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Kenton Rotary Hosts Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library Outreach Coordinator at Recent Meeting
Kenton Rotary heard from the Outreach Coordinator of the Mary Lou Johnson Hardin County District Library at a recent meeting. Mary Gallo gave an overview of the services offered at the library for individuals who are homebound or cannot come to the library for whatever reason. Gallo delivers books, movies...
Tickets on Sale for 13th Annual Purse Bingo for Safe Haven of Hardin County
Tickets are continuing to be sold for the 13th Annual Purse Bingo for Safe Haven of Hardin County. The event will be held on Saturday, July 27th starting at 5pm at the Kenton Moose Family Center in Kenton. Before you buy tickets from someone who is saying they have tickets...
Napoleon man sentenced for pursuit across state line, fatal crash
MONROE, Mich. — A judge in Monroe on Thursday sentenced a Napoleon man to prison for leading police on a pursuit last year across the Ohio-Michigan state line that ended in a crash that killed his passenger. Kim Lynn Fitch Jr, 32, received 17-30 years for involuntary manslaughter, fleeing...
The KB showcases the twin musical talents of the Kyle & Kane Benner
Music pulses through the lives of 28-year-old twin brothers Kyle and Kane Benner, driving them to create their own blend of infectious beats and melancholy lyrics as The KB. Native to the Fostoria area, the brothers kindled their love for music at a young age, and in 6th grade, began playing in a band that rotated members throughout the years.
North Baltimore Garden Club hosts community-wide event to celebrate 90th birthday
NORTH BALTIMORE—The North Baltimore Garden Club will host a community party on Aug. 11 to celebrate its 90th birthday. The club was established in 1934 with Mae Fleckner as the first club president. A lot has changed over the last nine decades; however, the love the members have for gardening has remained consistent.
Trevor Bassitt, Clearing Hurdles: From Underdog to Olympian
Bluffton native and professional track athlete Trevor Bassitt has qualified for his first-ever Olympic Games, punching his ticket to Paris in the 400m Hurdles. You can catch Part II of this story Thursday at 10 & 11.
Slow progress halted by roof issue at former Great Eastern shopping center
Northwood city officials continue to try to stop work on a shopping center from going south. At the July 11 council meeting, Administrator Kevin Laughlin said there seems to be crisis after crisis at the former Great Eastern shopping center on Woodville Road, which has been in disrepair for years. On July 5, Zoning Inspector Amy Stribny called him and told him the roofs were missing on some of the suites in the shopping center, now called Northwood Commons, Mr. Laughlin said. “She was worried about the structural soundness of the units,” he said, adding that they contacted county building inspection. “They didn’t have building permits, they didn’t have zoning permits, anything to do the the work. And it’s not just the roofs, on several of the units, they’ve actually built walls — they’ve created office spaces and things like that without the proper authorization.”
Dr. John Francis “Jack” Brunner: Pioneering Toledo endocrinologist was a caring mentor
Dr. John Francis “Jack” Brunner, a pioneering Toledo endocrinologist and clinical professor, died July 8 in his Toledo home. He was 97. Dr. Brunner died after a brief illness, his son Rick Brunner said. He had several health conditions common for his age, Mr. Brunner said. As one of the first board-certified endocrinologists in Toledo, Dr. Brunner “took care of a lot of people with rare and complex health problems,” said his other son Dr. Jack Brunner, who followed in his father’s steps to become an endocrinologist. Dr. S. Amjad Hussain, a retired Toledo surgeon, said the elder Dr. Brunner was also “a very kind and caring physician and teacher,” noting that he was a former intern of Dr. Brunner at what is now Mercy Health St. Charles Hospital.
Maumee residents concerned over Ford St. project
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Residents along Ford St. in Maumee say they’re concerned over a project that will rip up their sidewalks for a multi-use path. Celeste Roberts said her elderly mother has lived in her home along Ford St. since the 60s. She said she is against the project.
