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The Journal #2640 - Habitat for Humanity of Wood County

Their mission is creating a world where everyone has a decent place to live and since 1993 Habitat for Humanity of Wood County has been doing just that. Joining us are Mark Ohashi, Robin Swanson and Sarai Shaneck to share some history about the group and what projects currently are in the works.

The Journal #2639 - BGSU Democracy and Public Policy Network

Bowling Green State University’s Democracy and Public Policy Network seeks to provide critical information to help citizens and policymakers make decisions that will best serve the public good. Here to explain their work are Dr. Robert Alexander and Dr. David Jackson from BGSU.

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.

Steve Kendall, host of The Journal

Host Steve Kendall