Friday, April 28 2017 1:10 PM EDT2017-04-28 17:10:53 GMT
In many communities, it's easier for kids to find grape soda than a bunch of grapes. Families who live in areas where they can't find a bag of apples or a head of lettuce are at a greater risk of becoming overweight and obese.
In many communities, it's easier for kids to find grape soda than a bunch of grapes. Families who live in areas where they can't find a bag of apples or a head of lettuce are at a greater risk of becoming overweight and obese.
Thursday, April 20 2017 4:29 PM EDT2017-04-20 20:29:52 GMT
(Source: Schedel Arboretum & Gardens)
At Schedel Arboretum & Gardens you will find acres filled with colorful displays, 15,000 annual flowers, themed gardens, water features, a bonsai collection, unusual plant species and dozens of large sculptures on the grounds.
At Schedel Arboretum & Gardens you will find acres filled with colorful displays, 15,000 annual flowers, themed gardens, water features, a bonsai collection, unusual plant species and dozens of large sculptures on the grounds.
Thursday, February 16 2017 4:41 PM EST2017-02-16 21:41:01 GMT
(Source: WTOL)
You may be less aware of the student side of the student-athlete equation. The reality is that about one percent of our student-athletes will compete professionally in their sport at some point in their life, while the other 99 percent will move on to other professions outside of the world of sports.
You may be less aware of the student side of the student-athlete equation. The reality is that about one percent of our student-athletes will compete professionally in their sport at some point in their life, while the other 99 percent will move on to other professions outside of the world of sports.
Friday, November 11 2016 5:27 PM EST2016-11-11 22:27:08 GMT
(Source: AP Images)
Heroin abuse has grown to staggering proportions in NW Ohio and while the general public is made aware of it through the media, no one can assess the true impact of the epidemic to the community.
Heroin abuse has grown to staggering proportions in NW Ohio and while the general public is made aware of it through the media, no one can assess the true impact of the epidemic to the community.
Friday, November 11 2016 10:00 AM EST2016-11-11 15:00:58 GMT
(Source: WTOL)
This week our nation will commemorate and honor our military veterans for their patriotism, love of country, willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good of this nation.
This week our nation will commemorate and honor our military veterans for their patriotism, love of country, willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good of this nation.
Wednesday, November 2 2016 5:49 PM EDT2016-11-02 21:49:12 GMT
(Source: WTOL)
An independent economist who recently audited the Toledo Lucas County Public Library found that for every dollar we invest in the library, four dollars comes back to our local economy in some way.
An independent economist who recently audited the Toledo Lucas County Public Library found that for every dollar we invest in the library, four dollars comes back to our local economy in some way.
Friday, October 28 2016 8:48 AM EDT2016-10-28 12:48:03 GMT
(Source: WTOL)
In Northwest Ohio, heroin and opioid deaths are skyrocketing. The situation right in our own community is among the worst in the United States with nearly 300 deaths expected this year due to overdoses.
In Northwest Ohio, heroin and opioid deaths are skyrocketing. The situation right in our own community is among the worst in the United States with nearly 300 deaths expected this year due to overdoses.
Tuesday, October 11 2016 3:50 PM EDT2016-10-11 19:50:34 GMT
(Source: WTOL)
The Levy, which is on the November 8 ballot, accounts for more than half of the Library's operating budget. Imagine in your own lives if you lost more than half of your income? This levy is critical and your library needs your support.
The Levy, which is on the November 8 ballot, accounts for more than half of the Library's operating budget. Imagine in your own lives if you lost more than half of your income? This levy is critical and your library needs your support.
Monday, September 19 2016 4:53 PM EDT2016-09-19 20:53:55 GMT
(Source: WTOL)
Your $30 registration and donations fund local grants that deliver life-saving services right here. And they also fund ground-breaking research that will find the cures for breast cancer.
Your $30 registration and donations fund local grants that deliver life-saving services right here. And they also fund ground-breaking research that will find the cures for breast cancer.
Thursday, June 30 2016 3:57 PM EDT2016-06-30 19:57:58 GMT
Mayor Mike Sefarian of the City of Oregon (Source: WTOL)
As we pause to celebrate our nation’s birthday this weekend, we want to let area residents know that they’re welcome to join us Saturday, in Oregon for Boomfest at Oak Shade Grove, the home of the German American Festival.
As we pause to celebrate our nation’s birthday this weekend, we want to let area residents know that they’re welcome to join us Saturday, in Oregon for Boomfest at Oak Shade Grove, the home of the German American Festival.
