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Wednesday, 07 August 2019 10:09

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/7/2019

:19 - As the fallout continues after the shootings in El Paso and Dayton, Ray brought up some facts on mass shootings. What constitutes a mass shooting? Have these gone up or down in recent years? The arguments between guns and mental health?

10:11 - With school starting soon, Ray invited Judge Linda Teodosio to come on and talk about the dangers of sexting. Specifically, what it may mean to the teens sending and receiving these photos, and what the parents can do to prevent these.

16:12 - Our new friend and nationally-touring comedian Bret Ernst stopped by to chat about football, since that’s his big passion. The panel went over a list of the top 25 quarterbacks of all time and shared their thoughts.

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Tuesday, 06 August 2019 09:10

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/6/2019

:19 - Two days removed from the deadly massacre in Dayton, the facts about both that case and in El Paso are starting to flow out. In Dayton, the shooter was shot and killed within 30 seconds. How can a police force train for active shooters? Akron police chief Ken Ball explained this morning.

10:04 - How does a parent explain to his/her child about these shootings, in schools or elsewhere? Dr. Laura Markley from Akron Children’s Hospital shared some tips.

14:35 - The Indians lost 1-0 to the Texas Rangers last night, and they have a big series against their AL Central foe in the Minnesota Twins this weekend. Tribe VP Bob DiBiasio talked about last night’s game, and answered listener questions about Bradley Zimmer and athlete endorsements.

20:15 - Would you date someone with poor hygiene? A lot of single people will skip the second date due to that.

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Monday, 05 August 2019 11:34

Mayor Horrigan Responds to Dayton Massacre

Following the deadly shooting in the Oregon District, a popular nightlife area of Dayton, Ohio, reactions from leaders across the state and across the nation came pouring in.

From calls for reform, and condolences, emotions were certainly high following the tragic loss of life early Sunday morning; especially considering less than 24 hours before, 20 people were shot and killed and dozens more injured when a gunman opened fire in an El Paso, Texas Walmart.

Below is the statement issued by Akron's Mayor Dan Horrigan:

“I have been on the record on this issue from my first day in office. This is not inevitable; and we don't have to live like this. The state and federal governments have worked tirelessly to strip local officials - like Mayor Whaley and me - of any control over gun policy. But I have never stopped fighting for the safety of our citizens.

The terrorism of gun violence in America long ago reached epidemic proportion.When our children cannot attend school safely, when we cannot run errands without fear of attack, when we cannot securely gather as a community - the balance between our essential freedoms is lost and action must be taken.

Americans of all political stripes agree that now is the time to pass common-sense gun control. No person should be so heavily armed as to take nine souls, and forever scar 26 others, in less than 60 seconds, as happened in Dayton.”

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine responding as well, first ordering all flags at half-staff across the state, in honor of those who were killed in Dayton. Below is the statement issued by DeWine:

Fran and I are absolutely heartbroken over the horrible attack that occurred this morning in Dayton. We join those across Ohio and this country in offering our prayers to victims and their families. I have spoken with Mayor Nan Whaley and offered any assistance on behalf of the state. I have been briefed by the Ohio Department of Public Safety, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol has offered assistance to local law enforcement as they investigate this heinous act. I commend Dayton Police and other first responders for their bravery and quick response to save lives and bring an end to this tragedy. I have ordered that flags in Ohio remain at half mast in honor and memory of the victims who lost their lives this morning.

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Monday, 05 August 2019 08:38

Ray Horner Podcast - 8/5/2019

:19 - A sad and deadly weekend struck the communities of El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, and with the Gilroy, California shooting last weekend, put the total at three mass shootings in a week. Ray and Jeanne began Monday’s show breaking down what exactly happened, along with statements from Governor Mike DeWine and President Donald Trump.

9:46 - SACS Consulting president and CEO Tim Dimoff joined the show to talk about various issues relating to these mass shootings. With security measures, Dimoff talked about gun-free zones and warning signs to look for with potential shooters.

17:00 - In a much more lighter segment, veterinarian Dr. Gary Riggs stopped by to answer questions on your pets, specifically on turtles and dealing with anxiety.

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