America remains a nation divided, but a new initiative launched this week aims to bring people together for real, meaningful conversations with one another despite their differences... are we ready to listen to each other again? (at 14:11) --- Basketball Preview: FHS head coach Jim Rucki previews the Trojans' showdown with St. John's in tonight's Division I District Final (at 24:37) --- It seems you can't go anywhere these days without seeing someone with a hard seltzer in their hand... what's behind this craze that has become the fastest-growing trend in the adult beverage industry? (at 30:09) --- You asked, we deliver... yummy recipes for a made-from-scratch family pizza night highlight this week's collection from Kyra's Kitchen (at 45:48)

Healthcare workers and EMTs have been called the frontline heroes of the pandemic... ''Behind the Mask'' is a new book about their experience from a perspective the rest of us will never see (at 13:16) --- It's a tax season like no other, and much of the help seniors depend on isn't available because of the pandemic... What older Ohioans need to know with the filing deadline six weeks away (at 23:12) --- Throwback Thursday: As the pandemic has exacerbated an already growing housing crisis, a new book explores the cause and effect in one of the country's hardest hit regions (at 31:04) --- Keeping the Faith: The teachings of Jesus have been challenged through the ages... Is it possible to turn those who confront Christians over their beliefs from doubters into believers? (at 49:36)

Even amidst the most economically challenging year in a century, Findlay-Hancock County has once again been designated America's top micropolitan community for an unprecedented 7th year in a row... and we already have a good start on 2021 (at 14:42) --- Economic development doesn't happen without proper infrastructure... a new report from the American Society of Civil Engineers highlights just how far we have to go to meet the infrastructure demands of the 21st century (at 26:10) --- What's Happening: Details on this month's programs and events at the Hancock Historical Museum (at 33:17) --- It may be basketball season, but two local powerhouse football programs introduced new leadership for next year (at 50:30)

Does approval of Johnson and Johnson's single-dose vaccine mean a faster rollout for everyone, particularly in smaller population centers like NW Ohio? Hancock Public Health Commissioner Karim Baroudi weighs in (at 12:50) --- When genetic testing was in its infancy, the idea of using DNA to learn a patient's likelihood to develop certain health conditions became a controversial debate... now that such testing has been commonplace for several years, what's the verdict? (at 23:51) --- The number of consumer complaints about credit reporting agencies nearly doubled in 2020... how to protect your good name while digging out from a pandemic-induced financial hardship (at 45:43)

Mental Health Monday: As our year-long series on the emotional and psychological effects of COVID-19 draws to a close, we discuss the resources that are available within the community for those who continue to struggle (at 14:06) --- For as much as the travel industry has struggled over the past year, there are notable exceptions... Why some AirBNB hosts are prospering despite - or perhaps because of - the pandemic (at 23:03) --- Need a new set of wheels but can't afford to spend a fortune? KBB is out with their list of 2021's Coolest Cars under $20K and under $30K (at 42:24)

Let's try this again... Cedar Point is gearing up for a second take on their 150th anniversary season that was undermined by the coronavirus last year (at 14:45) --- To Your Health: You probably didn't know that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of maternal death in the US... A part of the heart health story that isn't often discussed to close out American Heart Month (at 23:55) --- Basketball Preview: The TRAC co-champion Findlay Trojans begin tournament play against Springfield (at 32:23) --- More easy and delicious recipes for your family from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 45:46)

Is all that pandemic screen time giving you a migraine, or is it just in your head? What to do when remote work and school becomes too much to bear (at 14:02) --- The State of Ohio is partnering with OSU Extension to expand the reach of the familiar 'Real Money, Real World' program statewide... Treasurer Robert Sprague discusses the significance of this financial literacy tool for students during America Saves Week (at 20:43) --- The pandemic has demonstrated that reliable high-speed internet access is a necessity in today's world, which is why the most recent COVID Relief Bill includes a provision which aims to get everyone connected (at 30:35) --- The American Academy of Pediatrics is out with new dietary guidelines for children including, for the first time, guidelines for little ones under the age of two (at 46:22)

Do you know what your employees are really up to when they're working from home? A new survey finds an alarming number are misrepresenting the company... or worse (at 13:30) --- Keeping the Faith: Seeing God's faithfulness even in the shadow of grief... a Tennessee pastor shares his story of navigating loss and continuing the legacy of his late wife (at 25:28) --- War, natural disasters and secrets from the past always make for a great story... author Linda Cunningham talks about her new novel ''Early Thursday'' (at 31:23) --- What's Happening: Details on this year's CommunityREAD event and other March programs from the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library (at 46:38)

SPECIAL REPORT: Exerpts from the prepared comments of Goodyear CEO Richard Kramer and Cooper Tire CEO Brad Hughes in announcing the combining of the two companies in a conference call for investors and the media on Monday morning... Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn shares her reaction to the news, and Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development Director Tim Mayle discusses the future outlook for Cooper Tire in Findlay as its corporate operations are integrated with Goodyear over the next several months (at 13:52) --- What's Happening: Details on programs and activities during the month of March from the Hancock Park District (at 49:07)

The Ohio Legislature is moving again to limit the authority of the executive branch to issue blanket health orders, and the governor is predictably pushing back, in a classic political power struggle against the backdrop of an ongoing pandemic (at 12:55) --- Building a future generation of community leaders... the Hancock Youth Leadership program is accepting applications for their next class (at 23:51) --- Between pandemic concerns and recent weather issues, many people have been avoiding travel as much as possible... we have some helpful tech and advice for late-winter and early-spring driving safety (at 44:06)