Columbus Concerns

The President and CEO of Prevent Blindness Ohio talks about the programs and activities of the organization and its mission to protect the eyesite of Ohioans of all ages.

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine proposes a two year, $218 billion budget for the State of Ohio that includes child tax credits and mandatory driver's education for teens and adults.

The CEO of Lifecare Alliance talks about the central Ohio Meals on Wheels program and how volunteers can help local residents get the food they need.

The Ohio Fire Marshal Festival will be on September 14th, 2024, and will focus on fire safety and fun games and exhibits for kids and adults.  Guest: Ken Knouda from the State Fire Marshal's Office.

Two representatives from the Delaware County Veterans Services Commission talk about the replica of the Vietnam Memorial known as "The Wall That Heals" which is coming to Delaware in September.

Director Chanda Wingo and Assistant Director Caroline Rankin of Franklin County Office on Aging talk about World Elder Abuse Awareness Month and what resources are available to Franklin County residents.

On this Memorial Day weekend, representatives from Veterans Service Commissions in Franklin and Delaware Counties discuss programs and services that are available to veterans and their families.

News Director Mark Nuce interviews Derek Longmeier, Executive Director of the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio on March Madness betting and the future of gaming in Ohio.

Host Mark Nuce talks with Reilly Wright with the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association about organic farming in Ohio and other food issues as the organization's annual conference takes place in Newark.

A local business, Hetter Heating and Cooling, is teaming up with the Veterans Administration to help homeless vets in the Central Ohio area

Brian Gallagher with Delaware County Veteran Services talks about programs and help available to veterans in Delaware County and around Ohio

Two representatives of the JDRF of Southern and Central Ohio talk about Type-1 Diabetes and how the JDRF is funding research and innovations that impact the life of those living with the disease. Guests: Meggie Giancola and Kristy Emch-Roby

Columbus Concerns host, Mark Nuce, interview the three authors of a book entitled "Cooking Through Columbus: The Ultimate Guide to Eating Through Columbus

McKayla Elliott of the Alcohol, Drugs and Mental Health Board of Franklin County talks about the 'NaloxBox' program designed to save lives in an overdose situation

Employment expert Dr. Carol Ventresca talks about how older workers can find jobs and the value of those who are 50+ in the workplace.

A representative from SWACO--Hanna Greer-Brown-- talks about how to save food and keep discarded items out of the local landfill.

First Responders' Bridge Executive Director Mick Yinger talks about the group's work to help first responders deal with stress and mental health issues.

Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission Executive Director William Murdock talks about the long term planning for central Ohio's economic growth through the year 2050 and beyond.

Derek Longmeier from the Problem Gambling Network of Ohio and Amanda Blackford of the Ohio Casino Control Commission talk about the first days of legal sports betting in Ohio and resources for problem gamblers.

Mark Nuce talks with Lori Gum with the Parkinson's Foundation in central Ohio about the services that are offered to those dealing with the disease

The Director of the Franklin County Veterans Service Commission Buck Bramlish talks about services in our community for vets and their families.

Phil Washburn, President and CEO of the Furniture Bank of Central Ohio talks about opportunities to donate used furniture to the needy of the Columbus area.

Chuck Gehering from Lifecare Alliance in Columbus talks about the Meals on Wheels program and the need for more volunteer drivers.

Michelle Vargas, Director of the Franklin County Suicide Prevention Coalition, talks about resources available in Central Ohio to help prevent suicides.

This week, Tom Thompson talks about The Refuge, a faith-based, non-profit addiction recovery program in central Ohio.