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Toledo Zoo Welcomes Baby Bornean Orangutan Born on June 21
The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio has a delightful new addition for guests to meet—a baby Bornean orangutan, born on June 21 to parents Yasmin and Boomer. The news was announced on the zoo’s Facebook page, where they shared, “The newest Toledo Zoo resident is swinging into our hearts. Thank you to our veterinary staff, keepers, and Orangutan team for their hard work and dedication ensuring both Mom and baby are healthy and thriving.“
Community vision carries sculpture park through 20-year evolution in Gibsonburg
Gibsonburg is on the way to nowhere ... except Gibsonburg. Vehicles do not drive through the northwest Ohio village to get to somewhere else. It is its own destination. Countyline grain elevators dominate the village's skyline just as the Willis Tower, once called the Sears Tower, reigns over Chicago. That city of 2.6 million may have a rowdy Navy Pier but the 2.4 thousand people in Gibsonburg have a sculpture park that just won't quit. “You have to be going to Gibsonburg to get to Gibsonburg,” said James Havens, from his sculpture studio set along a quarry. Metal images dot the grounds as a mini-version of Sculpture in the Village, created in 2005 at Williams Park. In fact, his pieces served as the inspiration for that public space.
Lucas County Canine Care and Control is asking the public to step up
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Summer is anything but relaxing for dog shelters. Especially, around Independence Day. Lucas County Canine Care and Control (LC4) said from July 1-4, it picked up 36 stray dogs. But, from Memorial Day to July 4, LC4 recorded 395 intakes, compared to 338 that same time...
15 puppies that survived canine parvovirus up for adoption from Toledo Humane Society
TOLEDO, Ohio — Fifteen puppies have survived bouts with canine parvovirus under the care of the Toledo Humane Society after a cruelty officer found them in a distressing state outside during last month's heat wave. According to a social media post on Friday from THS, the officer responded to...
Sunday Chat with former WNWO-TV, Ch. 24 sportscaster and sports director Jim Tichy
Sunday Chat is a weekly feature appearing in the Blade’s print and digital platforms each Sunday. As a fixture on Toledo television for more than three decades, Jim Tichy combined a friendly demeanor with an infectious passion for local sports that endeared him to thousands of viewers. A longtime sportscaster and sports director at Channel 24 (WDHO, later WNWO), Tichy joined the local TV sports scene fresh out of Bowling Green State University in 1972. Tichy became the dean of local sportscasters before he retired in 2007 after 35 years at Channel 24.
Jersey barriers get new look in Port Clinton District
The Port Clinton Artists’ Club announced a new initiative led by its Philanthropy Committee, headed by Michelle Gregorek. This committee aims to give back to the community through public, creative projects. One such endeavor involved painting the Jersey barriers in The District on Madison Street. Gregorek collaborated with the...
Deep-fried goodness: Food remains highlight of fair season across the state
County and state fairs often evoke nostalgia for Midwesterners, with memories of carnival rides, games, and of course, food coming to mind. There’s something about going window to window, ordering a lemonade shake up, then a bucket of fries soaked in vinegar and salt.If one thing’s for sure — Ohioans know all about the guilty pleasures found at the fairgrounds. And if they don’t, they will now. Lucas County Fair Susan Stram, the vice president of the Lucas County Agricultural Society, said a fair food she can’t go without is onion rings.
Pinball brings Toledoans together for celebration of Americana, friendly competition
Men, women, and children alike gathered Sunday for an evening of pinball, food, and drink at Heavy Beer Company in downtown Toledo. Every other weekend, Glass City Pinball hosts a Sunday Funday pinball tournament in which the top four players win the payout from the buy-in fee. There are also randomly drawn prize giveaways available to all players. “You’re just playing against yourself,” said Mike Pilarczyk, who’s been playing pinball for about a year and helps keep score at the Sunday tournaments. “That's always how I feel — you’re just trying to make your sport better. You're just really gonna play it against yourself and just become even better as you grow.” The tournament attracts players of all skill levels and ages, ranging from seasoned pinball wizards to raw novices. Glass City Pinball encourages anyone to come in and play, regardless of experience. All participants become registered in the International Flipper Pinball Association, which makes them official world-ranked pinball players.
BGSU professor will delve into rock 'n' roll history, bringing pop music, culture audience
CLYDE − From hip shaking to swooning teen girls, rock ’n’ roll has had its share of headline-grabbing incidents, but there has always been music behind the controversies. Bowling Green State University pop culture professor Matt Donahue, Ph.D., will present “The History of Rock & Roll" at...
Toledo hair stylist using her own talents to help young woman succeed
TOLEDO, Ohio — A local hair stylist is impacting the community by using her gifts to mentor young women and bring people together. Tarolyn Strozier owns Dani Smith Salon and Suites in west Toledo, where she passes on her art to the next generation of stylists. Strozier, a former...
Raising a toast at Sandusky County winery
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - You may be among those who enjoy a glass of wine. And it might be surprising to learn that the Ohio landscape is dotted with vineyards, including one in Sandusky County. For many, the Copper Whale Winery is an unexpected discovery tucked away off McPherson Highway in Clyde.
Meals with Maddie: Prep for the Rib Off with delicious 'Hot 'n Fast' ribs
This month’s Meals with Maddie, in partnership with Durocher’s, 5555 Monroe St., features a special guest showing off his barbeque skills just in time for summer. Bryan Blair, the athletic director at the University of Toledo, is practically a rib expert, considering he’s been perfecting his recipe for “Hot ‘n Fast” ribs for over a decade, with the “Rocket” in the recipe’s title honoring his role at UT. After growing up in the Carolinas, and moving to Texas for several years, he’s become quite familiar with good barbeque, and that’s evident in his cooking as well. When cooking ribs at home, he prefers his seasoning blend to hit both sweet and savory flavor notes from his mix of brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and more.
Frozen wisdom: Photographer finds release in still life
Cloaked in the artistic tradition of still life, LaVonda Josett Johnson, tells her story of faith and intimacy through 22 symbolic photographs viewable on the 6th floor of the Secor Building starting July 13. In her first exhibition as a photographer, the daytime administrative analyst for the city of Toledo, curated her own wisdom over the past 53 years of her life into moments. “The best images to me, are when people are not paying attention,” Johnson said. “They’re being their authentic self. And that was the one thing that I, as a child, understood that I could not do.” Johnson explores concepts difficult to explain with words, including a sense of familiarity, where full relationships are distilled in pictures of seemingly plain items.
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo to host author talk July 10
The Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo will host a presentation, Q&A and signing with author Emily Nussbaum at 7 p.m. July 10 at Lourdes Franciscan Center at 6832 Convent Blvd. in Sylvania. Nussbaum, a Pulitzer Prize-winning and New York Times bestselling author, will discuss her new book, “Cue the Sun!...
Packo’s Hosts Block Party to Kick Off National Hot Dog Week
Tony Packo’s® knows how to throw a party, especially when it involves dogs and brews. On Friday, July 12th, Toledo’s iconic hot dog eatery invites everyone to attend Brewed in 419, a special event celebrating and spotlighting one of the city’s great untapped—or tapped—resources, its hometown breweries. From 3-10pm at Packo’s at the Park downtown, partygoers will be treated to outdoor games, music, the best brews anywhere, and of course, the restaurant’s signature food offerings—the perfect complement to a perfect beer.
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