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Negative stigmas, social media misconceptions causing decrease in military numbers, recruiters say
TOLEDO, Ohio — Military recruiters said they have noticed a decrease in the number of people joining the military over the years. Charmayne Akins, Petty Officer of the U.S. Navy, said they typically go around visiting high schools in Toledo to recruit students who fit the criteria they are looking for such as an athletic build.
Perrysburg council postpones water, sewer rate increase for a month
A increase in Perrysburg’s water and sewer rates has been delayed by a month. City council voted at a meeting May 21 to postpone the new rates from July 1 to Aug. 1. After the meeting, council President Kevin Fuller, who chairs its utilities committee, said members want to provide some additional time for public comment. “We want to allow for this to be available to the public for as long as we can,” Mr. Fuller said. “The dates were changed so that we could give a full three readings and not have to introduce it as an emergency. That way the public has plenty of time to comment.”
Pedestrian taken to hospital with serious injuries after being hit, police say
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A pedestrian was hit on Laskey Road Saturday evening after darting across the street, Toledo Police say. According to TPD, a pedestrian was darting across the road outside of the crosswalk, before being hit by a vehicle traveling west on Laskey. The pedestrian was taken to...
Vote for Messenger/Herald athlete of week
Vote now for candidates below in the Messenger/Herald athlete of the week poll. The poll is for performances from May 20-25. Polls run from 3 p.m. Monday to 3 p.m. Wednesday. Please send nominations for May 27 to June 1 for next week's poll to mhorn@gannett.com. ...
Days left to get tickets for Greater Toledo Home Giveaway
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - There’s just a few days left to get your tickets for the Greater Toledo Home Giveaway. The purchase of a $100 ticket is your opportunity to win a brand new Sylvania Township home valued at $650,000 all while helping local pediatric patients. Proceeds benefit kids at the ProMedica Russel J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital.
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13 Action News Big Story: Summer Safety
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Today marks the unofficial start to summer for millions across the nation and it’s important to know how to stay safe during those summer activities. You can watch the full big story above. LINKS MENTIONED:. Latest Local News | First Alert Weather | Crime |...
Monday Memories: The haunting notes of Taps made Gold Star mothers weep during Memorial Day service
Formerly a call for lights out, a revised version of Taps has been played for military funerals and other ceremonial events since the Civil War. In this 1950 Blade archive photo, a group of Gold Star mothers, some weeping, listened as the bugler sounded the notes during a Memorial Day ceremony at the Civic Center memorial. One hundred Gold Star mothers, women who had lost a child in military action, were given places of honor at the service. They heard four ministers of different faiths pray for peace as planes of the Ohio National Guard’s 37th Division scattered flowers from above. The parade and service attracted 25,000 spectators. North Korea invaded South Korea weeks later, igniting the Korean War. More than 36,000 American soldiers died in that conflict. Go to thebladevault.com/memories to purchase more historical photos taken by our award-winning staff of photographers, past and present, or to purchase combinations of stories and photos.
Canadian wildfires on track to exacerbate lung, heart conditions in the Midwest and elsewhere
A recent Centers for Disease Control study concluded there were measurable health effects experienced by U.S. citizens from the Canadian wildfires in 2023. Many regional and international experts are pointing to conditions in 2024 that seem to be replicating that scenario. As provinces are seeing blazing breakouts, the air quality in the Toledo region has already moved from the healthy category to moderate, according to www.airnow.gov. “Last week, we saw a lot of people coming in with breathing problems,” said Dr. Bradley Uren, associate professor of emergency medicine at University of Michigan, noting that regional air quality saw a conflagration of effects ranging from pollen, high humidity, and high temperatures, to particulate matter from smoke beginning May 13. “Last week was tough for people.” Dr. Uren said some relief may be on the way as spring allergies diminish, but he is keeping an eye on the Canadian wildfires.
Mavericks stifle Walleye to seal Western Conference Finals in game six
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — After two consecutive sweeps of the Kalamazoo Wings and Wheeling Nailers en route to a Central Division title, the Toledo Walleye quickly learned the Kansas City Mavericks would put up a fight in the Western Conference Finals. Kansas City finished the regular season with the best...
Hundreds turn out for Sylvania Memorial Day ceremonies, parade
Sylvania joined communities nationwide on Monday to honor military members who died in service to their country. Hundreds paid their respects during a ceremony at Toledo Memorial Park, where thousands of flags were placed to honor Toledo-area veterans, followed by a parade and a second service. Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough welcomed guests to the Memorial Day ceremony. “Today, we join similar services and ceremonies just like this one all over America. Some larger, some smaller. At Arlington National Cemetery, at Gettysburg. At Omaha Beach. At Pearl Harbor,” Mr. Stough said. “But mostly in communities just like ours, all heartfelt in their thanks for the service and sacrifice of our servicemen and women, those from wars past and those serving in harm’s way today.”
Judge dismisses OVI charge against Perrysburg Mayor
PERRYSBURG, Ohio — A judge dismissed an OVI charge against Perrysburg Mayor Tom Mackin Friday, who was arrested following a traffic stop in early March. Mackin, who is serving his second term as Perrysburg's mayor, pleaded guilty in Perrysburg Municipal Court to a marked lanes violation and was ordered to pay a fine of $60 plus court costs. A judge from out of town presided over the hearing.
Four people taken to hospital after crash on West Alexis Road Saturday
TOLEDO, Ohio — A two-car crash in West Toledo closed down West Alexis Road in both directions on Saturday evening around 6:45 p.m. One of the involved cars ended up on its side, wedged against a sign at a strip mall on Alexis Road and Meteor Avenue. A press...
Oregon, Ohio man, killed in WWII, finally laid to rest in his hometown
OREGON, Ohio — On Sunday, Staff Sgt. Jack Coy's remains were laid to rest at Willow Cemetery on in Oregon. Coy’s plane was shot down over Germany 80 years ago during World War II. Germans recovered and buried his remains at a local cemetery but they remained unidentified...
57-year-old man in serious condition after motorcycle crash
ERIE COUNTY, OHIO, Ohio — A 57-year-old Ohio man had to be flown to the hospital in Toledo after his motorcycle crashed on Saturday evening. The Ohio State Highway Patrol says the single-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 5:49 p.m. on West Mason Road near Harris Road, south of Sandusky in Erie County.
To the editor: Lake Erie needs solutions, not more finger-pointing
The executive vice president of the Ohio Farm Bureau recently wrote an op-ed calling talk from leaders in Lucas County “nothing short of absurd” in connection with a lawsuit filed in federal court on May 1 aimed at cleaning up Lake Erie. There seems to be an inherent misunderstanding on the part of the Ohio Farm Bureau’s leadership. We do not oppose farmers. We oppose those who break the law. Submit a letter to the editor That’s why the Board of Lucas County Commissioners and the city of Toledo are suing the U.S. EPA. We believe the agency is violating the central statutory requirement for remediating waters, such as Lake Erie, that have been declared impaired: establishing a Total Maximum Daily Load, or TMDL, that complies with the Clean Water Act.
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