News

The Cocoon among 62 nonprofits to receive grant from Eldred Jr. Foundation

The Cocoon, Wood County’s only comprehensive domestic and sexual violence advocacy center and emergency shelter, is among 62 Northwest Ohio nonprofits selected to receive funding from the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation.

American Legion to host golf scrambles July 20

The Rossford American Legion Post 533 will host its golf scrambles on Saturday, July 20, at 8:30 a.m., at Green Meadows Country Club in Monroe, Michigan.Cash prizes will be awarded to the two teams with the lowest scores, and to men and women for long drives and closest to the pin.

Alzheimer’s Association seeking local volunteers

The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking volunteers for numerous initiatives across Northwest Ohio, including community education, support groups, fund-raisers, advocacy and Walks to End Alzheimer’s.The local chapter serves 24 counties including Fulton, Lucas, Ottawa, Seneca and Wood.

‘The Sound of Music’ hits the Grand Rapids Town Hall stage July 12-14

Drama musical classic “The Sound of Music” is coming to the Grand Rapids Town Hall stage this weekend.The production is presented by the Grand Rapids Historical Society in honor of Sam Macera, a Waterville resident who was extremely active in the local theatre community for the past several decades.

Wood County

The following programs will be offered through the Wood County Park District. Registration is required for all programs 48 hours in advance. Programs are free of charge unless noted.To register, call the park district office at 419-3531897 or visit the website at wcparks.org.

Be a Horse Hero event set for Aug. 23

Tickets can now be reserved for the annual Be A Horse Hero fund-raiser for the Healing Barn set for Friday, August 23, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., at the Hilton Garden Inn, Levis Commons, Perrysburg.

Messenger office is donation site for Hannah’s Socks

Welch Publishing Company, 130 Louisiana Avenue, Perrysburg, is a collection site for Hannah’s Socks. Donations are accepted Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Rossford Police, Fire/EMS Reports

non-injury crash, I-75 north at milemark 194.4; alarm, 27200 block Crossroads Parkway; premise check, 700 block Glenwood Road; property damage, 1200 block Grassy Lane; traffic violations, I-75 north at milemark 195.2, I-75 north at milemark 198.2, I-75 north at milemark 196.

Marriage Licenses

The following individuals applied for a marriage license with the Wood County Probate Court in June 2024.Mackenzie M. Bailey of Perrysburg and Cameron J. DiMarco of Rossford.Emily M. Williams and Jacob A. Schimming, both of Rossford.Kyle E. Miller and Tiffany A. Drenner, both of Rossford. Andrew B.

Safe Communities releases crash data for first six months

Safe Communities recently released its crash data for the first six months of 2024. There have been nine fatalities to date, compared to six at this time last year.“We see it every day–persons going too fast to get where they want to go as quickly as possible,” said Sandy Wiechman, coordinator.