www.usnews.com Washington Whispers columnist Paul Bedard took a look at the Vice Presidential candidates and the upcoming national political party conventions.

My Lima...focused on the University of Northwestern Ohio as Mike spoke with UNOH President Dr. Jeff Jarvis. www.unoh.edu

City of Lima Director of Development Amy Odum gave an overview of housing issues with the city.

Morality in Media President Robert Peters gave his thoughts on the presidential candidates.

Fox News correspondent Alistair Wanklyn talked with Mike from Tblisi, Georgia and gave his perspective on the Russian incursion and Sec. of State Condi Rice's visit to the Georgian capital.

www.boxoffice.com Wade Major gives his review of the new comedy Tropic Thunder.

Allen County Fair Manager Jay Begg joined Mike on the opening day of the 158th Allen County Fair, one of Ohio's largest expositions.

Lima Memorial Health System spokesperson Kim Helmlinger described the phenomena known as sleep apnea.

Allen County Fair parade Marshall Fred Arnold talked about the fair's history and reasons for its success over the years.

Stock car legend Buddy Baker reflected on his induction into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America last evening in Detroit.

Author Ray Nagron, The Greatest Story Never Told, described his book and the connection between baseball greats Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson.

www.bestfares.com Tom Parson gave us some of the ongoing great deals for Labor Day weekend travel.

Christine Pleva of the Lima/Allen Convention Visitors Bureau talked about the Allen County FAir.