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 A 2009 National Fathering Survey found that 89 percent of fathers are satisfied with themselves in that role. Father’s Day data
Statistical breakdowns for the day that celebrates dear old dad.
 Instructor Nadia Packard demonstrates techniques for, from back to front, Heidi Jurski, Joslyn Jurski, and Ally Vossen. Toledo Magazine: Clay date
Family Pottery Class means creativity and togetherness

 Carrie Underwood and members of her band perform tonight at Huntington Center in Toledo. Underwood a hit in downtown Toledo
Oklahoma native belts out around 20 songs for concertgoers. Photo Gallery
 Teammate Dioni Gomez recovers from a 10,000 volt shock that sent him down into the mud. Grueling races test athletes
"Adventure runs" test your all-around mettle.

 Students paint spirited messages
Rocks grab attention at Southview, Northview.
 Sister Julie Myers, left, and Sister Madonna Marchiniak described Lent in three words for a video presentation created by the Sister of St. Francis in Sylvania and posted on YouTube. Nuns in YouTube video describe Lent
Sisters of St. Francis members explain their segments. Video

 Co-presidents Gayle Beier Nicholas Malone Lots of innocent fun at Gridiron
Order of the Heel Award presented at Toledo Junior bar Association event. Document or link Photo Gallery
 Kelsey Stickley with and her mother, Janel Zbierajewski Spychala, and father, Heath Stickley. Mom's House celebrates 20 years
Mom's House of Toledo celebrated its 20th anniversary May 10 with the Mom's Nite Out Annual Gala and Auction at the Pinnacle. The nonprofit organization supports the…

Republicans’ summit lacked a real-world connection
At Victory Park in this gritty mill town, hours before a recent high-profile Republican presidential event, no one was basking in victory.
 A Vietnamese student shows his checked ticket before entering the one-night-only show at RMIT University in Ho Chi Minh City. Dylan debuts in Vietnam at peace
Concert brings unique experience to 5,000 fans.

Off Target
Congress should not get distracted by dangerous NRA proposals.
Opinions matter at The Blade
Your opinion means a lot in shaping what kind of community and world you live in. We hope you think ours does, too.

 Vinyl's sound bigger than digital
Better analog sound quality relates to how songs are pressed.
 Monroe library hosts crime writer
C.J. Box presentation part of 'Writers on the River 2012.'

 Hunter Hayes performs at the 2012 CMA Music Festival on  in Nashville, Tenn. Hunter Hayes fulfilling his dream
Artist to open for Carrie Underwood at Huntington Center.
 Stevens ‘X-Factor’ winner enjoying wild year
Life is a whirlwind for the former Mo. street department employee.

 John Appt, chairman of the Master Plan Steering Committee, presents the five options for renovating or replacing Rossford’s school buildings during a forum Wednesday at the high school auditorium. Group offers school upgrade plans
5 options for Rossford cost up to $77M.
 MacKinnon Rossford council wants mayor to join pay-raise bid
Rossford voters will be asked to approve pay raises for their city council members and mayor on Nov. 6 through a pair of proposed city charter amendments. Council…

 Hoffman Road Landfill is just northwest of Point Place. City officials say the area has other sites that could be causing the smell. Point Place residents cry foul odor
Neighbors blame landfill; city says look elsewhere.
Council moves to collect on prizes
The city of Toledo wants to make sure it gets a piece of the action when someone hits the jackpot at the Hollywood Casino.

Worker not on hook for company breach
Dear Dale: When I was a salesman for a business, my boss had me review a print advertisement and then told me to sign the contract to place the ad if I thought the proof…
Clearing record of minor legal offense
Dear Dale: My brother's school conducted a background check on him because he's in their pharmacy program. The check turned up a public nuisance charge from 15 years ago…

 Eggplant, Chapli Kebab, Lamb Steaks with Szechuan Pepper Rub, and Bahamian Grilled Chicken. Add international flair to your grill
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the national grilling season.
This isn't your mother's pasta recipe
When a colleague sent me the information, I responded by saying it was the most interesting thing I had ever read.

