January GPA: Six alumni to be inducted into Eastwood Eagle Way Hall of Fame

        The Eastwood Alumni Association has announced the Class of 2024 inductees into the Eastwood Eagle Way Hall of Fame.
        They include Ralph Cubberly, Dennis Helm, Kathy Loomis, Timothy Meyer, Amy Huffman Pennell and U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Donald Tracy Prey.        
        The award ceremony will be held Saturday, Feb. 22, at Eastwood High School, 4900 Sugar Ridge Rd., Pemberville. Doors will open at 6 p.m., followed by the presentation of inductees at 6:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
        Tickets are $15 and are available  at the door.
 
NW Ohio School Fair
        The 2025 Northwest Ohio School Fair will be held Saturday, Jan. 25 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Toledo Zoo Malawi Event Center, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo.
        Attendees will have the opportunity to meet representatives from  traditional public, public charter, public magnet, private, faith-based, online, home, and nontraditional schooling options.
        The free, family-friendly fair is hosted by School Choice Ohio in collaboration with the National School Choice Awareness Foundation. Learn more at schoolchoiceweek.com/events/2025-northwest-ohio-school-fair/
 
Terra State plans open house
        Terra State Community College will hold an open house for individuals interested in pursuing careers in allied health or music on Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 5-7 p.m. in Building D, Marsha S. Bordner Arts and Health Technologies Center on the Terra campus, 2830 Napoleon Rd., Fremont.
        Attendees will have the opportunity to tour Terra labs, participate in hands-on demonstrations, explore interactive activities and connect with instructors and students.
        More details are available at terra.edu.
 
Glass City FCU offering scholarships
        Glass City Federal Credit Union is offering five scholarship awards – one in the amount of $2,500 and four in the amount of $1,000 – to area students who meet the following criteria:
        • The student will be attending a two- or four-year accredited post-secondary institution during the 2025-26 school year.
        • The student is a member of Glass City Federal, or a parent, stepparent or legal guardian is a member of the credit union.
         • The student must complete and submit the required application and essay by the deadline of March 31.
        Applications are available at any Glass City Federal branch or online at glasscityfcu.com.
 
Film screening to benefit scholarship
        A film featuring the story of the 5th U.S. Colored Troops in the Civil War will be shown Sunday, Feb. 2, from 3-5 p.m. at the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums in Fremont. A question-and-answer session with the filmmakers will follow.
        “Camp Delaware” chronicles the recruitment, training, battles, bravery and service of the regiment. The film is a recording of a stage production. It incorporates speeches of political figures of the day, letters from the soldiers and sounds of popular music of the era that will bring the unit’s story to life.
        Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at https://www.rbhayes.org/news/2024/11/18/general/film-about-5th-u.s.-colo.... Tickets will also be sold at the front desk the day of the event, pending availability.
        Proceeds benefit the Community Arts Network Performing Arts Scholarship, available to graduating Ohio high school seniors who will be attending an Ohio college or university to pursue a degree in the performing arts. For more details on the scholarship, visit https://communityartsnetworkoh.org/scholarships/.
 
Owens receives grant for Jill of All Trades
        Owens Community College has received a grant to help support the third Jill of All Trades event in October 2025. Jill of All Trades provides an opportunity for female high school students to explore careers in the skilled trades through hands-on workshops and networking with local employers and industry partners.
        This initiative will be funded in part by an $8,500 grant from the Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Fund of the Greater Toledo Community Foundation. Corporate sponsorships also help fund the event.
        Established in 2014 in Canada, Jill of All Trades provides firsthand learning experiences for female students in grades 9-12 to introduce them to the possibilities of a career in skilled trades, including advanced manufacturing and transportation.
        Owens was the first institution in the United States to host the event in 2023. In 2024, more than 80 students from area high school participated in the event.
        For more information on Jill of All Trades, visit owens.edu/jillofalltrades.
 
Terra State recognizes Reiter as trustee emerita
        The Terra State Community College Board of Trustees has awarded Trustee Kay E. Reiter the distinguished title of Trustee Emerita in recognition of her service and contributions to the institution.
        Reiter, who has served on the board under three Terra State presidents since 2001, concluded her tenure Dec. 31, 2024.
        Reiter’s 13 years serving on the Terra Board of Trustees have been marked by a commitment to advancing postsecondary education, building partnerships and supporting students.
        Her leadership included five years as chairperson, during which she played a pivotal role in guiding the college through numerous initiatives to enhance student learning and community engagement.
        “Kay has been a tireless advocate for Terra State and its mission to deliver high-quality education and training to our community,” said 2024 Board Chair Mike Waleryszak, who nominated Reiter for emeritus status. “Her leadership and dedication have left an indelible mark on the college and the students we serve.”
        In addition to her work at Terra State, Reiter has been a trailblazer for women in community leadership roles, serving with the Sandusky County Chamber of Commerce, the Sandusky County Economic Development Corporation, and numerous other boards. She has also held roles as a township trustee and Sandusky County commissioner, demonstrating a commitment to public service.
        Reiter’s tenure at Terra State has been defined by her ability to forge partnerships that benefit the institution. Her advocacy for nursing students and her collaboration with ProMedica on initiatives such as the “Cookin’ Men” program are examples. She also volunteered for programs like Kids College, which provide enrichment opportunities for younger learners.
        For more information, visit terra.edu.