News Briefs - March 9, 2025

Nominations accepted
       
Nominations for the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame are being accepted through Sunday, June 1.
       
The Hall of Fame recognizes those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and continue to contribute to Ohio’s communities, state and nation through exceptional acts of volunteerism, advocacy, professional distinction, public service or philanthropy.
       
The Hall of Fame also can accept nominations for those who would be inducted posthumously.
       
To be considered, the veteran must meet the following criteria:
        • Be a past or current Ohio resident.
        • Have received an honorable discharge.
        • Be of good moral character.
       
Complete guidelines, a sample nomination, and more information are available at dvs.ohio.gov/hall-of-fame.
 
 

Polish Genealogical Society to meet
       
The Toledo Polish Genealogical Society will meet Saturday, March 15, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at St. Michael’s School Hall, 420 Sandusky St., Toledo.
       
Local historian Jeffery Green will present “Symbols, Ciphers, and Stone: Secrets of the Cemetery” – an exploration of the evolution of the rural cemetery movement and the symbols, ciphers, and secrets they hold for genealogists.
       
The public is welcome. Visit the Toledo Polish Genealogical Society on Facebook for more details.
 
 

Toy & Train Show
       
The Greater Toledo Train & Toy Show will be held Sunday, March 9, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Student Health & Activities Center at Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. Free parking is available.    
       
More than 250 dealers are set to bring toy and model trains of all gauges and manufacturers, from all eras, including tin, die-cast, pop culture and more.
       
A number of train layouts and exhibits will be operating all day including a LEGO layout presented by the Michigan LEGO Users Group. In addition, Toledo Toymasters will present their award-winning Tiedtke’s Department Store American Flyer antique operating post-war “S” gauge train display.
       
Other highlights include:
        • A Train Clinic offering free appraisals and repair advice.
        • Train parts available for purchase.
        • Vintage, rare and operating A.C. Gilbert Erector Set display area.
        • Romick Railways outdoor riding attraction ($4 ticket required), weather permitting.
        Admission is $7. Children 12 and younger will be admitted free with one paid adult admission.
 
Early bird admission at 9 a.m. will be available for $10.
 

Swiss Singers plan Farmer’s Brunch
       
Experience the warmth of Swiss hospitality at the Toledo Swiss Singers’ Farmer’s Brunch, set for Sunday, March 16, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon.
       
The brunch will feature scrambled eggs, sausage, breakfast casseroles, cinnamon rolls, assorted pastries, rösti (hash browns), traditional Swiss muesli — a wholesome, oat-based breakfast dish loved in Switzerland, plus coffee and tea. Carryouts will be available. A cash bar serving mimosas, Bloody Marys and juice will be offered.
       
Tickets are $20 and $10 for children under 10 years old and are available at toledoswiss.simpletix.com.
 
Tickets will also be available at the door. For more information call or text Elaine at 419-206-0975.
       
Proceeds raised will support the Toledo Swiss Singers in their mission to preserve and share the beauty of Swiss culture and music.
 

E-Cycling event to benefit Nature’s Nursery
 
Nature’s Nursery has teamed up with AIM ECycling, for the sixth year to offer Toledo-area residents an earth- friendly and secure way to properly dispose of old electronics.
       
“E-Cycling For The Animals” will take place Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at The Lucas County Rec Center,  2901 Key St., Maumee.
       
The event offers an easy and affordable way to keep old electronics out of landfills, make sure personal electronic data is securely destroyed and help Nature’s Nursery share their mission to care for local wildlife and their habitats.
       
A donation of $10 per carload is suggested, with contributions benefiting Nature’s Nursery (a 501(c)3 organization).
       
Items that will be accepted include laptops, computers, printers, hard drives, modems, flat screen monitors, cables, speakers, keyboards, cameras, cellphones, radios, game systems and fax machines.
       
TVs, CRT/non-flatscreen  monitors, air conditioners, appliances, fluorescent bulbs, alkaline batteries and all other non-electric items such as furniture, toys and clothing will not be accepted.
       
“Nature’s Nursery is best known for taking in sick, injured or orphaned wild animals,” said executive director Allison Aey. “But we also serve to educate the public on wildlife conservation, including preserving natural habitats and environments. Aligned with our work to save these animals is also a need to make sure that natural resources are preserved and plentiful for both wildlife and people.”
       
“Aim ECycling is a local Toledo company that has the highest certification for proper data destruction and recycling of electronics,” said Aey. “Their R2 designation means they pass very stringent guidelines for minimal landfill waste and the highest secure handling of data destruction.”
       
For more information on Aim Ecycling, visit aimecycling.com.
 

Input sought for transportation plan
       
The Mobility Management program of Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP) is seeking public input for surveys to help improve transportation in the program’s service region.
       
Surveys allow respondents to voice transit needs, concerns and suggestions for improving their county’s transportation services and options. Data from the surveys will be used to develop coordinated transportation plans for each of the nine counties served by GLCAP’s Mobility Management program, which includes Ottawa, Sandusky, Seneca, and Wood counties, among others.
       
Coordinated transportation plans also assess all transportation resources in each county to avoid duplication of services, strategize to address unmet transportation needs, and seek funding for future transportation projects.
       
The survey will be available through Monday, March 31, and is accessible at glcap.org/mobilitymanagement.
 

Chorale presentation
       
Perrysburg Chorale will present “Four Seasons,” featuring text and music by Luke D. Rosen, March 8 at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Maumee, 200 E. Broadway St., and March 9 at 3 p.m. at All Saints Rossford, 628 Lime City Rd.
       
Admission is free.
 

Prescribed burning
       
Wood County Park District stewardship department is planning to conduct prescribed fires in several park properties this spring.
       
The locations of these burns may be in Bradner Preserve, Cricket Frog Cove Area and Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve. The exact timing of the fires will be determined by weather factors to ensure the most effective and safe conditions, including smoke mitigation.
       
All prescribed fire practices are conducted under waiver through the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, notification of the Ohio EPA, as well as direct supervision by an Ohio Certified Prescribed Fire Manager. Local fire departments for each site are aware of these plans and will be notified at least 24 hours before the fire and also on the day of the fire by the district’s fire manager.
       
The purpose of the fires is for the benefit of the natural areas and native ecosystems. All fire management is completed with best management practices.
       
Call 419-661-5113 or email zalbert@wcparks.org with any questions. For park district information, call 419-353-1897 or visit wcparks.org.