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Today – A Cincinnati cannabis company is betting big on Mansfield as its next move in Ohio’s fast-growing marijuana market, and it could be a win-win for business and the city.

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Carl kicks off Episode 74 with a quick “grumpy newsman” monologue before sliding into weekend banter, NFL overreactions and a new installment of “What’s Carl Watching?" The news of the week rundown covers three major local stories: Mansfield’s renewed debate over backyard chicken coops, a second cannabis dispensary preparing to open on West Fourth Street and significant budget-cut discussions at Madison Local Schools.

Then certified friend of the show and Ashland University historian John Moser joins us. He talks about his upcoming move to the University of Tennessee, what it’s really like taping episodes of History’s Greatest Mysteries and other TV series and how AI is reshaping college classrooms. The conversation also breaks down government shutdowns, the current political climate a year into Trump’s second term, and the state of the MAGA movement after recent news and elections. A perfect listen with a hot cup from Relax, It’s Just Coffee.

Related links: 

• Mansfield City Council to discuss backyard chicken ordinance Tuesday
• Mansfield may see second cannabis dispensary open by December
• Madison school board to vote on Mifflin closure, staff cuts next week

Intro song credit: Smoke And Drink, by Luke Watson.

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Today – Is it finally time for the chickens to come home to roost in Mansfield backyards? hat’s the question City Council is set to take up on Tuesday as it reopens a conversation that last ruffled feathers nearly a decade ago.

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In this episode, we sit down with director and writer Ryan Shealy, Associate Artistic Director at The Renaissance Theatre, and a longtime friend, collaborator, and anchor in Mansfield’s arts community. Ryan opens up about the evolution of found family, what it means to curate the people who fill your life, and how he’s learned to trust his own artistic lane after nearly a decade in professional theater.

From the quiet power of shared creative work to the loud joy of helping raise kids who aren’t biologically his, Ryan reflects on friendship, boundaries, and why building a life with people you choose is just as meaningful as the one you inherit. He also shares how theater both reflects and challenges a community and why Mansfield is braver, more curious, and more audacious than outsiders give us credit for.

At its heart, this conversation is about belonging, the art that shapes us, and the relationships that make us feel most like ourselves.

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In this week’s episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad, Hayden Gray and Zac Hiser break down the third week of Ohio’s new-look postseason -- where the top seeds are holding strong and north central Ohio teams are still making noise. We start with a post-mortem on Lexington and Ashland after tough playoff losses, and look ahead to what’s next for both programs in 2026. Then the focus shifts to Shelby, which faces a high-powered Lima Bath squad led by one of the region’s most explosive offenses, and Galion who is making their deepest playoff run since the 1980s.

We preview a massive Division V showdown between Centerburg and Colonel Crawford, where the winner punches a ticket to the regional final, and check in on Hillsdale and Danville as both powerhouses look to stay on a collision course for a potential rematch. With weather on their side and four of five area teams hosting, we set the stage for another action-packed Friday night of playoff football.

This episode is brought to you by Graham Auto Mall. 

Intro and outro music is "Story of the Sunflower Samurai" by local artist Vaundoom. 

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Today – They’ve served, they’ve stumbled — and now they’re standing tall. Veterans in Mansfield celebrate second chances and strength through recovery as they graduate from the Veterans Court program.

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Today – Richland County paused to honor the courage and commitment of its veterans this week, with heartfelt reflections and a community gathering that moved indoors when the weather wouldn’t cooperate.

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Episode 73 opens with a grumpy old-man monologue as Carl unloads on two fronts — voter apathy and unplowed streets. With only 23% of Richland County voters showing up on Election Day and Mansfield’s first snow catching city crews asleep at the wheel, Carl doesn’t hold back. Then it’s on to the week’s headlines, from Mansfield City Council’s crackdown on rogue truckers to Madison voters rejecting an income tax levy and the latest developments in the Keesee court case. And yes, the guys still manage to squeeze in their usual NFL overreactions and a new segment, “What’s Carl Watching?”

Later, the crew welcomes back friend of the show BJ Price from Skate Ohio to talk about the nonprofit’s exciting plans for a new “micro skatepark” at Maple Lake Park — a project made possible by comedian Dan Cummins and Bad Magic Productions. Price also shares updates on Lexington’s potential skatepark revival, the group’s partnership with international artist André Miripolsky and what’s rolling ahead for 2026. It’s part civic pep talk, part snow-day vent, and part local skate culture spotlight — best enjoyed with a hot cup of Relax coffee and a thick skin.

Related links:

• Donate and learn more about Skate Ohio
• Skate Ohio planning ‘micro park’ in Mansfield’s Maple Lake Park
• French artist Andre Miripolsky’s brings painted skateboards show to Mansfield
• Mansfield lawmakers to truckers: Stay in your lane — literally
• Madison school voters reject proposed income tax
• Judge reduces bond for Gary Keesee Jr. in alleged rape case

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Today – She played every minute of her first pro soccer season — and now Taylor Huff may be in the running for Rookie of the Year.

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In this episode, we sit down with licensed social worker and community leader Nyasha Oden, whose life and career are grounded in service, self-growth, and intentional living. From supporting foster youth to serving on local boards like the Buckeye Imagination Museum and the Women’s Fund, Nyasha brings purpose to everything she does.

She talks with us about what it looks like to align your vision with action. Whether that’s saying no to what’s out of alignment, creating space for personal growth, or helping others discover their “why” through vision boarding. Along the way, Nyasha shares lessons on boundaries, resilience, and the art of asking for what you want without apology.

From dating with purpose to dreaming boldly for the year ahead, this conversation is a reminder that intentionality isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up, one choice at a time.

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