Best 1330 WFIN Podcasts (2025)

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S24 E84: A Bleak Holiday Travel Outlook 52:22

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Experts are predicting a lean year for retail sales this holiday season - What about the other big category of consumer spending between Thanksgiving and Christmas? Bankrate's outlook for holiday travel is out, and it's probably not what the hospitality industry wants to hear (at 11:54) --- Salute to Service: Fans will get the chance to take part i…

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S24 E83: Into the 3rd Week of the Government Shutdown 50:15

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As the government shutdown drags into its third week, Congressman Bob Latta joins us to discuss the latest developments - or lack thereof - in the ongoing budget impasse (at 13:27) --- From wildfires to winter storms... Making sure your home and possessions are properly protected against natural disasters that are becoming more common and more inte…

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S24 E82: Halloween Safety 54:05

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Crime Prevention Conversations: Because the scary stuff should all be imaginary and just for fun, a refresher course on Halloween and trick-or-treat safety for ghouls and goblins of all ages (at 15:23) --- The 2026 Open Enrollment period for Medicare recipients officially opens today... with all the talk about healthcare and premium increases, we h…

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S24 E81: The Risk of AI in Business 48:19

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In some businesses, the use of AI is nearly as common as e-mail - but such rapid adoption of new technology brings new risks... Are companies taking all the precautions they should? (at 14:23) --- Turning Cybersecurity Month on its head by thinking of all the constantly evolving and expanding threats as a critical career opportunity (at 23:26) --- …

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S24 E80: The Impact of School Levy Changes in Ohio 55:55

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The Ohio legislature has overridden the governor's veto of restrictions on the types of property tax levies schools can place on the ballot... How will districts have to adjust their financial practices and strategies moving forward? (at 13:24) --- On the Road Again... The Findlay Municipal Court is dedicating a day to giving individuals the chance…

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S24 E79: ''The Nine Lives of Christopher Columbus'' 1:01:19

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Columbus Day is Monday, in honor of the explorer who has become a controversial figure in recent years... Is Christopher Columbus worthy of a holiday in his name, or does the rest of his legacy overshadow even the discovery of America? (at 17:18) --- Is life really better 'Under the Sea', as the song says? Some brave researchers are about to find o…

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S24 E78: Leveraging AI in Job Hunting and Hiring 53:44

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Nearly all hiring managers are using AI to help narrow the field of job candidates... Should job seekers be using the same tools to narrow the field of positions to apply for? (at 13:31) --- Throwback Thursday: Healthcare is at the center of the government shutdown - Clinically, America's system is the finest in the world – so why are so many patie…

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S24 E77: Improving Broadband Internet Access in Hancock County 53:01

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Results of a comprehensive survey on Broadband Internet Access in Hancock County show, among other things, gaps in accessibility and affordability... Commissioner Jeff Hunker joins us to talk about how to address those shortcomings (at 13:48) --- From drones to self-driving cars, the future of autonomous mobility is the theme of this year's Informa…

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S24 E76: The 'Triennial Revaluation' is Underway 53:15

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S24 E75: Are You Earning What You're Worth? 58:02

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Whether you are actively involved in a job search or renegotiating salary at your current job, the 2026 Robert Half Salary Guide is out to help you gauge your worth to employers and potential employers (at 14:10) --- Senator Jon Husted joins us to share a unique perspective on the government shutdown... His first since arriving in Washington, DC (a…

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S24 E74: ''Daemon Protocol'': Exploring the Evil Side of AI 55:23

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Many people believe that computers will one day take over the world... But would we even know if it was happening, or would the AI be so subtle as to go unnoticed until it was too late? That's the premise of the thrilling - and unnerving - new novel ''Daemon Protocol'' (at 12:26) --- The PSAT/NMSQT is offered to high school students during the mont…

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S24 E73: The 'Oklahoma City Declaration' 49:46

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In the wake of a growing and very real threat of political violence in America, Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn has signed her name to the 'Oklahoma City Declaration' with many of her peers through the US Conference of Mayors (at 12:40) --- They often do their work while no one else is around, and we don't even notice the job they've done. But you wo…

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S24 E72: Domestic Violence Awareness Month 1:04:44

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month... Open Arms is doing their part, because our community is not immune (at 14:47) --- A shutdown standoff or a shutdown strategy? Congressman Bob Latta shares his thoughts on the negotiations - or lack thereof - to keep the government operating - or not (at 23:38) --- Is it too early to be thinking about …