New year brings no basket of cheer for U.S. diplomacy
THE crafters of American foreign policy will have to wrestle with a host of issues in 2011, not least of which will be leadership changes in the House of Representatives.
The Civil War was all about slavery
GOV. Bob McDonnell of Virginia named April Confederate History Month without mentioning slavery. Then, under pressure, he added slavery, in the process raising a very…

Anchor putter rules spur great debate
Discussion of the belly or broomstick or anchor putter actually dates to the 1930s.
OHSAA vote leaves lots of questions
Split tournament proposal might lead to further debates.

New site has roots in 1977
Today, The Blade launches OurTownPerrysburg.com, a Web site devoted to covering the news of Perrysburg and Perrysburg Township. The site will focus on community news and…
Get back to basics with paleo
Caveman diet leads to healthier lifestyle.

 Gee Still a place on campus for affirmative action
The court needs to maintain the sensible precedent it has set.
 Gov. John Kasich wants to use the federal Affordable Care Act to expand Ohio’s Medicaid program for low-income and disabled people. Drop the teacup, lawmakers, and expand Medicaid
Republicans are denying health insurance to hundreds of thousands of working-poor Ohioans.

 City to shut Secor interchanges
10-day action to rev rebuild, avert hazards.
 Three fatal motorcycle crashes in Toledo since mid-March and reports of bikers traveling at very high speeds likely will lead to a crackdown on all riders. Deaths spur motorcycle safety push
State, city looking to beef up traffic enforcement soon.

 Administration scandals cross sacred lines
Any presidential administration should know better than to mess with the press.
The power of a president is limited
The hoariest piece of folklore in the capital involves presidential strength and the fear it inspires.

 Rabbi Edward Garsek plans to retire at the end of the month from Congregation Etz Chayim, an Orthodox Jewish synagogue, and move to Chicago. 'Rabbinic giant' to step down
Rabbi Edward Garsek, 66, is retiring at the end of the month.
 The Rev. Jim Bacik celebrates Mass at Corpus Christi University Parish. The 75-year-old priest is to say his final Masses there June 24. Longtime priest looks back
Rev. Jim Bacik approaches his July 1 retirement.

Socially speaking, the symphony delivers a crescendo
Usually children learn from their parents. Sometimes, though, it’s the other way around.
The war that defines Canadians befuddles us
I lied to a Canadian border guard this month. It was a lie of omission.

 Bowsher’s Mitch Vanderhorst is bypassed by Start's Nik Syroka as he scores against Bowsher. Start claims CL baseball title
It's the Spartans first in 15 years.
 Dionte Carey of Start defeats DeMarkus Darrington of Woodward in the City League track meet on Friday night. Carey’s big night led the Spartans to the team title. Start boys, Rogers girls win City
Start hurdler Dionte Carey already had solidified himself as a two-time City League event champion before stepping on the track a final time Friday evening at Rogers… Photo Gallery

Canine influenza vaccine not recommended for all dogs
What is your view on the canine influenza vaccination? Is it the same in all parts of the country? I'm planning to move back to Idaho soon and would like to have the…
Spring allergies can make pets miserable, too
The much anticipated arrival of spring with the accompanying warm weather brings many blooming and growing things. This means that springtime allergies for pets are…

 Rock Hall a must-see
Author declares Cleveland museum one of best sights in Ohio.
 Libbey Latin teacher donates to UM
Donation to Michigan comes 47 years after her death.

 Workers prepare to take a soil sample at the former Whirlpool Park as part of an examination of the property for contamination at the park near Clyde, Ohio. Whirlpool tests for contaminants
Testing at former Whirlpool Park site expected to take up to three weeks.
Adelante: Latino Agency Moves Forward
Upcoming open house celebrates 18 years of community service.

 Ida Burks of Perrysburg will be 100 on Sept. 28. Her caregivers hope for a presidential letter and recognition from the 'Today Show.' Ex-nurse looks back on century
Perrysburg woman to turn 100 on September 28. Photo Gallery
 Kyle Cannon,18, listens in class while his health aid, Dan Dorner, center in baseball cap, takes notes for him at Bowling Green State University. Canon was a Clay freshman when he was paralyzed during a hockey game in 2008. 'Just a normal kid in a wheelchair'
Paralyzed Clay hockey player studying computer science at BGSU.


