David Maurer, Bowling Green Community Foundation

It’s been just a month since the Bowling Green Community Foundation put out the call for at a Bowling Green City Council meeting for artists of any age group and of any ability level to contribute to an America 250 Liberty Tree Mural Mosaic.
Fast forward to this morning and David Maurer told Clint that if you want to be a part of this “community connection” project don’t delay, roughly 75% of the 600 tiles have been painted!

Wood County Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn and Wood County Prosecutor Paul Dobson

Throughout July and August, Wood County’s Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn and Prosecuting Attorney Paul Dobson have been presenting “Frauds and Scams: Spot Them and Stop Them” at the Wood County senior centers.
Both Sheriff Wasylyshyn and Prosecutor Dobson visited the studio Thursday morning and told Clint “The internet world of social media, AI, and other new technologies create potential for amazing advancements in all areas of our lives, from communication to medicine. However, they also pose dangers for the unwary. Fraudsters and thieves are constantly looking for new ways to separate innocent citizens from their money or personal information.”
Clint was told “anyone can fall victim to an online, text, or telephone scam. Scammers can be tricky and intimidating. Learning their methods and angles will help you avoid turning over your money or private information to a bad actor.”

Rachel Aeschliman, Interim Wood County Health Commissioner

According to Rachel Aeschliman, Interim Health Commissioner for the Wood County Health Department, the number of confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite has now risen to over 200 in Wood County!
According to the Health Department, “At this time, no specific food item or source has been confirmed. Because Cyclospora is most commonly associated with fresh produce, the health department continues to encourage residents to practice safe food handling at home.”

Rick Rettig, Perrysburg City Council

Rick Rettig is challenging the incumbent, State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari, and Clint had the opportunity to get to know the long time educator on Wednesday’s show. Their conversation ranged from the candidates 33 years as a high school educator, why Mr. Rettig is running, what his priorities are and how folks can find out more about him and his campaign.

Sara Hackler, The Victory Center

A Cancer Care Nurse Navigator for the Wood County Hospital. Sara Hackler, reached out to Clint to see if she could stop by and share her personal story as a cancer survivor and how she is now raising money for her “Over the Edge” campaign for The Victory Center in Toledo. On either September 4th or 5th depending on available time slots Sara will be repelling down a 16-story building in Toledo. All the money she raises will stay local to help with activities for cancer patients.

Kerrie Turner, Assoc. AD – BGSU Student Athlete Services

Announcements by Bowling Green State University Vice President for Athletics Strategy Derek van der Merwe, include news that Kerrie Turner would be promoted to Associate AD for Student-Athlete Services at Bowling Green. Now entering her 20th year at BGSU, Turner transitioned into student-athlete services as an Assistant AD in July 2024 after serving as the head gymnastics coach at Bowling Green for 17 seasons. Clint interviews Kerrie to learn more of her news.

Zach Migura, Exec. Dir. – Wood County Veterans Service Office

Zach Migura, Executive Director of the Wood County Veterans Service Office, shared his quarterly report to the Wood County Commissioners Thursday. Clint talked with him afterward, to learn about the over $800,000 in VA benefits that have been awarded this calendar year to our Wood County veterans, plus they talked about social support and the office’s plans for the Wood County Fair.

Tyler Briggs, Asst Dir of Health Promotion and Prevention – WC Health Dept

Wood County Health Department (WCHD) is investigating an increase in confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis. Clint chats with Wood County Health Department Assistant Director of Health Promotion and Prevention, Tyler Briggs, who told us typically they would see 2 cases of Cyclosporiasis a year, quite an increase this year.

Dr. Ted Haselman, Superintendent, BG City Schools and State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari – Public School Funding updates

Clint shares his regular bi-monthly update from Bowling Green City Schools, Ohio Superintendent Dr. Ted Haselman. Joining as in-studio guest, State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari so discussion naturally went from a district update to an update on public school funding from the State of Ohio.

Alisha Nenadovich, Dir. and Lisa Myers – Wood County Committee On Aging

After covering the regular monthly meeting of the Wood County Committee On Aging Governing Board, Clint chats with WCCOA Director Alisha Nenadovich for an update as we head into Wood County Fair season and Lisa Myers who gave us details on Social Services including the home repair programs.
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Dr. Rogers – BGSU President, State Rep. Haraz N. Ghanbari and Ohio State Patrol Lt. Nihiser – OSHP pathway

Clint chats with Dr. Rodney K. Rogers – BGSU President and State Representative Haraz N. Ghanbari as well as @Ohio State Patrol Lt. Nihiser to discuss details about BGSU and the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) entering into a new agreement to offer qualifying troopers and cadets a streamlined pathway to earning a college degree.