Tuesday, June 7 2016 10:45 AM EDT2016-06-07 14:45:19 GMT
Robin Isenberg with NAMI (Source: WTOL)
At the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Greater Toledo, we understand the challenges faced by individuals and family members and are committed to providing FREE support, education and advocacy services!
At the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Greater Toledo, we understand the challenges faced by individuals and family members and are committed to providing FREE support, education and advocacy services!
Tuesday, June 7 2016 10:42 AM EDT2016-06-07 14:42:23 GMT
Mary Westphal, Executive Director for Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio (Source: WTOL)
Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio is doing more than another other organization to battle breast cancer in our area. Help by registering for Race for the Cure in September.
Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio is doing more than another other organization to battle breast cancer in our area. Help by registering for Race for the Cure in September.
Thursday, October 29 2015 1:25 AM EDT2015-10-29 05:25:06 GMT
Friday, October 30 2015 12:12 AM EDT2015-10-30 04:12:04 GMT
As a crime prevention officer and a certified crime prevention specialist, I would like to bring some perspective to the grave and dangerous effects should State Issue 3 pass, changing the Ohio Constitution to legalize both medical and recreational marijuana. More >>
As a crime prevention officer and a certified crime prevention specialist, I would like to bring some perspective to the grave and dangerous effects should State Issue 3 pass, changing the Ohio Constitution to legalize both medical and recreational marijuana. More >>
Thursday, October 29 2015 1:16 AM EDT2015-10-29 05:16:52 GMT
Thursday, October 29 2015 1:16 AM EDT2015-10-29 05:16:51 GMT
As a local company in the food business, Hirzel Canning Company & Farms was proud to join WTOL 11 and Charlie's Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram to fight hunger in Northwest Ohio this fall.More >>
As a local company in the food business, Hirzel Canning Company & Farms was proud to join WTOL 11 and Charlie's Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram to fight hunger in Northwest Ohio this fall.More >>
Sunday, September 20 2015 7:25 PM EDT2015-09-20 23:25:46 GMT
Sunday, September 20 2015 7:25 PM EDT2015-09-20 23:25:46 GMT
“Love is our mission: The family fully alive!" This is the theme of the World Meeting of Families. I have the blessing of leading hundreds of pilgrims from our area to Philadelphia for this historic event. The highlight will be the presence of our Holy Father, Pope Francis.More >>
“Love is our mission: The family fully alive!" This is the theme of the World Meeting of Families. I have the blessing of leading hundreds of pilgrims from our area to Philadelphia for this historic event. The highlight will be the presence of our Holy Father, Pope Francis.More >>
Monday, March 9 2015 4:19 PM EDT2015-03-09 20:19:29 GMT
Monday, March 9 2015 5:15 PM EDT2015-03-09 21:15:09 GMT
Ronald McDonald House shines brightly as a home-away-from-home for families who travel to Toledo because their children need specialized medical care.More >>
Ronald McDonald House shines brightly as a home-away-from-home for families who travel to Toledo because their children need specialized medical care.More >>
Friday, February 27 2015 7:36 PM EST2015-02-28 00:36:06 GMT
Friday, February 27 2015 7:36 PM EST2015-02-28 00:36:07 GMT
Selma, AL in early 1965 was clearly a turning point for achieving voting rights for black Americans. The turbulence that tore Selma apart culminated on Sunday, March 7.More >>
Selma, AL in early 1965 was clearly a turning point for achieving voting rights for black Americans. The turbulence that tore Selma apart culminated on Sunday, March 7.More >>
Monday, February 16 2015 7:57 PM EST2015-02-17 00:57:09 GMT
Monday, February 16 2015 7:57 PM EST2015-02-17 00:57:14 GMT
Much has been said about Mayor D. Michael Collins. His untimely passing caused me to reflect on the times we talked. His topic was always the same: He wanted to make sure I understood how he planned to make Toledo a better place.More >>
