Amid the steady hum of traffic, a chorus of cheers and a collective sigh of relief filled the air in Sylvania on Saturday evening as the newly reconstructed Monroe Street bridge over U.S. 23 reopened to traffic, right on schedule.The bridge officially reopened at 7 pm, Aug. 8, fulfilling a promise made the previous day during a ribbon-cutting ceremony by Ohio Department of Transportation District … Continue reading The Monroe Street bridge is open
By Jennifer Alexander Ruple As summer reaches its golden stretch and sweet corn hits peak season, farmers markets and farm stands across northwest Ohio are brimming with everyone’s favorite ears from yellow and white to bi-color varieties. That makes now the perfect time to visit a local market or roadside stand. This week’s column brings two recipes that are fresh, hearty and full of flavor. … Continue reading Sweet Corn Shines in Fresh Salad and Savory Bake
Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber along with Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Welcoming Committee members Mark McPherson, Amanda Boyd, Wayne Turner, David Walkup, Laura Smith, Jamie Irwin, Brian McCann, and Sylvania Chamber CEO Tiffany Bosch, join Referees’ owners Xavier and Evelyn Rosales and Victor Santos, staff members, and friends on Aug. 3 to open Referees’ Mexican Sports Bar and Grill in Timberstone Center.—by Jennifer Alexander … Continue reading Ribbon cut to open Referees’
Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber along with Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Welcoming Committee members Ken Wines, Joanna Kalucki, Bud Crosby, Mark McPherson, Erika Buri, Crystal Jordan, Kate Fischer, Jack Schroeder, Joe Szafarowicz, Dave Walkup, Chris Repass, Patrick Richardson, Brian McCann, Cathy McGuire, Leah Lanius, John Kantner, Mary Westphal, Jim Heller, and representatives from Maumee, Perrysburg, Waterville, and Rossford chambers of commerce join Cari and … Continue reading Advance Advertising cuts a ribbon
By Jennifer Alexander Ruple August has a way of turning the kitchen counter into a celebration of color, especially when sun-ripened tomatoes and fragrant basil are in season. Together, they’re summer’s sweetest crush: basil draws out the tomatoes’ natural sweetness, while the tomatoes give every dish a juicy, garden-fresh brightness. This pairing shines in two easy warm-weather recipes: a rustic Tomato Basil Pie, also known … Continue reading The Sweetest Summer Crush: Tomatoes and Basil
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.
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
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
For generations of Sylvania schools graduates, the colors may have been orange and brown or black and gold, but the memories are shared. In August, alumni from Sylvania High School, Northview High School and Southview High School will come together to celebrate a milestone that shaped the community’s educational history — the 50th anniversary of the final graduating class of Sylvania High School and the … Continue reading Reunion celebrates 50 years of school traditions
When summer heats up bold red wines and boozy bottles can feel a little too heavy. For cookouts, picnics, and easy dinners outside, lighter and crisp wines with bright acidity, softer tannins, and lower alcohol are the way to go. Think refreshing, vibrant sips that keep things light and easygoing, making grilled favorites and seasonal dishes feel a little more relaxed. Continue reading Beat the Heat: How to Pair Wine with Your Summer Menu
