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Former BGSU baseball standout Archer feeling optimistic heading into 2024 MLB Draft
Positive momentum has continued to build for Nathan Archer, and that could lead to a memorable moment within the next couple of days. The former Bowling Green State University baseball standout and 2024 Mid-American Conference player of the year is feeling optimistic heading into this week’s MLB draft. After a highly successful and historic three-year BGSU career, Archer has gotten plenty of national attention recently while producing at a high level in the MLB Draft League. “Ever since the college season ended, I’ve been doing some pre-draft workouts for some teams, and then I got to play in the MLB Draft League for a couple weeks, so everything leading up to it has been good so far,” Archer said. “... I think it’s important to just be feeling good going into it. “I’ve been really fortunate to have some success this summer, and I feel like I’m in a good place.”
BG Police arrest man for felony burglary after resident reportedly pins suspect to ground
Bowling Green Police responded to a reported burglary in progress early this morning (7/15/24) to find the suspect pinned down in the front yard. Police were called around 3 a.m. to the 300 block of South Main Street. A resident there told police he was asleep in his bedroom when he awoke to find a man standing in his room.
BG Schools Foundation to celebrate 25 years with Scott Hamilton, awards, acts of service by students
The Bowling Green Schools Foundation is celebrating its 25th anniversary of dedicated support to the Bowling Green City Schools. Since its inception in 1999, the BGSF, a registered 501(c)3 charitable organization, has distributed hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, teacher grants, and support for student and school programs, significantly enhancing the educational experience within the Bowling Green community.
Dan Sheaffer Named President/CEO of the Findlay•Hancock County Alliance
The Findlay•Hancock County Alliance board of directors have announced that Dan Sheaffer will serve as the organization’s President/CEO effective August 1st, 2024. He follows Don Bruce who will be retiring at the end of July. Tony Price, Chairman of the Board, said, “We are excited to have Dan...
Fostoria Police searching for alleged robber
FOSTORIA, Ohio (WTVG) - The Fostoria Police Department is asking for help identifying a man accused of robbing a Dollar General on July 14. According to a press release from the police department, a Dollga General employee reported that a man came into the store around 9:50 p.m. Sunday and demanded money from the register. The employee told police that the man reached into his back pocket and said, “Don’t make me use this.”
Mary Munga Signs with Toledo for 2024-25 Season
TOLEDO, Ohio – Toledo Director of Cross Country and Track & Field Andrea Grove-McDonough has announced that Mary Munga has signed with the Rockets as a transfer for the 2024-25 cross country and track & field seasons. Munga comes from Akron, where she was an all-conference selection and registered...
Developer seeks zoning change to build low-income apartments on Dorr Street
A developer is seeking a zoning change at Dorr Street and Smead Avenue to construct a multiuse building that would include low-income apartments and small commercial shops. The 1.74-acre property at 1457 Dorr St. was once home to the St. Teresa parish and school. Two vacant buildings and a parking lot remain on the site. The applicant, Jim Jackson of JJ Holdings of Ohio LLC, is requesting the zoning change from CO office commercial to CM mixed commercial residential to redevelop the site for a mixed-use project that will include affordable multifamily housing and a health clinic, pharmacy, and other appropriate services on the ground floor for residents, the senior population, and the broader community. Preliminary development plans call for a 48,000-square-foot building with a ground floor of approximately 12,000 square feet for commercial uses and three floors above with apartments consisting of one and two-bedroom units.
First solar panels installed at Avangrid Ohio facility
On Thursday, Avangrid announced it had installed its first solar panels at its Powell Creek solar project near Miller City, Ohio. Powell Creek will be a 202 MWdc solar farm that is estimated to generate ... Read More » The post First solar panels installed at Avangrid Ohio facility appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Submissions for new Toledo flag now due Aug. 28
For the third time in the city of Toledo’s history, a new flag will be adopted. The city, founded Jan. 7, 1837, and nearing its 188th birthday, got its first flag in 1909. The flag was then redesigned in 1993. In recent years, local resident Jacob Parr designed a flag that he submitted to city council, but it was not adopted. The city has joined with the Arts Commission of Greater Toledo to jury a flag design contest that invites Toledoans to submit their best design ideas.
