Briefs
Amazing Fungi of NW Ohio
January 4, 2019The word “fungus” may not sound all that appealing, but do you know just how beneficial it is for the environment and your body? Learn the roles of fungi in our lives from Metroparks Master Interpreter, Kim High, during Wild Ones Oak Openings lecture “Amazing Fungi of NW Ohio.” Tips for identification and photos of
First Thursday Luncheon with Mike Ferner
January 4, 2019Join Mike Ferner, coordinator of Advocates for a Clean Lake Erie, for his luncheon lecture on “The Third Battle for Lake Erie” where he will speak on the current efforts to protect the Western Lake Erie Basin. Ferner has been involved in local organizations to better the environment along with serving as president of Veterans
Dunright Building Services Named One of Big50 by Remodeling Magazine
January 4, 2019Last year, Dunright Building Services was named as one of the Big50 by Remodeling Magazine, a designation which recognizes remodeling companies that exemplify high standards and professionalism in their business practices, craftsmanship and community impact. Since 2011, Dunright has provided building services, specializing in vinyl and fiberglass windows and doors.
New Text-to-911 Capabilities through Deaf Services Center and Lucas County 911 Emergency Services
January 4, 2019Deaf Services Center and the Lucas County 911 Emergency Services Center have worked together to introduce text-to-911 capability. This new access, supported by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), is specifically beneficial to individuals within the deaf community, providing more confidence in contacting and accessing emergency services. To learn more about Deaf Services Center, visit dsc.org.
Sergeant Bryan Hollingsworth Promoted to Lieutenant
November 30, 2018Bryan Hollingsworth has been part of the Toledo Police Department since 2001. Serving as Sergeant since 2013, he has been promoted in a ceremony attended by family, friends, and colleagues. Now he is the newly promoted Lieutenant Commander of the personnel section. toledopolice.com
Pet Advocates Join Forces—Humane Ohio and Toledo’s PET Bull Project
November 30, 2018Partnering to create a larger food bank, Humane Ohio and Toledo’s PET Bull Project recently joined forces. Humane Ohio is a need-based, low-cost spay/neuter clinic and food bank that distributed over 59,000 lbs. of food last year. Toledo’s PET Bull Project provides free training for pet owners, education about spaying/neutering, and as advocates to eliminate
The Fair Housing Center Appoints New President/CEO
November 30, 2018Marie M. Flannery was recently appointed as the new president and CEO of The Fair Housing Center. The agency, promoting diversity since 1975, brings Flannery back to her home state of Ohio from California, where she worked most recently at Inland Fair Housing in Ontario, CA. Her previous experience includes fighting housing discrimination, investigating loan
Preserving Your Family Treasures Workshop at the TMA
November 30, 2018Intoxicated by the season’s spirit of nostalgia? Spend the holiday season learning how to care for the papers, photographs and other memorabilia important to your family during a workshop led by Alison Huftalen, the Toledo Museum of Art’s head librarian, and TMA archivist Julie McMaster. The Preserving Your Family Treasures Workshop will involve a discussion
TARTA Receives Auditor of State Award for Financial and Ethical Standards
November 30, 2018For the second year in a row, TARTA has received the Auditor of State Award for government entities that have little to no reported weaknesses in their financial reporting or complaints about ethics. Congrats to our area transit authority that provides 3.1 million passenger trips every year! tarta.com
Nine New Volunteers for the Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol (RSVPatrol) with TPD
November 30, 2018In 2000, the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio, Inc. and the Toledo Police Department partnered to create the Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol (RSVPatrol) program. The free service, available to Toledo residents, connects senior volunteers with seniors in the community for wellness checks, socialization, and more. Recently, nine senior volunteers graduated from the RSVPatrol
Mercy Health Offers 3D Mammography
November 30, 2018Mercy Health—Perrysburg Medical Center is now offering 3D mammography. This 15-minute test could save your life. Mercy Health women’s imaging centers uses high quality digital mammography, breast ultrasound and breast MRIs to get fast, accurate results. 3D mammography uses X-rays to produce images of breast tissue in order to detect lumps, tumors or other abnormalities.
Bob Deitche’s “Tatum’s Town” Wins Award of Excellence
October 31, 2018Bob Dietche’s Tatum’s Town: The Story of Jazz in Toledo, Ohio (1915-1985) reflects on the heavy influence of Toledo on years of jazz, complete with historic photographs. The book received a certificate of merit in Best Historical Research in Recorded Jazz by the 2018 Association for Recorded Sound Collections Awards for Excellence which has recognized