 EOPA asks city for $100,000 grant
Board members agree to accept grant to pay CEO's salary.
 Boaters wait for docks to open
Toledo marina contract approved just Friday.

Minority party controls Michigan’s legislature
Some lawmakers seem to be trying openly to thwart the will of the people.
Son of Cleveland suspect is part of bizarre story
Did The Blade cross the line? Your ombudsman doesn’t think so.


 The Wolcott House Museum in Maumee was spruced up for President Obama's visit and will welcome him today with red, white, and blue bunting and cascades of purple petunias, accented with American flags. Wolcott House prepped for Obama
President joins proud tradition of famous visitors at Maumee museum.
 Michelle Self watches her son Alex Bentley play with Hamden, his therapy dog. Ms. Self is a member of the board of trustees of the Williams Syndrome Association. Walk for rare syndrome slated for Saturday
Alex Bentley is a friendly 12-year-old who sees the good in people.

Super-sizing wages
Fast-food workers drop the fries and seize the moment.
 Leslie Hayes, center, wipes her eyes as she talks about her late daughter, Wendabi Triplett, who allegedly was shot on Christmas Eve by her estranged husband, Robert F. Carter. She died early Christmas morning. Cosma Miller, a friend of Ms. Triplett, cries at left, while Walter J. Boykin III, Ms. Triplett’s son, sits on the floor. Toledo's dirty little secret
Domestic violence caused more than a third of homicides last year.

 Jorge Aguilar, 6, left, his grandmother Nedra Pike, and parents Ryan Pike and Whitney Mekus react to Sniff Sniff U Stink, an interactive exhibit at Grossology. Each member of the Defiance family took a whiff of something from the human body at the Imagination Station in downtown Toledo on Sunday. Imagination Station burps up fun
‘Grossology’ of human body opens at downtown science museum.
Science Society raises $800,000
Members scout out ideas for hands-on exhibits.

State Rep. Pillich challenges Mandel
COLUMBUS — Democrats plan to send a former U.S. Air Force captain, Connie Pillich, to do battle with the proven political firepower of a former Marine staff…
 Ohio Rep. Connie Pillich, left, and Ohio State Treasurer Josh Mandel. Dems to pit Pillich versus Mandel
State Rep. Pillich officially announces candidacy for 2014 treasurer race.

Advocate aided divorce-affected kids
Gretchen Watson, who advocated on behalf of children of divorced or separated parents with the Children’s Rights Council of Northwest Ohio, died Monday in her…
 Beck 'Uncle Ben’ taught a generation
Retired police officer Charles C. Beck, who held a high-profile job as the Toledo Police Department’s Safe-T-City officer for 18 years and was recognized for…

 Syracuse's Chris Rahl makes contact on a pitch from Mud Hens starter Derek Hankins. Mud Hens drop third straight game
Toledo led 3-1 going into 8th inning. Photo Gallery
Follow the Mud Hens in-game blog
Follow the Mud Hens as they face Syracuse again today at 10:30 a.m. with the in-game blog.

 Jimmy Harmon, 42, of Denver, top right, will take immediate control of Bennett Management, owned by Robert Bennett, bottom right, who died earlier this month. The company owns area Burger Kings and Tony Packo's restaurants. Bennett Management names CEO
Man takes over for firm's founder, who died earlier this month.
 Construction at Kroger Marketplace store in Lambertville, Mich. Kroger seeks bigger Marketplace slice
Grocery chain fights back as Wal-Mart supercenters muscle into turf.

 Cindy Bramson, librarian at Maumee High School, is losing her job after 33 years because of budget-balancing moves. Local districts cut librarians
Effect on students' skills questioned.
 Toledo Humane Society will accept specially marked applications from 11 a.m. May 11 to 7 p.m. May 16 to adopt 'Suitcase Six.' Suitcase 6 to go up for adoption
Applications to be taken May 11-16 for pups, mom.