Much has been said about Mayor D. Michael Collins. His untimely passing caused me to reflect on the times we talked. His topic was always the same: He wanted to make sure I understood how he planned to make Toledo a better place.More >>
Thursday, February 5 2015 7:48 PM EST2015-02-06 00:48:55 GMT
Thursday, February 5 2015 7:50 PM EST2015-02-06 00:50:55 GMT
The diseases which vaccinations prevent should not be permitted to gain a toehold in this modern era. However, in a manipulative and calloused way, the anti-vaccine crowd is often indulged as a political tool. More >>
The diseases which vaccinations prevent should not be permitted to gain a toehold in this modern era. However, in a manipulative and calloused way, the anti-vaccine crowd is often indulged as a political tool. More >>
Thursday, January 29 2015 6:38 PM EST2015-01-29 23:38:15 GMT
Thursday, January 29 2015 6:38 PM EST2015-01-29 23:38:17 GMT
Mayor Collins has declared enough is enough. This is a wise decision. After decades of aborted redevelopment plans and odd efforts to make it seem successful, the city is going to sell it and get it off the books. More >>
Mayor Collins has declared enough is enough. This is a wise decision. After decades of aborted redevelopment plans and odd efforts to make it seem successful, the city is going to sell it and get it off the books. More >>
Wednesday, January 28 2015 8:42 PM EST2015-01-29 01:42:34 GMT
Wednesday, January 28 2015 8:45 PM EST2015-01-29 01:45:37 GMT
If you are 50 or older, live in Lucas or Wood County, and you are unemployed or underemployed, or maybe you just want to try something new, Owens Community College has something for you to consider.More >>
If you are 50 or older, live in Lucas or Wood County, and you are unemployed or underemployed, or maybe you just want to try something new, Owens Community College has something for you to consider.More >>
Friday, January 23 2015 6:36 PM EST2015-01-23 23:36:46 GMT
Friday, January 23 2015 6:36 PM EST2015-01-23 23:36:48 GMT
Toledo City Council did the right thing in approving the ProMedica move downtown. Simply put: This is a big deal for downtown. And big deals have been few and far between.More >>
Toledo City Council did the right thing in approving the ProMedica move downtown. Simply put: This is a big deal for downtown. And big deals have been few and far between.More >>
Monday, January 12 2015 11:58 PM EST2015-01-13 04:58:29 GMT
Monday, January 12 2015 11:58 PM EST2015-01-13 04:58:30 GMT
The Toledo Lucas County Public Library System is forced to deal with abhorrent and criminal behavior. With public facilities accepting about three million library visitors in a year, security is an issue. More >>
The Toledo Lucas County Public Library System is forced to deal with abhorrent and criminal behavior. With public facilities accepting about three million library visitors in a year, security is an issue. More >>
Friday, January 9 2015 7:32 PM EST2015-01-10 00:32:13 GMT
Friday, January 9 2015 7:32 PM EST2015-01-10 00:32:14 GMT
The Ohio State Football team is enjoying a memorable and remarkable season. Even if college football is not your thing, it is still a fascinating story. More >>
The Ohio State Football team is enjoying a memorable and remarkable season. Even if college football is not your thing, it is still a fascinating story. More >>
Thursday, January 8 2015 7:50 PM EST2015-01-09 00:50:13 GMT
Thursday, January 8 2015 7:50 PM EST2015-01-09 00:50:14 GMT
We need to recognize and accept that eliminating abhorrent behavior in any public place is all but impossible. Library security is a complex and ever-changing issue.More >>
We need to recognize and accept that eliminating abhorrent behavior in any public place is all but impossible. Library security is a complex and ever-changing issue.More >>
Tuesday, December 16 2014 5:31 PM EST2014-12-16 22:31:18 GMT
Tuesday, December 16 2014 5:31 PM EST2014-12-16 22:31:19 GMT
The Lucas County Delinquent Land Tax Notices were published recently in the Toledo Free Press. It cost Lucas County taxpayers about $160,000 to get this distributed via this newspaper.
The Lucas County Delinquent Land Tax Notices were published recently in the Toledo Free Press. It cost Lucas County taxpayers about $160,000 to get this distributed via this newspaper.
