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Northeast Ohio could see thunderstorms, heat in 90s, over the next three days
There is a marginal risk for severe thunderstorms today, with the greatest concern late this evening into tonight across much of northern Ohio, according to the National Weather Service. Locally damaging wind gusts are the primary hazard with any severe thunderstorms. In addition to possible thunderstorms, the National Weather Service...
Marsh names Gross newest executive director of Child and Family Services
VAN WERT — The Marsh Foundation Board of Trustees has named Kelly Gross as the next executive director of Child and Family Services. After 20 years at The Marsh, Gross took over the Child and Family Services division on July 1 following the retirement of longtime director Kim Mullins.
Midwest members donate $15,475 local groups
ST MARYS — Midwest Electric recently donated $15,475 to 17 west-central Ohio charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Community Connection Fund. Thanks to the 90% of members who round up their electric bill and donate to this fund, Midwest Electric has provided $1,376,954 to 1,183 local charitable causes since 1998.
Sandusky welcoming back third year of IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio half-triathlon
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The City of Sandusky is welcoming back the half-triathlon event known as the IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio for its third year on Sunday, the 21. Downtown streets and parking lots will be closed to through traffic beginning with the following dates and lasting until Sunday, July 21:
OSHP investigating fatal pedestrian crash in Sylvania
SYLVANIA, Ohio — The Toledo post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a pedestrian crash that occurred on Saturday evening. According to authorities, the crash happened on Centennial Road near Erie Street at 10:54 p.m. Responding officers state that a 54-year-old man from Lyons, Donald Christian, was...
1 dead after drive-by shooting in Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A man is dead after a drive-by shooting on Eleanor Ave. early Sunday morning, according to the Toledo Police Department. Around 2 a.m. officers say they were dispatched to Eleanor Ave. Perrion James was found suffering from at least one gunshot wound, according to a press release from TPD.
Firefly Nights returns to Downtown BG Friday
Firefly Nights is bringing back the features that proved such a hit at the June event. The summer festival returns Friday, July 19, from 5:30-9:30 p.m. in downtown Bowling Green delivering end to end fun. All this made possible by a crew of volunteers with financial support by festival sponsors.
Annual Love Fest event brings live music, performers to event near downtown
Rainbow clad peoples of all kinds manifested around the “Toledo Loves Love” mural, also known as the Love Wall, on Saturday to celebrate and raise funds for Equality Toledo. “It's bigger this year than it was last year. Last year was only in the parking lot,” Brent Rabie, the executive director of Equality Toledo, said of what is the eighth annual Love Fest celebration near downtown Toledo. An individual in an animal head and a pink power ranger particularly dressed to impress this year, weathering the high temperatures despite the elaborate costumes. “Visibility is important, especially right now in the political climate, where we have people, even in Ohio, trying to ban drag in public places like this,” Mr. Rabie said.
Biggest numbers ever in Shelby Bicycle Days parade
SHELBY — Saturday’s Bicycle Days parade in downtown Shelby included a record number of entries. Jake Penwell, Shelby Community Improvement Corporation president, said the parade included 82 entries as of noon Saturday. Floats, vehicles and participants strolled along Main and Gamble streets beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon...
A toasty start to next week; cool end of the week with chances of rain around
Sunday evening will start off on the warm side with temps in the 80s under a few clouds. A few showers can’t be ruled out during the evening hours as a system moves into Ohio, with the best chances the further north you live or travel. As we get later into the night, it will […]
Indiana, Ohio Under Severe Thunderstorm Watch Until 7 PM EDT
Fort Wayne, IN – A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Indiana and Ohio until 7 PM EDT Sunday. The National Weather Service Northern Indiana announced that the watch covers major cities, including Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Muncie, Dayton, and Columbus. According to the National Weather Service,...
Metal mania: 1980s rock explosion to take over Promenade Park
Five iconic ’80s metal performers, one rowdy night. Presented by HB Concerts, the 80’s Rock Invasion features a who’s who of hair metal. There’s appearances from Stephen Pearcy of Ratt, founding Guns N’ Roses drummer Steven Adler, and performances by bands Great White, Slaughter, and Vixen. HB Concerts CEO Hunter Brucks said he’s bringing the 80s Rock Invasion to Toledo’s waterfront because it’s part of the new face of what is today considered “classic rock.” “Classic rock as we once knew it is changing,” said Brucks. “What we used to think was classic rock was the ’60s or the ’70s groups, but now it’s the ’80s and ’90s. So that’s the direction that I felt we needed to go with a sizeable show in Toledo.”
State powerhouse Perrysburg wrestling program hones craft at elite national tournaments
The Perrysburg wrestling program has become an Ohio powerhouse through constant improvement and year-round dedication. The Yellow Jackets have finished second in the team standings at the Division I state tournament for three straight years. This summer, Perrysburg's top wrestlers continue to build on the momentum with impressive showings at elite, national tournaments. Rising senior Marcus Blaze, juniors Ayden Dodd and Alex Denkins, and sophomore Grey Burnett represented Team Ohio at an all-star tournament in Tulsa last month. The foursome combined to go 28-0 at the Junior National Duals to lead Team Ohio to a second-place finish.
10-Day Ohio Sales Tax Holiday: $500 or Less on Tax-Free Purchases from July 30 to August 8
Ohio’s extended 10-day tax-free shopping period from July 30 to August 8 allows residents to purchase items under $500 without paying sales tax, promoting local spending and supporting businesses. Ohio‘s Extended Tax-Free Shopping Window Includes Restaurant Meals and Online Purchases According to The Columbus Dispatch, Ohio’s tax-free shopping period is getting longer this year, running […]
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