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Coffman voted governor of Buckeye Boys State
From June 8-15, representatives from Washington High School attended Buckeye Boys and Buckeye Girls State sponsored by the American Legion. Buckeye Boys State was held at Miami University while Buckeye Girls State was held at Bowling Green State University. American Legion Buckeye Boys and Girls State is an eight-day hands-on...
High school students present research findings from BGSU science program
BOWLING GREEN — After six weeks of conducting scientific research at Bowling Green State University, high school students in blazers and dresses stood proudly in front of poster boards to present their results at the college. Nine rising juniors and seniors from six area high schools presented the results of those projects, which they conducted as part of BGSU’s Parents Involvement with Children Nurturing Intellectual Curiosity in Science program, or PICNICS, which is meant to expose seven to 10 high students a year to research in chemical sciences. Students from Perrysburg, Ottawa Hills, Eastwood, Sylvania Southview, Fremont Ross, and Bowling Green high schools stood side by side this week as visitors walked from student to student, explaining to them the topic of their research, how they conducted their research, the results they found, and what they learned. Urvi Viamajala, 16, a rising junior at Southview, explained to passersby the process of creating hexagonal benzene, which creates graphene nanoribbons that are used in creating electronics.
Bowling Green men's basketball player, assistant coach to square off in Olympic qualifier
An assistant coach and a current player both with the Bowling Green State University’s men’s basketball team will square off against each other, playing for their respective countries on Saturday in a FIBA men’s Olympic qualification tournament semifinal. Lourawls Nairn, Jr., an assistant coach with BGSU and player for the Bahamas national team, will meet junior forward Youssef Khayat and Lebanon at the Pavello Municipal Font de Sant Lluís in Valencia, Spain. Both countries advanced out of the preliminary group round, and Saturday’s winner will meet the Finland-Spain winner in the championship game. The tournament winner will advance to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Bahamas defeated Finland and Poland to win its group, while Lebanon lost to Spain but defeated Angola by four points to advance. Khayat had nine points and six rebounds in a starting role in the Angola win.
Music at the Museum sounds off at Wood County Museum
BOWLING GREEN — The Wood County Museum will hold a free concert July 11, starting at 6 p.m. Music at the Museum will be held on the east wing porch of the County Home building at 13660 County Home Rd. Nikki “D” & the Browns a.k.a Sisters of Thunder will perform at 6, followed by Distant Cousinz at 7:30 p.m. Concert-goers may bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Food trucks will also be on site. Additional concert dates are Aug. 8 and Sept.19. For more information, visit woodcountyhistory.org.
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...
💰State grant of $700,000 for Gibsonburg will help give downtown a facelift
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Smoke alarms save lives: Fire departments want to equip public with detectors
TOLEDO, Ohio — Fire departments across the area want you to know that having working smoke alarms could save your life if your home catches on fire. According to a National Fire Protection Association report, almost three out of five deaths happen in home without a fire alarm or with one that does not work. According to the report, power source issues are the most common reason smoke alarms do not operate.
1 killed, 3 injured in Fulton County crash
LYONS, Ohio — An Adrian man was killed and three other people injured in a two-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon in Fulton County. According to the Toledo post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Richard Kinnick, 74, was driving south on State Rt. 109 when he failed to stop for the stop sign at U.S. 20 and was struck by a westbound vehicle that was being driven by John Garrow, 68, of Waldron, Mich. Mr. Kinnick was not wearing his seat belt and was pronounced dead at the scene. Mr. Kinnick’s passenger, Laura Berger, 71, of Sarasota, Fla., was transported to ProMedica Toledo Hospital with serious injuries. Ms. Berger was wearing her seat belt. Mr. Garrow and his passenger, Laura Garrow, 66, also of Waldron, Mich., suffered minor injuries. They were both transported to the Fulton County Health Center for treatment.
Spotted lanternfly seen for second time in Michigan
Michigan has become a home for many invasive insects over the years. One insect has yet to fully inhabit the state but has just been spotted for the second time in two years. The spotted lanternfly is a brightly colored insect known for its red, white, black and tan appearance, as well as its spotted wings. However, they're known to suck the sap from trees and vines, damaging them and attracting other insects and even mold to the plants.
Ryan Vilade hits grand slam in 9th inning to lift Toledo Mud Hens past Columbus Clippers
Recap: Ryan Vilade's grand slam off Mason Hickman (1-4) in the ninth inning gave the Mud Hens the win at Huntington Park. Alvaro Gonzalez opened the ninth with a double. Parker Meadows then singled before Justice Bigbie was hit by a pitch to load the bases. Hickman then struck out Spencer Torkelson and Bligh Madris before Vilade delivered with the grand slam. For Columbus, Jose Tena had two hits and Bryan Lavastida homered.
Columbus Clippers walk off against Mud Hens in 4-3 comeback victory
COLUMBUS — Jose Tena’s two-out solo home run to right field completed the home team’s comeback, as the Columbus Clippers defeated the Toledo Mud Hens 4-3 on Friday night at Huntington Park. The Clippers outscored the Mud Hens 4-1 over the final four innings after trailing 3-0. In the bottom of the ninth inning, Toledo went to relief pitcher Sean Guenther who struck out both Micah Pries and Christian Cairo. However, the third batter Guenther faced, Tena, took him deep to right field for his 15th home run of the season, securing the victory for the Clippers. Guenther suffered the loss to drop to 3-1. The Hens went ahead 1-0 in the top of the fourth inning by way of Dillon Dingler’s 11th homer of the year.
'They just love baseball': Archbold Jr. ACME Baseball set to host, compete in State Tournament
ARCHBOLD, Ohio — Summer is coming to a close and so too the ACME Baseball season. The Junior State Tournament is set to begin on July 8 in Archbold. And wouldn't you know, the team who calls Memorial Park home is among the field battling for this year's title.
Wauseon teen donates clothes to those in need
WAUSEON, Ohio — Sometimes purging your closet can feel fulfilling. But what if you knew your clothes were going to someone who could really need them? That's what Hailey Coulter, an eighth-grade student in Wauseon, is trying today. The Coulter family was inspired to give back after they experienced...
Why it Matters: Democrats deciding whether to back Biden
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Republicans are trying to capitalize on President Biden’s poor debate performance to win races up and down the ballot as Democrats decide how to support him and reassure voters he’s still fit for the job. You can watch the full Why it Matters above.
Car dealerships still working to recover after CDK Global cyberattack in June
TOLEDO, Ohio — Car dealerships throughout the company are recovering following the CDK Global cyberattack on June 19. CDK Global provides sales and client management software tools to thousands of car dealers throughout the United States. The cyberattack is being considered a "ransom event," according to CBS News. Local...
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