Dusty Sonnenberg from the Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net spoke to the Bowling Green Kiwanis Club – Ohio Thursday about the many challenges that farmers are facing in 2026.
Brian Swope, Project Mgr. Rudolph Libbe – BG High School Construction Update
Clint chats with project manager Brian Swope from Rudolph Libbe Friday morning to learn about the progress on the new High School now under construction for Bowling Green City Schools, Ohio.
Jim Witter, Program Manager – Wood County Park District
Clint chats with Jim Witter from the Wood County Park District about the maintenance going on now at the Slippery Elm Trail and the resurfacing project for the entire trail that will happen this spring. The main purpose of this visit though was to preview this weekend’s “Wild Lights” FREE Family event happening at the W. W. Knight Nature Preserve this Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from 5-8.
Rachel Aescliman, Deputy Health Comm. and Katlin Medjesky, Health Dept Community Outreach – WC Health Dept
Wood County continues to be in the ‘High” category for respiratory illness, Clint asks Wood County Health Department Deputy Health Commissioner Rachel Aescliman to join Katlin Medjesky, Health Department Community Outreach Coordinator, to talk about current illness trends and vaccinations.
Dr. Carrie Hamady, Chair of the Dept. of Public & Allied Health – BGSU College of HHS
Clint chats with Dr. Carrie Hamady, chair of the Department of Public and Allied Health in the BGSU College of Health and Human Services, about the nutritious ways we can care for ourselves and others to prevent illness overall or help lessen its effects.
Dr Nancy Orel, Board Pres. and Alisa Nenadovich, Exec. Dir. – Wood County Comm. on Aging
Clint chats with new Board President, Dr. Nancy Orel, plus Executive Director Alisha Nenadovich after the board unanimously voted to ask the Wood County Commissioners to place a renewal of the existing 1% property tax levy on the ballot in November for operating expenses. According to Orel the 1-mill levy makes up 73% of the annual budget for the eight senior centers in the county, for the meals delivered to seniors’ homes across the county, and for various programming to serve Wood County seniors. Orel said that Federal funding covers just 7% of the budget.
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Update from Lt. Ryan Tackett – BGPD
Clint visits Bowling Green, OH Police Division to ask about the pedestrian vs vehicle incident reported this afternoon and it turns out it was a FALSE report. In the meantime, drivers should always use caution near crosswalks.
Pam Conlin, Retired VP of Univ. Advancement & Pres./CEO – BGSU Foundation
During her chat with Clint, Pam Conlin shares it had been an absolute “honor and privilege”‘ to serve Bowling Green State University for the past nearly eight years. Pam, the former Vice President of University Advancement and President & CEO of BGSU Foundation, Inc. stops in for a visit after spending her last day in that role last Friday. She reflects on her team’s accomplishments in bringing millions of dollars in scholarships to support thousands of students achieve their dreams of a college education.
Dr. Ted Haselman, Superintendent – Bowling Green City Schools
During Clint’s visit Wednesday morning with Bowling Green City Schools, Ohio Superintendent Dr. Ted Haselman he mentions January is school board recognition month and wants to honor the January staff member of the month, Jody Flick, for her 24 years of service to the district.
Hallie Williams, Exec Dir-Downtown Bowling Green SID and Rechelle Bischoff, Dietician at BGSU
Clint chats with Hallie Williams, the Executive Director of the Downtown Bowling Green SID, for her first visit of 2026 and then segues into a conversation with Rechelle Bischoff, campus dietician at Bowling Green State University.
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Brandon, Lori and Kim, Activities Dir. – BG Manor
In celebration of “Activity Professionals Month” Lori and Brandon from Bowling Green Manor invited their Activities Director Kim to join Clint on this morning’s show. Listen to our conversation about the importance and diversity of the activities that both residents and therapy patients are enjoying every day at BG Manor.
Terry Burton and Dennis Williams, Head Coach – BGSU Hockey
BGSU Hockey closed out the weekend series sweep at Ferris State with 2 strong, complete performances, skating to a 3-1 victory Friday and a 5-1 victory Saturday at Ewigleben Ice Arena picking up six CCHA standings points in the process!
Clint chats with Hockey “expert” Terry Burton during this week’s conversation with Head Coach Dennis Williams.
Dr. Nicole Kalaf-Hughes, Assoc. Prof. of Political Science – BGSU
Clint chats with Dr. Nicole Kalaf-Hughes, associate professor of political science at Bowling Green State University, focusing on the latest developments in Venezuela and the impact of the Trump administration’s efforts at regime change on the region.
Judge Matthew Reger, Wood County Common Pleas provides a message for 2026, America’s 250th
The City of Bowling Green, Ohio officially kicked off the local celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary Thursday by collaborating with Wood County officials in hosting a community celebration on Thursday night in the Atrium of the Wood County District Public Library.
Hear Matthew Reger, Wood County Common Pleas Judge’s message for the year.
A Heartfelt send off for retiring BGSU Pam Conlin
A reception was held Thursday at Bowling Green State University for Pam Conlin, former Vice President of University Advancement and President and CEO of the BGSU Foundation, who is retiring after 7 years in the position.
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Brittney Emmons, Head Coach of BGSU Gymnastics prepares for season opening.
Brittney Emmons, Head Coach of BGSU Gymnastics took some time to catch up with us. The team prepares for their season opening match against Eastern Michigan at the Stroh Center Sunday at 2 PM.
Fritz Kunz – Maumee Valley Gun Collectors Show this weekend.
A great conversation with Fritz Kunz about this weekend’s Maumee Valley gun Collectors Association Show at the Pratt Pavilion.
Zach Migura, Executive Director of Wood County Veterans Service Office talks Veterans Jam
Zach Migura, Executive Director of the Wood County Veterans Service Office, demonstrated to the Wood County Commissioners how veterans’ “jam sessions” are helping local veterans learn guitar while building a strong support network. He also highlighted current and upcoming outreach programs serving Wood County’s veteran community in his quarterly report.
Rossford Schools Dr.Nick Neiderhouse, WCESC Michelle von Lehmden and Suzanne Eames talk diversion and prevention programs
Rossford Schools are seeing big results from new initiatives this year.Jr.–Sr. High School Principal Dr. Nick Neiderhouse shared how a new smart pass system and Yonder pouches for student devices are already making a dramatic impact on tardiness and absenteeism, helping students stay focused and engaged throughout the school day. Also joining this interview were Michelle von Lehmden and Suzanne Eames with Wood County Educational Service Center. Both shared details on the diversion and prevention programs ongoing in the districts across Wood County.
Todd Simon,Head Coach BGSU Men’s Basketball – Guest Madi Lee
Clint chats with BGSU Men’s Basketball coach Todd Simon reviewing Kent State tonight and previewing nationally televised game Friday at home against Akron. Great to have former Wood County Junior Fair Queen Madi Lee join to help with my interview of Coach Simon.