North Coast Conversation is a public service program of WEOL dedicated to events and issues affecting Lorain County. Hosted by Bruce Van Dyke, It airs Sunday at 7am on AM930/100.3FM WEOL.

12/15/24 North Coast Conversation full show

12/15/24 The Avon Eagles are the D2 State Football Champions for the first time in school history. We review the championship season. (27:00)

12/8/24 North Coast Conversation full show

12/8/24 Health Commissioner Mark Adams with Lorain County Public Health talked about the accomplishments of 2024, including strengthening the epidemiology team thast provides data and analysis on health issues in the Lorain County. He also promoted the Zero-Proof Mixoff event. (27:00)

12/1/24 North Coast Conversation full show

12/1/24 Josh Brunger shared the story of Tuba Christmas and the annual performance at the Lorain Palace (10:00)

12/1/24 (Replay) Sam Meluch, Population Health Strategist and Jazmynn Montanez, Health Equity Coordinator from Lorain County Public Health talked about chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. What causes them and how can they be prevented. (15:00)

11/24/24 North Coast Conversation full show

11/24/24 Butterball Turley Talkline Expert Jan Allen gives us tips on turkey preparation and cooking and also how to properly thaw a frozen turkey. 1-800-BUTTERBALL www.butterball.com (9:00)

11/24/24 Ken Fisher, CEO of Fisher House Foundation shares how they support service members and their families through a network of comfort homes where families and service members can stay while receiving medical treatment from the VA. www.fisherhouse.org  (8:00)

11/24/24 Horticulturalist Charles Behnke helps us battle bugs, plant bulbs and care for holiday greenery (10:00)

11/17/24 North Coast Conversation full show

11/17/24 Dennis Sadowski with the Black River Stamp Club talked about there annual show on Nov 23. This year they will mark the centennial of the 1924 Lorain tornado with a souvenir cover and an exhibit of picture postcards from the era. (27:00)

11/10/24 North Coast Conversation full show

11/10/24 Sam Meluch, Population Health Strategist and Jazmynn Montanez, Health Equity Coordinator from Lorain County Public Health talked about chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. What causes them and how can they be prevented. (15:00)

11/10/24 Horticulturalist Charles Behnke gives advice on what needs attention in the garden this fall. (10:00)

11/3/24 North Coast Conversation full show

Replay of 9/29/24 Collen Walts from the United Way of Greater Lorain County talked about donations received from “Connect to a Cause”, and United We Sweat program that helps with free fitness classes. She also shared the Trunk or Treat event and opportunities for volunteers. (9:00)

Replay of 9/29/24 Good Knights of Lorain County broke ground on a new 8100 square foot production facility in Elyria. Executive Director Roger Dorsey explained their mission to build beds for children in Lorain County and how the new space will help. (15:00)

10/27/24 North Coast Conversation full show

10/27/24 The Cleveland Guardians made it to the American League Championship Series this year. First year manager Stephen Vogt and President of Baseball Operations Chris Antonetti talked to the media after the season. (25:00)

10/20/24 North Coast Conversation full show

10/20/24 THRIVE! Southern Lorain County is hosting the 2nd annual THRIVE! Turkey 5k Run-Walk on Thanksgiving. race coordinator Dave Lengyel talked about the event and the organization that helps people in the rural part of the county improve their nutrition, activity levels and social and emotional health. (8:00)

10/20/24 Vision to Learn, Ford Philanthropy and the Elyria City Schools presented 40 students at Northwood Middle School with new glasses and eye exams. (12:00)

10/20/24 Marion L. Steele High School in Amherst an Ohio Career Technical Education equipment grant for $1.6 Million to benefit robotics and automation programs. Career Tech teacher John Agostinelli talked about the robotics programs and how the money will be used. (7:00)

10/13/24 North Coast Conversation full show

10/13/24 Longtime Cleveland TV and newspaper sports reporter, Dan Coughlin passed away at age 86 years old. Coworker at Fox 8, John Telich shares some thoughts and from the WEOL archives we hear some of Danny’s interviews we did with him on books he had written. (28:00)

10/6/24 North Coast Conversation full show

10/6/24 Director of Environmental Health Greg Putka with Lorain County Public Health gave us food safety tips to prevent food poisoning, a reminder to drive sober and how to deal with food during a power outage. (10:00)

10/6/24 Lorain County Board of Election Director Paul Adams discussed early voting, poll workers and the demand that comes with an election in a presidential year. (12:00)

10/6/24 Horticulturalist Charles Behnke gives us tips on dividing perennials.

