In 1922 Ina D. Peck purchased Lot 32 in the subdivision known as Burnham’s Addition, which fronted on the street called Indiana Avenue. The next year the road name was changed to Maplewood Avenue, and this house came to be known as 6831 Maplewood Avenue. Continue reading SYLVANIA THEN & NOW
We have just marked the unofficial end of summer with the celebration of Labor Day. As we pack away vacation photos and send the kids back to school, let’s remember that this holiday was originally created to focus on the achievements of all working people, as well as the nation’s original struggle for workers’ rights and improved workplace conditions. Continue reading One job is entire career for local workers
If you’ve passed through downtown and noticed the familiar bell missing from its corner perch at Main and Monroe streets – fear not, the bell is in safe hands Continue reading Heritage Sylvania Where did the historic bell go?
SCOTT: Mike, can you believe this is our last article of the growing season?
MIKE: Well Scott, the days are getting shorter. Continue reading FALL GARDENING FOLKLORE
Sylvania’s school students return to their classrooms this week. Most are looking forward to meeting their principals, teachers, bus drivers, building aides – and even the lunch ladies. Continue reading Unsung heroes return back to school
For more than five decades, Sylvania Area Family Services (SAFS) has been a cornerstone of support for the community, providing vital programs and services that touch lives in meaningful ways. Continue reading SAFS: Strengthening the Community, One Family at a Time
I believe most Sylvania residents have their individual ways to appreciate the quality of life our community provides. For me, that includes enjoying a neighborhood that overlooks Olander Park. Continue reading Scouts benefit area, build a future
SCOTT: Mike, we chatted with Terry on a recent podcast about banana trees. It seems he, like myself, has gone for the tropical backyard look. So, I thought I’d mention a few plants that can bring the desert look into your landscape. Continue reading A BIT OF TROPICS IN THE MIDWEST
When Harold Weber began to lay out the course that was to become Highland Meadows Golf Club in 1925, little did he dream that 100 years later, the course would see countless numbers of golfers playing thousands of rounds each season or that it would be home to the long-running LPGA Golf Classic, and now the new Greater Toledo Golf Classic, pitting LPGA golf legends with Epson Tour newcomers. Continue reading Highland Meadows celebrates 100 years
The second annual Car-nival at Rosary Care Center to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Continue reading 2nd Annual Car-nival
