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‘All kids deserve nutrition’: Michigan private schools fight for free meals
Most students returning to school this month once again have the promise of free breakfast and lunch every day, but thousands of other children will be left out. More than 4,200 students attending nonpublic schools around the state would be eligible for Michigan’s free school meals program if lawmakers and the governor saw fit to extend the program beyond public schools only.
Detroit Tigers promote new prospect Trey Sweeney from Triple-A Toledo for MLB debut
The Detroit Tigers are calling up one of the two prospects acquired from the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Jack Flaherty trade. Infielder Trey Sweeney, who joined the Tigers at the July 30 trade deadline, has been promoted from Triple-A Toledo for his MLB debut, according to a source not at liberty to...
Trump’s support of Kamala Harris campaign in 2011 focus of buzzy Michigan billboard
LINCOLN PARK, MI — A political billboard ad here involving the 2024 presidential race is gaining some viral buzz online. On Internet forums such as Facebook and Reddit, passersby are sharing images of a digital billboard showing what appears to be a copy of a $5,000 check Donald Trump donated to Kamala Harris’ political campaign when she was seeking reelection as California’s attorney general more than a decade ago.
The Big Chill: Farmer’s Almanac Forecast for Michigan This Winter
Too early to talk about winter? Maybe, since Michigan still has a good chunk of summer left and parts of the country are sweating it out with record-breaking high temperatures, but the ''cold" hard fact is the season of chill is just around the corner. Since 1818 the Farmers' Almanac...
Mud Hens fall 3-2 to Charlotte Knights in 10 innings
CHARLOTTE — The Toledo Mud Hens managed only four hits and fell to the Charlotte Knights 3-2 in 10 innings on Thursday at Truist Field. The Mud Hens went quietly in the top of the 10th, failing to advance automatic runner Riley Unroe from second base. In the bottom half, Charlotte’s Bryan Ramos laced a two-out, walk-off single up the middle off Devin Sweet (7-6). Zach DeLoach scored from second as the winning run. Charlotte pitchers combined to retire the final 12 Toledo batters in order, with Aaron McGarity (8-1) pitching the final two innings to get the victory.
Point Place homes may be affected by sanitary main collapse
A 24-inch sanitary main along Ottawa River Road has collapsed and is in need of two separate repairs, the city of Toledo announced Thursday. Repair work is set to begin Monday. In the meantime, sewer and drainage crews will use pumps to minimize the impact on residents and will monitor the area over the weekend. The main services Point Place homes between Ottawa River Road and 305th Street and down to 131st Street. Residents are asked to call Engage Toledo at 419-936-2020 to report water in a basement.
Southview High School surfaces legacy of Jim Mayzes with unveil of new turf football field
SYLVANIA, Ohio — There are not many high schools left in our area with a grass football field. The benefits of installing turf have led many programs to make the switch and most recently that title belongs to Southview High School. The Cougars will experience the phenomenon of playing...
Oregon: Police officer receives award
An officer of the Oregon Police Division has been chosen as Ohio Instructor of the Year by Law Enforcement Against Drugs & Violence, a nationwide nonprofit organization that works with communities to help students understand the dangers of drug abuse and violence. Sara Shaw was presented the award at LEADs...
Major Home Improvement Chain Shutters 94 Stores including Michigan
LL Flooring - which you probably know by its former name Lumber Liquidators - has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain currently owns and operates locations in 47 US states. LL Flooring Closing Stores in Michigan. The flooring company announced earlier this week that it plans to shutter 94...
4 killed, at least 10 injured in 3 separate crashes on Ohio Turnpike
Four people were killed and several others were injured Thursday on the Ohio Turnpike in a series of crashes involving multiple trucks, including one that spilled sulfuric acid, the State Highway Patrol said. Traffic was shut down for several hours on both directions of the heavily traveled route that carries Interstate 80 and connects Chicago and the East Coast.The first crash in the eastbound lanes just west of Toledo left two dead and involved a truck hauling sulfuric acid and a passenger vehicle, the patrol said. Emergency crews set up a 150-foot (46-meter) perimeter around the spill. A second crash involving four commercial vehicles and a passenger vehicle while traffic backed up left one dead. Just under an hour after the initial crash, a third pileup on the opposite westbound side of the turnpike left another person dead, the patrol said.Authorities said at least 10 people were taken to hospitals. The four people who died have not been identified.Twelve vehicles were involved in the crashes, CBS affiliate WTOL-TV reported.
Prominent 2020 election denier seeks GOP nod for Michigan Supreme Court race
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Donald Trump ally who faces felony charges of trying to illegally access and tamper with voting machines is seeking the Republican nomination for the highest court in Michigan, an epicenter of efforts to overturn the 2020 election. In June, attorney Matthew DePerno announced his...
Lourdes University to host book launch for alumnus Tim Berta
Lourdes University will hold a book launch of Fielder’s Choice, a memoir by alumnus Tim Berta, who was injured in the Bluffton University baseball team bus crash in 2007. Mr. Berta, a Lourdes graduate and former college athlete, shares his journey in a memoir that delves into the challenges he faced following the life-altering event. The crash claimed the lives of five teammates, the bus driver, and his wife. Mr. Berta sustained catastrophic injuries and was initially told he would never recover. The book launch will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. Lourdes alumna Chrys Peterson will emcee the event, which will include a talk by and book signing with the author. Tickets range from $30 to $50. A portion of the proceeds will support student scholarships.
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