9/29/24 North Coast Conversation full show

9/29/24 Collen Walts from the United Way of Greater Lorain County talked about donations received from “Connect to a Cause”, and United We Sweat program that helps with free fitness classes. She also shared the Trunk or Treat event and opportunities for volunteers. (9:00)

9/29/24 Good Knights of Lorain County broke ground on a new 8100 square foot production facility in Elyria. Executive Director Roger Dorsey explained their mission to build beds for children in Lorain County and how the new space will help. (15:00)

9/22/24 North Coast Conversation full show

9/22/24 Horticulturalist Charles Behnke gets us ready for Fall. We talk about lawn seeding, composting and getting garden ready for next year. (18:00)

9/22/24 Lorain County Community College’s Learning Centers host several Fall Fests (9/25, 10/8, 10/22) to introduce the centers to the community. (10:00)

9/15/24 North Coast Conversation full show

9/15/24 September is Hunger Action Month and we talk with Susan Bartosch of Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio about what people can do to fight hunger and the annual Generous Helpings fund-raiser on Sept 29. (10:00)

9/15/24 September is also Preparedness Month. We talk with Lynn Rebman, Preparedness Planner and Medical Reserve Corps Coordinator and Katie Bevan, Public Information Officer with Lorain County Public Health about they prepare for emergencies, how you can prepare and how you can help the community through the Lorain County Medical Reserve Corps. (15:00)

9/8/24 North Coast Conversation full show

9/8/24 Laura Malone, Development Officer with the Community Foundation of Lorain County talks about the one day crowdfunding event for non-profits called “Connect to a Cause” (15:00)

9/8/24 Deb Cipriani of Skunk Haven gives us all the details about Skunkfest 2024 on Saturday Sept 14 at South Central Park in North Ridgeville (replay) (12:00)

9/1/24 North Coast Conversation full show

9/1/24 Deb Cipriani of Skunk Haven gives us all the details about Skunkfest 2024 on Saturday Sept 14 at South Central Park in North Ridgeville (15:00)

9/1/24 Horticulturalist Charles Behnke helps us with yellowjackets and poison ivy. (10:00)

8/25/24 North Coast Conversation full show

8/25/24 A variety of interviews from WEOL’s week at the Lorain County Fair: A Sensory Space, Beekeepers, OSU Extension Office, Lorain County Woodcarvers, The LaGrange Engine Club, 4-H Coordinator, Lorain County Metroparks, Lorain County Fair Expansion (25:00)

8/18/24 North Coast Conversation full show

8/18/24 Charles Behnke, horticulturalist talks about tree trimming, shrub pruning and vegetable and flower entries at the Lorain County Fair. (15:00)

8/18/24 Patrick Twining board member with the Lorain County Fair tells about the week’s activities and the fair expansion. (10:00)

8/11/24 North Coast Conversation full show

8/11/24 The Lorain County Public Health is getting ready for Back to School. Nursing Supervisor, Jillian Spriestersbach and Population Health Specialist, Sam Meluch talked about vaccinations, the role of a school nurse and the new position of the School Wellness Coordinator. A role that focuses on social-emotional learning which contributes to mental health. (replay) (14:00)

8/11/24 Rocco Nuosci interviewed Mateo Medina a graduating senior from Elyria High School about winning the Triple Crown, capturing the State Championship in the 100, 200, and 400 meter dashes. Mateo’s efforts were also strong enough to single-handedly lead the Pioneers to the team title as well. (10:00)

8/4/24 North Coast Conversation full show

8/4/24 The Garford Arts Fest is Aug 10 on Kerstetter Way in downtown Elyria. Co-Founder Andrea Repko talked about the event that features music, food and handcrafted items from vendors. (10:00)

8/4/24 The Lorain County Public Health is getting ready for Back to School. Nursing Supervisor, Jillian Spriestersbach and Population Health Specialist, Sam Meluch talked about vaccinations, the role of a school nurse and the new position of the School Wellness Coordinator. A role that focuses on social-emotional learning which contributes to mental health. (14:00)

7/28/24 North Coast Conversation full show

7/28/24 Local baseball fan Joe Valore attends the Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony every year. He reported on this year’s class: Adrian Beltre, Joe Mauer, Todd Helton and Jim Leyland. (13:00)

7/28/24 Retired Wellington Police Chief Tim Barfield described the creation of Wellington LINC (Local Initiative Networking Compassion) a non-profit that helps to provide drug education, awareness and harm reduction materials. A documentary film was made about the program called The Wellington Experiment. It had it’s local debut recently. (10:00)

7/21/24 North Coast Conversation full show

7/21/24 Scott Pozna, Environmental Health Supervisor with Lorain County Public Health talked about the role of public health during the summer from pool, beach and campground inspections to monitoring and controlling ticks and mosquitoes in Lorain County. (15:00)