Friday, December 12 2014 10:17 PM EST2014-12-13 03:17:53 GMT
Friday, December 12 2014 10:19 PM EST2014-12-13 03:19:13 GMT
The era of the Red Light and Speed Enforcement Camera in Ohio is about to end. Governor Kasich will soon sign into law a requirement that a police officer must be physically present to write the ticket on offender's caught-in-the-act by the cameras. More >>
The era of the Red Light and Speed Enforcement Camera in Ohio is about to end. Governor Kasich will soon sign into law a requirement that a police officer must be physically present to write the ticket on offender's caught-in-the-act by the cameras. More >>
Friday, December 5 2014 5:42 PM EST2014-12-05 22:42:37 GMT
Friday, December 5 2014 5:42 PM EST2014-12-05 22:42:38 GMT
The NFL has chosen to move the AFC game, which usually airs on CBS affiliates like WTOL 11, to the Fox Network. Nobody at WTOL 11, including me, had anything to do or say about this decision.More >>
The NFL has chosen to move the AFC game, which usually airs on CBS affiliates like WTOL 11, to the Fox Network. Nobody at WTOL 11, including me, had anything to do or say about this decision.More >>
Thursday, December 4 2014 7:47 PM EST2014-12-05 00:47:25 GMT
Thursday, December 4 2014 7:47 PM EST2014-12-05 00:47:27 GMT
The current jail is nearly 40 years old, and has been under a federal court order since the day it opened due to frequent overcrowding and failure to meet basic conditions of confinement. People often sleep on cots on the floor because of crowded conditions.More >>
The current jail is nearly 40 years old, and has been under a federal court order since the day it opened due to frequent overcrowding and failure to meet basic conditions of confinement. People often sleep on cots on the floor because of crowded conditions.More >>
Tuesday, November 18 2014 8:23 PM EST2014-11-19 01:23:45 GMT
Tuesday, November 18 2014 8:23 PM EST2014-11-19 01:23:47 GMT
The Lucas County Delinquent Land Tax List must be published by December 8. The list will be published in the Toledo Blade or the Toledo Free Press. That is up to the Lucas County Commissioners to decide. More >>
The Lucas County Delinquent Land Tax List must be published by December 8. The list will be published in the Toledo Blade or the Toledo Free Press. That is up to the Lucas County Commissioners to decide. More >>
Tuesday, November 11 2014 9:11 PM EST2014-11-12 02:11:24 GMT
Tuesday, November 11 2014 9:11 PM EST2014-11-12 02:11:25 GMT
Red Light cameras are controversial and growing more and more unpopular. In Cleveland and in suburban Maple Heights, voters overwhelmingly passed a ballot issue that requires police officers to be present to write tickets generated by the traffic cameras. More >>
Red Light cameras are controversial and growing more and more unpopular. In Cleveland and in suburban Maple Heights, voters overwhelmingly passed a ballot issue that requires police officers to be present to write tickets generated by the traffic cameras. More >>
Thursday, November 6 2014 3:36 PM EST2014-11-06 20:36:36 GMT
Thursday, November 6 2014 5:30 PM EST2014-11-06 22:30:13 GMT
Statistically, roundabouts reduce the number and severity of accidents. We can all agree that is a good thing. Like them or not, roundabouts aren't going anywhere, so muster your manners and figure them out.More >>
Statistically, roundabouts reduce the number and severity of accidents. We can all agree that is a good thing. Like them or not, roundabouts aren't going anywhere, so muster your manners and figure them out.More >>
Thursday, October 30 2014 10:57 PM EDT2014-10-31 02:57:15 GMT
Thursday, October 30 2014 10:57 PM EDT2014-10-31 02:57:18 GMT
The election is next Tuesday. Ohio did not have a Senate seat up, so as a state, we dodged most of the hyper-heated election coverage to which we have become accustomed. More >>
The election is next Tuesday. Ohio did not have a Senate seat up, so as a state, we dodged most of the hyper-heated election coverage to which we have become accustomed. More >>
Tuesday, October 14 2014 9:53 PM EDT2014-10-15 01:53:31 GMT
Tuesday, October 14 2014 9:53 PM EDT2014-10-15 01:53:32 GMT
Dr. Kabour started 1-Heart with the sole purpose of serving needy patients in our area. All net dollars raised by 1-Heart remain in northwest Ohio.More >>
Dr. Kabour started 1-Heart with the sole purpose of serving needy patients in our area. All net dollars raised by 1-Heart remain in northwest Ohio.More >>
We would like to thank you for your patience and your loyalty to WTOL 11, our commitment to Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan is stronger than ever. More >>
We would like to thank you for your patience and your loyalty to WTOL 11, our commitment to Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan is stronger than ever.More >>
On August 31st after midnight, there is a chance our signal will be removed from the DirecTV system due to a lack of an agreement between Raycom Media, who owns WTOL 11, and DirecTV corporate. More >>
On August 31st after midnight, there is a chance our signal will be removed from the DirecTV system due to a lack of an agreement between Raycom Media, who owns WTOL 11, and DirecTV corporate. More >>
During the water crisis, we learned a lot about how Mayor Collins communicates in a difficult situation. And most of his choices were disappointing.More >>
During the water crisis, we learned a lot about how Mayor Collins communicates in a difficult situation. And most of his choices were disappointing.More >>
A few weeks back I completed an online survey that dealt with the future of downtown Toledo. It was sent to 20 stakeholders with prominent downtown locations.More >>
A few weeks back I completed an online survey that dealt with the future of downtown Toledo. It was sent to 20 stakeholders with prominent downtown locations.More >>
This week the LPGA stars are in town! The Marathon Classic began on Thursday. Over the years this tournament has generated millions of dollars for local charities. In addition, it provides northwestMore >>
This week the LPGA stars are in town! The Marathon Classic began on Thursday.