 Roxanne Cangealose, standing, plays Truvy and Morgan Lemanski plays Shelby in the Monroe Community Players' production of 'Steel Magnolias.' Monroe theater group ready take stage
‘Steel Magnolias’ is three years in the making ,director says.
 Marissa Rex as Floral, left, and Barbara Barkan as her mother, Kandall, rehearse a scene for the Village Players' production of 'Impossible Marriage.' Humor, sadness mingle in show
'Impossible Marriage' to close Village Players' 2012-2013 season.

 Wendy Easler, right, helps Deborah Foreman of Toledo with her taxes Friday at the Financial Opportunity Center in North Toledo. Agencies offer cash-flow coaching
Goal is to help more families achieve 'financial stability.'
 The developer who turned the Standart Lofts into upscale living space envisions apartments and retail space at the vacant Berdan Building, seen here. Developer to revive Berdan Building
Lucas County leaders support apartments.

 Ford Abandonment, hope, and a man who hangs in
Ford shows off city’s housing blight.
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Toledo Mayor Mike Bell and his top administrative staff are arborcidal.

Lilacs are stars of late spring
They're really showing off their late spring blooms and will knock your socks off with their bouquet.
Rhubarb is a perennial favorite
It's easy to grow and has huge foliage that can fill up a corner of your garden.

 Bowling Green Manor resident Fern Sipe, 101, shares a laugh with Jackie Metz, volunteer coordinator for the Wood County Committee on Aging, at the 90 Plus Spectacular in Bowling Green. Wood County celebrates longevity
BOWLING GREEN — For Margaret Davis, 94, and Fern Sipe, 101, longevity seems to run in the family.
 Navy veteran Terry Keller of Toledo receives dental care from Karen Knowles during the fourth annual Stars, Stripes and Smiles event at Hires Dental Care in Toledo. Dentist's office gives back to vets
'Stars, Stripes and Smiles' event in its 4th year.

 Morsi Morsi’s on-the-job education may be Egypt’s best bet
Mr. Morsi’s government is opposed by democratic forces to its left, tugged at by conservatives to its right, and kept in the shadow of Egypt’s powerful…
Kuwait experiencing growing pains as democracy develops
KUWAIT CITY — Thou­sands of peo­ple gath­ered here last week to pro­test changes in vot­ing laws in ad­vance of next month’s…

 Zachary Quinto, left, as Spock and Chris Pine as Kirk star in the movie, 'Star Trek Into Darkness.' Darkness and Light in new 'Star Trek'
With latest film, Abrams goes where no ‘Trek’ movie has gone before.
Harryhausen had a ‘special effect’ on film
Despite industry acclaim, Ray Harryhausen is unknown to most moviegoers.

 Willy's Salsa, one of the products from the Center for Innovative Food Technology, in the refrigerator at Kroger. Center helps area businesses
CIFT gives local start-ups knowledge for success.
 Co-owners Joe Skaff, left, and Moussa Salloukh, who have been friends for more than 20 years, say they are ready for today’s opening of their new Burger Bar 419 Monroe St. Burger Bar 419 adds west location
New Monroe Street location opens today.

 The 2011 'Call of Duty: Black Ops' Jeep Wrangler Unlimited was modified by a Texas company. Among the accouterments are a 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine and machine-gun mounts on the roof and sides. Jeep outfitted for 'Black Ops'
Raffle of 'Call of Duty' Wrangler to benefit Special Forces veterans.
 Kurt Rankin, an assistant vice president and economist for The PNC Financial Services Group, speaks to invited guests at the PNC Bank's annual luncheon at the Pinnacle in Maumee. Region's revival may be rough
PNC economist says U.S. economy is financial fuel waiting for a spark.

 Ariel Castro appears in Cleveland Municipal Court. Emotional and physical abuse brought into the light in Cleveland
The decade-long brutality endured by three Cleveland women behind boarded-up doors and windows is a secret no more.
 Budish Dems struggle making laws in Rep Ohio
Trying to make laws in a red Ohio leaves Democrat feeling blue.

