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	WMNI-AM, Columbus WMNI airs a weekly local public affairs program called Columbus Concerns. Some topics covered this past year include homelessness, veterans’ issues, internet access to minority communities, the Central Ohio housing crisis, environmental issues, and the continued drug crisis.
	WCKX-FM, Columbus As part of our Camp Crashers program, Power 107.5/106.3 FM DJ Mr. King actively participates in local summer camps across Central Ohio, emphasizing the importance of education, staying healthy, being active, and maintaining a positive image.
	WCLT-FM, Newark Each week WCLT-FM recognizes the service of a different local veteran or active-duty service member as part of our Military Mondays.
	WCMH-TV, Columbus NBC4 is committed to providing in-depth election and political coverage. In July 2023, we hosted a live debate on the August special election focusing on issue 1. In January 2024, NBC4 anchor Colleen Marshall co-hosted a debate with three Republican candidates for U.S. Senate.
	WCVO-FM, Columbus This past Christmas, River Radio supported the Salvation Army Red Box campaign, which provides Christmas dinner for needy families in central Ohio. Each Red Box is filled with a turkey, stuffing, potatoes, vegetables, milk, eggs, bread, butter, a dessert, and a game for a family to enjoy. We raised enough donations from our listeners to provide 501 meals, and our staff volunteered time to help pack meals.
	WMVO-AM, Mount Vernon All our AM stations have special fund-raising projects that they have created. The largest is WMVO’s Food for the Hungry that was created by our own Charlie Kilkenny. It raises $50,000+ annually for the community. This summer, Food For The Hungry opened a special grant process to help organizations throughout Knox County eliminate the food gap for children and teens during summer vacation. Hundreds of Knox County minors’ primary source of food is the free or reduced breakfast and lunch given to them at school. There is a significant need for supplemental food throughout their summer break.
	WRFD-AM, Columbus WRFD hosts daily live talk shows that are open to community leaders including politicians, law enforcement, and directors of nonprofits. In times of emergency, we provide listeners with information to keep them safe, including being able to call in when they have nowhere else to turn and just need someone to talk to. Our station is available to listen and pray with our audience and, if needed, direct them to resources.
	WSNY-FM, Columbus For over three decades, Columbus Radio Group’s Sunny 95 has been an unwavering pillar of support for Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Through heartfelt fundraising and awareness campaigns, the station has become a beacon of hope for countless families in need. With longtime morning personalities Stacy McKay and Dino Tripodis leading the charge, Sunny 95’s commitment to making a difference has not only raised over $8 million for the hospital but has also illuminated the inspiring stories of resilient children, dedicated doctors, and miraculous recoveries.