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McCord Student Leads Composting Project
Riley Stramel, an eighth grader at McCord Junior High in Sylvania, has come up with a project that’s worth its weight in gold—specifically black...
A Toledo Holiday Bucket List for Families
The holidays in northwest Ohio are a time for slowing down, bundling up and spending time with the people you love. From ice skating...
Lucas County Parent Advocacy and Leadership Project Hosts Parent Café
The Lucas County Parent Advocacy and Leadership Project invites parents and caregivers to participate in its upcoming Parent Café, a free community program designed...
Ohio Parents Encouraged to Make Gun Safety a Daily Habit
No parent ever expects tragedy to strike at home. Yet across Ohio, more children are being injured or killed in accidental shootings—most involving unsecured...
Holiday Gift Guide 2025
This holiday season, shop local while supporting Toledo-area businesses. From specialty products to unique experiences, this guide highlights great gift ideas you can find...
Inspirefest 2025: Celebrate Kindness, Connection and Community in Toledo
Take a break from the noise of daily life and reconnect with what truly matters—kindness, compassion and community. Inspirefest 2025, presented by Neighbor to...
Toledo Talent Helps Teens Develop as Potential Film Actors
To parents of teens dreaming of someday winning an Emmy for television or an Oscar for movies, take heart. Winning actors had to start...
What’s on Our Bookshelf this October
Halloween is right around the corner, which means it’s time for books that bring on the laughs, the chills, and just the right amount...
Why Classical Education Matters in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence is everywhere—in classrooms, workplaces, even living rooms. As algorithms get smarter and faster, the question grows sharper: what skills will students need...
OcTABerfest Returns to Support Families at Ronald McDonald House
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Ohio is inviting the community to come out and celebrate for a good cause at its annual OcTABerfest,...
Understanding Pediatric ADHD: What parents need to know
As a former early childhood teacher and a marriage and family therapy candidate, I’ve had my fair share of navigating ADHD in children. However,...