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The topic of this year's Information Assurance Forum at the University of Findlay is ripped from the headlines and focused on some of our biggest fears (at 13:52) --- Monday Motivation: These days it's not difficult to see what divides us, and easy to forget that we share a much greater common ground... Like a future with many unknowns (at 25:14) --- Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are happening this week... We have insider tips on finding the best of those big deals to get an early start on your holiday list (at 44:23)

Did you know that more than 530,000 tons of food is thrown away by schools each year? But a new initiative is turning the cafeteria into a classroom, finding ways to reduce that waste (at 14:27) --- Is it our politics? Our culture? Our education system? Our faith? Or is it all of the above... and then some? Bestselling author and commentator Bill O'Reilly discusses his latest book ''Confronting America: What Has to Change'' (at 23:32) --- HSFB Preview: The Trojans will try to snap a two-game skid against undefeated Perrysburg tonight (at 35:28) --- More easy and delicious recipes from Kyra's Kitchen! (at 51:03)

The World Cup brought millions of international visitors to our shores this summer, generating tremendous economic benefits and more... Now the US Travel Association wants to keep that momentum going (at 14:34) --- Connecting students to future career opportunities... Raise the Bar Hancock County will hold their third annual Career Connections Day this week (at 23:16) --- Throwback Thursday: Celebrating Halloween at the office may sound like a fun idea, but it can lead to a nightmare scenario for your company's legal department (at 42:24)

Nearly all small businesses are now leveraging AI technology, but are they using those tools effectively? A new report highlights the disconnect between the two (at 15:17) --- To Your Health: Don't get the flu shot and forget about everything else... Now is the time to schedule a complete Fall Wellness Visit (at 23:23) --- Before you turn on the heat for the first time this season, there are some important maintenance steps to take care of (at 30:58) --- What's Happening: Autumn leaves and cool weather makes October a perfect time to explore the outdoors with programs and activities from the Hancock Park District (at 45:08)

The 2026 Ohio School Report Cards are out... Findlay City Schools Superintendent Dr. Andy Hatton discusses the results and his takeaways from the district's scores (at 15:17) --- One third of Americans live in what experts call a 'healthcare desert'... How a national initiative is bringing community-based entrepreneurs together to address the issue (at 28:33)

From skyrocketing gas and diesel prices to the cost of heating your home this winter... We'll drill down on the biggest energy questions on everyone's mind with the president of the American Petroleum Institute (at 13:54) --- Mental Health Monday: Once more for National Suicide Prevention Month in September... A final look at the local statistics, warning signs and resources available to those who may need help (at 22:32) --- What's Happening: A new season of spectacular performances takes the stage beginning in October at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (at 42:11)

Autumn's arrival means it's time to get your annual flu shot... There's a new, more effective version this year, but will skepticism over mRNA vaccines keep people from getting it? (at 15:20) --- ''The Forever Paycheck''... Bestselling author and AARP personal finance columnist Jean Chatzky discusses her new book, with strategies to address the fear that paralyzes many retirees - outliving their savings (at 26:57) --- HSFB Preview: The Trojans try to bounce back from last week's first loss of the season, but it will be a tall order against Oregon Clay (at 34:59) --- A collection of recipes perfect for cool autumn days from Kyra's Kitchen (at 50:52)

Sherrod Brown has hit Jon Husted hard in their Senate race on his ties to prior data center development in Ohio... But Husted is firing back by spearheading a Senate bill aimed at protecting Americans from footing the bill for their operation (at 13:12) --- To Your Health: Did you know that most cases of breast cancer are shaped by factors that women can actually influence? Here's how to control the controllables (at 25:12) --- Throwback Thursday: Every month of every year, more businesses are adopting AI tools... A US Chamber of Commerce study examines the implications and possibilities, and what guardrails may be needed (at 39:52)

As the midterm election rapidly approaches, the latest polling from BGSU's Democracy and Public Policy Network shows a growing discontent among voters... sentiment that is keeping key races very much in play for Democrats (at 14:27) --- The open enrollment period for Medicare recipients is almost here... A myriad of options are supposed to provide flexibility, but usually just create additional confusion (at 24:27) --- What's Happening: Autumn is a good time to curl up with a good book from the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library (at 41:36)

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates last week over President Trump's objections... Did the central bank have any other options, and how will the decision impact average Americans? (at 14:28) --- Enrollment season is just around the corner, and checking the same boxes year after year could be a costly mistake... We have three crucial questions to ask before making your 2027 benefits decisions (at 25:14) --- What's Happening: Details on this year's Findlay Oktoberfest... and upcoming October programs at the Hancock Historical Museum (at 39:43)

Among the issues local voters will see on the November ballot, Hancock County ADAMHS is asking for a renewal of their existing mental health services levy (at 14:07) --- The spring and summer homebuying season was more subdued than normal, so now that we're heading into fall, what are the market trends for both buyers and sellers in the latter part of the year? (at 23:58) --- Toledo's Race for the Cure happens this weekend... but for women who want to support Susan G. Komen, but aren't runners, there's Fit for the Cure (at 39:43)

Your children are already consuming more news than you might realize on a daily basis... A new podcast aims to help them better understand it (at 14:41) --- Kids can get a lot of benefit from being connected to technology - from homework help to being able to reach out or be reached in an emergency - but it's up to parents to make sure they are using it in safe and healthy ways (at 24:54) --- HS Football Preview: The Trojans put their perfect 4-0 record up against struggling archrival Fremont Ross (at 32:52) --- We're finally back with another collection of easy and delicious recipes from Kyra's Kitchen (at 46:19)

Throwback Thursday: It's an age-old question - if you could see into the future, would you want to know how and when you're going to die? Well, thanks to artificial intelligence, now there's an app for that (at 14:25) --- As we've mentioned, September is National Preparedness Month... A new survey reveals some interesting data on how ready we are for fires, floods, or the winter storms that are coming (at 24:59) --- With kids back in class, the Children's Mentoring Connection is looking for volunteers with big hearts for their school-based mentoring programs (at 40:50)

Is AI really going to kill us all? Many experts, even within the industry, are sounding the alarm that artificial intelligence is advancing too quickly, and without sufficient 'guardrails'... A closer look at the risks of a knee-jerk reaction when balanced against the rewards of continuing to lead in this technology (at 14:52) --- Crime Prevention Conversations: The second phase of back-to-school safety for students and families (at 25:15) --- What's Happening: Details on upcoming programs and activities at the Findlay Family YMCA (at 42:31)

With trade issues becoming a political inflection point, Mayor Christina Muryn talks about the importance of working with Findlay's international partners to advance relationships that have provided mutual benefit for our community, state and country (at 13:00) --- As demand for weight-loss medications continues to soar, copycat and counterfeit GLP-1 drugs and peptide products continue to appear on the market, and experts fear consumers don't know the difference - or the risks (at 26:37) --- Community and Business Spotlight: As this year's fundraising campaign kicks off, the United Way of Hancock County is gearing up for their 'Barrels and Bids' evening of impact (at 43:17)