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2 veteran politicians vying for Lucas County commissioner's seat
Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken is seeking re-election to his seat, but his challenger, former Toledo City Councilman Tom Waniewski, hopes to get elected instead. Mr. Gerken, 72, assumed office in 2005. He has announced his retirement in December. But if re-elected, he will serve out his four year term. “I paid into my retirement fund for 28 years. The law allows me to access my retirement benefits at my age, then continue on as commissioner, if I’m re-elected,” he said. Mr. Gerken, a Democrat, said he is running for re-election because he wants to “continue the growth of Lucas County.”
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.
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.
Area Jewish and Palestinian communities hold rallies on the first anniversary of Oct. 7 attacks
Two Toledo-area rallies — one pro-Israel and one pro-Palestine — sounded contrasting messages Monday a year after the massacre of Israeli victims and hostage-taking by Hamas militants, which was followed by a barrage of Gaza by Israeli Defense Forces. The events came as hostilities continued to escalate across the Middle East, with Israel carrying out airstrikes against the Hamas-allied Hezbollah in Lebanon and projectiles firing from the Palestinian territory at Israel. On Monday night, Jewish Federation and Foundation of Greater Toledo held a community vigil to mark the one-year remembrance of the Oct. 7, 2023, massacre. About 200 people prayed and heard stories of massacre victims, hostages, and survivors, including those who rushed to help. The 90-minute event at Temple Shomer Emunim also featured a reflection-therapy session led by Melinda Kostecky, an art therapist from Sylvania’s Sophia Counseling Center, and a video presentation about the massacre featuring “OK (We Are Not Okay),” a song by Five for Fighting's lead singer, John Ondrasik, written in response to the attack.
Domestic violence shelter observes awareness month
BOWLING GREEN — Lampposts along Main Street will be adorned with purple ribbons throughout October in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The ribbons are one of the ways The Cocoon, a domestic and sexual violence advocacy center and emergency shelter in Wood County, will highlight its work. “While The Cocoon supports survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and their children, all year long, October is a nationally recognized time to lift the voices of those experiencing violence, celebrate their successes in transitioning to lives free from abuse, and mourn those who have lost their lives,” Robin Guidera, the shelter’s director of development and communications, said in a statement. A pair of displays in the student union of Bowling Green State University are also planned. The Wood County Clothesline Project, consisting of T-shirts created by violence survivors or in honor of others, will be exhibited in the Oval on Oct. 16. The What Were You Wearing display, featuring outfits that mirror those worn by survivors at the time of their assault, will be displayed Oct. 23-24.
Elevating Orleans Park: Perrysburg council approves $923,733 multiuse trail
An Orleans Park improvement has been approved, with Perrysburg City Council planning for more work in the future. Council voted last week to spend $923,733 for an elevated multiuse trail from Green Lane through the wooded area to the end of the existing path on the north side of the parking lot at Orleans Park. The park stretches along the Maumee River. Weber Contracting of Archbold, Ohio, will do the work for $839,757 plus a 10 percent contingency. Councilman Kerry Wellstein said the work is slated for next summer.
GasBuddy: Northwest Ohio fuel prices expected to drop again this week, see how much
TOLEDO, Ohio — Gas prices in the Toledo area have dropped 19 cents over the last week, an analyst for GasBuddy says. A gallon of gas costs, on average, $3.00 in Toledo as of Monday, according to a GasBuddy survey of 315 gas stations. Prices at the pump are now 10.5 cents lower than a month ago.
Culinary dreams: Regional students young and old work toward careers in the kitchen
The best part of my day growing up was coming home from school and turning on the Food Network. I’d spend hours watching my favorite chefs, Bobby Flay and Ina Garten, make their signature dishes, hoping to be just like them one day. I dreamed of becoming a chef, having my own restaurant, and being colleagues with both Food Network stars. Although culinary school wasn’t the path I took to work with the food industry, area students in parts of Ohio and Michigan are living out the dreams I once had. And now — I get to share their stories. It starts at Owens
Align Center for Workforce Development signs contract to upskill workers at satellite facility
ADRIAN — While the Align Center for Workforce Development continues to breathe new life into a centrally located facility in east Adrian, plans also are moving forward with a satellite facility on U.S. 12 in northern Lenawee County. Last week, Align Lenawee and the Align Center for Workforce Development — a nonprofit organization dedicated to workforce development in Lenawee County — announced the signing of a contract to outfit a satellite facility on U.S. 12 that will...
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.
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