Five-Run eighth leads Chasers to 6-3 victory over Toledo
PAPILLION – The Omaha Storm Chasers took 5 of 6 games in this week's series against the Toledo Mud Hens, concluding wit a 6-3 win Sunday at Werner Park. In the series finale, Omaha starting pitcher Daniel Lynch IV fired 5.0 scoreless innings, allowing three hits and four walks to strand seven for no runs, while striking out four in a no-decision.
Massive ‘Shawshank Redemption’ 30th anniversary celebration set for Mansfield, Ohio
The 30th anniversary of the classic film "The Shawshank Redemption" will be celebrated with a massive event in the Ohio town and surrounding area where much of the movie was shot, featuring guided tours, behind-the-scenes panels, and appearances from cast members.
12th Annual Tree City Film Festival-50 Hour Film Challenge
The 12th annual Tree City Film Festival’s 50-hour Challenge is an exciting and intense weekend that invites teams of professional, student, non-professional, and even “armchair” filmmakers to write, shoot, edit, and premiere their own short films in just 50 hours. Teams start the challenge at the kickoff...
10 Years After Water Crisis, UToledo Researchers Remain Committed to Protecting Region’s Drinking Water
The Power To Do Public Impact Research: Since a harmful algal bloom forced the city of Toledo to issue a “Do Not Drink” water advisory in 2014, UToledo has been working to protect water quality and the health of Lake Erie for the half-million people in the region who depend on it for drinking water. This is the first in a five-part series detailing UToledo’s water quality research efforts over the past decade.
Gibsonburg's Leah Hall among athlete of year stories
Leah Hall was first-team in the Sandusky Bay Conference River Division for softball, second-team for basketball and led Gibsonburg volleyball in kills as a sophomore last season. One of this year's stories in the Michael K. Bosi athlete of the year series, Hall must wait to build on her success....
Twin sisters complete 50 half marathons in all 50 states
SYLVANIA, Ohio — On a July weekend in Sylvania, dozens of friends and family gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of sisters Katie Schohn and Peggy Manning. The 48-year old twins from Chelsea, Michigan recently completed the impressive feat of running 50 half marathons in each of the 50 states before turning 50 years of age.
Maumee mayor holds informational meeting
Maumee Mayor James MacDonald will host a community meeting Tuesday to provide information about a conveyance ordinance that requires a sanitary sewer inspection at private properties listed for sale. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. at Maumee City Council Chambers, 400 Conant St. The ordinance was passed June 17 in compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act of 1972 and subsequent state and federal environmental-protection mandates.
UT hosting Campus Crawl for prospective students
The University of Toledo will host an event Saturday for all prospective students who are interested learning more about the institution and would like to explore the main campus. The Campus Crawl will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and offer students the opportunity to meet with academic college representatives, talk with people from different campus offices, and meet with representatives of the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. People will also be able to play yard games, enjoy food trucks, and explore key campus facilities and landmarks at their own pace. Prospective students, their friends, and their families are welcome to attend. Any prospective students should register for the event in advance at the Campus Crawl page on the university website.
Mud Hens drop series finale at Omaha
PAPILLION, Neb. — The Toledo Mud Hens dropped their fifth out of six games Sunday at Omaha, losing 6-3 as the teams enter the All-Star break. Toledo (42-50) led 3-1 entering the bottom of the eighth inning. Omaha, however, rallied for five runs before setting the Mud Hens down quietly in the ninth to secure the victory. The Storm Chasers (59-32) batted around in the eighth. John Rave and Nate Eaton opened the inning with back-to-back doubles, with CJ Alexander’s infield grounder driving Rave home. Nelson Velazquez’s sacrifice fly sent Eaton home to tie things before a fielding error and a Ryan Fitzgerald base hit set up a Devin Mann RBI single that plated Tyler Gentry with the go-ahead run. Omaha finished out the inning with a two-RBI single by Brian O’Keefe. All the runs came off of Sean Guenther (3-3, second blown save), who replaced Easton Lucas at the start of the eighth.
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