Brady Hitchcock, a 23-year-old Sandusky paramedic, shares the defining moment that pushed him toward a new calling as a firefighter. Hear his journey from performing life-saving CPR to enrolling in the fire academy, and discover what inspires him to serve his community.

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Brady Hitchcock, a 23-year-old Sandusky paramedic, shares the defining moment that pushed him toward a new calling as a firefighter. Hear his journey from performing life-saving CPR to enrolling in the fire academy, and discover what inspires him to serve his community.
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Brady Hitchcock’s Leap from Paramedic to Firefighting

Today – Mansfield has a new 2026 budget, but city leaders are warning that possible state tax changes could make an already tight financial picture even harder to manage.

Today &ndash; Mansfield has a new 2026 budget, but city leaders are warning that possible state tax changes could make an already tight financial picture even harder to manage.

Mansfield passes its 2026 budget as leaders brace for possible state tax changes

In this episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James open with a look at the state wrestling scene and Mansfield Senior’s regional semifinal loss before welcoming Hillsdale sophomore point guard Lowen Ferguson into the studio fresh off a thrilling regional final win. Ferguson breaks down the chaotic fourth quarter against Heartland and how the Falcons executed under pressure to earn their ticket to state. He also reflects on the unique experience of playing for his father as head coach and the expectations that accompany it. Looking ahead, Ferguson shares Hillsdale’s mindset heading into the state semifinals and what it would mean to finish the journey with a championship.
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Intro and outro music is "Story of the Sunflower Samurai" by local artist Vaundoom. 

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In this episode of Inside the Lines, Curt Conrad and Effie James open with a look at the state wrestling scene and Mansfield Senior&rsquo;s regional semifinal loss before welcoming Hillsdale sophomore point guard Lowen Ferguson into the studio fresh off a thrilling regional final win. Ferguson breaks down the chaotic fourth quarter against Heartland and how the Falcons executed under pressure to earn their ticket to state. He also reflects on the unique experience of playing for his father as head coach and the expectations that accompany it. Looking ahead, Ferguson shares Hillsdale&rsquo;s mindset heading into the state semifinals and what it would mean to finish the journey with a championship. This episode is brought to you by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.grahamautomall.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.grahamautomall.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1773895787487000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2ahmsSBOjzwIQIGZJWVvuC">Graham Auto Mall</a>.&nbsp;
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Inside the Lines: Hillsdale's run to state with point guard Lowen Ferguson

Buc-ee’s may be headed to Mansfield, and city leaders say the proposed travel center could reshape how the region is seen by travelers, employers and developers alike.

Buc-ee&rsquo;s may be headed to Mansfield, and city leaders say the proposed travel center could reshape how the region is seen by travelers, employers and developers alike.

Brady Hitchcock’s Leap from Paramedic to Firefighting

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