WBEX-AM Podcast

Unioto High School Principal Jim Osborne is retiring after 16 years at the school. He shared with listeners plans for a new gymnasium for the high school plus a levy for the coming election.

Nancy Ames and Carrie Long of the Adena Women's Board talk about their Giving Hearts Dance on February 11th at the PACCAR Center.

Ross Co. Sheriff George Lavender & Chief Deputy TJ Hollis talk about the reasoning for renovation to the Ross County Law Enforcement Complex.

Rami Yoakum, Information Director for the Ross County Health District gives the latest on the status of the District following the recent changes.

Julie DeCamp, CEO of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of South Central Ohio says January is mentoring month. The agency continues to recruit those interested in becoming a Big, if only as a Big for a Day.

Bev Riley and Ted Fickisen of the Pump House Center for the Arts share details about upcoming events. They say their funding drive continues for the Pump House expansion.

Allen Elementary Principal Joanna Bradley talks about the recent Career Day held for students. Allen is joining forces with other CCSD schools for April's March of Dimes March For Babies, too.

Kevin Carr of www. FatGuysAtTheMovies.com gives insight into "XXX: The Return of Xander Cage", "Split" and "The Founder".

On the January OSU Extension Update with Chris Bruynis, we learn about farm profitability and an upcoming grain marketing course. For more details call 740-702-3200.

Ross County Y CEO Steve Clever talks about the Y's annual meeting, the January Membsership special, Family Fit program and more. Visit www.rosscountyymca.org for more details.

Ross County Commissioners Doug Corcoran, Steve Neal and Dwight Garrett visited the studios to discuss issues facing the Commission for the rest of 2017. From the budget and helping the Ross County Health District to the Law Enforcement Complex improvements to expansion of the Ross County Service Center and adding a new face (Garrett) following 40 years of service by Jim Caldwell.

Calvary Lutheran Church's Annual Souper Bowl to benefit the Good Samaritan Food Pantry is Saturday January 21st at 6pm at the church. Janis Lane and Melody Knoles share details.

Kevin Carr of FatGuysATheMovies.com looks at "Patriot's Day", "Silence", "Live By Night", "Sleepless", "The Bye Bye Man" and "Monster Trucks".

Ohio Higher Ed Chancellor John Carey and Dean Martin Tuck of OU Chillicothe talk about the advantages of College Credit Plus for college eligible high school students. Chancellor Carey says more than 52,000 students have enrolled at a savings of more than $110 million in tuition savings to Ohio families. Dean Tuck adds the program has great advantanges for both local high school students who don't...

Alicia Gray is the Chillicothe Education Association Director for CCSD. She talks about the contract approved for the next three years and life in the classroom as a Spanish Teacher. Gray also noted due to retirements the last few years, the CCSD needs to begin recruiting minority faculty members to meet the needs of relating with the student diverse population.

Born and raised in Ross County, Louis Adams left for military service in the early 1960s. He found his way to Morocco where he directed members of the newly formed Peace Corps. Learn more and even purchase the book here: http://authorwebservices-gem.net/AuthorHouse/273217/

Debbie Nunziato shares details on events for the month of January at the Chillicothe-Ross County Public Library and its eight branches. Note: All branches will be closed Monday January 16, 2017 to observe Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Chillicothe Mayor Luke Feeney and Dan Ramey discuss topics addressed during the Chillicothe City Council Meeting on January 9th.

OUC's Holli Nelson & Ann Holmes say the University welcomes Thiossane Institute to Chillicothe Feb. 24 at Bennett Hall Auditorium for West African Dance and Rums Performance. The event is free and is sponsored by the OUC Cultural Committee. Learn more at 740-774-7200 for the Dean's Office.

Ross County 4H Extension Educator Katie Feldhues says 30 Ross County kids represented the Jr. Fair Board at a state conference over the weekend. And two 4hers get to go to Washington D.C. for Inauguration Day. Learn more at www.ross.osu.edu and search 4H Youth Development.

Ohio State Patrol Chillicothe Post Commander Lt. Tim Karwatzke talks about winter safety and driving tips and also says the OSP is keeping an eye out for human trafficking on Ohio's roadways.

Glenda Cornett of the Chillicothe Fire Department & Jhan Corzine of the Scioto Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross talk about free smoke detector installation and the Senior Home Information Program (SHIP) program. To learn more about the smoke detector program, call the Red Cross 740-772-2014 and for SHIP 740-773-2212 Extension 114

Kevin Carr of www. FatGuysAtTheMovies.com looks at "Underworld: Blood Wars", "Hidden Figures" and "A Monster Calls".

Huntington MS Principal Alice Kellough and Career & Tech Teacher Chad Barrows talk about the new program at HMS. It's designed to help students plan for their career futures.

Jenn Thomas, Executive Director of the Ross County Humane Society gives an update on the latest happenings with the Society. Thomas says she's available to visit with civic groups to share the RCHS's message. She also says there's a program to help those on assistance to get free dog food for their furry friend. Learn more at www.rosscountyhumanesociety.org .