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S24 E71: Preparedness Month: Expecting the Unexpected 51:21

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As National Preparedness Month draws to a close, one more reminder about the importance of expecting the unexpected and planning for it in advance (at 13:57) --- To Your Health: Parkinson's Disease affects 8.5M people, and that number is expected to double in the next decade and a half... but there is a glaring issue in current medical research - a…

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S24 E70: The Economic Impact of Legal System Abuse 55:53

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We all like to complain about the rising cost of living... but of the many reasons why the prices of the things we buy are constantly going up, one factor is almost never mentioned - What it is and why it matters (at 14:11) --- Students at Millstream Career Center are holding their annual Cornhole for Kids event this week... A benefit for the Child…

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S24 E69: A DHS Human Trafficking Alert 56:25

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Why the US Department of Homeland Security says back-to-school season is an important time to raise awareness and learn to recognize the signs of human trafficking (at 13:15) --- Would you be surprised to learn that the best week of the year to buy a home is actually coming up next month? Here are the best ways to capitalize on that opportunity (at…

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S24 E68: A Gun Issue We Can Agree On 50:55

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Forget about the politics, because it's not an argument about Second Amendment rights... This is the one aspect of preventing gun violence that we all should be able to agree on (at 11:18) --- Longtime Findlay resident Al Abrams was the man behind the scenes who introduced America to 'The Motown Sound'... but there was more than meets the eye to cr…

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S24 E67: What Does the Science Say? 57:13

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Controversial new CDC guidance on everything from vaccinations to acetaminophen use in pregnancy have generated confusion among patients and fierce debate among doctors (at 12:31) --- US News and World Report is out with their annual list of America's best colleges and universities... How have these long-standing and influential rankings been affec…

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S24 E66: National Child Passenger Safety Week 1:02:45

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This is National Child Passenger Safety Week, and the statistics show it's a lifesaver... What parents and caregivers should know about protecting kids every time they’re in the car (at 13:10) --- The state report cards aim to quantify how well schools are educating our kids, but how do students themselves feel? Recent research offers a revealing l…

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S24 E65: ''Confronting Evil'' 51:58

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Best-selling author and conservative commentator Bill O'Reilly discusses his new book... and the tragic twist of fate that now makes the subject seem even more relevant (at 14:13) --- Mental Health Monday: As many as 7-million Americans over the age of 65 suffer from geriatric depression... The unique challenges of diagnosing and treating this ment…

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S24 E64: Parenting in an AI World 1:01:05

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How far should we let our kids go in exploring powerful artificial intelligence technology that even many experts don't yet fully understand? (at 13:48) --- Superintendent Dr. Andy Hatton discusses the latest State Report Card, showing the Findlay City Schools dropped from 4-stars to 3.5-stars... but what does that really mean? (at 24:01) --- HSFB …

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S24 E63: Election Integrity in Ohio 58:12

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What to do about election integrity in the Buckeye State... Should we go back to using only in-person paper ballots to vote? A conversation with Robert Sprague, who is campaigning to be the next Secretary of State - Ohio's top election official (at 13:51) --- The wife of Congressman Bob Latta is being recognized for her cancer awareness and prevent…

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S24 E62: Family Safety and Security for Preparedness Month 49:30

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Crime Prevention Conversations: September is Preparedness Month... In this context, we talk about how that relates to preventing emergencies that would compromise your family's safety and security (at 13:16) --- As Congress debates methods of keeping the government funded past the end of the month, the medical community is sounding the alarm over p…

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S24 E61: The Child Care Cost Crisis 50:13

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Many parents are spending more on child care than on their mortgage or rent - even more than college tuition in most states... What's the answer to this crisis for low- and even moderate-income families? (at 13:53) --- Community and Business Spotlight: The United Way of Hancock County has launched their annual fundraising campaign, and are seeking …

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S24 E60: A Day of Service and Remembrance 54:33

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September 11 has come to be known as a Day of Service... We'll meet a group of young people who have taken that mission to heart... leading an effort to serve those in need within the community in multiple ways (at 10:52) --- Senator Jon Husted offers his take on the government shutdown showdown looming at the end of the month (at 22:05) --- Around…

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S24 E59: The ''Death Clock'' 55:31

