07.08.2019 Monday Column
In today’s column:
In today’s column:
- National Weather Service: 5 Day Outlook *
- Lewis County Water Alliance: LC Planning Commission Meeting Tuesday *
- NIH: Increased Risk of Cancer Death Linked to Hyperthyroid Treatment *
- FDA: Altaire Issues Recall of Ophthalmic Products - Walgreens & Walmart *
- USDA: USDA Suspends Honeybee Colony Research- Why It Matters *
- WDFW: Fishing Rule Change - Chehalis River And Tributaries Closed to Fishing *
- WA ATG Ferguson: TitleX case update - Gag Rule Blocked Again *
- Not Strictly Toledo: BOCC Weekly Legislative Meeting *
- Today: Yoga In Toledo *
- Tuesday: Toledo School Board Meets
- Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Forms, Fun & More *
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Toledo High School Principal Martin Huffman boasted:
Sky Nyberg and Sydnie McClure got Gold Medals for the third year in a row, Emma Cline Silver Medal, Carol Boyles Bronze Medal. Katie Bowen and Calvin Wallace completed Leadership Academy. Overall a great conference and great group!
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TES PTO toasted:
Sky Nyberg and Sydnie McClure got Gold Medals for the third year in a row, Emma Cline Silver Medal, Carol Boyles Bronze Medal. Katie Bowen and Calvin Wallace completed Leadership Academy. Overall a great conference and great group!
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TES PTO toasted:
Image courtesy Jake Dailey
Summer is in full swing and we are enjoying the laid back schedule and free time. I just wanted to take a minute to showcase the community support and effort at the school garden. Club continues: kids and parents have committed their time. Teachers, families and volunteers are signed up to water every week of the summer! Thanks so far to Alicia Luna Ortiz family and Suzanne Kasner family. Jeff Landrum just set up irrigation for the berries and perennial rows. Jake Dailey posted a wonderful drone shot from a few months ago during a garden work party. Paul Oberg delivered more much needed wood chips. A maintenance staff member came down on very short notice on a Sunday to prep the parking lot so K Dub Shipp can grade and rock the lot tomorrow. Sorry for the long post. I hope you made it to the end. All this during the last few weeks of summer. This community rocks and continues to amaze!
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National Weather Service Seattle:
Summer is in full swing and we are enjoying the laid back schedule and free time. I just wanted to take a minute to showcase the community support and effort at the school garden. Club continues: kids and parents have committed their time. Teachers, families and volunteers are signed up to water every week of the summer! Thanks so far to Alicia Luna Ortiz family and Suzanne Kasner family. Jeff Landrum just set up irrigation for the berries and perennial rows. Jake Dailey posted a wonderful drone shot from a few months ago during a garden work party. Paul Oberg delivered more much needed wood chips. A maintenance staff member came down on very short notice on a Sunday to prep the parking lot so K Dub Shipp can grade and rock the lot tomorrow. Sorry for the long post. I hope you made it to the end. All this during the last few weeks of summer. This community rocks and continues to amaze!
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National Weather Service Seattle:
Caption: At least a chance for showers over the next 5 days, with the greater chances for precipitation Tuesday through Thursday. Highs over the period mainly in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
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Lewis County Water Alliance: LC Planning Commission Meeting 6 PM Tuesday July 9
Our intention is to ask the Planning Commission to modify the rural zoning summary to be in-line with the comprehensive plan when it comes to food and beverage manufacturing, and any other large, non-forestry non-agriculture businesses.
Lewis County Water Alliance (is) a citizens group in Randle, WA fighting to keep Crystal Geyser from bottling and exporting our water. Our goal is to protect our water and environment for our families, our farms, our fish, and our future.
It is going to take some Big Change in order to keep Big Water corporations out of the Big Bottom and out of Washington State.
*Updated several times daily. The Other Toledo is committed to supporting our upriver neighbors in their challenge to preserve this precious natural resource. After all, we all live downstream.
***
FDA: COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT - Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Multiple Ophthalmic Products Sold at Walgreens
More…
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FDA: COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT - Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Multiple Ophthalmic Products Sold at Wal Mart
More...
…
*Note: When posting FDA Food, Drug & Pet Food Recalls, The Other Toledo omits those announcements that do not affect Washington State & the region.
For up-to-date info on all recalls, visit FDA’s Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts page. Link here: https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/default.htm
For other food-related alerts, visit USDA’s FSIS (Food Safety & Inspection Service) page.