Downtown food trucks are getting a lot of attention. The question of fundamental fairness has been raised by the owners of the brick and mortar establishments, whose investments and permanence far exceed that borne byMore >>
Downtown food trucks are getting a lot of attention. The question of fundamental fairness has been raised by the owners of the brick and mortar establishments, whose investments and permanence far exceed that borne by food truck owners.More >>
We do not take any joy or satisfaction in seeing The Blade's workforce continue to dwindle; the cost to our city is too high to seek any silver lining.More >>
Just when Downtown, through investments by ProMedica and the efforts of areas such as the Warehouse District, is starting to grow and thrive, the loss of 131 Blade jobs is a setback for Downtown, the city and our region.More >>
Summer is a time for traveling, spending time with family and friends and exploring new adventures. It is also a time when students need to remain engaged in learning.More >>
Summer is a time for traveling, spending time with family and friends and exploring new adventures. It is also a time when students need to remain engaged in learning so they don't fall behind when they return to school this fall.More >>
City Councilman Larry Sykes crossed a volatile line last month with his accusation of police profiling. This is a serious charge. Racism is ugly and immediately divisive.More >>
City Councilman Larry Sykes crossed a volatile line last month with his accusation of police profiling. This is a serious charge. Racism is ugly and immediately divisive. More >>
The embarrassing and dysfunctional mess at the Lucas County Board of Elections is finally getting cleaned up. Ohio Secretary of State John Husted fired 3 people.More >>
The embarrassing and dysfunctional mess at the Lucas County Board of Elections is finally getting cleaned up. Ohio Secretary of State John Husted fired 3 people. It took him awhile to get there, but at least he got it right. Cleaning house shows he is serious.More >>
It finally feels like summer. In case you hadn't noticed, thousands and thousands of children have been turned loose to have fun. For people driving vehicles it means one thing: slow down!More >>
It finally feels like summer. In case you hadn't noticed, thousands and thousands of children have been turned loose to have fun. For people driving vehicles it means one thing: slow down!More >>
Every year, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library System offers your kids a chance to join the Summer Reading Club. More >>
Every year, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library System offers your kids a chance to join the Summer Reading Club. It's a fun way for children to maintain reading skills even though they are not in school.More >>
Once again this year, WTOL 11 is recognizing area farmers for a lifelong dedication to growth. The Proud to be a Farmer campaign asks viewers to nominate farm families.More >>
Once again this year, WTOL 11 is recognizing area farmers for a lifelong dedication to growth. The Proud to be a Farmer campaign asks viewers to nominate farm families that epitomize the American farmerMore >>
The Richard T. Gosser Scholarship Awards Program began in 1962 and since then, more than $2 million has been awarded to deserving and appreciative students.More >>
The Richard T. Gosser Scholarship Awards Program began in 1962 and since then, more than $2 million has been awarded to deserving and appreciative students.More >>
When did college students get the right to reject graduation ceremony speakers? This has gotten absurd. More >>
When did college students get the right to reject graduation ceremony speakers? This has gotten absurd. Almost weekly we hear about a perfectly appropriate speaker who is uninvited due to some objectionable thing he or she said or wrote at some point in their life.More >>
Northwest Ohio just finished "the biggest week in bird watching in America." It was an unqualified success.More >>
Northwest Ohio just finished "the biggest week in bird watching in America." It was an unqualified success. Hotels, restaurants, shops all enjoyed the bounty of having tens of thousands of visitors spending days in our area. And these bird enthusiasts came from all over the world.More >>
Just like that, our weather concerns shift from winter woes to the severe weather of spring time. More >>
Just like that, our weather concerns shift from winter woes to the severe weather of spring time. In the first week of truly scary spring weather, a series of thunderstorms spawned tornadoes, heavy rains, hail and flooding throughout the South.More >>
The Toledo Fair Housing Center does a lot of good work in this community. It is a non-profit civil rights agency dedicated to the elimination of housing discrimination.More >>
The Toledo Fair Housing Center does a lot of good work in this community. It is a non-profit civil rights agency dedicated to the elimination of housing discrimination.More >>
It's tax season. That means most of us will be corresponding with the Internal Revenue Service. More >>
It's tax season. That means most of us will be corresponding with the Internal Revenue Service. Onerous as taxes are, Americans ought to be able to trust that if we act lawfully, the IRS will also abide by the law. Now we can't be sure.More >>
