Pro-life advocates this week will take part in the first March for Life of the post-Roe era, but they're not the only ones mobilizing their base... How pro-choice proponents are advocating for access to abortion in a very different environment than they've been used to (at 14:44) --- The strange case of George Santos... How was the newly-elected New York congressman able to keep his lies a secret until it was too late? And why it should matter to all of us (at 22:41) --- The Childrens' Mentoring Connection will host a ribbon cutting and open house at their new location in The Family Center next week... executive director Stacy Shaw explains how the move will allow them to better serve the community (at 42:36)

Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn shares her take on the agenda issues and discussions going on behind-the-scenes at this week's annual Winter Meeting of the US Conference of Mayors in Washington, DC (at 15:31) --- SNAP recipients who are about to see a significant reduction in benefits will likely be forced to rely even more on organizations such as the West Ohio Food Bank... are those agencies prepared for that increased demand? (at 27:44) --- Over the past 40 years, tremendous advancements have been made in the field of veterinary medicine that have improved the quality of life for all animals... but does this field face the same challenges as exist in human healthcare? (at 49:02)

Recipients of SNAP food assistance may be in for an unpleasant surprise next month as enhanced benefits aimed at offsetting the effects of the pandemic are set to expire... even though, for many, the same challenges continue to linger (at 16:43) --- To Your Health: Did you experience a touch of heartburn, acid reflux or GERD over the holidays? It's a common digestive issue that impacts millions of Americans... but it can be a warning sign of something more than just a minor discomfort (at 26:04) --- Around Town: The University of Findlay's 22nd annual Comedy Jam is coming this month to the MCPA (at 46:46)

The third Monday of January is supposedly the most depressing day of the year... We have advice for lifting your spirits if you're feeling it on 'Blue Monday' (at 11:36) --- How did inflation, supply chain issues, labor challenges and other retail headwinds impact the all-important holiday shopping season? A deep dive into a broad variety of data can provide insight beyond just the sales figures (at 21:32) --- The greater good to come from what happened to Damar Hamlin two weeks ago will hopefully be increased knowledge and understanding about the life-saving effectiveness of CPR intervention... because cardiac arrest can happen to anyone anywhere at any time (at 40:31)

More Americans are carrying outstanding balances on their credit cards, even as the cost of servicing that debt is greater than ever... What consumers need to know that we aren't paying enough attention to (at 14:34) --- Despite CDC restrictions on the importation of primates, more than 100,000 monkeys have been brought into the US for medical research purposes since 2020... a practice PETA says could actually be a source of disease spread (at 22:39) --- Findlay head coach Jim Rucki previews the Trojans' matchup with Lima Senior (at 31:51) --- A collection of recipes that are perfect to warm you up on a cold winter's evening from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 50:27)

Findlay City Schools teachers and staff are being trained this week on SafeDefend... an active shooter alert system that is the first of its kind to be implemented in Ohio (at 12:28) --- First the Christmas week weather issues, now a system-wide failure left airlines grounded... is this further evidence of a vulnerable and outdated system? (at 24:17) --- One last chance to enroll for insurance coverage in 2023 through the HealthCare.gov exchange... but the final deadline is approaching this weekend (at 32:23) --- Around Town: St. Mark's UMC is partnering with the Tim Tebow Foundation to present a Night To Shine for those with special needs in the community (at 47:42)

The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new guidance encouraging doctors to take a more proactive approach in combating childhood obesity... but are medications and even surgery really the right way to combat the problem? (at 15:53) --- Community and Business Spotlight: Whatever your resolution for the new year, the United Way of Hancock County can connect you with volunteer opportunities in the community - because helping others can help you, too (at 26:33) --- Remember when experts warned that giving a new pet as a Christmas gift might not be the best idea? Well now that the holidays are over, it's a great time to welcome a new four-legged family member (at 42:23)

While all eyes were on Washington last week, the Ohio House of Representatives had some drama of its own in choosing a new speaker... Rep. Jon Cross joins us to discuss his legislative agenda for the coming year (at 14:42) --- To Your Health: More than 37-million Americans suffer from chronic kidney conditions, many without even realizing it... and earlier diagnosis is key in more successful treatments (at 23:23) --- Now that the holidays have passed, and with the realization that winter in Northwest Ohio is just starting to settle in... it's time to think about spring break getaways! (at 40:22)

Many small businesses that received federal pandemic loans (which were welcome relief at the time) are now on the hook for repayments, and some say the timing couldn’t be worse... What now for millions of entrepreneurs who find themselves caught between a rock and a hard place? (at 14:11) --- On the heels of last week's CES, a closer look at how today's automotive technology is already harnessing the power of AI to make roads safer even with fully autonomous vehicles still perhaps decades from reality (at 20:54) --- What's Happening: Details on programs and events for the entire community in the month of January from the Hancock County OSU Extension (at 42:26)

The protracted fight over who will be the next Speaker of the House is something none of us have seen in our lifetime... Will it have a lingering effect on Republicans' ability to capitalize on their newly-earned majority? (at 15:33) --- A showcase for everything from the practical to the futuristic to the offbeat side of technology... we have more from CES 2023 in Las Vegas (at 26:36) --- Findlay Trojans head coach Jim Rucki previews this weekend's games against Fremont Ross and Ottawa-Glandorf (at 35:36) --- Kicking off a new year of tasty and easy-to-make recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 53:53)