 Clay players run off the field in celebration after defeating Southview in a Division I district semifinal softball game at Rolf Park in Maumee. A good day for Eagles softball
TRAC opponents will play for district championship. Photo Gallery
 Eastwood’s Devin Snowden beats teammate Joey Salinas in a 300-meter hurdles heat. Snowden won the final and also captured the long jump and ran on two winning relay teams at the Northern Buckeye Conference meet. Eagles win NBC, again
Eastwood boys and girls squads repeat track dominance. Photo Gallery

 David C. Miller B.G. editor served on county boards
BOWLING GREEN — David C. Miller, editor of the Sentinel-Tribune for more than 30 years and a leader on county boards and civic activities, died Saturday in York,…
 Amber Alert assists in search for kids
Strict criteria required before posts made.

 Frank Reynolds. Fisherman fought regulators, FirstEnergy
Frank L. “Baldy” Reynolds, Jr., owner for 50 years of a Lake Erie commercial fishing business, one of the last in the state, who remained on guard against…
 Zander Epps of San Diego jumps as he crosses the stage to receive his bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies during Lourdes University’s commencement ceremony. 456 receive degrees from Lourdes
University holds 55th commencement in downtown Toledo. Photo Gallery

Spring social calendar was packed with events
When obligations on my calendar overflow, I simply pack a suitcase, kiss the cats goodbye, and head for room 107 at the Red Roof Inn. It’s my home away from home,…
One never stops needing mom
Mother's Day is a day of love, remembrances, gifts, and tears.

 Alex Kocher (Bowsher) holds a longnose gar that he and fellow Wildlife Management students Will Gilbert III (Waite), left, Leigha Kelley (Waite), and Tres' Black (Start) netted during field work on the Maumee River. TPS program too valuable to become extinct
Alex Kocher excelled in his first year at Hocking College, where he is studying fisheries management. At 19, he is looking at the big picture and hoping to devote his…
 Antoine Delaforterie holds a morel mushroom that he found in Rochester Hills, Mich. Morels tasty target for spring hunters
They are a highly-prized delicacy.

 Council to vote on transport contract
July 1 is tentative date to start service.
 Board names Woodland principal
Brook Price approved to start Aug. 1.

 Harriet Loar, left, gets a guided tour of the new Harriet Loar Early Literacy Center from Children’s Librarian Martie Yunker at the Evergreen Community Library in Metamora, Ohio. The educational center will be open during library hours, except for the story-time hour on Wednesdays. Library opens early literacy center
Harriet Loar Early Literacy Center serves Lucas, Fulton Co. communities. Photo Gallery
 State and local authorities investigate a fatal shooting and home invasion on South River Road in Waterville Township. Carryout owner shot dead in home
Man killed in home invasion as girlfriend hid, called 911. Document or link

 K.C. Kenney, left, as Cosmo Brown adn Joe Dennehy as Don Lockwood in the Croswell production of 'Singin' in the Rain.' 'Singin' in the Rain' in Adrian
Croswell Opera House features classic musical with 2-weekend run.
Theater gets new artistic director
Two productions and a change of leadership highlight this week's theater news.

 Officials are considering guidelines and funding for improving downtown Sylvania buildings and their facades. Council tables building guidelines
At issue is funding to improve downtown buildings, facades.
 Council to address flooding
Discussion to determine approval of proposed residential development.

 EOPA asks city for $100,000 grant
Board members agree to accept grant to pay CEO's salary.
 Sophomore Jessica Magrum talks to Fran Lawrence, executive vice president of the American Federation of Teachers. Leaders of the AFT, the Ohio Federation of Teachers, and a representative of U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown toured the west end Toledo Technology Academy on Monday. Ex-TPS teacher tours tech academy
Official returned to spread word about the academy to a national audience.

Red Wings brush off momentum talk
DETROIT — Has the complexion of the NHL Western Conference semifinal series changed in the wake of the Detroit’s win in Game 3?
 Detroit defenseman Kyle Quincey, left, and Chicago left wing Bryan Bickell mix it up in the first period. Magic of ‘The Joe’ not lost on Chicago
DETROIT — Could the confines of Joe Louis Arena be considered friendly? Not necessarily, and especially not in a rivalry.