Link here: http://tinyurl.com/yy4cdes9
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NIH: NIH study finds long-term increased risk of cancer death following common treatment for hyperthyroidism
July 1, 2019 - The study, led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, was published July 1, 2019 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Excerpt: According to the researchers, in the United States, about 1.2% of the population has hyperthyroidism, and women are much more likely to develop the condition than men. Therefore, the findings for breast cancer mortality are particularly relevant for the large population of women treated for hyperthyroidism, Dr. Kitahara said.
Full story here.
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Axios reports: USDA suspends honeybee colony research
July 6, 2019 - USDA has temporarily suspended data collection on the Obama-era Honey Bee Colonies report, the only federally overseen national survey that tracks honeybee losses, CNN reports.
Excerpt - Why it matters: "Some scientists estimate that one out of every three bites of food we eat exists because of animal pollinators like bees," the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service reports. Last winter's honeybee colony loss was the highest in 13 years, according to WashPost.
More...
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USDA Notice: NASS Suspends Data Collection for Honey Bee Colonies survey
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WDFW: FISHING RULE CHANGE - Chehalis River and tributaries to close to fishing
July 2, 2019 - Chehalis River and tributaries to close to fishing
Action: Closes Chehalis River, South Fork Chehalis River, North Fork Newaukum River, South Fork Newaukum River and Skookumchuck River to fishing.
Effective date: Immediately until further notice.
Species affected: All species.
Location: Chehalis River, South Fork Chehalis River, North Fork Newaukum River, South Fork Newaukum River and Skookumchuck River.
Reason for action: Streams and rivers where spring Chinook hold and stage through the summer are experiencing lower than normal stream flows. Spring Chinook hold and stage in the Chehalis River, South Fork Chehalis River, North and South forks of the Newaukum Rivers and the Skookumchuck River. Low stream flows decrease holding and staging refuges and elevate vulnerability and pressure on these Chinook. Any encounters of spring Chinook could subject these fish to stress, injury, or death.
Additional information: Please see the 2019-20 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet or visit the WDFW website at wdfw.wa.gov for additional fishing opportunities and regulations.
Information contact: Chad Herring, Willapa Bay/Grays Harbor Fishery Policy Lead Region 6, 360-249-4628, ext. 299.
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WA ATG Ferguson: #TitleX case update - July 3, 2019 - President Trump's gag rule is once again blocked.
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From Kiplinger Personal Finance: Best Free or Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids
Highlights include:
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Not Strictly Toledo: Lewis County Commissioners
The Lewis County Commissioners meet 10:00 a.m. Mondays in BOCC Hearing Room – 2nd floor, Historic Courthouse, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington.
BOCC Legislative Agenda for Monday, July 8, 2019.
Please note the county website has changed.
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Today: Yoga at St Mary’s - Dancing Moon Yoga has room for a few more yoga enthusiasts 2 - 3 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays at Tribal Housing, St Mary’s.
These are gentle sessions aimed toward seniors/elders, donations accepted but not required as The Cowlitz Tribe is sponsoring the class for the community. What a great share!
***
Tonight: Dancing Moon Yoga returns 6 PM Monday nights to Camp Singing Wind!
Join us for an hour of yoga and relaxation! We will do a gentle vinyasa flow followed by some deep stretching and a guided meditation.
All levels of experience are welcome!
We'll meet in the lodge. Bring your mat and a water bottle. Suggested donation of $5-10 at the door. Please arrive about 10 minutes early if this is your first class with us.
***
Also Tonight: Hey grads, have you given some thought to beefing up your resume?
Make your Monday nights an unbeatable investment - become a volunteer firefighter.
***
Lewis County Water Alliance: LC Planning Commission Meeting 6 PM Tuesday July 9
Our intention is to ask the Planning Commission to modify the rural zoning summary to be in-line with the comprehensive plan when it comes to food and beverage manufacturing, and any other large, non-forestry non-agriculture businesses.
Lewis County Water Alliance (is) a citizens group in Randle, WA fighting to keep Crystal Geyser from bottling and exporting our water. Our goal is to protect our water and environment for our families, our farms, our fish, and our future.
It is going to take some Big Change in order to keep Big Water corporations out of the Big Bottom and out of Washington State.
*Updated several times daily. The Other Toledo is committed to supporting our upriver neighbors in their challenge to preserve this precious natural resource. After all, we all live downstream.
