Columbus Concerns

Columbus Concerns focuses on the non-profit Interscholastic Equestrian Association which gives children of all economic means a chance to participate in equestrian sports.

Ohio Children's Trust Fund Executive Director Lindsay Williams talks about Children's Mental Health Awareness Month and the programs funded by the Trust Fund to help the state's parents.

Columbus Concerns host Mark Nuce talks with Maryanne Crist with the Midland Theatre in Newark about the history of the landmark and this year's arts presentations.

Local lacrosse coach Matt Triplett talks about a bill before the General Assembly to require high school coaches to complete mental health training to help spot suicide risks among their student-athletes.

Ann Hurst from Open Arms Counseling talks about anxiety and depression during the age of COVID.

Ahead of Veterans Day, we talk with the Director of the Franklin County Veterans Service Commission Buck Bramlish about resources for veterans in central Ohio

On this week's Columbus Concerns, Mark Nuce interviews Patty Olmsted from the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission on their "Gohio Commute" program to help central Ohioans find new ways to work through public transportation and ride sharing.

Officials from the City of Columbus and Franklin County talk about the stay at home advisory issued to stop the spread of COVID-19 over the Thanksgiving holiday and beyond. Guests: Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther, Franklin County Commissioner John O'Grady, City Health Commissioner Dr. Myshika Roberts and County Health Commissioner Joe Mazzola.

The State of Ohio is considering closing bars, restaurants and fitness centers again as COVID cases surge again.

Kroger Pharmacy manager Doc Lamberjack talks about the importance of getting the flu vaccine.

Governor Mike DeWine and infectious disease expert Dr. Rick Lofgren discuss the state of the COVID-19 pandemic in Ohio

Governor Mike DeWine and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie talks about the importance of wearing masks as Ohio hits record COVID-19 case numbers.

Governor DeWine went on a speaking tour of Ohio on Friday(10/9) to implore Ohioans to take COVID-19 precautions amid a record spike in cases.

Ohioans have been living with COVID-19 for six months. Governor DeWine gives an update on the outbreak and what colleges and universities are doing to deal with the pandemic.

Columbus City Schools Superintendent Dr, Talisa Dixon, Mayor Ginther, Health Commissioner Dr. Myshika Roberts and City Council President Shannon Hardin talk about the decision to open school online because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ohio State Athletic Director Gene Smith talks about the Big Ten decision to play a conference-only schedule this year. And, Gov. DeWine on guidelines for restarting colleges and universities.

Governor DeWine makes a statement on racism and police brutality while--at the same time--denouncing the violence and vandalism of protesters in downtown Columbus.

Governor DeWine announces the reopening of restaurants and personal services businesses in Ohio along with his restaurant committee chair Treva Brewer and personal services chair Debbie Penzone.

Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther and the city health commissioner Dr. Mysheika Roberts talk about plans to slowly reopen businesses in the city during the COVID-19 pandemic

An Update on Covid 19 on the National Scene and the Latest on Efforts to Increase Testing in Ohio

Federal and state leaders outline plans for a gradual reopening of the country during the COVID-19 pandemic. Remarks from Dr. Anthony Fauci, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted.

Guest Aaron Sellers with the Franklin County Board of Elections talks about absentee voting for the new April 28th primary election date. Also, Job and Family Services Director Kim Hall on the delay in getting jobless benefits to unemployed Ohioans.

An update on the COVID-19 pandemic response in Ohio from Ohio Adjutant General Maj. Gen John Harris and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted.

An update on the COVID-19 outbreak in Ohio with Governor Mike DeWine, Dr. Amy Acton from the Ohio Department of Health and Lt. Governor Jon Husted

WMNI's Mark Nuce talks with Chuck Gehring with Lifecare Alliance on the need for more Meals on Wheels drivers in central Ohio during the COVID-19 outbreak.