Student stars for this edition.

The LivelyU Lifelong Learning Academy – a platform of programming offered through the Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA) in partnership with the Bowling Green State University (BGSU) Optimal Aging Institute – announced the lineup of fall classes.

Area residents are invited to learn about the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, the huge cultural changes of the 1950s, folklore, and more during the 12th season of History Roundtable this fall at the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums.

Owens Community College announced the launch of its Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Completion Program – the first bachelor’s degree program in the college’s 60-year history.

The Life Design program at Bowling Green State University is helping more undecided students define their futures.

Betty Lou (Stotz) Ratliff of Walbridge, Ohio passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025.

Maria Markovich of Oregon passed away on July 24, 2025.

Here is the results of the first week of the girls volleyball season. This is for matches played through Aug. 18.

Here is the results of the first week of the girls soccer season. This is for games played through Aug. 18.

Here is the results of the first week of the boys soccer season. This is for games played through Aug. 18.

Janet S. Purney, 84, passed away Friday, August 15, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Join the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums in celebrating First Lady Lucy Hayes’ birthday with complimentary lemon cookies and lemonade, free craft activities and an outdoor scavenger hunt on Saturday, Aug. 23.

Experience traditional German cuisine and imported beers while enjoying authentic German music, folk dancing and entertainment at the 59th Annual German American Festival, scheduled to take place Aug. 22-24 at Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon.

Once the end of America's deadliest war came in 1865, thousands of men shed their uniforms, put down their muskets and picked up their normal lives again as they returned home.

United States Army Sergeant, Howard L. Hasselkus, was captured and ultimately died as a prisoner of war during World War II at just 24 years old.

The city of Oregon hosted its annual Boom Fest event on Aug. 9. 

This week in Toledo history for Aug. 17-23.

Real estate transfers for the week ending Aug. 8, 2025.

Too many people have what I call a lotto mentality. They want to hit the big score, but are willing to spend only a dollar to do it.

The Ottawa County Health Department, 1856 E. Perry St., Port Clinton, has issued a schedule of clinics for the week of Aug. 18-22. Appointments may be made by calling 419-734-6800.