto Show (at 14:10) --- If the holiday season is the time for spreading joy to those less fortunate... we should also remember the 48-million homeless pets in America (at 21:47) --- Shopping for the Thanksgiving feast this weekend? Be sure to double-check that you have these things on hand from the list of most frequently forgotten holiday food items (at 29:27) --- What's the one thing you can be sure of the day after Thanksgiving? We have recipes from Kyra's Kitchen to help finish off all the leftovers (at 46:03)

The Norfolk Southern railroad bridge has been the 'weak link' in the Blanchard River flood mitigation plan from the start... but now it appears that's going to change (at 14:10) --- Manned space travel grabs the headlines, especially with private companies joining the effort... but NASA also has partnerships dedicated to the scientific exploration of many more unknown wonders of the universe (at 24:26) --- Around Town: Burn off a few calories before your family feast with the annual Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving morning (at 33:01) --- Throwback Thursday: If politicians can use new media to promote their agenda, why can't We The People harness that same technology to drive the national discourse? (at 51:02)