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Former Wayne Local School District treasurer charged with committing crimes in office
A former Wayne Local School District treasurer is facing three felony charges in connection with his tenure in public office. On Monday, a Warren County grand jury returned a three-count indictment for Ronald James, 69, of Waynesville. He is charged with tampering with evidence, theft in office, and having an unlawful interest in a public contract. ...
Toledo Fire and Rescue has plans in place to ensure construction doesn't disrupt response times
TOLEDO, Ohio — Dozens of construction projects are happening across Toledo this year. Projects causing detours, delays and headaches. For emergency services, it's important to have a plan in place to get around when seconds count. Toledo Fire and Rescue has seen a change in response time, but Deputy...
African American Legacy Project celebrates 20 years of preserving history
With the goal of preserving and sharing Toledo’s rich Black history, 20 years ago Robert Smith spearheaded the African American Legacy Project of Northwest Ohio. “I saw that we were losing our history. I wanted to preserve our history,” Mr. Smith, founder and president of the nonprofit organization, said. “It was essential as far as I was concerned, and it's proven to be true because when we came in, not many were talking about our history. Now everybody is talking about it,” he said. “That means we’ve done our jobs.” The vision of the project focuses not only on preserving and promoting Toledo’s Black history but also recognizing and honoring past and present contributions to ensure the legacy endures.
Bike rides near downtown build community among cyclists
Everyone loves a parade, but they don’t expect to see one in Toledo on a Tuesday night. “People will come out on their porch and wave to us,” said Alexa Lang, one of the organizers of the B Team Bike Club. “The kids will be yelling out ‘Pop a wheelie!’ and run along with us as we’re biking down the road.” A swarm of double-wheeled cyclists meets at Levis Square downtown to meander, as part of the B Team Bike Club, a club that’s proud to be made up of casual cyclists. “None of us were friends before this all started,” Ms. Lang said. “We all have just met each other, and we’re all still meeting each other.”
Editorial: Flag designs fix nonexisting problem
The Blade’s publishing a week ago Sunday of the explanations of the designs of the finalists for a new city flag (“Civic symbolism: City flag designs think deeply about city history, composition”) revealed an impressive level of thought and imagination by Toledo artists. When the 10 finalists for the city’s flag contest were first released, many of the designs were visually interesting or appealing, but the meanings could only be guessed at. We get that the star represents the sun, and that the number of points has some relevance. When we see blue we know that’s water, though in Toledo green might be the more appropriate hue. Once the designers’ explanations were offered the flag designs became more meaningful.
South Toledo gallery accepting ofrendas for upcoming exhibition
People who wish to make an ofrenda for an upcoming Dia de los Muertos celebration at the Jose Martinez Memorial Galeria need to register by Friday to be included in the monthlong event. The exhibit, which will run from Oct. 22 to Nov. 22 at the gallery at 1222 Broadway St., will showcase the cultural tradition of commemorating the lives of loved ones who have died. It will feature elaborate ofrendas (altars honoring the deceased); art installations; and educational tours that discuss the heritage behind this Mexican tradition. For more information about the exhibition or to register an ofrenda for the event, go to sqacc.org.
FirstEnergy Ohio to enhance service reliability through substation expansion
FirstEnergy Ohio will be expanding and upgrading a high-voltage substation to increase service reliability in northwestern Ohio. The substation expansion, in Sylvania Township, Lucas County, Ohio, will include installing automated equipment and technology that will ... Read More » The post FirstEnergy Ohio to enhance service reliability through substation expansion appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Stone: Apple crunch of a different kind
The very first time I heard about the great apple crunch, my mind immediately took me to the kitchen and the amazing smells of a pan of freshly baked apple crunch right out of the oven. To my disappointment at first, and then excitement soon after, I learned of the real meaning of The Great Apple Crunch. Now is a perfect time to try the many varieties of Ohio apples. The Buckeye State is one of the top 10 states in apple production in the U.S. Apple producers that call Ohio home produce around 50 different varieties, including some Ohio originals. Each apple variety possesses its own unique appearance, flavor, and texture which ultimately helps determine its use or uses. Did you know that apples are one of the most popular fruits consumed in the United States? Apples are great to eat, cook with, preserve and grow. Growing fresh fruit in your own backyard can be a fun way to put tasty treats on your table, but there are also many decisions to make as you think about growing apples.
QB Bazelak playing at 'lights out' level for BGSU football
BOWLING GREEN — Consistent production has catapulted Bowling Green State University quarterback Connor Bazelak to the top of the Mid-American Conference in a couple significant categories this season. The sixth-year senior has made a lot of right decisions that have enabled him to perform at a level that BGSU coach Scot Loeffler called “lights out.” “I think I’ve just tried to think about doing my job, not trying to do anything special out on the field,” Bazelak said. “I know coach Loeffler always talks about just going from one to two to three, four, and throwing to the first open guy I see. “So that’s what I’ve tried to do, and off schedule-wise when things break down, then I’m making plays, letting my talent take over, and I think I’m doing a good job of that when we’ve seen so much drop eight stuff the past two weeks.”
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