***
FDA: COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT - Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Multiple Ophthalmic Products Sold at Walgreens
More…
…
FDA: COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT - Altaire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Multiple Ophthalmic Products Sold at Wal Mart
More...
…
*Note: When posting FDA Food, Drug & Pet Food Recalls, The Other Toledo omits those announcements that do not affect Washington State & the region.
For up-to-date info on all recalls, visit FDA’s Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts page. Link here: https://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/default.htm
For other food-related alerts, visit USDA’s FSIS (Food Safety & Inspection Service) page.
Link here: http://tinyurl.com/yy4cdes9
***
NIH: NIH study finds long-term increased risk of cancer death following common treatment for hyperthyroidism
July 1, 2019 - The study, led by researchers at the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, was published July 1, 2019 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Excerpt: According to the researchers, in the United States, about 1.2% of the population has hyperthyroidism, and women are much more likely to develop the condition than men. Therefore, the findings for breast cancer mortality are particularly relevant for the large population of women treated for hyperthyroidism, Dr. Kitahara said.
Full story here.
***
Axios reports: USDA suspends honeybee colony research
July 6, 2019 - USDA has temporarily suspended data collection on the Obama-era Honey Bee Colonies report, the only federally overseen national survey that tracks honeybee losses, CNN reports.
Excerpt - Why it matters: "Some scientists estimate that one out of every three bites of food we eat exists because of animal pollinators like bees," the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service reports. Last winter's honeybee colony loss was the highest in 13 years, according to WashPost.
More...
…
USDA Notice: NASS Suspends Data Collection for Honey Bee Colonies survey
***
WDFW: FISHING RULE CHANGE - Chehalis River and tributaries to close to fishing
July 2, 2019 - Chehalis River and tributaries to close to fishing
Action: Closes Chehalis River, South Fork Chehalis River, North Fork Newaukum River, South Fork Newaukum River and Skookumchuck River to fishing.
Effective date: Immediately until further notice.
Species affected: All species.
Location: Chehalis River, South Fork Chehalis River, North Fork Newaukum River, South Fork Newaukum River and Skookumchuck River.
Reason for action: Streams and rivers where spring Chinook hold and stage through the summer are experiencing lower than normal stream flows. Spring Chinook hold and stage in the Chehalis River, South Fork Chehalis River, North and South forks of the Newaukum Rivers and the Skookumchuck River. Low stream flows decrease holding and staging refuges and elevate vulnerability and pressure on these Chinook. Any encounters of spring Chinook could subject these fish to stress, injury, or death.
Additional information: Please see the 2019-20 Washington Sport Fishing Rules pamphlet or visit the WDFW website at wdfw.wa.gov for additional fishing opportunities and regulations.
Information contact: Chad Herring, Willapa Bay/Grays Harbor Fishery Policy Lead Region 6, 360-249-4628, ext. 299.
***
WA ATG Ferguson: #TitleX case update - July 3, 2019 - President Trump's gag rule is once again blocked.
***
From Kiplinger Personal Finance: Best Free or Cheap Things to Do With Your Kids
Highlights include:
- Regal's Summer Movie Express for kids runs on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and tickets cost a dollar. At AMC, their Summer Movie Camp runs on Wednesdays. Movie tickets cost $4 and come with a kids' pack snack box: includes a kid-sized popcorn, a kid-sized fountain drink and a pack of Frooti Tootis candy.
- If your son or daughter loves constructing things with random objects around the house, they're going to love this. Home Depot hosts a series of on-site building workshops for kids of all ages. They're free and open to the public.
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Not Strictly Toledo: Lewis County Commissioners
The Lewis County Commissioners meet 10:00 a.m. Mondays in BOCC Hearing Room – 2nd floor, Historic Courthouse, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington.
BOCC Legislative Agenda for Monday, July 8, 2019.
Please note the county website has changed.
***
Today: Yoga at St Mary’s - Dancing Moon Yoga has room for a few more yoga enthusiasts 2 - 3 PM on Mondays and Wednesdays at Tribal Housing, St Mary’s.
These are gentle sessions aimed toward seniors/elders, donations accepted but not required as The Cowlitz Tribe is sponsoring the class for the community. What a great share!
***
Tonight: Dancing Moon Yoga returns 6 PM Monday nights to Camp Singing Wind!
Join us for an hour of yoga and relaxation! We will do a gentle vinyasa flow followed by some deep stretching and a guided meditation.
