Church transitions as pastor prepares to retire
The Rev. Dave Claassen is one of Toledo’s longest-serving pastors. But after 37-and-a-half years leading Mayfair-Plymouth Congregational Christian Church, he’s getting ready to retire.
“I...
New leaders direct Toledo Streets
“We’ve never really
gone out and sought
money. We’ve pretty
much been all
volunteers. In order to
serve everyone well,
we need full-time
employees. It’s a good
opportunity for the
community to embrace
its greatest needs. We are
really blessed to be
in this position.”
— Ken Leslie
Search for answers continues in Steinfurth case
By Evan Brune and Casey HarperToledo Free Press Staff Writers
The room where Elaina Steinfurth was last seen is frozen in time. The dark, cold...
Toledo VA hires reflect focus on mental health
The VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System has hired one new mental health professional who will be placed in Toledo and is interviewing candidates to...
Veterans Matter aiding local homeless veterans
Toledoan Ken Leslie is a funny man — a funny man on a mission. As a former standup comedian, he knows how to brighten...
Historic freighter Phoenix Star being scrapped
The mythical phoenix rose from the ashes of its own destruction. The Canadian lake freighter Phoenix Star will not.
Instead, the freighter’s record-breaking 45-year career...
Local artist captures Ohio through social media
A dilapidated barn catches photographer Eric Shanteau’s eye. He whips his truck to the side of the road and hops out, trotting out his...
Cindy Sheehan leads Tour de Peace to Toledo
Toledo Free Press: What is the mission of Tour de Peace?
Activist Cindy Sheehan is leading Tour de Peace across the country, bicycling from...
GM: Casino drew 3.4 million visitors in first year
Remarking that “success in any business is measured one guest at a time,” Hollywood Casino Toledo General Manager Richard St. Jean has 3.4 million...
Ohio for Oklahoma! benefit concert to aid tornado victims
Native Toledo musicians Kerry Patrick Clark and Steve Eulberg are hosting a benefit concert called Ohio Folk for Oklahoma! at 7:30 p.m. June 7...
