7/19/23 7:20 The Chronicle-Telegram’s Dave O’Brien returned with our Rocco Nuosci for another week of The Local Beat, presented by Vandemark Jewelers on East Broad Street in Elyria, a trusted name in jewelry! This week, the guys discuss yet another wave of poor air quality coming through Lorain County from those Canadian wildfires. Plus, the Lorain County Metro Parks is seeking what will be a rather important replacement levy on the upcoming November ballot. (9:48)
7/19/23 7:40 Richard Vague’s career has led him to banking, investing, energy, the government, and the arts, which has given him a unique understanding of the debt crisis we find ourselves in today. He joined the Morning Show as he discusses the debt crisis issue in his new book, PARADOX OF DEBT: A New Path to Prosperity Without Crisis. (12:12)
7/19/23 8:20 It’s almost time for another rendition of the Third Thursday series on Ely Square in downtown Elyria. Elyria Community Partnership Executive Director Monet Roberts joined the guys to talk about this free community-wide event that includes music, food, shopping with local vendors, trolley rides, arts and crafts, and more! (10:37)
7/18/23 7:40 It’s Tuesday, which means we are back on the Main Street Beat! This week the guys head to Main Street Vermilion where they were joined by Executive Director Kate Repola! Kate talked about “Chalk it Up” and how this year they are including Vermilion’s assisted living facilities as well as middle and high school students. Also, registration opens up soon for their Historic Walking Tour! (9:36)
7/18/23 8:10 Before she started couponing, Chronicle-Telegram Coupon Queen Rachel Krych used to reserve stops at local drugstores for those late-night medicine emergencies, or for a pit-stop for snacks while travelling! Rachel joined the guys for her weekly visit and talked about all of the different ways you can save at drugstores, from joining loyalty programs to taking advantage of that clearance section! (12:20)
7/17/23 7:20 For the first time this year, our Cleveland Guardians own a 4-game losing streak. Now 2.5 games behind Minnesota, it’s time to get things back on track. Guardians Vice President Bob DiBiasio made his weekly stop to recap a tough weekend as the guys take a look ahead at this week’s games against a pair of National League teams from Pennsylvania, the Pirates and the Phillies. (5:33)
7/17/23 8:10 It’s almost time for the Best of Lorain County celebration! Join in celebrating the best places to dine, drink, shop and play in Lorain County, and sample more than 40 Best of the Lorain County finalists and then vote for your favorite in each category! Spokeswoman Mary Beth Lee joined the guys to talk about the event, taking place this Thursday, July 20th, from 6-9pm at Lorain County Community College. (7:11)
7/17/23 8:40 According to the Federal Trade Commission, money-making scams include everything from cryptocurrency to fake job offers, and they’re costing people big. In 202, consumers reported losing almost $4 billion dollars to investment scams alone. That’s more than people lost to any other scam, and more than double what people reported losing the year before. FTC spokesperson Fil de Banate joined the guys to discuss money-making scams, and how people can spot, avoid, and report fraud to the FTC. (11:07)
7/14/23 7:20 What’s better than local music?! Two members from local band “Skippy’s on the Run”, Emily Pappas and David Stalder, joined the guys in-studio this morning as we listened to a bit of their music and discussed upcoming appearances! (18:18)
7/14/23 8:10 Coming this month to the Lorain Community Music Theatre is the production, Godspell! Director Luke Scattergood and actor Nathan Zadzilka stopped by this morning to talk about the show, taking place July 27th-30th! Tickets can be ordered online at www.loraincommunitymusictheater.org!
7/13/23 7:40 This morning was all about Karen’s! Who is a “Karen”? Is the term exaggerated? Is it good to have a Karen on your side? We found out the answer to those questions and so much more this morning as Fallon Zecca from the group “Karen’s for Hire” stopped by the Morning Show as she talked about the organization that helps some consumers who sometimes struggle to stick up for themselves when the situation arises. (15:33)
7/12/23 7:20 Dave O’Brien of The Chronicle-Telegram made his weekly visit with our Rocco Nuosci for this week’s Local Beat, presented by Vandemark Jewelers on East Broad Street in Elyria, a trusted name in jewelry! This week, the guys talk about a documentary on mental health being made by a longtime YouTube and social media sensation, Elyria native Aaron Hall. Plus, the journey has officially come to an end for the Journey Inn in Elyria as the guys take a look at the building, along with others who are facing trouble throughout the city. (9:10)
7/12/23 7:40 Rockin’ on the River continues this weekend in Lorain with the group “Face 2 Face”, an Elton John and Billy Joel tribute band. Joining us this morning was the Billy Joel of the duo, Mike Santoro. (11:09)
7/12/23 8:10 The tour is called “Welcome Back My Friends: The Return of Emerson, Lake, and Palmer”, and sole surviving member Carl Palmer, in association with the estates of Emerson and Lake, are recreating the LP through modern technology, and they’re coming to the Palace Theatre in Lorain! Carl joined the WEOL Morning Show to talk about the group’s history, the tour, and much more! (7:58)
7/11/23 7:20 Growing up in Cleveland in the 60s and 70s was special, especially for those who watched TV! Joining us this morning was writer/producer Dan O’Shannon and author Mike Olszewksi, who are making a documentary about this time called The Golden Age of Kids TV: Cleveland! Dan and Mike hopped in the time machine with the guys and talked about the different hosts and characters that made this time period of entertainment so special! (16:34)
7/11/23 8:10 We’re back on the Main Street Beat as this week we head to Main Street Amherst with Executive Director Teresa Gilles! Teresa talked about the continuation and growth of their “Walkin’ on Wednesday” series, and their car show happening over on Church Street! Plus, tomorrow is the launch of their brand new “Kids Explorers Club”, which should be a ton of fun this summer! (8:45)
7/11/23 8:40 Amazon Prime Day is here! Prime members are all “primed” for exclusive deals and discounts on Amazon. Here to help you navigate all of the savings was The Chronicle-Telegram Coupon Queen, Rachel Krych! Be sure to check out her column, available today and every Tuesday in The Chronicle-Telegram. (12:23)