All levels of experience are welcome!
We'll meet in the lodge. Bring your mat and a water bottle. Suggested donation of $5-10 at the door. Please arrive about 10 minutes early if this is your first class with us.
***
Also Tonight: Hey grads, have you given some thought to beefing up your resume?
Make your Monday nights an unbeatable investment - become a volunteer firefighter.
Attention 16-17yo’s: Junior firefighters encouraged to sign up as well - same training as the other volunteers. Wildfire Season is upon us and your help is appreciated.
Download your volunteer application at this link.
Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo Fire Department) is also on Facebook.
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Tuesday: Toledo Community Library
Download your volunteer application at this link.
Lewis County Fire District 2 (Toledo Fire Department) is also on Facebook.
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Tuesday: Toledo Community Library
LOCATION: Toledo Community Library!
Come see Mr. Lizard's Reptile Show at the Toledo Community Library on July 9th, 6:30-7:30 pm. Meet and touch some fascinating creatures!
The Toledo Community Library is located at 241 Cowlitz St. in Toledo, and can be reached at (360)864-4247.
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Toledo School District: July School Board Meeting
Come see Mr. Lizard's Reptile Show at the Toledo Community Library on July 9th, 6:30-7:30 pm. Meet and touch some fascinating creatures!
The Toledo Community Library is located at 241 Cowlitz St. in Toledo, and can be reached at (360)864-4247.
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Toledo School District: July School Board Meeting
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Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More
***NEW!!***
Lewis County Water Alliance - We are a citizens group in Randle, WA fighting to keep Crystal Geyser from bottling and exporting our water. Our goal is to protect our water and environment for our families, our farms, our fish, and our future.
It is going to take some Big Change in order to keep Big Water corporations out of the Big Bottom and out of Washington State.
*Updated several times daily. The Other Toledo is committed to supporting our upriver neighbors in their challenge to preserve this precious natural resource. After all, we all live downstream.
***
Joe Notch reminds everyone: Vessel Safety Checks
You can request a free courtesy vessel exam by going to the Coast Guard Auxiliary website, the Coast Guard App or by calling our local vessel examiner, Bob Mccready at (360) 425-2468.
More information at this Link: https://cgaux.org/vsc/
*PS They’ll come right to you for that courtesy vessel inspection. Joe Notch said so!
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TES PTO postedt: Toledo Elementary School Garden Work Party is Seeking Volunteers
July 20th 9:00am-2:00pm
Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Garden Club Kids and their families, TESPTO, Toledo Lions and Lioness' , Toledo Garden Club, Toledo Seniors and all interested volunteer groups and individuals are invited to help with the remaining 2019 garden projects and general garden upkeep.
Some of the projects include:
* Assembly and filling of raised beds
* Replanting of orchard
* Assembly of compost bins
* Laying of weed control paper and chips
* Weeding and weed wacking
Any amount of time you can give is greatly appreciated.
***
Toledo Community Library: Fundraiser Helps Beloved Volunteer
Reminder: Toledo Community Library’s annual Cheese Days Book & Bake Sale has conveniently been expanded this year to include a Yard Sale at the back of building on Saturday, July 13. So you can donate or score a great new-to-you treasure while supporting one of Toledo’s terrific volunteer-fueled non-profit organizations.
A few housekeeping items:
Items may be delivered day of sale, on Saturday morning July 13. No early drops.
Price tags strongly encouraged - unmarked goods subject to “by donation.”
Remaining items to be donated to A Second Time Around Thrift Store benefitting Lewis County Senior Centers, so the Giving Back continues to help locally.
***
Future-Tripping: Feeds, Fundraisers, Fun & More
***NEW!!***
Lewis County Water Alliance - We are a citizens group in Randle, WA fighting to keep Crystal Geyser from bottling and exporting our water. Our goal is to protect our water and environment for our families, our farms, our fish, and our future.
It is going to take some Big Change in order to keep Big Water corporations out of the Big Bottom and out of Washington State.
*Updated several times daily. The Other Toledo is committed to supporting our upriver neighbors in their challenge to preserve this precious natural resource. After all, we all live downstream.
***
Joe Notch reminds everyone: Vessel Safety Checks
You can request a free courtesy vessel exam by going to the Coast Guard Auxiliary website, the Coast Guard App or by calling our local vessel examiner, Bob Mccready at (360) 425-2468.
More information at this Link: https://cgaux.org/vsc/
*PS They’ll come right to you for that courtesy vessel inspection. Joe Notch said so!
