Travel is suddenly booming again, and airlines in particular are struggling to keep up with demand... how leveraging the latest technology can take one less challenge off their plate as the skies fill up (at 18:31) --- What could be more American than a backyard cookout for the 4th of July weekend? We have tips and grilling recipes to help make you the greatest grillmaster on the block (at 36:37) --- Chef Jamie Gwen takes us on a state-by-state trip for some All-American dishes, drinks and desserts (at 41:13) --- Another collection of recipes from Kyra's Kitchen for Independence Day and all summer long (at 47:01)

A reminder about the effect of backyard Independence Day fireworks on some veterans... while at the same time debunking the persistent myth of the 'dangerous PTSD vet' (at 14:33) --- Lines are likely to be long today at the BMV office as Ohio's pandemic grace period on driver's license and plate renewal expires... here's what you need to know (at 29:02) --- Senator Sherrod Brown is spending the July congressional break criss-crossing Ohio touting programs to create jobs and enhance benefits for working families (at 23:25) --- What's Happening: The Hancock Historical Museum invites you to an old-fashioned holiday ice cream social... just one of the things happening in the month of July (at 46:48)

Combating Weight Bias... it's more than just another outcry of today's 'woke culture', it is a serious stigma with serious consequences for victims of all ages (at 14:51) --- An administrator at one of America's busiest and most-respected hospitals explains how instilling in our political leaders the lessons he has learned in treating patients may be the cure for what's wrong with ''The Ailing Nation'' (at 24:35) --- Keeping the Faith: Why is it that we celebrate and remember the big achievements in our lives when it is often the ''little wins'' that mean even more? (at 35:38) --- What's Happening: Hot fun in the summertime... details on July programs and activities from the Hancock Park District (at 50:26)

Following-up with a recap of last night's public meeting on the Eagle Creek storage basin proposal... were any minds changed about the project? (at 13:45) --- The Health Resources and Services Administration is stepping up with a new program as part of a redoubling of efforts to combat the resurgent opioid epidemic (at 22:45) --- Around Town: No concerts at Riverside Park this summer, but the Findlay Civic Band will offer two performances this season, the first of which is this week (at 40:50)

A public meeting ordered by the Conservancy Court to discuss the Eagle Creek Storage Basin will be held this evening, where Blanchard River Watershed Solutions will once again make their case for the project and attempt to convince detractors (at 14:30) --- Amazon made a big deal about small business merchants being a big part of the Prime Day promotion... how did those small businesses fare on the platform's biggest sale event of the year? (at 23:00) --- Defining disaster... From record heat in the Pacific Northwest to that building collapse in South Florida, local Red Cross director Todd James explains the complex nature of providing relief and mobilizing in times of crisis (at 40:20)

Big things are happening for area seniors as 50 North fully reopens, with the facility expansion and renovation nearly complete... executive director Carolyn Copus shares the latest news (at 13:25) --- It is highly unlikely that we will reach the goal of having 70 percent of eligible Americans vaccinated against COVID-19 by the 4th of July... for those who have resisted the shot to this point, what will it take? (at 26:37) --- Another collection of tasty, easy-to-make recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 48:58)

Habitat for Humanity will be dedicating two new homes for deserving families this weekend... and their work is far from over, as 2021 is shaping up to be the agency's busiest year ever (at 13:47) --- Throwback Thursday: The OSHP has launched an online 'distracted driving dashboard' to track related crashes... are you more distracted than you think behind the wheel? (at 23:22) --- For younger drivers, a comfort level with technology and the inherent invincibility complex can be a deadly combination (at 30:11) --- Because our differences make us stronger... How to start conversations about embracing diversity, change and inclusivity in our communities (at 47:31)

Everyone has a story to tell, and the Findlay-Hancock Public Library wants you to tell yours... as a way to help foster greater understanding of our neighbors (at 14:27) --- Keeping the Faith: America is becoming a more racially-diverse nation... is your church resisting this change or embracing it? (at 22:31) --- State Representative Jon Cross discusses recent legislation to eliminate college admissions testing for high school seniors, address hazing on campus and the potential legalization of sports wagering in the State of Ohio (at 28:29) --- A must-see event for lovers of classic automobiles... Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course outside of Mansfield hosts the Vintage Grand Prix this weekend (at 49:42)

After a difficult and challenging year, Fair Season has returned in Ohio with the first in our area... the Putnam County Fair now underway in Ottawa (at 11:33) --- Infectious diseases as a matter of national security... How US Army research plays a critical role in identifying, treating and preventing pandemics like COVID-19 (at 18:50) --- To Your Health: Eight in ten older men will be affected by BPH... for Men's Health Month in June, a reminder about the importance of proper screening and timely treatment (at 26:01) --- Around the Area: Food, games, crafts, classic cars and plenty of great music... the Blanchard River Bluegrass Festival returns to Mt. Blanchard this weekend (at 43:07)

Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn joins us to talk about taking on a new role within the US Conference of Mayors with her recent appointment to the organization's Advisory Board (at 13:53) --- President Biden wants to 'declare our independence from the virus' by the Fourth of July, but it's unlikely we'll reach the 70 percent vaccination benchmark by then... is a certain segment of the population unreachable, and have we reached the point of no return in the reopening process regardless? (at 23:38) --- A year after closing their downtown studio, Awakening Minds Art is still going strong... and will be making themselves very visible in the community this summer (at 44:16)