 Carla Glover of Toledo carries food to her car after members of the New Light Shiningstar Food Pantry and the Circle of Friends minority health program handed out boxes of food to those in need Wednesday. The two agencies are drawing awareness to the services their organizations provide. Outreach groups aid food pantries
When family practice physician Anita Lewis-Sewell was told by her doctor to get a mammogram in 2009, she put it off because of a busy schedule.
 Preschool teacher Lori Brown, left, poses a question to Kyra Conrad, 4, who was using FaceTime to interact with her classmates Wednesday afternoon at Danbury Elementary in Marblehead. For two hours each day, Kyra uses an iPad to FaceTime with her class. Technology connects preschool class
FaceTime connects homebound girl with classmates.

 Terry Van Bibber, Toledo, casts his line out into the Maumee River as fog envelops the area. Northwest Ohio summer fun
Water water everywhere: Lake Erie, the Maumee River, and Oak Openings.
 Eric Hillenbrand and Condessa Croninger stand in their art gallery  20 North Gallery on South St. Clair on May 13, 2013. The gallery is closing after 20 years of operation. 20 North Gallery closes Friday
'Little glowing oasis' in downtown Toledo to go dark.

 Josh Harris, owner of Smoke Revolt , right, sells flavored e-liquid nicotine to customer Michelle Mikesell, at his shop. Advocates: E-cigarettes beat habit
Health officials aren’t so sure that's reason for switch.
 Area family assesses school safety
Group focuses on proactive emergency response training for educators.

 Tammy McKittrick, center, is flanked by son Shawn Tompkins, Jr., 21, and daughter Shanice McKittrick, 23. All three are graduating from area colleges this month. ‘I had my children understand that we are going to college, we are going to get a degree,’ she said. Family stays the course to degrees
Proud Toledo mom's family all went to classes, studied, and worked.
 Claire’s Day encourages joy of books
12th annual free family book festival celebrated Saturday in Maumee.

 UT could sell beer at sporting events
Rockets consider alcohol sales at football, basketball games. Video
Wonnell leaves, but no one is to blame
Richard Wonnell wanted a scholarship. Tod Kowalczyk was hesitant to give him one. Neither can be faulted.

 Bacigalupi An honored friend in Arkansas
Artful Toledo connection provides good reason to stop, visit.
 James Naismith's original rules of 'Basket Ball' is displayed at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Mo. An eye-opener of Ozlike proportions
Inspiration can be found at Nelson-Atkins museum in Kansas City.

 The Tony Packo's litigation led to the sale of the company's assets to collect on more than $2.6 million it owes to Fifth Third Bank. Judge reviews Packo's bids
Judge expected to decide Thursday which of 3 bids will be accepted.
 Packo's ripe for expansion
Franchising experts say restaurant could open more locations.

 Findlay's Tyler Brown runs in the 400-meter race at the TRAC meet. Brown won the 200, 400, high jump, and long jump. Whitmer, ND defend TRAC titles
Findlay's Brown wins 4 events. Photo Gallery
Vicars to coach Delta football
After seven years away, football coach Mike Vicars will return to the school where he made one of his biggest impacts.

 The Blade Outdoors editor Steve Pollick says farewell after 30 years and travels to 35 different countries. Pollick leaves legacy of adventure
Outdoorsman Steve Pollick says farewell after 30 years, 35 countries.
 Blade Outdoors Editor Steve Pollick discusses a passage from his book Starwalking with Sarah during an Authors! Authors! event. Retirement: You just know when it's time
So, it is time. Yes, I am retiring after nearly 30 years as outdoors editor of The Blade.

 Jason 'Red' has a green thumb
High schooler has been planting since age 5. Video Photo Gallery
American Gallery will host reception
A meet-the-artists event will be 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the American Gallery, 6600 Sylvania Ave. A new show of work by 15 artists includes acrylics, oils, watercolors,…

 Refugee learning ‘how to be a dog’
Local Pit Crew takes in Monty, rescued from slaying scene. Video
 Jody Brickner of Findlay  with Ruthie. Mrs. Brickner was fostering Ruthie and ended up keeping the 15-year-old  Brittany spaniel after the dog recovered from heartworm disease. Prevention better with heartworm
Ruthie shows parasite is beatable; cure is expensive, takes effort.