One of these days, warm, spring weather will arrive. When I was a kid, that meant that I, and just about every boy I knew, were cranked up for youth baseball.More >>
One of these days, warm, spring weather will arrive. When I was a kid, that meant that I, and just about every boy I knew, were cranked up for youth baseball.More >>
Last week America's darling, Shirley Temple Black, passed away at 85. She had a remarkable life as a child actress, singer, dancer and even a U. S. ambassador.More >>
Last week America's darling, Shirley Temple Black, passed away at 85. She had a remarkable life as a child actress, singer, dancer and even a U. S. ambassador.More >>
The severe winter, followed by a quick snow thaw will lead inevitably to household repairs. Roofs, windows, driveways, sewage systems, you name it - trouble is on the way.More >>
The severe winter, followed by a quick snow thaw will lead inevitably to household repairs. Roofs, windows, driveways, sewage systems, you name it - trouble is on the way.More >>
The editorial last week that took issue with Governor Kasich's plan to add calamity days and not extend the school year received a lot of attention.More >>
The editorial last week that took issue with Governor Kasich's plan to add calamity days and not extend the school year received a lot of attention.More >>
The service crews brave the elements and keep the plows plowing. So, here's a shoutout to the maintenance crews for the cities and the counties.More >>
The service crews brave the elements and keep the plows plowing. So, here's a shoutout to the maintenance crews for the cities and the counties.More >>
For local retailers, this Saturday is known as Small Business Saturday, where shoppers are encouraged and incenticized to shop local merchants, as well as the big box stores.More >>
For local retailers, this Saturday is known as Small Business Saturday, where shoppers are encouraged and incenticized to shop local merchants, as well as the big box stores.More >>
The mass killing of innocent children in Newtown, Connecticut has rendered our nation dumbstruck. It is not possible for normal thinking people to comprehend a horror of this magnitude. Yet we are nowMore >>
The mass killing of innocent children in Newtown, Connecticut has rendered our nation dumbstruck. It is not possible for normal thinking people to comprehend a horror of this magnitude. Yet we are now faced with the inevitable questions about what comes next.More >>
There are some crazy theories out there, but, for me, the guys who somehow interpret a Mayan calendar to predict that December 21, 2012 is Doomsday take the fruitcake.More >>
There are some crazy theories out there, but, for me, the guys who somehow interpret a Mayan calendar to predict that December 21, 2012 is Doomsday take the fruitcake.More >>
If you are age 50 or older and you are out of work, here is some good news: Owens Community College has a new opportunity called the Plus 50 Program.More >>
If you are age 50 or older and you are out of work, here is some good news: Owens Community College has a new opportunity called the Plus 50 Program.More >>
Last week Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur did not get named chairman of the powerful House Appropriations Committee, in spite of her seniority as the ranking Democrat on the committee.More >>
Last week Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur did not get named chairman of the powerful House Appropriations Committee. In spite of her seniority as the ranking Democrat on the committee, Kaptur was passed over for this extremely influential chair.More >>
When asked to name a favorite restaurant, café or shop, people often cite a unique local business. We just seem to like the idea of local shops operated by people we recognize.More >>
When asked to name a favorite restaurant, café or shop, people often cite a unique local business. We just seem to like the idea of local shops operated by people we recognize.More >>
I bet plenty of times you've cut your spending by a lot more than 3 percent. Well that's all the Congressional Super Committee was asked to do - trim 3 percent from a $44 trillion dollar spending budget over 10 years. And they couldn't agree on anything. More >>
In case you haven't noticed, Northwest Ohio is the center for some significant capital investment. I'm talking about $1.5 billion dollars and thousands of jobs. This means construction jobs and permanent positions thereafter.More >>
At any given time, there are about 16,000 children in Ohio with serious medical illnesses. Being seriously ill, and a kid, can make it hard to fit in. Well now there is a place they can go, and for a little while, just be kids. More >>
Issue 2 has galvanized the unions and the democratic base in Ohio. They have combined with non-Ohio forces like the national education association to shape public perception of what is at stake.More >>
I received a call from Taryn Tuss of the White House Council on Environmental Quality. She told me the President wanted the people living by the Great Lakes to know how committed his administration is to combating this Asian Carp invasion.More >>
