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From left: Deputy Police Chief Jason Gladney, newly hired Patrol Officer Hannah Palacio, Perrysburg Municipal Court Judge Aram Matthew Ohanian and Police Chief Matt Gazarek.

Township Trustees advised of budget shortfall and need for new fire levy during February 18 meeting

Walter Celley

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Fiscal Officer Gretchen Welch advised the Perrysburg Township Board of Trustees during their regular meeting, February 18, that a finance committee meeting would be needed the following week “to work on the final budget (for calendar year 2026) to present to the trustees in March.

Rossford student makes school history with National Speech & Debate qualification

News Staff

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Rossford High School senior Justynne Jones has made school history by becoming the first student to qualify for the National Speech & Debate Association’s national tournament.Jones earned her spot in the highly competitive event of Program Oral Interpretation at the Western Ohio National Qualifier.

Board of education prepares for impact of state legislation

Becca Roberts

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

During the Rossford Board of Education’s regular meeting on February 9, Treasurer Joe Corfman gave an update on House Bill 335, which will reduce the future growth of inside millage. The bill, sponsored by Ohio State Representative David Thomas, will go into effect on March 20.

Rossford United Methodist Church plans blood drive on Fri., Feb. 20

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Rossford United Methodist will host an American Red Cross blood drive on Friday, February 20, from 1 to 6 p.m., at 270 Dixie Highway, Rossford.Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. Register at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

2026 Marina season begins on Saturday, April 11

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The Rossford Marina, 300 Hannum Avenue in Veterans Memorial Park, will open for launching and docking watercraft for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 11. The season will run until October 11.

Lake Erie West Regional Council leadership includes Scott Miller, second vice chair; George Sarantou, chair, and Lisa Sobecki, vice chair.

Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments adopts new name: Lake Erie West Regional Council

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Members of the Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments (TMACOG) voted to adopt a new name, Lake Erie West Regional Council, reflecting its mission to connect communities and advance regional priorities in transportation, environment and economic development.

Press Paws expands to nights at the R

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Rossford Schools will be expanding their Press Paws initiative with family access nights in the field house at the R for Rossford School District residents.

Owens CC presents: The Voices of Harmony

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

On Thursday, February 26, at 7:30 p.m., the music business technology students from Owens Community College present the third concert of the 10th annual, 2025-26, Accent on the Arts concerts, featuring The Voices of Harmony.

Community Calendar

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

To include your organization’s activities, mail or drop off the details to the Rossford Record Journal, 215 Osborne Street, Rossford, Ohio 43460 or PO Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Or send an email, with the date, time and location, to dianaw@per rysburg.com. The deadline is Friday at noon.

Ryan Lee appointed to NWSD board of trustees

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The Northwestern Water and Sewer District has appointed Ryan Lee to its board of trustees, representing The District’s municipal members. His term runs through December 2028. Lee fills the seat previously held by Chuck Latta.

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