Here's a voice the agriculture community will recognize... Dale Minyo drops by for a visit as the Ohio Ag Net originates its reports from the Hancock County Fair (at 16:44) --- A recent tragedy in Southwest Ohio has everyone thinking about school bus safety... including the Hancock County Sheriff's Office, who are sharing that message with a special exhibit at the fair (at 24:31) --- Coaches Corner host John Marshall gives us a preview of all the area games for Week #3 of the high school football season (at 34:58) --- As we wrap up the summer, the Old Farmer's Almanac is out with their traditional forecast for the winter season (at 50:21)

ON LOCATION: Today's broadcast is sponsored by the Findlay Hearing Center... making sure you don't miss out on any of the unmistakable sounds of the fair (at 11:39) --- After a terrific start, the fun continues at the Hancock County Fair... and you never know who you might bump into on the fairgrounds (at 18:48) --- Among today's exciting happenings at the fair, the Ohio State University Extension 4-H Mobile Design Lab offers hands-on activities designed to show the possibilities of STEM fields in agriculture and beyond (at 51:17)

ON LOCATION: Our broadcast from Opening Day of the Hancock County Fair is presented by Legacy Farmers Cooperative... a familiar sight at the fair and a familiar partner to the agriculture community (at 14:10) --- It's Veterans Day at the Fair, with free admission and lots of special perks for those who have served... Hancock County Veterans Service Office director Nichole Coleman has the scoop (at 30:19) --- Perhaps no one works harder during fair week than 4-H youth... 4-H Extension educator Lauren Burner-Kitzler explains why that matters (at 53:04)

Now we know what 'Project Hat Trick' was all about, as Sheetz has made it official... a multi-million-dollar distribution and food preparation facility is coming to Findlay, bringing with it hundreds of good paying jobs to the community (at 15:15) --- With students heading back to class, the Children's Mentoring Connection is in need of dedicated volunteers for their school-based mentoring programs... A little time to make a big difference (at 26:13) --- What's Happening: It's time to enjoy the cooler days as we transition into autumn with September events from the Hancock Park District (at 48:09)

A true labor of love... Habitat for Humanity has launched their fall build projects, giving two more families a place to call home thanks to generous hands-on help from the community (at 14:50) --- The preseason poll finds all the usual suspects at the top of the college football rankings... but who will be the surprise team that no one sees coming? ESPN analyst Marcus Spears weighs in (at 23:45) --- What's Happening: The new season of top-notch shows begins in September at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (at 43:13)

New Liberty-Benton superintendent Bruce Otley discusses preparations for the start of their school year, including the ribbon cutting on a brand new elementary and middle school facility (at 14:53) --- Pass the popcorn! The 2nd annual National Cinema Day is this Sunday... celebrating the magic of movies experienced on the big screen (at 25:05) --- It's Week #2 of the high school football season... Coaches Corner host John Marshall gives us a preview of the local games (at 31:19) --- Another collection of recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 46:23)

Today is expected to be the hottest day of the summer... How to spot the warning signs of dangerous exposure in this kind of extreme heat (at 15:23) --- State Representative Jon Cross shares his thoughts on this week's roundtable with business and education leaders about the work of the Center to Advance Manufacturing (at 21:41) --- A reminder from Litter Landing that the last chance is coming up next week to dispose of those household hazardous waste materials before you have to store them for the winter (at 33:09) --- What's Happening: September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month... and the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library is giving away prizes! (at 52:35)

A new Bankrate survey finds that younger investors are more likely to be proactive in response to changing economic conditions... but is that proactivity a good thing or a bad thing? (at 14:33) --- Director Tim Mayle recaps this week's business roundtable between the Center for Advanced Manufacturing and the region's leaders in business, education and government (at 22:54) --- What's Happening: The Humane Society of Hancock County is helping pet owners cope with the grief of losing a four-legged loved one (at 46:50)

Back-to-school doesn't just mean a big change in students' daily routine... it means the return of important safety rules and regulations that commuters need to remember as well (at 15:14) --- Conquering the lunchtime challenge... How to pack a lunch your kids will want to eat that will also help improve school success (at 22:55) --- Building on our conversation yesterday about using artificial intelligence to help your business... But there are also opportunities in making AI itself your business (at 45:33)

Artificial intelligence may finally be the technology that lives up to the promise of making our lives easier... and even though AI is still in its infancy, one expert says it's already being underutilized in business (at 15:25) --- Yet another example of healthcare disparities... Sensitive skin and eczema are among the most prominent chronic conditions affecting communities of color, yet there is a distinct lack of dermatological training to provide care unique to the needs of those patients (at 22:48) --- Last week, Las Vegas played host to the largest event for the pet retail industry in North America... A closer look at the trends for your pet from SuperZoo 2023 (at 42:28)