7/21/24 Mary Beth Lee with PuLse Magazine talks about the annual “Best of Lorain County” party at Lorain County Community College on July 25. It showcases most outstanding establishments and people of Lorain County as voted upon by the readers of PuLse Lorain County’s Magazine. (14:00)

7/14/24 North Coast Conversation full show

(rebroadcast from 5/19/24) 7/14/24 Greg Klima, Executive Director of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Lorain County talked about expanding service for education and support for people affected by mental health conditions. He discussed a new Zoom support group for people with eating disorders and an informational session with Mercy Health on the new ketamine based medication for treatment for depression. (24:00)

7/7/24 North Coast Conversation full show

7/7/24 A Cappella Camp being held at Baldwin Wallace University (July 21-26) is a unique, summer, overnight program in vocal music that brings contemporary a cappella music to inner city youth and surrounding communities. Director Reginald Bowens talked about his own musical experience that lead to the creation of this camp and the importance of music in education. (20:00)

7/7/24 Lorain County Horticulturalist Charles Behnke joined us to talk about lawn and garden care during the hot days of summer. (6:00)

6/30/24 North Coast Conversation full show

6/30/24 Colleen Walts, Marketing and Engagement Director with the United Way of Greater Lorain County talked about the recent Celebration of Community Impact event which showcases the past year’s achievements in health, education and financial stability. She also promoted the “Fill the Bus” initiative to gather school supplies. (16:00)

6/30/24 The Cleveland Cavaliers introduced their first round draft pick, Jaylon Tyson to the media. Cavs President of baseball operation explained what they liked about him, and Jaylon explained how he hopes to help the team. (10:00)

6/23/24 North Coast Conversation full show

6/23/24 Kaitlyn Donaldson with the Lorain Historical Society talks about the 100th anniversary of the Lorain tornado on June 28, 2024. There is a remembrance event planned at Lakeview Park and the society’s website has picture postcards and stories from that tragic Saturday in 1924. (20:00)

6/23/24 Betsy D’Annibale, author of The 1924 Tornado in Lorain and Sandusky, shares stories from her book about the deadly tornado. This interview from the WEOL Morning Show was conducted in 2014, the 90th anniversary of the tornado. (17:00)

6/16/24 North Coast Conversation full show

6/16/24 Jennifer Winkler with the Lorain Public Library System talked about the Summer Reading Challenge.  All ages can sign up and complete different reading challenges for prizes. She also talked about the use of the library during the summer and the unique “Little Library on the Lake” at Lakeview beach in Lorain. (17:00)

6/16/4 Lorain County Horticulturalist Charles Behnke talks about garden care and ant and insect control. (8:00)

6/9/24 North Coast Conversation full show

6/9/24 Kat Bray with Lorain County Public Health talked about how they are involved in traffic safety. They are coordinating a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan with city officials, residents and traffic safety experts to reduce injuries and deaths on the roads. They are asking for residents to participate in the survey here. (15:00)

6/9/24 Lorain County Horticulturalist Charles Behnke joined us to talk about planting your vegetable garden. (10:00)

6/2/24 North Coast Conversation full show

6/2/24 Lorain County celebrated its 200th birthday on May 24, 2024. Here is a portion of the event featuring County Commissioner Jeff Riddell, Tony Gallo from the LC Chamber of Commerce, Dennis Sadowski with the Black River Stamp Club, Rose Street, Post Office Retiree announcing the pictorial postmark winners and Kerri Broome of the Lorain County Historical Society (28:00)

5/26/24 North Coast Conversation full show

5/26/24 Amherst Marion L. Steele defeated Avon Lake High School on the final broadcast of the 2024 season of Scholastic Games radio quiz show to take championship honors by a score of 360 to 230.   Steele’s winning panel consisted of Mort Wilson, Aiden Workman, and team captain Mark Vitelli. They talked with Bob Tayek after the win. (25:00)

5/19/24 North Coast Conversation full show

5/19/24 Greg Klima, Executive Director of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Lorain County talked about expanding service for education and support for people affected by mental health conditions. He discussed a new Zoom support group for people with eating disorders and an informational session with Mercy Health on the new ketamine based medication for treatment for depression. (24:00)

5/12/24 North Coast Conversation full show

5/12/24 Dr. Robert Cain, President and CEO of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine talked about the current state of healthcare. (7:00)

5/12/24 Lorain County Community College President Dr. Marcia Ballinger discusses the affordability of the college and training a technology workforce. (10:00)

5/12/24 Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with Becky Pringle, President of the National Education Association. (9:00)

5/5/24 North Coast Conversation full show

5/5/24 Lorain County Public Health offers many services to help new and expectant mothers. Danielle Benham, Community Outreach Specialist and Erin Murphy, Director of Population Health detailed the Neighborhood Navigation program that connects with moms through texting.

