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Ohio man completes 10,000 mile motorcycle challenge to help fellow veterans
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ohio (WCMH) – An Ohio man has completed a 10,000 mile motorcycle challenge — and he did it all with the goal of helping veterans. Patrick Romeo, who is a veteran himself, first completed the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge in 2020. After completing it once, he did not think he would do it […]
Language confirmed for Issue 1, the proposed redistricting amendment
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — After a two-hour long meeting, the Ohio Ballot Board approved language for Issue 1, the sole statewide initiative that will be on the ballot this November. Issue 1 is a proposed constitutional amendment to give citizens, instead of politicians, the power of the pen when it comes to redistricting. The final […]
Otsego Knights | Big Board Friday Countdown
TONTOGANY, Ohio — Otsego overview:. 2023 Record: 4-7 (Made Playoffs) Head Coach: Craig Rutherford (1st year) Carter Lampe, Senior LB (2nd Team All-NBC) Jake Limes, Senior LB (2nd Team All-NBC) WEEK 1 8/23 vs. Bowling Green. WEEK 2 8/30 @ Tinora. WEEK 3 9/6 vs. Liberty Center. WEEK 4...
Firefly Nights celebrates under clear skies with chance of bubbles
Firefly Nights wound up its summer series of festivals on Wooster Green Friday night. The festivities were undeterred by the smaller footprint with vendors on the periphery of the green, music by Timmy C and Corduroy Road in the gazebo, food trucks and tables next door at the Presbyterian Church, and the bungie trampoline and other kids activities in the middle.
Hundreds of bikers ride into Fort Jennings to kick off "Fort Fest"
FORT JENNINGS, OH (WLIO) - Patriotism filled the entire village of Fort Jennings on Friday as residents began a full weekend of festivities!. The Putnam County village kicked off this year's Fort Fest with the biker escort tradition of the POW/MIA wall as a way to pay tribute for our soldiers. Nearly 400 bikers, along with emergency and military vehicles, started their engines in Beaverdam and rode through Delphos, Kalida, and Ottoville before arriving back in Fort Jennings. When the bikers arrived, the streets were lined up with festival goers passionately waving the American flag, a sight that symbolizes the meaning of Fort Fest—to honor those brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Owens president looks to continue momentum in second year of strategic plan
Dr. Dione D. Somerville began her fourth academic year as president on Monday, Aug. 12 by sharing highlights of the Owens Community College strategic plan for faculty, staff and community guests, including Ohio Association of Community Colleges president and CEO Avi Zaffini. She also recognized this year’s Presidential Teaching Award...
Whitehouse Anthony Wayne grinds out close victory over Ottawa-Glandorf
Whitehouse Anthony Wayne topped Ottawa-Glandorf 2-1 in a tough tilt for an Ohio girls soccer victory on Aug. 17. Whitehouse Anthony Wayne steamrolled in front of Ottawa-Glandorf 1-0 to begin the final half. The gap remained steady with both teams scoring evenly in the second half. Last season, Ottawa-Glandorf and...
Glass City Dog Park celebrates 10th anniversary
A community space was given to the four legged friends of Toledo, and Saturday marked the 10-year anniversary of that gift. Dog owners solidified their support for their loving pets through the creation of the Glass City Dog Park in 2014. “I was around for this. She was the one who knocked on the all the doors,”” Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken said, referring to Tina Yoppolo’s part in the founding of the park. Legend, as told by Ms. Yoppolo, has it that during an effort to convince her daughter to move back home to Toledo, her daughter retorted, “Toledo doesn't even have a dog park.”
Boy rescued from pool dies Friday
An 11-year-old Toledo boy died Friday after being rescued from a city pool earlier in the week. Donte Toney’s cause of death was ruled to be complications from drowning, according to Dr. Jeffrey Hudson of the Lucas County Coroner’s Office. Toledo police said Donte and a 9-year-old scaled an eight-foot fence at Roosevelt Pool on Monday evening, with the 11-year-old jumping into the water and going under. Sgt. Pat Myslinski said the boys, who are related and live in the nearby neighborhood, were riding bicycles near the pool, which is not open Mondays and decided to scale the fence around it.
Mud Hens fall as Charlotte benefits from big inning
CHARLOTTE — A five-run fourth inning did most of the damage as the Toledo Mud Hens lost 6-4 to the Charlotte Knights on Saturday afternoon at Truist Field. The Mud Hens, in their first game after Spencer Torkelson was called back up to the Detroit Tigers, lost for the third time in five games this week in Charlotte. They will aim for a series split in Sunday’s finale. Charlotte got the scoring started when Wilmer Difo hit a ground ball with runners on first and third, resulting in a run for Oscar Colas in the bottom of the second. In the top of the third, Justice Bigbie led off with a single before advancing to second on Riley Unroe’s walk and then to third on a wild pitch. He scored the tying run on a Ryan Vilade RBI groundout.
Rockets Honor Special Needs Students at Ninth Annual Victory Day
The University of Toledo football program hosted its ninth annual Victory Day, inviting around 35 special needs students from Toledo Public Schools to share in the joy of football. Students engaged with Rocket players through drills, received personal recognition as they scored touchdowns, and formed mentor relationships with the athletes. Head Coach Jason Candle emphasized the importance of this event for both the players and the children, providing a unique opportunity for connection and perspective. The event, founded in 2010, celebrates the spirit of inclusion and community engagement within the sport.
Briggs: Toledo native Jim Joyce at peace, but he's 'all for' renewed effort to overturn blown Galarraga call
Dating to the bygone afternoon that a future Toledo high school teacher named Lee Richmond pitched the first “no-man-reach-first baseball game” — as he called it in 1880 before there was a name for such a feat — there have been 24 perfect games in MLB history. Or is it 25? If another Toledoan has his way, it is past time to amend the official count. “Absolutely,” Jim Joyce said. “I’m all for it. If the commissioner can do that, I’ll sign the papers tomorrow. Send them to me.”
Dennis Hopson resigns as Lourdes men's basketball coach
Dennis Hopson, a high school basketball standout at Bowsher who went on to a stellar collegiate career at Ohio State before playing five seasons in the NBA, has resigned as men’s basketball head coach at Lourdes University, the NAIA program in Sylvania announced Friday evening. In a news release, the university said Hopson’s resignation took place in order to pursue other opportunities and was effective immediately. Associate head coach Jake DuPree will serve as interim head coach for the 2024-25 season. For the everlasting impact you have left, and for so much more, We all thank you, Coach Hopson ????????Full release: https://t.co/dAgfRG8GSx #PawsUp Hopson went 97-41 in five seasons as coach, winning at least 20 games every season except for the pandemic-shortened 2020-21 campaign. He is the winningest coach in the program’s 14-year history.
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