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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 13:58) --- Another battle over the federal budget is looming... Congressman Bob Latta shares his thoughts on various proposals that have been floated to avoid …

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S24 E58: The End of EV Tax Credits 55:10

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Federal EV tax credits are now set to expire at the end of this month, far ahead of the original schedule... What will be the impact for those considering the purchase of electric vehicles, and for manufacturers who have invested so heavily in the technology? (at 15:50) --- School supplies aren't the only thing to put a dent in family budgets this …

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S24 E57: From the 'Work Ethic' to the 'Wellness Ethic' 52:34

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How many times have you heard the boss talk about 'doing more with less'? With companies pushing employees harder than ever, it's no wonder there are record levels of burnout. Time to hit the reset button and focus on ''The Wellness Ethic'' (at 14:05) --- September is Disaster Preparedness Month... New research from Allstate and the US Chamber of C…

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S24 E56: Responsible Gaming as NFL Season Begins 57:40

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September is Responsible Gaming Education Month... The fact that it's also NFL kickoff weekend is no coincidence (at 12:48) --- They literally watch your kids grow up - Findlay City Schools bus drivers are seeking to start a scholarship fund for those students... and what better way for the Transportation Department to raise money than by raffling …

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S24 E55: The Impact of Project HOME 55:06

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An update on 'Project HOME' - the low-barrier housing project launched last year through Hancock County ADAMHS and City Mission, with partner support from the Family Resource Center... Is it making a difference? (at 14:20) --- September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month... and trust us, it couldn't come at a better time, with a special incenti…

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S24 E54: A Community Housing Challenge 55:44

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It's been identified time and again as an ongoing challenge in Findlay... Now the Community Foundation is challenging the community to address the issue of housing accessibility and affordability (at 13:25) --- Standing side-by-side with veterans in distress... This week's Silent Watch event in the heart of downtown Findlay is a powerful reminder a…

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S24 E53: Making a Miracle Happen 55:51

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Beyond Baseball... The new Miracle League Fitness Park expansion is coming together, with a call for volunteers to make it happen as a true community project (at 12:42) --- You know you want to know... the editor of the Old Farmer's Almanac joins us to break down the winter season forecast for Northwest Ohio (at 24:19) --- What's Happening: Summer …

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S24 E52: Our Final Day at the Hancock County Fair 59:01

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Our conversation with Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel about his newly-launched fitness challenge for elementary and middle school kids in the state of Ohio... and we’ll also get his take on Saturday’s Buckeyes opener (at 8:43) --- Ohio State vs. Texas is one of the biggest games of the entire college football season... and every great game deserves…

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S24 E51: Senior Day at the Hancock County Fair 50:20

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ON LOCATION at the Hancock County Fair: One thing you see quite a few of at every county fair - elected officials... State Representative Ty Mathews drops by for a visit (at 9:49) --- Something new this year at the fair - the chance to see if any of your family heirlooms or treasured trinkets are actually worth something with an 'Antiques Roadshow'…

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S24 E50: Veterans Day at the Hancock County Fair 52:24

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Back ON LOCATION at the Hancock County Fair... Day 2 is all about saluting those who have served - Hancock County Veterans Service Office executive director Nichole Coleman joins us to talk about all the special things on the schedule (at 9:53) --- For the kids, the OSU Extension STEM Bus returns to the Hancock County Fair today... with over 200 pr…

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S24 E49: Opening Day at the Hancock County Fair! 48:48

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It's opening day of the Hancock County Fair, with plenty of excitement for everyone... We are ON LOCATION with a preview of what's back and what's new for the family to enjoy (at 16:40) --- A tradition with great history... Meet the Junior Fair Royalty who will be presiding over this year's festivities (at 21:44) --- The Hancock County OSU Extensio…

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S24 E48: Analyzing America's Travel Trends 53:53

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Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer travel, but there's never an off-season to get away... new research takes a deep dive into American wanderlust (at 13:54) --- What's Happening: A preview of upcoming events at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts... including this week's Day of Giving (at 23:09) --- Around Town: Before you head to th…

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S24 E47: Is E.T. Coming for a Visit? 56:25

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A mysterious object from deep space has scientists intrigued... Is it just a comet from another galaxy, or something more? (at 13:39) --- Separating religion from faith... Despite the trend of declining church attendance, the vast majority of young adults describe themselves as 'spiritual' (at 22:45) --- HSFB Preview: Meet the key players for the F…

