The Feuding Fathers
Posted Wednesday, June 30
Join us for an early jump on the Independence Day celebration with a look back at the way things really were and comparing it to the political rancour of today
Bargain Hunting 21st Century-Style
Posted Tuesday, June 29
Advice on finding bargains on the Internet, in social media and the Sunday newspaper
The Small Business Credit Crunch
Posted Monday, June 28
Small business is supposed to be the engine that gets us out of the recession, but what if banks won't give them cash?
Reporters’ Roundtable
Posted Friday, June 25
Reporters from across the region round up the week's news.
Are Electronic Medical Records Really Better?
Posted Thursday, June 24
A look at the potential and the potential pitfalls of electronic medical records.
Going Global
Posted Wednesday, June 23
A discussion about exporting and the opportunites for Ohio
Allergy 101
Posted Tuesday, June 22
A primer on the causes and treatment of allergies, which afflict up to 50-million Americans.
The Double Dip Incentive
Posted Monday, June 21
The incentives for school superintendents to double dip and the costs to tax payers
Reporters’ Roundtable--of Bike Paths and Children Services
Posted Friday, June 18
A panel of journalists looks at the week's top stories.
Energy and Risk
Posted Thursday, June 17
the science, technology, and risks of drilling for natural gas
Matters of Estate
Posted Wednesday, June 16
We tackle two bugaboos about estate planning: this current estate tax anomaly, and the way in which qualifying for medicaid has changed the game of growing old.
Prioritizing the Power of the Pedal
Posted Tuesday, June 15
A conversation about what the Dept. of Transportation's new priorities could mean for Ohio, plus, an update on the Towpath Trail.
Science Cafe: Illegal Drug Markets
Posted Monday, June 14
Dan Moulthrop and guests take up a scientific examination of the economy and the culture of illegal drug markets.
Reporters’ Roundtable
Posted Friday, June 11
The weekly reporters' round table takes on the state budget deficit committe, speeding tickets, and relief efforts in Millbury.
Who Should Stand for Ohio?
Posted Thursday, June 10
A Buckeye State history lesson and look back at the Ohio's greatest sons and daughters.
Health-Tech Corridor
Posted Wednesday, June 9
Discussion about the Health-Tech Corridor and why it will be successful while other growth efforts have sputtered
May Levy Failures Bring June Layoffs at Schools
Posted Tuesday, June 8
Discussion about what happens after tax levies fail and how schools plan to combat such shortcomings to remain succesful.
Grappling with Long Term Unemployment
Posted Sunday, June 6
We go behind all the numbers to look at the real implications of long term widespread unemployment in Ohio and across the nation.
Reporters Roundtable
Posted Friday, June 4
Reporters from across the region round up the week's news: casino, green energy, corruption probe, political race, and animal cruelty
How Strong is that Safety Net?
Posted Thursday, June 3
As more and more Ohioans are relying on the health care safety net, we evaluate how well that net is holding up.
Schools that Shine
Posted Wednesday, June 2
A discussion about urban schools that find success despite the uncompromising circumstances.
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