***
TES PTO postedt: Toledo Elementary School Garden Work Party is Seeking Volunteers
July 20th 9:00am-2:00pm
Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Garden Club Kids and their families, TESPTO, Toledo Lions and Lioness' , Toledo Garden Club, Toledo Seniors and all interested volunteer groups and individuals are invited to help with the remaining 2019 garden projects and general garden upkeep.
Some of the projects include:
* Assembly and filling of raised beds
* Replanting of orchard
* Assembly of compost bins
* Laying of weed control paper and chips
* Weeding and weed wacking
Any amount of time you can give is greatly appreciated.
***
Toledo Community Library: Fundraiser Helps Beloved Volunteer
Reminder: Toledo Community Library’s annual Cheese Days Book & Bake Sale has conveniently been expanded this year to include a Yard Sale at the back of building on Saturday, July 13. So you can donate or score a great new-to-you treasure while supporting one of Toledo’s terrific volunteer-fueled non-profit organizations.
A few housekeeping items:
Items may be delivered day of sale, on Saturday morning July 13. No early drops.
Price tags strongly encouraged - unmarked goods subject to “by donation.”
Remaining items to be donated to A Second Time Around Thrift Store benefitting Lewis County Senior Centers, so the Giving Back continues to help locally.
***
July 13: Cowlitz River Float - Blue Creek to Downtown Toledo - Cowlitz Kayak Tours
August 9-11: Mt. St. Helens Bluegrass Festival @ Toledo HIgh School
*Special pricing for Senior Citizens - contact General Cothren for details.
**Special kids offer: instruments available for loan & lessons - contact General Cothren.
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Toledo Builds a High School
Information regarding the building of a new high school in Toledo, WA beginning in November, 2018. Regular updates.
https://chris-rust.blogspot.com/
***
Toledo Thursday Market 2019 TTM Vendor Application.
Toledo Thursday Market 2019 Application PDF link here.
Tax-deductible GoFundMe page here.
*ISO a part-time manager and someone who will help us with social media visibility.
We have a Website going live May 1st highlighting vendors, local activities, seasonal produce options, all with ties to local food hubs.
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Check out Latest Earthquakes at USGS.
Pacific Northwest Seismic Network has a new Tremor Map: https://tinyurl.com/y2pcbust
Check out US Tsunami Warnings at NOAA/Weather.
Air Quality Forecast at https://airquality.weather.gov
Visualize wildfire smoke with NASAWorldview - https://go.nasa.gov/2T7olog
Emergency Alerts: https://www.ready.gov/alerts (concise list with links)
Lewis County Burn Restrictions in effect 06.17.2019. Check here for changes.
Keep abreast of burn bans statewide: WA Burn Bans
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Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Send news and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
The Other Toledo is on Twitter.
August 9-11: Mt. St. Helens Bluegrass Festival @ Toledo HIgh School
*Special pricing for Senior Citizens - contact General Cothren for details.
**Special kids offer: instruments available for loan & lessons - contact General Cothren.
***
Toledo Builds a High School
Information regarding the building of a new high school in Toledo, WA beginning in November, 2018. Regular updates.
https://chris-rust.blogspot.com/
***
Toledo Thursday Market 2019 TTM Vendor Application.
Toledo Thursday Market 2019 Application PDF link here.
Tax-deductible GoFundMe page here.
*ISO a part-time manager and someone who will help us with social media visibility.
We have a Website going live May 1st highlighting vendors, local activities, seasonal produce options, all with ties to local food hubs.
***
Check out Latest Earthquakes at USGS.
Pacific Northwest Seismic Network has a new Tremor Map: https://tinyurl.com/y2pcbust
Check out US Tsunami Warnings at NOAA/Weather.
Air Quality Forecast at https://airquality.weather.gov
Visualize wildfire smoke with NASAWorldview - https://go.nasa.gov/2T7olog
Emergency Alerts: https://www.ready.gov/alerts (concise list with links)
Lewis County Burn Restrictions in effect 06.17.2019. Check here for changes.
Keep abreast of burn bans statewide: WA Burn Bans
The Other Toledo is delivered to your email inbox via MailerLite. If you're having trouble getting your Daily Column, your security settings might not recognize MailerLite as (your email)via mlsend.
Photos from TOT archives unless otherwise noted.
Send news and events to: toledo.columnist@gmail.com
The Other Toledo is on Twitter.
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