New
Mexico set to have all-minority US House delegation
By RUSSELL CONTRERAS, Associated Press
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Nov. 7, 2018 (AP): New Mexico is set to have
a U.S. House delegation made up of all people of color after a
historic win Tuesday by a Native American candidate, a victory
by a five-term Hispanic incumbent and a too-close-to-call
contest between two other minority candidates.
Reuben Figueroa
becomes Lorain School District’s School Safety Coordinator
The Lorain City School District has hired Reuben Figueroa
as its new School Safety Coordinator. The Cleveland
Heights Police Academy graduate and four-year veteran of the
Lorain Police Department (LPD) brings his experience and
leadership qualities to the district.
New
leadership named for Eberly Center for Women
Nov. 13, 2018: The University of Toledo appointed new
leadership to the Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women,
which promotes the personal and professional advancement of
women at UT and in the surrounding community and offers
scholarships to UT students.
Pack
the Parks Nov. 17 for ‘National Take A Hike Day’
Metroparks is
inviting the community to pack the parks Saturday, November 17,
2018 for National Take a Hike Day. Participants can
register for one of the free group hikes scheduled
simultaneously from 1 to 2 p.m. at 14 Metroparks.
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31st
annual Blade Holiday Parade set for Nov. 17
TOLEDO: Time to untangle
the lights, gather the decorations, and kick off the holiday
season with the 31st annual Blade Holiday Parade
presented by the Monroe Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM Superstore and
Distinguished Clown Corps.
4th Annual Toledo
International Film Festival, November 16-18
TOLEDO: Tickets are now on sale
for the fourth annual Toledo International Film Festival (TIFF)
hosted by the Ohio Theatre and Event Center and Welcome
Toledo-Lucas County (TLC).
LCCC Stocker Arts Center Hosts “Mysteries of Ancient Egypt”
Lorain County Community College’s Stocker Arts Center will host
Virginia Rep on Tour’s “Mysteries of Ancient Egypt” as part of
its Student Matinee Series at 9:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. on
Tuesday, November 13 in the Hoke Theatre of Stocker Arts Center.
The Arts Commission
presents the November Art Loop | Holiday Loop
TOLEDO: The Arts
Commission hosts Art Loop | Holiday Loop, to take place
on November 15, 2018. Kick off the holiday season by shopping
with local artists! Get in the festive spirit as you explore
downtown Toledo and shop for unique handmade fine arts and
crafts, and one-of-a-kind gifts for friends and your home and
office. This month features local vendors, holiday-themed
exhibitions, live music, and lots of family friendly festive
fun!
Most
voters in Michigan worried about nation’s direction
By JOHN FLESHER, Associated Press
TRAVERSE CITY, MI, Nov. 7, 2018 (AP): Health Care and
Donald Trump's performance were important factors for
Michigan residents who cast midterm election ballots Tuesday,
according to a wide-ranging survey of the American electorate
that found widespread unease with the nation's course.
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Excellence in Teaching winners announced
November 1, 2018: Damaris Sánchez grew up in a
Spanish-speaking household and failed kindergarten because of
the language barrier. Having persevered to become a teacher, she
passes on to her second-graders a message of resilience and
hope.
CLEVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNOUNCES NOVEMBER 14 GRAND OPENING
OF BEST BUY TEEN TECH CENTER
The Library’s Rockport Branch is home to the
new, state-of-the-art learning center for youth.
CLEVELAND,
OH— Cleveland Public Library’s Rockport Branch will host a grand
opening for its new
Best Buy Teen Tech Center
on Wednesday, November 14, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. As the
first of its kind in Ohio, the Teen Tech Center is a dedicated
space for youth to learn more about video and audio production,
computing, graphic design, programming, and more. This
initiative complements the Library’s ongoing work with digital
literacy, hands-on learning, STEM education, and civic
engagement.
Partners in Education receives $3,000 Grant for Mentors in
Toledo Schools
October 30, 2018:
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation recently awarded
Partners in Education a $3,000 grant to support youth
literacy via the Mentors in Toledo Schools program. This
grant is part of more than $3.4 million the organization awarded
to 915 recipients on August 28, 2018.
YWCA’s
Milestones nominations are open
The YWCA of Northwest Ohio
is accepting nominations for the 24th Annual YWCA Milestones:
A Tribute to Women to be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2019.
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