5/5/24 (Rebroadcast) Arnie Milner, President of Agudath B’Nai Israel Synagogue in Lorain talks about his program for Holocaust Remembrance Day featuring Holocaust survivor Carol Wilner, her granddaughter Oberlin Conservatory Alumna Emily Mandell and the Violins of Hope. Programs will be May 5 at Oberlin College and May 6 at the Lorain Palace. (22:00)

4/28/24 North Coast Conversation full show

4/28/24 Jim Nagy from Murray Ridge and Brandon Xavier from Mega Championship Wrestling talk about “Breaking Down Barriers XII, the annual wrestling fundraiser for the Friends of Murray Ridge. The event is May 4 at 4:30pm at Lorain County Community College Field House. (15:00)

4/28/24 Tiffany Smedley, an investigator with the Federal Trade Commission discussed the Top Frauds of 2023. Consumers have loss more than $10 billion to scams She offered tips on how to identify a scam and how to report it.

4/21/24 North Coast Conversation full show

4/21/24 Arnie Milner, President of Agudath B’Nai Israel Synagogue in Lorain talks about his program for Holocaust Remembrance Day featuring Holocaust survivor Carol Wilner, her granddaughter Oberlin Conservatory Alumna Emily Mandell and the Violins of Hope. Programs will be May 5 at Oberlin College and May 6 at the Lorain Palace. (22:00)

4/21/24 Elyria Schools Superintendent Ann Schloss talked about the importance of community involvement as part of her “State of the Schools” address at LCCC. (6:00)

4/14/24 North Coast Conversation full show

4/14/24 Lorain County horticulturalist Charles Behnke prepares us for a successful gardening season with tips on lawn care, early planting and pruning. (28:00)

4/7/24 North Coast Conversation full show

4/7/24 Cleveland Guardians VP Bob DiBiasio talked about the start of the baseball season and what fans can expect for the home opener on the same day as the solar eclipse. (15:00)

4/7/24 Janine Trottier, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator and Andrea Ferguson, Population Health Strategist with Lorain County Public Health gave us last minute tips and reminders on how to safely view the eclipse and navigate the crowds arriving in Lorain County for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 (11:00)

3/31/24 North Coast Conversation full show

3/31/24 SILENT VOICES: People with Mental Disorders on the Street (2nd Edition) is an updated book by psychiatrist Dr. Robert Okin. He spent two years on the street talking and photographing homeless mentally ill people. Dr. Okin talks about the national crisis of homelessness, the causes and some solutions. (27:00)

3/24/24 North Coast Conversation full show

3/24/24 Dave Freeman, Director of Lorain County Department of Emergency Management talked about the preparation for the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. What the county is doing to deal with all the visitors and what individuals can do to safely experience the event. (15:00)

3/24/24 Members of the Black River Astronomical Society, Jeff Woytach and Steve Schauer talked about the solar eclipse and being in the path of totality. (12:00)

3/17/24 North Coast Conversation full show

3/17/24 Colleen Walts from the United Way of Greater Lorain County talked about their signature event “A Night at The Bee”, April 19 at LCCC. The game night-style competiton raises funds for their education initiatives. She also shared an update on the current Free Tax Prep sessions. (11:00)

3/17/24 Laura Malone, Development Officer with The Community Foundation of Lorain County reminded us that scholarship applications are due April 1 as well as the Education & Youth Development Community Grant Cycle. It’s also time for non-profits to register for the Connect to a Cause giving day. (12:00)

3/10/24 North Coast Conversation full show

3/10/24 Roger Dorsey, Executive Director of Good Knights of Lorain County talked about the nonprofit that builds beds for children in need, and the campaign to raise funds for a new facility. (16:00)

3/10/24 Lorain County Public Health is one year into the Lorain County Community Health Improvement Plan. The 3-year plan addresses the most pressing health issues in Lorain County: chronic disease, maternal and child health, mental health, substance use and cancer. Andrea Ferguson, Population Health Specialist and Mitch Dandurand, Epidemiology Program Manager talked about the plan and the use of data to track the progress. (13:00)

3/3/24 North Coast Coast Conversation full show.

3/3/24 Susan Bartosh from Second Harvest Foodbank of North Central Ohio talked about the Harvest For Hunger campaign, food distribution, volunteerism and the need for monetary donations to help fight hunger. (15:00)

3/3/24 Joellen Podoll from Connecting for Kids talked about an upcoming Resource Fair at LCCC. The free fair features more than 65 local mental health, academic and disability providers. She also discussed the role Connecting for Kids plays in helping families deal with child development issues. (10:22)