Clint’s “Know your City” segment this morning with Director of Public Infrastructure and Utilities for the City of Bowling Green, Ohio, Brian O’Connell, who shares a wide-ranging year-end discussion about everything from new Capital project coming in 2026 to potential rate increases for services in the new year.
Sara, Providers Relations, Chris Storrs, CEO Assured Health, Jacob B, DSP – Wood Lane WCBDD
Sara from the Providers Relations department at Wood Lane – Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities brings three special guests with her for a visit with Clint. We hear from Chris Storrs, CEO of this quarters featured provider Assured Health plus Jacob Barrett, DSP and Kristi Merrill; Chris said “Every flower blooms at a different pace”
Michelle Raine, Deputy Director – WC District Public Library
Wood County District Public Library staff chat with Clint in a segment we’re calling “Fun with Michelle”! Friday morning visits with the wonderful staff including Deputy Director Michelle Raine are always fun. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Dale Minyo, Announcer – Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net
Clint shares an update, Dale Minyo from the Ohio’s Country Journal and Ohio Ag Net announced he would be stepping away from the microphone saying -“After more than 30 years of sharing farm news across Ohio, it’s time for me to share some personal news. At the end of 2025, I’ll hang up my microphone and step away from the only career I’ve known.” The Morning Show BG is proud to carry the Ohio Ag Network report daily at 7:50.
Sam Challu, BGHS Grad – Freshman at Brown University
18-year-old Sam Challu, a 2025 graduate of Bowling Green High School and now a Freshman at Brown University, shared his story with Clint this morning of being on campus last Saturday. Sam and Clint talk about his journey from being an outstanding student at BGHS that received scholarship offers from several colleges around the country.
Tyler Briggs, Asst Dir of HPP, and Kathy Teeple, Public Health Nurse – WC Health Department
Wood County Health Department Tyler Briggs, Assistant Director of HPP, and Kathy Teeple, Public Health Nurse, join Clint in the studio to talk about immunizations and how to stay healthy this season.
Ben Waddington, Owner – Waddington Jewelers
Clint chats with Ben Waddington of Waddington Jewelers for a friendly reminder- there are only 6 MORE SHOPPING DAYS before Christmas! Ben thanks the community for a tremendous 2025 (Ben & Jen’s 20th Anniversary for the store) and wishes everyone a Happy Holidays.
Lane Montz, President,CEO – Better Business Bureau® and BBB Ethics Foundation, Inc.
The top “12 Scams of Christmas” was on the mind of Lane Montz, President│CEO of the Better Business Bureau® and Better Business Bureau Ethics Foundation, Inc., when he drops in for a visit. Listen to Clint’s discussion with Lane about everything from Fake charities to temporary holiday jobs and fake toll collection texts.
Rachael Phipps, 3rd Ward council member and Greg Robinette, At-Large councilman – BG City Council
Clint chats briefly with the 2 outgoing members of Bowling Green City Council after Monday night’s meeting. Listen for thoughts from 3rd ward council member Rachael Phipps and At-Large councilman Greg Robinette about their many years of public service.
Rachael Phipps
Greg Robinette
Andrew Kalmar, Asst. Director – WC Park District Board
The Wood County Park District Board approved another 19 Local park improvement grants totaling $100,000 be awarded in 2026 at their recent monthly meeting. WC Parks Assistant Director Andrew Kalmar explains to Clint.
Armani Ponder-Keith, (Judith, u/s Juliet) – And Juliet at the Stranahan Theater
Clint chats with Armani Ponder-Keith (Judith, u/s Juliet) on The Morning Show BG! Clint talks with Armani about her recent graduation from college right here in Northwest Ohio and landing this terrific role in the Broadway production of And Juliet Broadway opening tonight and running this weekend at The Stranahan Theater!
Pastor Robin Small, St. Marks Lutheran Church and Pastor Jeff Schooley, First Presbyterian Church -Blue Christmas worship
Pastor Robin Small from St. Marks Lutheran Church and Jeff Schooley from First Presbyterian Church in Bowling Green stop in to share details about how the Bowling Green Ministerial Association (BGMA) Blue Christmas worship service is to be held on Wednesday, December 17th. Listen to their chat with Clint.
Sheri Stoll, CFO and VP for Finance and Administration – Bowling Green State University
Sheri Stoll was honored at the Saturday Commencement ceremonies for her 18 years of service to Bowling Green State University, most recently as the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for Finance and Administration. Ms. Stoll is retiring after nearly 30 years in Public Education in the State of Ohio.
Pres. Rogers’ comments
Stan Korducki, President/CEO – Wood County Hospital
As 2025 comes to a close, Clint visits with the President/CEO of the Wood County Hospital, Stan Korducki, who shares new physicians are joining the team, some long-time members are retiring and, in the spirit of the season, we talked cookies!!
Chris Berger, Petroleum Sales Specialist – Legacy Farmers Cooperative
Chris Berger from Legacy Farmers Cooperative joins Clint to share that it is near that time of year that growers and commercial customers will soon be performing winter maintenance on their fleets.
Bowling Green Area Community Band – Joyous Sounds Concert Dec 14th
Listen to Clint’s chat with Brian Bushong and Conductor Catherine Lewis of the BGACB group leading up to the Joyous Sounds Concert this weekend!
Charese Botjer,Communications & Comm.Engagement Mgr – WC Board of Developmental Disabilities
Listen to Clint’s interview with Charese Botjer of Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities for news of Donuts with Santa, newly opened respite homes and future open houses.
Jessie Walton – Summers, Community Communications Spec – WC Park District
BIG events happening this weekend for the Wood County Park District!Listen to Clint’s chat with Jessie Walton – Summers who shares news about the Wood County Park District and Arlyns Good Beer collaborating for a Parks Trivia Night on Dec 12th!
Lindsey Ruivivar, CEO, and Merrilee Ewing-Beckley, Dental Assistant – WC Community Health Center
The purpose of the Center for Inclusive Dentistry program is to increase access to dental care for persons with disabilities. This program is a reality according to Lindsey Ruivivar, the Wood County Community Health Center CEO, and Merrilee Ewing-Beckley, Dental Assistant, who join Clint to share an update about this amazing program being offered at the health center.
Mark Shamp and Chad Smith – Angels in Arms
Mark Shamp and Chad Smith are key figures in the organization Angels in Arms, which supports local veterans, law enforcement, and first responders. Mark Shamp, a U.S. Navy veteran and resident of Bowling Green, founded Angels in Arms in 2020 to fill a gap in providing assistance to local veterans and their families. Listen to their chat with Clint.