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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...
Summer Crisis Program open to residents at or below 175 percent of Federal Poverty level
The Ohio Department of Development and Community Action Wayne/Medina offer assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during hot summer months. Through Sept. 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying an electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan or making repairs to a central air conditioning unit through the Ohio Department of Development’s Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program.
Monday Memories: “Talking turkey’ at the Lucas County Fair
County fairs in most places put the spotlight on farm animals, and it was no different in Lucas County in 2001. Not only could children get close to livestock like cows and pigs, they also could practically get beak-to-beak with feathered creatures. In this Blade Archive photo, Maddie Starr, 8, seems to be having an important discussion with a turkey – perhaps about the best fair food that year. Should she gobble down some fries – or beat the heat with a snow cone? It was hot enough that day to inspire a Blade story about temperatures in the 90s, but exhibitors were able to keep their animals cool using fans, mist-sprayers and baths. Other big draws included animal demonstrations, carnival rides, tractor pulls, music performances, and the antics of the motorcycle stunt team, Team Extreme. This year’s fair starts Monday and runs through Sunday, July 14, at the fairgrounds on Key Street in Maumee.
Toledoans bracing for potential flooding caused by Beryl, looking for road improvements
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Just a few weeks ago, Kopernik Avenue in Scott Park looked more like a moat. “Literally the whole street had flooded and it went all the way up to the sidewalk,” said Annette Foster, a resident who lives on the street. During heavy rain at...
Ohio’s first Innovation Hub getting $40M in taxpayer funds
More than $40 million in state and local taxpayer money is expected to be spent creating Ohio’s first Innovation Hub. Gov. Mike DeWine recently announced the collaboration, which officials say will enhance northwest Ohio’s position as a global leader in glass science, engineering, technology and production. “Innovation rarely...
Family af-fair: County fairs promise summer of wholesome entertainment
For hundreds of thousands across northwest Ohio and surrounding regions, county fairs are best spent with loved ones. “Fairs are your annual reunion,” Darryl Diamond, manager of the Monroe County Fair said. “It’s an opportunity for families and friends to gather, eat the food, see their grandkids and their kids showing animals. It’s like a family tradition.” From July to September, a range of fairs take place in the areas surrounding Toledo, spanning urban to rural counties, with attendance ranging from 10,000 to 100,000 fairgoers. Many of the area’s county fairs have been operational for well over a century. “When fairs first started over 100 years ago, it was a way for the community to come together as a whole and highlight what has been going on in the community for the year,” said Shane Warner, president of the Lucas County Agricultural Society which oversees the Lucas County Fair. “That’s what we’re really trying to get back to.”
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.
City to reduce Erie, Michigan to two lanes, plus parking, north of Jefferson
A city effort to slow traffic down a bit while expanding curbside parking and adding bike lanes will start later this month on stretches of Erie and Michigan streets. While the two streets will continue to be one-way through Toledo’s central business district, the Toledo Department of Transportation announced last week that blocks with three lanes north of Jefferson Avenue will be reduced to two starting July 19. The space occupied by the third lane will be converted to on-street parking and a buffered bicycle lane between the left-side parking and the curb. Flexible posts will be used to mark the parking lane’s boundary. The change is consistent with recommendations in the Downtown Toledo Transportation Plan adopted several years ago, the city said, and the bike lane in particular will “create more connectivity through downtown and to the Jefferson Cycle Track.”
Toledo neighborhood beautification contest is back for 2024
The city of Toledo is inviting homeowners, business owners, and garden groups to demonstrate community pride by participating in a neighborhood beautification contest. Launched in 2021 to inspire residents to enhance their property exteriors, the contest is back, the city announced last week. The contest encourages participants to improve the facades of their homes, businesses, and gardens. The focus is on “community involvement and keeping Toledo the beautiful place it is,” said Amy Voigt, city spokesman. Participants are required to provide a maximum of 10 “after” photos of the property; the “before” photos are encouraged but not required. The deadline for entering the contest is July 22.
2024 Buckle Up – Batter Up: 13 “Saved by the Belt” recipients recognized during this year’s event
TOLEDO, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The Findlay and Bucyrus districts of the Ohio State Highway Patrol teamed up with the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD), AAA and the Toledo Mud Hens for the 2024 Buckle Up – Batter Up “Saved by the Belt” event at Fifth Third Field.
New home, new look for Sandusky County Communities Foundation now at Countryside Drive
FREMONT - The Sandusky County Communities Foundation (SCCF) office has relocated to the County Office Building, 2511 Countryside Drive. The Foundation office telephone number has changed to 419-334-6299. This decision comes as part of efforts to optimize operations and better serve fund holders, donors, nonprofits and the Sandusky County community,...
Perrysburg Twp. trustees will rebid $3.7M administration building project
The process to build a new Perrysburg Township administration building has reversed. At this week’s meeting, the trustees voted to rebid the $3.7 million project after an attorney for one of the companies that was not awarded the construction bid complained about the process. The bid had been awarded to Rudolph Libbe Inc., of Walbridge, Ohio, on June 5. “Since that time, one of the other firms has contested the proposal, saying that it had deficiencies,” said township Administrator Jon Eckel. “I have talked with our attorneys and to avoid any future problems or issues with this, we have decided that we will redraft that proposal.”
2 Toledo-area educators sampling Lake Erie aboard U.S. EPA's largest vessel
Two Toledo-area educators will be joining Great Lakes scientists for a week aboard the Research Vessel Lake Guardian as it plies Lake Erie in search of more clues about the world’s 11th largest freshwater lake. Amanda Miller, Imagination Station experience manager, and Ethan Jessing, a science teacher at Hull Prairie Intermediate School in Perrysburg, will board the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency vessel at the Port of Cleveland on Sunday. They are among 15 educators who will be part of the vessel’s crew until next Saturday. “I'm hoping to learn and absorb everything I can,” Ms. Miller said. Mr. Jessing said the opportunity will give him the chance “to do more meaningful teacher development.”
Revitalizing Toledo's Black downtown: Leaders working to create historic district around Dorr Street Corridor
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Robert Smith said the African American Legacy Project began without a single display, photograph, or artifact. Now, 20 years later, it hosts thousands of pieces preserving Toledo’s African American history, particularly its history on Dorr Street. “Neighborhoods that were associated with Dorr Street, they were...
Toledo taking submissions for new city flag
TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo officials announced they're now taking design submissions for a new city flag. "This initiative aims to engage the community in reimagining the city’s visual identity and unify residents around a new flag design that reflects Toledo's spirit and values," the City of Toledo wrote on its website. "A Design Review Board (DRB) composed of community members and design experts will guide the redesign process."
Boys and Girls Club of Toledo Renovates Homer Hanham Club
The Boys and Girls Club of Toledo recently completed their $1.7 million renovation of the Homer Hanham Club. The doors opened to the renovated club, located at 2250 N. Detroit Avenue, at noon on June 3 where children poured into the new space. Renovations of the Hanham Club include a...
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