Columbus Concerns

Columbus Concerns is a public affairs presentation of NABCO in Columbus, OH. Columbus Concerns is a weekly, 20-minutes long program that focuses on local public affairs and issues of public concern in the central Ohio area. <br /><br />The guests on the program range from public policy makers, lawmakers and directors of non-profit organizations in the Columbus area.<br /><br />Host: Mark Nuce<br /><br />Columbus Concerns airs Sundays at 6a on North American Broadcasting Company stations - <a href="http://www.nabco-inc.com" rel="noopener">www.nabco-inc.com</a>

The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall - Gahanna

Representatives from the American Legion Post 797 in Gahanna are hosting a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall this weekend at Veterans Park in Gahanna.

10-01
30:01

Girl Scouts of Ohio's Heartland

Girl Scouts of Ohio Heartland COO Katie Poole talks about scouting in 2025 and how girls can get involved in their activities.

09-23
30:01

Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment

The State Fire Marshal's Office has created a new Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment Portal to help rural departments who are experiencing a shortage of new volunteers.

09-03
29:46

Suicide Prevention Month

Guests from the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County and North Central Mental Health Services talk about the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and September being Suicide Prevention Month.

08-27
30:01

American Red Cross - August Blood Drive

Red Cross Regional Communication Manager Don Hawkins talks about the 'Rock N' Roll Up Your Sleeve Blood Drive' and how August is the slowest month for much needed blood donations.

08-13
30:01

Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio - School and Tax-Free Shopping

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio Judy Dollison talks about back to school shopping and how parents can take advantage of tax free shopping and how they can avoid shopping scams.

08-06
30:00

Nationwide Children's Hospital

Nationwide Children's Hospital Child Life Manager Karen McHugh Fornadel talks about how toys and play can help the kids at the hospital deal with a traumatic situation.

07-25
30:02

NCAA Athlete Pay

Ohio State University Athletic Director Ross Bjork discusses the changes in college athletics that allow athletes to begin receiving direct payments from the university starting on July 1, 2025.

06-15
30:01

The Fraternal Order of Police and the "Protect Ohio Police" Initiative

Members of the Ohio police union--the Fraternal Order of Police--are demanding that Ohio elected officials support officers and announce their "Protect Ohio Police" initiative.

06-08
23:15

Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther on The State of the City

Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther gives his "State of the City" address for 2025 with a focus on housing, safety and security and Columbus neighborhoods.

04-27
30:01

American Legion Post and Homeless Veteran Benefit 5K Walk

Members of the American Legion Post in Gahanna will hold their 3rd Annual 5K Run and Walk to benefit programs for homeless veterans.

04-13
30:01

Mike DeWine State of The State Address

Governor Mike Dewine talked about economic development and education issues during this week's State of the State address before a joint session of the Ohio General Assembly in Columbus.

03-16
30:01

The Ohio Department of Health on Immunization

The Ohio Department of Health reminds parents to get their children immunized against childhood diseases after the outbreak of measles in Texas, and the lower vaccination rates in Ohio and across the country.

03-09
30:02

MORPC - Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission on Central Ohio Growth

A representative of the Mid Ohio Regional Planning Commission talks about how to manage the rapid growth of the central Ohio area when it comes to housing, transportation and infrastructure.

02-23
30:01

Prevent Blindness Ohio

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.

02-16
30:01

DeWine Proposes Two Year Budget

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.

02-09
30:00

Lifecare Alliance - Meals on Wheels

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.

01-26
30:01

Ohio Fire Marshal Festival

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.

09-03
30:01

Wall That Heals - Delaware County Veterans Service

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.

08-08
30:01

Columbus Concerns-Elder Abuse Awareness

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.

06-24
29:59

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