 Construction crews with a bulldozer struck a 16-inch medium-pressure gas line on Upton Avenue at Central Avenue under I-475, clogging traffic for hours and forcing the evacuation of five homes. Gas break locks up traffic
Police aid woman in labor, who was in snarled traffic.
 Denzel M. Castile Teen allegedly stabs baby to death
UT student accused of attacking cousin in front of police. Sound Clip


 Bishop Nelson Clark poses at the Power House Tabernacle Pentacostal Christian Church in Toledo. He is celebrating 50 years as a minister. Bishop celebrates 50 years of sermons
Celebrations aplenty as Clark marks a year of milestones.
‘Save Me’ needs saving from itself
I’m not sure if I want this prime-time religion.

 Joe McNamara, left, with campaign aide Andrew Grun-wald, signs an ethics pledge that calls on officials who supervise employees to ban them from campaigning for their bosses during normal business hours. Auditor sets ‘Election Kickoff Rally’
Lopez expected to announce candidacy for Toledo mayor today.
 Dead Space 3 solid addition to series
The Dead Space franchise has been one of the most successful games in the horror genre, which is why it was surprising that the series deviated from its proven…

 From left: Lifeline volunteer Bryce Roberts, intern Rob Anderson and volunteer Gary Bond converse prior to boarding this bus that will take them from New Harvest Church in Oregon to Monroe, Ohio, where soccer players will kick a soccer ball to Toledo as part of a charity fundraiser. Volunteers brace for charity trip
Men to dribble soccer ball 250 miles for LifeLine Toledo.
 A customer enters a resale center in Port Clinton. Despite the illusion of prosperity given Ottawa County's proximity to the lake, much of that county’s employment is either seasonal or part time. Suburbs slump below poverty line
Financial woes spread beyond city limits.

New candidates for Toledo mayor
Seven candidates for mayor of Toledo is not enough. Just ask Don Gozdowski.
 A pub owner and 28 others assert that negligence by city contractors doing a sewer repair caused the flooding in their West Toledo neighborhood in August, 2011. An attorney representing them said damage amounted to between $500,000 and $750,000. Appeal moves flood case forward
29 in Bennett Road area sued city contractor for ’11 damage.

 Thomas Walton, left, chats with Clint Eastwood during his run for mayor of Carmel, Calif. How Clint Eastwood made my day
Clint Eastwood is a friend of mine. How’s that for name-dropping?
Bright future awaits Clay students
Looking through the lens of a high school banquet.

 Lisa Conner at her home in Toledo. Ms. Conner lives in tax credit housing developed by United North Community Development Corporation. Groups show housing works
Developers take active role in management of tax-credit homes.
 A recently built house on Avondale Avenue is vacant and boarded up, in contrast to nearby older structures, which are occupied. Lax oversight jeopardizes projects
Blade investigation reveals flaws in state agency's oversight of program. Document or link

 Jeremiah Boyle, the Community Affairs Managing Director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, spoke with a packed audience of several hundred Rotarians. Fed director speaks in Toledo
Jeremiah Boyle says post-industrial success varies.
 This undated product image provided by Chrysler shows the 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The Cherokee will be built in Toledo. Cherokee production launch delayed
Toledo-built vehicle to launch in 3rd quarter.

 Retired Spanish teacher Rose Corcoran-Smith says she will fly her friends to Spain and set up a college fund for her great-grandson if she wins the Powerball. Taking a shot at the biggest jackpot
What would area residents do with $600M? Photo Gallery
 Crews continue their demolition of the old armory and surrounding buildings near downtown Bowling Green. The armory was built in 1910, and some of the first Bowling Green State Normal College students took classes there. Demolition of armory for pharmacy
CVS pharmacy replaces more than a century old building in B.G.

 University of Toledo center Yolanda Richardson (33) goes to the net against Marquette's Cristina Bigica (35) Saturday. Rockets can't survive slump
Marquette's 23-4 leads Golden Eagles over Toledo.
 Toledo running back Adonis Thomas runs for a TD during the Military Bowl. It was UT's first bowl win since the 2005 GMAC Bowl. Rockets never gave up hope
Toledo coach said seniors did not let adversity derail team.