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Ohio traffic deaths up compared to ten years ago despite recent declines
The July 4 weekend means Ohio’s roads will be packed with holiday travelers. AAA projects almost 61 million will hit the road and another 10 million have other travel plans. A recent report digging through a decade of traffic fatality data offers a reminder to be patient behind the wheel. The Roadway Information Program, or […] The post Ohio traffic deaths up compared to ten years ago despite recent declines appeared first on Ohio Capital Journal.
Lucas County Fair Returns To Maumee On July 8
BY KRISTI FISH | MIRROR REPORTER — The 2024 Lucas County Fair returns on Monday, July 8 through Sunday, July 14 with exhibits, vendors, food trucks and more. Mechanical rides, a woodcarver and a strolling dinosaur act will draw the attention of attendees of all ages. This year’s grand...
Maumee’s Historic Agreement With Firefighters Union Creates Nine New Jobs To Staff Full-Time Department
BY MIKE McCARTHY | MIRROR EDITOR — History was made bright and early on Tuesday morning as Maumee City Council held a special meeting to approve a resolution ratifying, adopting and authorizing a three-year collective bargaining agreement between the city of Maumee and the International Association of Firefighters Local 4536 (IAFF).
Full STEAM Ahead: Summer Camp Helps Keep Students’ Skills Sharp
BY KRISTI FISH | MIRROR REPORTER — School might be out for the summer, but Maumee Intermediate School was full of kindergarten through fifth-grade students in June. The Maumee Summer Camp hosted approximately 215 young students to reinforce math and reading skills and focus on hands-on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) activities during two different camp sessions.
Maumee Girls Basketball Staying Sharp In Summer
BY JEREMY SCHNEIDER | MIRROR SPORTS — Tipoff for the next girls basketball season might be about five months away, but Maumee has been hard at work over the summer, participating in two leagues. The Panthers have taken part in the Port Clinton 3-on-3 league and the Rossford Summer...
Voter accuracy program going statewide in Ohio
(The Center Square) – A pilot program targeting the accuracy of voter rolls in Ohio is now going statewide. Secretary of State Frank LaRose recently announced a new voter data integrity program that began in six counties and is now going statewide. The program uses county-specific digital dashboards to help identify voter registration discrepancies. “These data entry discrepancies are not commonly indicative of fraud or irregularities, but they must be...
Faithful vacationing: The differing effects of the summer season on different congregations
How does one keep holy the Lord’s Day when they’re soaking up rays on the beach and their church is back home? “I always encourage people: Don't take a break from Jesus while you're on vacation,” said the Rev. Msgr. Charles Singler, pastor of St. Rose Catholic Church in Perrysburg. “Don't take a vacation from the Lord.” He and other area pastors said people may tune into their home church via live stream or check out a congregation where they’re visiting. “I love to visit local churches and other communities ... when I'm on vacation,” said Luke Shortridge, pastor of the Perrysburg campus of CedarCreek Church. “We don't feel at CedarCreek like it's us or nobody. ... We love other churches; we support other pastors as much as possible.”
AW Schools Receives State Auditor’s Award
BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — Anthony Wayne Local Schools has earned the Ohio Auditor of State Award. “Only about 8 percent out of the 6,000 entities we audit are even eligible for this award,” said Lori Brodie, the northwest regional liaison for Ohio State Auditor Keith Faber. “This puts the district in a very select group.”
Vilade's 9th-inning fireworks give Mud Hens holiday win
COLUMBUS — With the Toledo Mud Hens down to their last out in the top of the ninth, Ryan Vilade changed the game with one swing. The left fielder’s grand slam gave the Mud Hens the lead with their first runs since the first inning, and a clean bottom of the ninth wrapped up a 5-3 Independence Day win over the Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park. America loved this one ???????????? https://t.co/2joEn5m2k6 pic.twitter.com/OWWEpvWn0T Toledo’s only other run also came with two outs as Parker Meadows led off the game with a walk in the first inning before stealing second. After two batters struck out, Dillon Dingler delivered an RBI single for the 1-0 lead.
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.
Crash takes down traffic light at Monroe and Sylvania
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A car crash in Toledo Thursday morning took out a traffic light at a heavily-traveled intersection. The crash happened around 7:00 a.m. at Sylvania Avenue and Monroe Street in West Toledo. A city worker told 13 Action News the intersection would likely be dark into the afternoon. They’re hoping they traffic light can be back up and running around 2:00-3:00pm Thursday.
Juvenile suspect arrested, charged in fatal Findlay shooting
FINDLAY, Ohio — Police have arrested and charged a suspect in the Findlay shooting that killed 18-year-old J'vion Zimmerman, according to a press release. The suspect was located and arrested, Findlay police said in a release Thursday. The suspect, who is a juvenile, was charged with the following counts:
Enjoy Local Art and Food at the Summer Craft Market
If you are in need of a shopping spree Saturday, check out the Summer Craft Market hosted by False Chord Brewing Co on July 13. The craft market will take place at the City of Findlay Municipal, Parking Lot F, located off W. Crawford Street at 318 Dorney Plaza. This...
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