SYLVANIA THEN & NOW
In 1937 James and Leona Underwood purchased the residential house that once sat on this parcel, built by Ray West. West developed this land along the south side of Monroe Street into 14 lots, which he called Hubbard’s Addition to Sylvania. This parcel was Lot No. 11, and included a 50-foot by 60-foot parcel behind it. Continue reading SYLVANIA THEN & NOW
MARK LUETKE LOOKING SIDEWAYS
Most kids get excited when a fire truck goes by. For Southview junior Matt Medlin, it’s been an obsession.
“There was always an adrenalin rush when I saw the fire trucks coming,” he told me. “Even when I was in a health career class last year, I’d go to the desk and ask my teacher questions about fire fighters. Everything he said caught my attention.” Continue reading MARK LUETKE LOOKING SIDEWAYS
Township talk …
The Sylvania Township Board of Trustees approved roadway improvements, hired three police officers, awarded a fire tower construction contract and discussed concerns about short-term rentals during its Aug. 4 meeting.Roads Superintendent Rob Nash introduced newly promoted foreman Jared Birt to the trustees and Fiscal Officer. Birt joined the township as a utility worker in May 2019.“He has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic, dedication and … Continue reading Township talk …
Local vocalist keeps Broadway classics alive with latest album
For New York-trained vocalist Chris Joseph, Broadway melodies are more than timeless standards — they are cherished memories. Joseph recently released his eighth album, “Way Off Broadway, Vol. II,” an 18-song collection celebrating some of musical theater’s most beloved tunes. The recording features classics including “Look Around,” “You Are Beautiful,” “Beyond the Sea,” “Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered” and “I Could Have Danced All Night.” The … Continue reading Local vocalist keeps Broadway classics alive with latest album
SYLVANIA THEN & NOW: 6403 Monroe St.
Gayleen Gindy In 1903 Warren W. and Mary Smith Blankley purchased what became Lot 10 of Hubbard’s Addition and in 1909, built the home shown in the 1964 photo. The couple married in 1890, and Mary died before the 1910 census was taken. Warren, 38, was listed living here and employed as a motorman for the Toledo & Western Railway, the passenger train service that … Continue reading SYLVANIA THEN & NOW: 6403 Monroe St.
Monroe Street bridge and road construction update
JOSEPH E. SHAW, P.E., PS. Without a doubt there is a buzz in the air in Sylvania and lots of speculation regarding the Monroe Street Bridge over US-23 project. Here are some of the questions that have come my way in the last couple of weeks: “I heard the bridge closure is going to be extended, what happened and when will it be opened?” “I … Continue reading Monroe Street bridge and road construction update
Meet the new superintendent
What first brought you to the Sylvania School District? Fifteen years ago, my wife and I were getting married, and we were looking for a community with a great reputation for its schools, a place where we could establish roots and start a family. Sylvania was the community we chose to call home. Even though we have been blessed with only one child, who will … Continue reading Meet the new superintendent
City Beat…
Sylvania City Council approved a series of personnel, infrastructure and public works measures during the July 20 meeting, including a new retirement savings option for employees, a refuse collection contract and funding requests for future road projects. Continue reading City Beat…
Township Talk…
The Sylvania Township Board of Trustees recognized the recipients of the 2026 Distinguished Citizens Awards during its July 21 meeting and approved several personnel and administrative actions. Township Administrator Oliver Turner introduced this year’s Distinguished Citizens Award recipients: Betty Bassett, Casey Nowicki and Keith Walker. According to their nomination letters, each of the recipients has made a significant impact on the community serving in leadership … Continue reading Township Talk…
Sylvania Town Crier honored
Former Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough, Sylvania City Councilman Marcus Hansen, Lucas County Clerk of Courts Bernie Quilter, Lucas County Commissioner Lisa Sobecki, Tammy Lieber, Lucas County Commissioner Anita Lopez, and Sylvania Mayor Mark Frye offer congratulations to Sylvania Town Crier, Mike Lieber, center, on July 14 upon his being recognized as part of International Town Criers Day by Proclamation from the Lucas County Commssioners. Continue reading Sylvania Town Crier honored