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Spencer Torkelson bashes Bats in Mud Hens sweep
Toledo Mud Hens 7, Louisville Bats 4 (Fri)(box) Toledo Mud Hens 4, Louisville Bats 3 (Sat)(box) Toledo Mud Hens 10, Louisville Bats 5 (Sun)(box) The Mud Hens pretty much had their way with the Louisville Bats last week and that continued over the weekend. They won the first five straight, and then built a huge lead on Sunday and held on for the sweep to run their record to 48-53 on the year.
'Buffalo Soldiers', segregated U.S. Army regiments of 19th, 20th centuries, remembered at Buffalo Soldier Day event in Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Toledo Post of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club celebrated Ohio Buffalo Soldiers Day on Sunday. The term ‘Buffalo Soldiers’ originally referred to the all-Black soldiers who served in segregated units in the U.S. Army after the Civil War and through the Korean War in the 1950s. Over 180,000 Buffalo Soldiers served in the Army up through the time that the armed forced integrated in 1952.
World's largest peace torch relay passes through area on Thursday
The Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run, the world's largest peace torch relay, is scheduled to pass through Toledo on Thursday. A team of 12 international runners will traverse the North American route of the global event to help spread the message that peace begins with each individual’s inner peace. Welcoming ceremonies are planned at 1:30 p.m. at Monroe Street United Methodist Church, 3613 Monroe St.; 3 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo, 2250 N. Detroit Ave.; and 5 p.m. at the Perrysburg Heights Community Association, 12282 Jefferson St., Perrysburg. The Peace Run launched in 1987 and has visited more than 150 countries. This year’s USA Canada Relay started April 15 in New York and stops at several cities before returning to New York on Aug. 17.
Art on the Mall showcases craftsmanship and creativity in Toledo
The University of Toledo’s Centennial Mall burgeoned Sunday for the 31st year with small tents — each one providing a shady refuge and intimate insight into a unique artistic world. Michelle Opaczewski, a Toledo native, started crocheting over 40 years ago when she was just 12 years old. “It’s my sanity,” she said, a smile sprouting from her lips. Her tent was one of 121 featured at Art on the Mall, the annual Toledo art show. The event featured artists from across the country and showed off artworks including photography, jewelry, painting, metallurgy, ceramics, and more — all for sale at individual artists’ booths.
High school football 2024: Who are the top college recruits in the Toledo area?
High school football season is just around the corner with practices set to begin Thursday. The Toledo area has a wide range of talented football players who are attracting interest on the college football recruiting trail. Here is a look at some of the top recruits in the area in the 2025, 2026, and 2027 classes. CLASS OF 2025 OL Carter Lowe, Whitmer
Four-star WR commitment continues torrid summer for Toledo football recruiting
It's usually a good sign when you’re a wide receiver and your nickname is Ferrari. Kamren Flowers earned that moniker, naturally, because of his blazing speed. It’s what caught the attention of Toledo’s coaches when they first watched the 5-foot-11, 170-pound receiver from West Bloomfield (Mich.) High School. And the interest was mutual. His first official visit was to Toledo, and high school buddies Laith Shamma and Tashi Braceful put on a full-court press for the Rockets. On Tuesday, Flowers made clear that he was more than just interested in Toledo — the 2025 four-star wide receiver committed to UT over offers from Wisconsin, Michigan State, and dozens of other power conference schools.
Should Michigan Consider this Controversial Colorado Incentive To Clean Up Trash?
As a new mom, I take a ton of walks around my neighborhood in Grand Rapids. My son loves to see the birds, flowers, and trees along the way. But the one thing that bums me out is when we see tons of litter all over the roadways by our home.
Warning: Popular Snack Dips in Michigan May Be Contaminated
It seems like it's becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with all the food and product recalls and warnings in Michigan. It feels like the foods we consume daily are becoming more and more dangerous to eat. Food products sold at Kroger stores in Michigan are being flagged and recalled...
Ohio Rules That All Wings Are Boneless Wings. Does Michigan Agree?
There is never a day that will go by when Ohio confuses me. You understand the concept of boneless chicken. It is chicken without bones in it. Simple to understand, right?. Apparently, Ohio may not understand this "complicated" concept of boneless chicken. Bones Are Allowed In Boneless Chicken. Before you...
Recall Alert: Michigan, Check Your Cabinets Now For This Popular Spice
Recently, Michigan has experienced a surge in product recalls, which now includes a new issue involving spices. The latest recall concerns a popular spice that many households likely keep in their cabinets and use regularly—ground cinnamon. Popular Spice Recall in Michigan. The recall is issued by ALB Enterprises, INC...
Michigan Among Top States with Most Olympic Gold Medalists
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are nearly upon us. Michigan is sending 17 total Olympians and Paralympians to France to compete for the gold alongside their fellow countrymen. These are the 17 athletes representing Michigan in the 2024 Olympics:. Heath Baldwin - Kalamazoo - Track and Field. Bobby Body...
Michigan One Of Nation’s Best For Middle Class Home Buyers
The home buying scene has not been great to those that have become adults in the last 15 years as the market continues to rise with no imminent crash in sight. For some young adults owning their own home is something they feel could never happen while others are clinging on to their houses because it's too expensive to move in the current housing climate.
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