Special Edition

August 20 21  Carol Coolbaugh facilitator of the NEPA GRASP Chapter and founder of the upcoming Overdose Awareness Event at Kirby Park in Wilkes Barre, the Scranton Walk & Roll for the GBS|CIDP Foundation International is coming in September. Mary Kay Egan and Devin Gerber Lugones  are here to tell us about it. Keeping our pets safe with Lori Teller,  President of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Preparing for disaster with Thomas Tighe, President & CEO, of Direct Relief. 

August 13 14 PennDOT District 4 has a hiring event coming up on Wednesday. Jessica Ruddy has all the details. John Davis says it's all about the kids. For 21 years, Valley With A Heart has been helping Luzerne County families who are caring for their seriously ill children. He going to tells us about their upcoming fundraiser but more importantly, if you or someone you know needs help, how to get in touch with them. The second annual Rhythm and Wine Festival to benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters is coming up. Executive Director Michelle Hamilton has your invitation. Lisa Hamilton, President and CEO, Annie E. Casey Foundation on Latest Edition of the KIDS COUNT Data Book which analyzes Pennsylvania child health and well being. Casey Corn, Classically Trained Chef and Culinary Anthropologist is on a mission to help people rediscover their lost family recipes. Her new Magnolia Network show “Recipe Lost and Found,” will be streaming on Discovery+.    

August 6 7  Jason Brenner, is one of the Co Chairs for the Hazleton Rotary Wine and Beer Festival and he has your invitation to be there for the fun. Dan Griffin from Luzerne County is on his way to help re build war torn Ukraine. Why is he going and how can you help? He's here to tell us.  We have been hearing more about Monkeypox. Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director, with Med Express has the information you need to know. Cardiologist, Dr. Sreekanth Vemulapalli explains the #Ask4Echo campaign to focus on heart valve disease symptoms launched by Heart Valve Voice US.  Audacy's Nikki Stone recently sat down with Republican Congressman Dan Meuser representing the 9th Congressional District to talk about what's happening in Washington.  

July 30 31 Volunteers are getting ready for the first ever K-9 Cleanup. Laura Breakstone owner of ParaMount Pet Care, has details on how you can get involved. The Paws in the Park event to benefit Griffin Pond Animal Shelter is coming up and Fundraising Director, Sherry Crolly tells us where and when. If you want to take part in The Wilkes Barre Multi Cultural Parade and Festival, Kirk Merchel, Special Events Director for the city says there's still time to sign up.   Meet Marko Marcinko who has your invitation to the upcoming Scranton Jazz Festival.  Cardiologist, Dr. Sreekanth Vemulapalli explains the #Ask4Echo campaign to focus on heart valve disease symptoms launched by Heart Valve Voice US.  Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director, with Med Express has information on migraines.  

July 23 24 Pennsylvania long term care advocates worked together to show the need and  gathered in Harrisburg to commend members of the state legislature and the Governor for making it happen. Zach Shamberg, President and CEO, Pennsylvania Health Care Association tells us how it will help care for the states current and future aging population. Do you have emotional well being? Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director, with Med Express takes a look at how to know. Neil Wertheimer-AARP Bulletin Deputy Editor shares with some of their 99 tips to help you save money. Meet Marko Marcinko who has your invitation to the upcoming Scranton Jazz Festival. 

July 16 17  An Audacy Mental Wellness Initiative, Dr. Christine Moutier, Chief Medical Officer for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention in conversation with Riggs, morning host at Audacy station 103.7 KISS-FM in Milwaukee about the new 988 number to call for help for any type of mental health or suicide related crisis. Camping season is underway at the second oldest Girl Scout camp, Camp Archbald in Kingsley. Camp Director Jamie Puchalski tells us what campers have in store.  Automotive journalist and road trip enthusiast Nik Miles is currently traveling with  MINI TAKES THE STATES (MTTS) road rally that traveled through our area this week on the way from Vermont to South Carolina. They are raising money for Best Friends Animal Society. He also has tips on how to find amazing vacation destinations within 150 miles of your home, how to safely take your dog on the road and other cost savings tips including using gas saving apps among others. The deadline to sign up for Pennsylvania State Police Troop N Law and Leadership Academy is fast approaching. Master Trooper David Peters has details on the program and how you can get involved.

July 9 10  Kathryn Rowinski with Miller-Keystone Blood Center hosting the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit. She tells us where and when.  Eye injuries are common but most are preventable. Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director,with Med Express has the details.Reid Porter, Senior Director of State Public Affairs at the Pharmaceutical Researchers and Manufacturers of America discusses their recent survey on healthcare costs.   Audacy's Nikki Stone talks with Dr. Peter Amato of Inner Harmony Wellness about Mind, Body Medicine & Integrative Health Sciences and what that means.

July 2 3  Celebrating the 4th of July.  Audacy's Jill Wydra, Event Director, invites you to the "Scrantastic Spectacular" coming to downtown Scranton. The second annual Rhythm and Wine Festival to benefit Big Brothers and Big Sisters is coming up. Executive Director Michelle Hamilton has your invitation.  Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director, with Med Express has information on migraines.  Mona Mahajan, Senior Investment Strategist at Edward Jones says, retirement is changing and has advice on how to prepare for it.  Chiropractic care for bunions? Audacy's Nikki Stone caught up with area chiropractor Dr. Joe Leonardi about that and much more. 

June 25 26  Audacy's Bob Cordaro spoke with Corissa Rolon Exec Dr and CEO of the Burn Prevention Network, about what can happen if you don't handle fireworks carefully. Heading to the water? Rebecca Rybak Coordinator of the Northeast Highway Safety Program reminds you to don't drink and boat.   Celebrate safely with a professional fireworks display. Paul DeAngelo is here with everything you need to know about music, food and fun coming to City View Park in Hazleton July 2nd, and later that afternoon, the city of Hazleton Independence Day firework celebration will be held.   Audacy's Jill Wydra, Event Director,  invites you to the "Scrantastic Spectacular" coming to downtown Scranton.  Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director, with Med Express has information on summer safety.  Maria Wilson, Executive Director of Waverly Community House talking about their designation as a National Park Service site.  

June 18 19  Maria Wilson, Executive Director of Waverly Community House talking about their designation as a National Park Service site.  June is Dairy Month.  Dairyman Dave Smith  PA Dairymen’s Association Executive Director talks about the importance of dairy across the state.  Dawn Webster, Advanced Practice Clinician Director, with Med Express has summer outdoor safety information.  The 50th Anniversary of Hurricane Agnes is June 23rd. Sharing coverage, Andrew Wyatt, VP and General Manager of WBRE/WYOU and Times Leader Media Group Publisher Kerry Miscavage. Alan Stout joins us with what you need to know about the upcoming screening of a  90 minute documentary film "Agnes" to be screened at the FM Kirby Center.