Podcasts about toledo city council

On this week's Community Focus, my guest is Dr. Brittany Jones, an at-large member of Toledo City Council. We're discussing her series of listening sessions, the issues residents are telling her need to be solved, and priorities she already has.

Toledo City Council At-Large Member Mac Driscoll, on this week's Community Focus, chimes in on the mayor's proposed budget for 2025 — and discusses what he's heard from residents.

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz has pitched his 2025 budget proposal to Toledo City Council, and now, joins me on Community Focus to make his pitch to you. He also looks back on 2024's successes and shortcomings.

A former member of Toledo City Council, Republican Tom Waniewski is now running to unseat Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken. He joins me on this week's Community Focus, to discuss how he'd lead in the position, if elected.

Rev. Donald Perryman, Ph.D. - ‘Sojourner's Truth' Contributing Writer In a recent edition of Fletcher Word's Sojourner's Truth newspaper, the Reverend Donald Perryman, Ph.D., submitted an opinion piece entitled “Listening through the cracks: Potential Moves in Toledo Politics”. It caught my attention because of the “tea leaves” he was reading when it came to candidates and positions on Toledo City Council and in Lucas County government. He pretty much called the Katie Moline move to Lucas County Auditor before it happened this week - leaving two vacancies on Toledo City Council. We'll talk with Perryman about the current climate in Toledo politics - and why NOW that we have the final act in the city council “pay-to-play” scandal - how the city council and its politics moves on. Jonathan Haynes, M.A., CMPC - NW OHIO COACHING SUMMIT Bella Johnson, M.S., CMPC, ATC - NW OHIO COACHING SUMMIT March will mark the inaugural NW Ohio Coaching Summit. Organizers say the goal is to elevate coaching standards, enhance athlete well-being, and positively impact the communities they serve. Through fostering a culture of continuous improvement, inclusivity, and community engagement, we aim to contribute to the broader development of athletes, coaches, and the NW Ohio coaching community. They will cover topics like motivation in coaching, communication with athletes, and the psychology of excellence.

Cerrsandra McPherson – Toledo City Council | At-Large Vanice Williams - Toledo City Council | District 4 Residents have been dealing with “deplorable living conditions” at the Ashland Manor and Covenant House Apartments. Now, Toledo City Council is trying to figure out what it can do to ensure it never happens again in the city. At the same time, Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz was in Washington DC recently talking with Federal officials - including HUD - about the situation. But how did it get to this point? Nick Eyde - ITALIAN BOWL 2025 Fresh off the success and surprise attendance to the Italian Bowl in July of 2023 the game will make a return visit stateside in 2025. McKenna Reitz - Former High School Volleyball Coach Greg Reitz - Head Coach | Men's Volleyball | Lourdes Univ. The American Academy of Pediatrics says the professionalization of youth sports can lead to burnout and its prescription is that athletes need time off.

He returns to Toledo City Council to represent District 2 after winning an at-large seat back in 2009. Adam Martinez joins me on Community Focus to discuss his return to city government, thoughts about representation on council, and economic vision for the city.

Appointed to an at-large seat on Toledo City Council earlier this year, Carrie Hartman is now running for a full term. She joins me on Community Focus to discuss decreasing crime, economic development, the city's climate plan, and what she hopes to bring to the table.

Malcolm Cunningham, the leader of the city's new Office of Neighborhood Engagement and Safety, joins Jeff Smith for his first sit-down interview with WTOL 11. Plus, Toledo City Council member John Hobbs III talks about crime in the Glass City.

On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Nick Komives, an at-large member of Toledo City Council, to discuss the city's efforts to slow climate change, while also providing incentives for residents to do their part.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky paid a surprise visit to liberated Kherson Monday as workers try to restore basics such as power, water and phone services. NPR's Frank Langfitt was on the phone with Ukrainian soldiers who recaptured the city. And, Toledo City Council teamed up with RIP Medical Debt to rid hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical debt for thousands of Toledo residents. Michele Grim, who led the effort, explains what other cities can learn from this. And, we speak with two early childhood educators about their fight for better wages.

