News Man Weekly: Miss Ohio Contender Cassandra Kurek; Downtown Housing; Cannabis Revenue and more!

Episode 88 opens with Carl reflecting on turning 65. From there, the show rolls into its usual mix of banter, a fresh edition of "What’s Carl Watching" and a rundown of the week’s biggest local headlines -- including a major downtown Mansfield housing project, new cannabis tax revenue and a $100,00…

Student teachers getting real classroom time with preschoolers

Today – College campuses in central Ohio are doing double duty, giving preschoolers extra support while helping future teachers discover where they belong.

Better Together: Revisiting Dr. Melissa McRae on Hormones, Gut Health and Wellness As a Verb

Dr. Melissa McRae, founder of Vitality Natural Wellness, joins us for a powerful and practical conversation about what really happens to women’s bodies during perimenopause and menopause, and why it matters far beyond personal health. We dig into everything from gut health and hormone shifts to wo…

Mansfield City Council ranks housing priorities for a rare federal funding pool

Today – Mansfield has a rare pool of federal housing money to spend this year — and City Council is about to decide which needs come first.

Mansfield looks to convert landmark buildings into housing

Today – Downtown Mansfield could soon add nearly a hundred new apartments inside some of its most recognizable old buildings — a move leaders say could flip the switch on downtown’s next chapter.

Mansfield Playhouse Nears Fundraising Trigger for Possible $1M Gift

Today – The Mansfield Playhouse is trying to hit a crucial fundraising milestone, and if it does, a potential $1 million gift could help launch a brand-new, fully accessible theater downtown.

News Man Weekly: Relax Owner Paul Kemerling; War with Iran; Formula 1; Local Headlines and more!

Episode 87 opens on a sobering note, as Carl reflects on the escalating conflict in the Middle East and offers a message of steadiness, prayer and compassion for families with loved ones in uniform. We continue that discussion briefly, touching on the human cost of war and the importance of being s…

Shelby gets a new espresso and bubble tea shop on Main Street

Today – A new spot just opened on Shelby’s Main Street, taking over the old Ivory Bean space with espresso, bubble tea, and a plan to feel like a second home.

Better Together: Revisiting Why Radical Kindness Can Transform Us All

What does it mean to practice radical compassion in a world that often feels overwhelming? Dr. Arianna Howard, an empath, master trainer, and compassion influencer, has worked with more than 8,000 clients to help them heal, grow, and lead with kindness. In this episode, she sits down with hosts Ma…

Butler mayor resigns under duress as cases continue

Today – Butler Mayor Wesley Dingus resigned this week, submitting a handwritten letter that says he stepped down “under duress” as two criminal cases against him continue.