Preparing kids for back-to-school isn't just about getting fresh #2 pencils and new clothes... It also means equipping them to deal with the bullies who will be heading back to class as well (at 15:11) --- Community and Business Spotlight: The United Way of Hancock County is gearing up for their annual fundraising campaign, but that's not the only way you can give (at 26:40) --- What's Happening: Is your summer reading list starting to look a little thin? We have some great new titles to check out from the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library (at 51:59)

The program director of the new Acute Rehabilitation Unit at Blanchard Valley Hospital explains what it means for patient recovery (at 15:41) --- What unexpected turn will the 2024 presidential election take next? Does Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the race create more questions than it answers for Democrats? (at 26:51) --- Around Town: There's another big celebration this weekend at the Black Heritage Library and Multicultural Center... We get a preview of their Haitian-Caribbean Summer Festival (at 48:33)

State Treasurer and Findlay native Robert Sprague joins us to recap his experience as part of the Ohio delegation at last week's Republican National Convention (at 14:56) --- How much energy did you use at the office over the weekend? As much as half the power consumption in the workplace comes from the things that remain plugged in 24/7 (at 27:16) --- This week marks National Hire a Veteran Day... One of the best ways to honor those who have served the country, but too many companies have a job screening and hiring process that makes it more difficult than it should be (at 47:17)

When cost-of-living issues become cost-of-loving issues... How concerns over finances are affecting the dating scene - and the ways many couples are having the money talk earlier in their relationship than they used to (at 13:50) --- Fashion icon Christos Garkinos talks about his rocky road to success in one of the world's most cutthroat industries... lessons in persistence and thinking outside the box from his forthcoming memoir (at 22:50) --- Another collection of recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 44:39)

Once upon a time, most middle-class families could be supported by a single breadwinner... now a new Bankrate study finds that, for a growing number of households, even having dual incomes is no longer enough (at 15:12) --- Artificial intelligence is still a mystery to many... but you're probably already interacting with AI technology without even realizing it every time you go shopping (at 24:39) --- Around Town: Strap on some spurs, don yer ten-gallon hat and round up the posse for the Cowboy Days celebration this weekend at Ghost Town (at 46:32)

Should Findlay put out the welcome mat or put up a Do Not Enter sign for legalized recreational marijuana dispensaries in the city? Mayor Christina Muryn weighs in (at 11:51) --- Special deals abound during Amazon's annual Prime Day sale - as well as some you'd rather avoid... How to spot counterfeit merchandise and other scams that really aren't deals at all (at 24:36) --- We may be talking about back-to-school shopping already, but summer ain't over yet... We have What You Need to 'Glam Up and Go' for all the warm weather adventures still ahead (at 47:16)

Now that he is officially the Republican nominee, Donald Trump has selected JD Vance as his running mate - what does the Junior Senator from Ohio bring to the table? (at 14:48) --- As difficult questions continue to be asked surrounding this weekend's shooting at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania, it's already apparent that the entire incident represents a significant failure by the Secret Service (at 23:57) --- July is Disability Pride Month, commemorating the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act now 34 years ago... A conversation with one advocate working to bring more authentic representation to Hollywood - and why that's important (at 45:03)

Congressman Bob Latta shares his thoughts in the aftermath of this weekend's assassination attempt on former President Trump (at 14;28) --- Outgoing Economic Development Director Dan Sheaffer joins us to discuss his new role as President/CEO of the Findlay-Hancock County Alliance (at 23:46) --- Mental Health Monday: A just-released report identifies a disturbing new trend among some teens... 'digital self-harm' (at 33:40) --- Around Town: As part of their year-long 50th anniversary celebration, the Children's Mentoring Connection is hosting a Summer Picnic later this month (at 57:57)

Ohio State University is leading a statewide collaborative to study the impact of stress and the state of mental health among farmers in order to help bring more resources to those who need but aren't getting them (at 16:18) --- Is it really time to start shopping for back-to-school already? We have tips on updating your wardrobe with the latest fashions to have you looking good from day one (at 27:18) --- Another collection of simple and delicious recipes from Kyra's Kitchen (at 46:12)

''Nuclear War''... Best-selling author and Pulitzer finalist Annie Jacobsen paints a frightening picture of how real the threat is and how close we've come to the unthinkable (at 13:56) --- With diminishing cognitive ability being a topic on everyone's mind lately, ''The Better Brain Solution'' outlines a lifestyle plan to sharpen mental function and prevent memory loss (at 22:16) --- Throwback Thursday: Reflections on a legendary musical career with Richard Sterban, who has been the most distinctive voice of The Oak Ridge Boys for a half-century (at 45:38)