Township Talk…
Chelsea Grant pins the Sergeant badge on her husband, Matthew following The Sylvania Township Board of Trustees voting to approve his promotion at the June 2 meeting. Continue reading Township Talk…
City Beat…
The Sylvania City Council approved property acquisitions for the planned Erie and Monroe streets roundabout project and discussed potential updates to downtown zoning regulations during its recent meeting. Continue reading City Beat…
Sylvania – Then & Now: 6385 Monroe Street
Until she died in 1936, Flora Hubbard West owned Lot No. 8 of the Hubbard’s Addition subdivision, and the large 1.997-acre parcel that ran behind Lots No. 1 thru 8. In Sylvania’s earliest days this land is where our founding fathers operated our first cider mill. After she died, this land transferred into her husband’s name, Ray West. They originally owned all the land along the south side of Monroe Street that was developed into Hubbard’s Addition. Continue reading Sylvania – Then & Now: 6385 Monroe Street
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Japanese head spa opens at Maude’s Salon and Spa
Maude Salon and Spa, 5777 Monroe St. in the Promenade Shops, has added Japanese head spa services to its menu of offerings. After two years in business, owners Shana Izworski and Penny Henderson decided to dedicate space to the new service, which focuses on scalp health and relaxation. “This luxurious treatment is great for overall scalp health, promoting improved blood circulation and healthy, shiny hair,” … Continue reading Japanese head spa opens at Maude’s Salon and Spa
All American Softwash built on hard work, integrity
After trying his hand at factory work, food service, construction, home remodeling and several other industries, Ryan Taber decided it was time to take a leap of faith and build something of his own. “I was constantly working dead-end jobs, and I was never fulfilled with the results I was getting working for somebody else,” Taber said. “Instead of trying to climb the corporate ladder, … Continue reading All American Softwash built on hard work, integrity
Timberstone students clean up
Timberstone Junior High students spent a Saturday morning restoring headstones at historic Ravine Cemetery in Sylvania in preparation for Memorial Day. The event was organized by Stacey Leffler, Timberstone science teacher and Youth to Youth sponsor, in partnership with Margie Ott, Head of the Sylvania Parks and Forestry Division. Ravine Cemetery is the resting place of 2,117 individuals, including 199 veterans. Students included Adelynn Lesher, … Continue reading Timberstone students clean up
Sylvania Spotlight: Sisters of St. Francis Jubilarians Celebrating years of service
Celebrations are set for 11 am, Saturday, June 27 in Queen of Peace Chapel. Celebrating 75 YearsSister Jeanine Sokolowski, OSF Raised in the Diocese of Minneapolis, MN, she entered the Sylvania Franciscan community in 1949 and made first profession in 1951. Sister Jeanine entered the ministry of education, serving in Michigan, Ohio, Minnesota, Mississippi, and Texas from 1950-1988. Celebrating 60 YearsSister M. Carmen Barone OSF … Continue reading Sylvania Spotlight: Sisters of St. Francis Jubilarians Celebrating years of service
New memorial plaques honor local fallen service members
For generations, Sylvania residents have gathered at Veterans Memorial Park each Memorial Day to honor those who never returned home from war. This year, the annual remembrance ceremony added a new chapter to that tradition. Following the Memorial Day parade, community members attending the annual service at Memorial Grove witnessed the unveiling and dedication of new memorial plaques honoring local fallen veterans. The plaques provide … Continue reading New memorial plaques honor local fallen service members
An Evening with Dave Eggers at the Peristyle
Starlite Theater’s 2026 Summer Authors Series fetures “An evening with Dave Eggers” on June 11 at the Peristyle, featuring his latest novel, “Contrapposto.” This is a sweeping novel about friendship, love, and the lifelong pursuit of art from Dave Eggers, the award-winning, bestselling author of “The Circle,” “Hologram for the King,” and “The Eyes & the Impossible.” The VIP Experience begins at 6 pm and … Continue reading An Evening with Dave Eggers at the Peristyle