Two inmates die within 24 hours in Cuyahoga County jail; Toledo City Council suspends city auditor; Cleveland residents are not happy about city's new leaf collection policy; inflation means a big change to Thanksgiving for some.

June is Pride Month, so we start off with Pride at Work Executive Director Jerame Davis on YALL Cast, a podcast that looks at Young Active Labor Leaders in the great state of Texas.          Then the Talking SMART podcast talks with Matt Cherry and Dan O'Connell. Matt is a Local 33 sheet metal member from Toledo, Ohio, who serves as the president of the Toledo City Council, Dan is a long-time member of the SMART Transportation Division who served as New Jersey State Legislative Director for 20 years, until his retirement in 2018. On the Canadian Union Podcast For Employees, Rory Gill, president of CUPE Alberta discusses Jason Kenney, the premier of Alberta and the leader of the United Conservative Party who recently announced his intentions to step down. Next we go to New Zealand, where Justine answers all your questions about bad managers, Christmas leave, and dreaded team bonding activities, on the Red Dead Redemption podcast. We wrap up this week with the On Writing podcast's chat with Amy Schumer, creator and star of the comedy-drama series LIFE & BETH, with her advice to writers, why she loves writing in bed and the differences between writing a sketch show like INSIDE AMY SCHUMER versus a scripted show like LIFE & BETH. Highlights from labor radio and podcast shows around the country, part of the national Labor Radio Podcast Network of shows focusing on working people's issues and concerns. #LaborRadioPod @AFLCIO @DCLabor @smartunionworks @cupe37 @95bFM @WGAEast Edited by Patrick Dixon; produced by Chris Garlock; social media guru Mr. Harold Phillips.

A conversation with two SMART members who serve their communities in local elected positions about the importance of having regular working people in office.    Matt Cherry Last episode, we heard from Joe de la Cruz, a SMART sheet metal worker in Groton, Conn., who is also a state senator, proudly serving the communities of Groton and New London. This episode we sit down with two more SMART members who have successfully run for elected office. We discuss their sheet metal and transportation careers, what motivated them to run for elected office, specific steps they took to build and run successful campaigns and key issues they focused on once in office. Our first guest this episode is Matt Cherry, a Local 33 sheet metal member from Toledo, Ohio, who serves as the president of the Toledo City Council. Among other topics, he discussed the importance of support he had from the local labor community, including more than 50 union members who helped with door-knocking during his successful campaign for city council. Dan O'Connell Our second guest is Dan O'Connell, a long-time member of the SMART Transportation Division who served as New Jersey State Legislative Director for 20 years, until his retirement in 2018. He also served as the Delran Councilman and Burlington County freeholder. Dan has been a recognizable face across every part of our union as his formidable reputation in the New Jersey State House preceded him prior to his retirement. Voting, lobbying and writing politicians are one thing, but actually being in an elected position and making decisions that affect our jobs, families and communities is also key. Dan underscored the importance of having regular working people in elected positions: "You're either at the table, or you're on the menu.” In addition, listen for the open mic segment with General President Joseph Sellers at the end of this episode. He responds to a question about whether railroad workers are allowed to strike. Talking SMART is a member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network — working people's voices, broadcasting worldwide 24 hours a day.

On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Daniel Ortiz (D), a local healthcare worker, who in 2021, ran for a seat on Toledo City Council. Now, he's setting his sights on an even more influential position: state representative. Hear why he wants you to send him to Columbus, during our extended conversation.

All aboard the train to Columbus. Would a licensing fee fix some of the issues with the seedy convince stores popping up in town. Guests include Theresa Morris, Toledo City Council Member and Jake Zuckerman from Ohio Capital Journa

Mac Driscoll is running as a Democrat for an at-large seat on Toledo City Council and he wants your vote this September. I spoke to Driscoll to discuss his plans for the city of Toledo, if elected, as well as his endorsement for mayor. Originally Aired: September 12, 2021

In the latest edition of Leading Edge with Jerry Anderson, candidates for elected office make their last pitches for votes. Joining Jerry are Toledo City Council hopeful George Sarantou, incumbent Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and his challenger, former mayor Carty Finkbeiner.

