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Watch The Journal on-air Thursdays at 8 pm or live stream at wbgu.org/live
Episodes also available online immediately following first airing.

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The Journal
January 2026 Government Update
28:03
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A look at what's happening in our state government and federally at the start of 2026.

The Journal
Wood County 4-H Youth Programs
25:26
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A look at the range of 4-H activities in Ohio

The Journal
Black Soldiers in the American Revolution
26:55
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A look at the Black soldiers in The American Revolution.

WBGU-PBS' flagship public affairs show is called The Journal. This show truly has stood the test of time and continues to focus on issues pertinent to Northwest and West Central Ohio. The Journal covers a wide range of important topics such as legislative, education, health and economic issues affecting our region. Steve Kendall, the voice of WBGU-PBS, serves as The Journal’s dedicated host. Steve has more than 30 years of broadcast experience that crosses various mediums including 20 years in the Toledo radio market and ample air-time on WBGU-PBS serving as an anchor of pledge programs and as the voice of many station announcements.