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S24 E46: 'Weathering the Storm' 1:00:11

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The track of Hurricane Erin serves as a reminder that it doesn't take a direct strike for a storm to cause major damage... and Mother Nature usually wins most of those battles (at 12:43) --- Bankrate's latest Wage to Inflation Index shows prices continue to rise faster than paychecks, but the gap is narrowing - at least for now (at 24:41) --- ICYMI…

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S24 E45: OHSAA Commissioner on a New HS Sports Season 52:32

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Other fall sports are already underway, and the high school football season kicks off this weekend... We speak with the Executive Director of the OHSAA about changes to the football playoff structure this year and why it's important to support student athletes in all their endeavors (at 13:43) --- While you're checking off all those boxes on your t…

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S24 E44: Another City Requirement for Final Flood Grant 53:10

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Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn discusses the latest information FEMA is demanding from the city in order to move the flood grant process forward (at 14:26) --- Amazon has announced fresh food delivery is coming to more than a thousand cities, and same-day delivery of virtually all products is being expanded to over 4,000 small towns and rural areas.…

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S24 E43: A Redistricting Fight in Ohio 57:02

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While Texas and California have been making headlines for their shenanigans, redistricting issues that remain unresolved from the last election mean Ohio could be the next battleground in the fight (at 13:01) --- What is the future of artificial intelligence? Is AI really going to take your job away? Who are the people driving this bold new technol…

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S24 E42: ''The Explorer's Guide to Inventing the World'' 57:28

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A conversation with the authors of the latest title in the Atlas Obscura book series... ''The Explorer's Guide to Inventing the World'' is guaranteed to spark your kids' curiosity and imagination (at 14:24) --- Time to get into the school spirit... While football season doesn't kick off for another week yet, other fall interscholastic sports are al…

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S24 E41: Back-to-School Financial Literacy Lessons 54:33

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Why back-to-school time is a great opportunity to build better money habits in your kids... from the author of ''The Financial Anxiety Solution'' (at 13:54) --- Throwback Thursday: From bullying to kids' drama... Advice for parents on dealing with their children's school crises without overreacting or underreacting (at 21:52) --- Around Town: Not r…

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S24 E40: Back-to-School Safety 54:37

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Because back-to-school safety should be a priority... We have some timely reminders for students, for families and for the rest of us too (at 12:17) --- Need a new computer for back-to-school? Second-hand tech can be a real bargain, but there are some caveats... The experts at CNET have advice on shopping smart for refurbished devices (at 20:58) --…

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S24 E39: Getting Ready for the First Day of School 52:55

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Where did summer go? Findlay City Schools teachers and staff are already back in the classroom preparing for a new year to start this week (at 12:57) --- Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way students engage with learning... and the ways in which schools are able to engage students and families (at 23:43) --- To Your Health: A new nationa…

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S24 E38: Expanding Our Economic Development Vision 56:33

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Hancock County Economic Development is collaborating with their counterparts in Allen, Hardin, Putnam and Van Wert counties to create a comprehensive strategy for the entire region... and they're looking for community input to help shape that policy (at 13:43) --- Good Mornings Flashback: Setting foot on the moon was man's crowning achievement, but…

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S24 E37: Ohio's Sales Tax Holiday is Here 59:38

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Ohio's extended and expanded Sales Tax Holiday begins today... We have the details to help you make the most of it, because it's far more than just school supplies that qualify (at 13:00) --- Area students will begin heading back to class in less than two weeks... Here's some terrific tech for back-to-school season (at 20:31) --- ICYMI: It's hard t…

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S24 E36: Senator Husted on OB3 58:19

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Senator Jon Husted has been among the loudest voices of support for the president's tax and spending package... highlighting its benefits as part of the early campaign in next year's special election to retain his seat (at 14:41) --- ''Disease Knows No Politics'' - It's an easy statement to agree with, but not always easy to achieve... Former NIH d…

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S24 E35: When Will the Fed Lower Interest Rates? 1:01:12

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Despite pressure from the White House, the Federal Reserve is not expected to lower interest rates this week... What signs are they waiting for to know when it's time? (at 20:51) --- Plant Tulips, Grow Hope... The annual tulip bulb sale from the Hancock County Parkinson's Network is underway, because it's never too early to think about next spring …