Cake Mix Cookies: A Sweet and Simple Valentine’s Day Treat
JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE Think outside the box this Valentine’s Day by making Cake Mix Cookies, a charming way to bring a little extra love to your sweethearts. With just three ingredients – your favorite cake mix, eggs and vegetable oil – you can whip up a batch of soft, chewy cookies in minutes. The simplicity makes them perfect for baking with kids, turning the kitchen … Continue reading Cake Mix Cookies: A Sweet and Simple Valentine’s Day Treat
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Speed limit loweredAt the Jan. 20 meeting members of Sylvania City Council authorized Deputy Service Director Eric Barnes to modify the speed limit on Centennial Road between Little and Erie/Sylvania Metamora roads from 50 mph to 45 mph following a speed study in accordance with ODOT standards, noting that 85 percent of drivers in that section travel at 46 mph. Barnes pointed out that the … Continue reading City beat …
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Zoning reportAt the Jan. 20 meeting of the Sylvania Township Trustees, Planning and Zoning Manager Daryl Graus presented the department’s operation report noting that single-family housing permits were up three percent and the value rose 10.8 percent over the 2024 total. Zoning complaints were down nearly seven percent for 2025, and property maintenance code complaints decreased by 50 percent from the previous year. Overall, zoning … Continue reading Township talk …
Monroe Street Bridge closure 101
JOSEPH E. SHAW, P.E., PS. The holidays are behind us and Sylvania is counting the weeks down to when Mother Nature will show us some relief from this brutal winter. The much-anticipated relief will also take the US-23 and Monroe Street interchange project out of hibernation and into Season Two work in early spring.In Season One the new southbound on-ramp was opened to traffic and … Continue reading Monroe Street Bridge closure 101
Hafner Florist gives back to local organizations
Jennifer Alexander Ruple Hafner Florist is known for providing great client experiences and creating unique floral designs that feel as thoughtful as they are beautiful. That same spirit of caring extends beyond their floral shop and home décor boutique to their deep commitment to their community and local nonprofit organizations. Through meaningful partnerships with the Toledo Arts Commission and Sylvania Area Family Services (SAFS), owners … Continue reading Hafner Florist gives back to local organizations
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Metamora State Bank is now Bank419
Metamora State Bank has a new name and brand identity, Bank419, marking a milestone in the institution’s 80-year history.
“This is an exciting day for everyone at Metamora State Bank – our leadership team, employees, board members, investors and customers,” said Kate Fischer, president and CEO. Continue reading Metamora State Bank is now Bank419
SYLVANIA THEN & NOW
Recently a request was received for history stories about the properties on the south side of Monroe Street when there were many residential houses that lined the street instead of commercial businesses. Continue reading SYLVANIA THEN & NOW
Sylvania celebrates America 250
From a grade school student’s sketchbook to citywide celebrations, Sylvania is embracing history in a very local way as it joins communities across Ohio and the nation in marking the United States’ 250th anniversary. Continue reading Sylvania celebrates America 250
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Sylvania Municipal Judge Michael Bonfiglio administered the oath of office to the newly elected Mayor, Mark Frye. He then swore in re-elected council members Mary Westphal, Patrick Richardson, Marcus Hansen, and newly elected Shawn Murphy before the Jan. 5 meeting. Continue reading City beat …