Ohio Republicans insist their opposition to Democrat Claire Osborn's bid for the 83rd House District race isn't personal or out of fear of losing the seat... but a matter of law that makes her candidacy invalid (at 14:49) --- The frustratingly confusing roller-coaster that is the COVID dashboard... and because public health is about more than just COVID-19, Hancock Public Health Commissioner Karim Baroudi discusses their latest Community Health Assessment report (at 22:23) --- Around Town: Flag City BallonFest returns for another weekend of high-flying family fun (at 49:06)

The race for the 83rd District seat in the Ohio House of Representatives took a turn on Friday as Republicans challenged the validity of Democrat challenger Claire Osborne's candidacy (at 15:44) --- Mental Health Monday: It's not uncommon for kids to feel uncertain, anxious or overwhelmed about back-to-school time (especially these days)... how parents and caregivers can help them 'Sound It Out' (at 24:35) --- What's Happening: Details on programs and activities from the Hancock County OSU Extension through the month of August and leading into the county fair (at 44:27)

It wasn't that many years ago many believed African-American athletes didn't have what it takes to play the most important position in football... ESPN senior writer Jason Reid discusses his new book ''Rise of the Black Quarterback'' (at 15:35) --- By the end of 2022, wireless carriers will have shut down their older 3G cellular networks... What does phasing out obsolete technology mean for the future of mobile connectivity, and how will consumers be affected? (at 24:56) --- Another collection of yummy recipes straight from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 45:50)

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation wants to talk... details on another round of Community Conversations (at 16:37) --- Throwback Thursday: As communities increasingly look to attract young professionals, can they also be more inclusive to seniors? (at 26:47) --- Proper nutrition is important every day, but especially as kids prepare to head back-to-school soon, we have What You Need (at 35:53) --- What's Happening: Celebrating the success of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, and details on upcoming virtual author talks with the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library (at 54:16)

Governor DeWine has predicted the impact of the CHIPS Act will be 'transformative' for the state... How might that include our area in Northwest Ohio? (at 15:43) --- To Your Health... Relatively few people suffer from the autoimmune disorder IgA Nephropathy, and that rarity can leave patients and their families isolated and unsupported (at 26:59) --- ICYMI: Less than a month to go, and Findlay City Schools' preparations for the new academic year are in high gear (at 34:02) --- What's Happening: Details on August events and programs at the Hancock Historical Museum (at 53:22)

CASA/GAL has announced a restructuring of its operation locally to become a program of the county juvenile court... Judge Kristen Johnson explains how this move will secure their ability to advocate for children who are 'in the system' (at 17:57) --- There are many reasons inflation is at a 40-year-high, including one that is commonly overlooked... the cost of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks (at 28:32) --- What's Happening: As summer begins to wind down, there's still plenty to do with programs and activities from the Hancock Park District (at 49:20)

In a shocking twist that has outraged military advocates, the previously bi-partisan PACT Act has suddenly stalled in Congress... A closer look at why this measure is so critical for veterans' healthcare (at 15:40) --- Around Town: When neighbors and law enforcement come together, the result is a safer community... We have details on this year's Flag City Night Out (at 29:04) --- Nearly half of Americans will spend a week or more away from home between now and the end of the year... is your house protected from theft and damage while you're away? (at 50:03)

Senator Rob Portman discusses the long-overdue settlement of the CHIPS Act and its importance to Ohio - as well as his report to the Federal Reserve this week detailing China's attempts to influence and undermine US monetary policy through Fed employees (at 13:52) --- ''Writing Down Cancer''... A conversation with the author of new book of poetry on a topic nearly everyone can relate to (at 23:08) --- In honor of the return of the State Fair, we have recipes that just taste better in Ohio from Kyra's Kitchen (at 43:10)

Liberty-Benton superintendent Mark Kowalski gives an update on the very busy summer of construction at their campus ahead of back-to-school time (at 15:05) --- Measures to address a changing climate are almost always framed as an economic killer, but doing nothing could destroy a significant segment of the economy as well (at 25:29) --- Throwback Thursday: Back in 2016, the American College of Physicians issued a warning about the effects of climate change on public health (at 33:45) --- Around Town: The next production of the Fort Findlay Playhouse will be the premiere of a Jim Toth original, ''Blood Moon Memories'' (at 53:16)

This may be the biggest week for the economy so far this year... with another significant rate hike from the Federal Reserve, GDP and other data that could confirm recession fears, and the latest earnings reports from the world's biggest tech companies (at 12:19) --- Did you know that when you purchase apps or digital subscriptions, Apple and Google siphon off as much as 30 percent for themselves? Now, app developers are fighting back... demanding lower fees and alternative avenues to push content to consumers (at 21:33) --- What was once a fringe idea is now going mainstream... What's a parent to do when their kid decides to go vegan? (at 42:21)