Four Falcons Receive USTFCCCA All-Academic Awards
Wed, Jul, 17 | Women's Track and Field BOWLING GREEN, Ohio – The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) has announced its All-Academic student athletes. The Falcons were well represented on the list, with four student-athletes (Mateya Haintz, Jenna Lucas, Katherine Mendenhall and Bianca Staples) earning All-Academic honors. This marks the 12th consecutive year that at least one Bowling Green track & field athlete was named USTFCCCA All-Academic and the most in one year since 2021. The Falcons also had the second-most student-athletes represented of any school in the Mid-American Conference. Haintz, a mathematics major, returned...
The Fair Housing Center to Host Community Listening Sessions to Address Barriers to Fair Housing Choice
TOLEDO, OH. – The Fair Housing Center is excited to announce a series of community listening sessions aimed at identifying and addressing barriers to fair housing choice. We invite all residents and community leaders to participate in these sessions, share their experiences, and help shape the future of fair housing in our community.
TPD announces return of Dia/Stalker Toy and Pet Supply Drive
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Toledo Police Department has announced the return of its annual Dia/Stalker Toy and Pet Supply Drive. TPD says those who wish to donate can drop off items to the following locations:. Ottawa Park Station located at 2145 N. Cove Blvd. The Safety Building located at...
Fremont business owner wrongly arrested
FREMONT, Ohio (WTVG) - A Fremont business owner was arrested and taken to jail in a case of mistaken identity Friday. The Fremont Police Department has launched an internal investigation. Body cam video shows Fremont police officers going into Darnell McCloud’s restaurant and arresting him. “I have some bad...
City council temporarily bans new car washes, storage facilities in Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio — You will see fewer storage units and car washes popping up in the Glass City after Toledo City Council voted Wednesday on a temporary moratorium, or ban, on these types of new developments until Jan. 31, 2025. Luciano Dailey cleans and washes his car a few...
11 Investigates: Owners of rundown mobile home park near downtown have not made a tax payment since 2022 purchase
TOLEDO, Ohio — The owners of a rundown, dilapidated mobile home park within sight of downtown have not made a tax payment to the county since purchasing the property in 2022. On Wednesday, days after 11 Investigates highlighted multiple issues at Riverside Mobile Home Estates, a judge vacated his...
Four US Automation Companies Unite Under One Brand - HAHN Automation Group US
The HAHN Automation Group US is bringing the power of four well-known automation companies - Invotec, HAHN Automation, REI Automation, and HAHN Plastics - together. MIAMISBURG, OH / ACCESSWIRE / July 16, 2024 / This transition signifies more than just a merger. With 30+ years in business, it marks the beginning of a unified approach in the US as well as the group's 22 global locations.
For years, Springfield has invited immigrants to move and settle there. Now the city fights for existence.
Springfield, Ohio – Usually a peaceful city with about 60,000 residents, Springfield has become well-known nationally following Mayor Rob Rue’s recent request on national television for federal help. The little community is struggling with a significant population growth linked to an inflow of Haitian migrants pushing public services to their limits.
Full slate of races at Crawford County Fair
BUCYRUS — Harness racing is back at the 167th Crawford County Fair. Two nights are on the docket, starting with 12 races on Wednesday night. Harness racing went through some lean times. For instance, for many years, the Crawford County Fair sponsored three nights of racing. With waning interest...
Alger First United Methodist Church Hosting Free Monthly Meal on July 24th
The Alger First United Methodist Church will sponsor a Monthly Meal on Wednesday, July 24th. The meal will be served from 4:30pm until 6:00pm that day at the Community Outreach Center, 305 North Main Street in Alger. You can dine in or carry out, and deliveries can be requested by...
Kenton Athletic Boosters Can Now Accept Venmo for Membership Dues
Kenton Athletic Boosters have announced they are now able to also accept Venmo to make membership even easier. The cost of membership is $20 and goes towards improving the experiences and equipment of all high school athletes. Recently, the Boosters have been able to help put in new equipment for...
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