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Swanton residents, businesses feeling impact from delays of major road construction projects
SWANTON, Ohio — Back in June, the village of Swanton said a sewer repair project at Airport Highway and South Main Street would only last a couple of weeks. But last week, the village said on social media that waterline issues had hindered progress, delaying the project until the middle of October.
Editorial: Hands off political signs
Whoever is running around Maumee pulling Harris-Walz campaign signs out of yards should cease and desist immediately. Does this individual not know that webcams are everywhere? Read more Blade editorials Already, a bald man in shorts is seen in several doorbell cameras pulling up campaign signs for the Democratic candidate for president.
'We're paying attention': Maumee citizens committee continues to work on sewer solutions
Maumee resident Chelsea Ziss used to drive through the city giving little notice to the arches going up overhead in the Uptown area or trees sprouting the length of the Anthony Wayne Trail. “We’re all kind of guilty of not paying attention before. I didn’t pay attention,” she said while leading a Citizens of Maumee Action Committee meeting. “I wasn’t at city council meetings. I wasn’t reading the ordinances or agendas — until this,” Ms. Ziss said. “This” was a wildly unpopular ordinance that required homeowners to get a sewer inspection and do repairs before a sale. The legislation was repealed by city council after more than 1,000 citizens signed a referendum petition.
What to know about Perrysburg Schools' operating levy on the November ballot
PERRYSBURG, Ohio — With six weeks to go until Election Day, Perrysburg Schools will be asking voters to approve an incremental operating levy. It's something district Superintendent Tom Hosler says is different from the last two 'no' votes at the polls, which were bond issues. "This is money that...
To the editor: Former state rep backs Connor Rose for Wood County Recorder
Having served as the 3rd District’s state representative and Wood County commissioner, I have seen firsthand the importance of strong leadership, integrity, and electing qualified individuals to public office. Wood County Recorder candidate Connor Rose is a real estate professional with a clear understanding of the specific needs of the office. Connor has a fresh perspective and vision for improving efficiency, enhancing public accessibility, and ensuring accuracy of records. Submit a letter to the editor I have seen Connor Rose at many community events throughout Wood County supporting fund-raisers held by volunteer fire departments, attending community festivals, participating in parades, and tirelessly knocking on doors to get to know people. I’ve worked closely with many elected officials over the years, and I can confidently say that Connor Rose possesses the dedication, work ethic, knowledge, and integrity necessary to be an outstanding public servant. On Nov. 5, I encourage the citizens of Wood County to join me in voting Connor Rose for Recorder.
New Perrysburg Twp. administration building still going through bid process
Construction on a new Perrysburg Township administration building won’t begin until next year, officials said. Awarding the building bid had initially been on the agenda for last week’s meeting. The trustees, however, took no action on the measure. After the meeting, township Administrator Jon Eckel said the township engineer is reviewing the bids. “When we read the proposals, all the firms can’t start until spring,” Mr. Eckel said. “So there wasn’t any hurry any longer.”
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