A conversation with TPS Superintendent Romules Durant Educating during a pandemic - At Toledo Public Schools, Superintendent Dr. Romules Durant responds to having the state's highest number of COVID-19 cases among students. TPS is OHio's fourth largest district. Durant says transmission in the classrooms is low, student-to-student, but cases are popping up at gatherings outside of school. TPS has a mask mandate for most, but not all students with medical exemptions. Durant estimates that 99% of the students district wear masks. Durant also weighs in on the recent Ohio Department of Education report card that was released. A highlight for the district came on the most recent state report card, with a jump in the four-year graduation rate from 74.5% to 82.3%.TPS has vocational and career training, but it's not at one central building like the previous Macomber school. Durant said there are about 40 career tech training programs throughout Toledo Public Schools. About 2,200 students take advantange of these programs, Durant said. The superintendent also discusses the controversy surrounding perceived Critical Race Theory education, the difference between CRT and teaching history and the line that politicians are treading in diving into the educational controversy. Toledo City Council candidate profile: Michele Grim Endorsed candidate Dr. Michele Grim says the key to creating a safer community involves both prevention and intervention. She envisions investment in mental health and neighborhoods, job creation and evidence-based law enforcement strategies. As a member of council. Grim says effective and accountable policing strategies would be part of her mission to stop violent crimes and also maintain a police department "that all of our citizens can trust." Grim is from Ashland, Ohio, originally but has called Toledo home since 2001 when she attended UToledo. Toledo City Council candidate profile: Tim Ryan Endorsed Republican candidate Tim Ryan is a small-business owner who seeks the council seat to make a difference right here in Toledo. He wants to bring a businessman's perspective to the council. Ryan said the top issues to address are crime/gun violence. He notes that he's been a victim of crime as well, with multiple break-ins at his Ryan's Pharmacy. On the crime front, Ryan wants to increase the budget for police and wants to improve neighborhoods through the budget as well. He's a Toledo native who attended St. John's Jesuit and was a walk on at the Ohio State University for a time before an injury.

President of the Lucas County Port Authority Thomas Watson discusses how Toledo is feeling the effects of the shipping supply chain kinks. Recently, President Joe Biden announced his plan to help fight the supply chain. These plans include turning ports into 24/7 operations. Shipping companies FedEx and UPS and Walmart also are expanding efforts to ease supply chain strain. Toledo City Council candidate profile - Ron Murphy. Murphy is a lifelong Toledoan who describes himself as a devoted Christian and loving family man. He says he believes in giving Toledoans a voice and pledges to bring "common sense back to government" and focus on the issues of corruption, crime, neglected communities and more. Toledo City Council candidate profile - Cerssandra McPherson. McPherson, who's currently serving on council, is a Toledo native and longtime educator with Toledo Public Schools. She touts her deep ties within the community and has been involved in the faith and labor communities for over 30 years. McPherson says she plans to reinvest in neighborhoods, increase youth engagement, and support local business.

U.S. Senate candidate Jane Timken (R) Timken, the former chairman of the Ohio Republican Party, is running for the US Senate seat being vacated by Republican Rob Portman. Timkin is a native of Cincinnati, currently living in Stark County, and is a mother of two and married to husband Tim. Allied with former President Donald Trump, Timken touts her party chairmanships as on that "transformed the Party into a well-oiled machine that won conservative victories and advanced an America First agenda at every level – and delivered a second victory for President Trump in our state." Other Republicans with their hats in the ring for the primary are businessman Mike Gibbons, author J.D. Vance ("Hillbilly Elegy"), former Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel, Ohio Sen. Matt Dolan and Dayton-area Congressman Mike Turner. For the Democrats, northeast Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan is the declared candidate. The primary will occur on May 3, 2022. The general election will occur on November 8, 2022. Toledo City Council candidate profile: Tony Dia Tony Dia, father of falled Toledo Police Officer Anthony Dia, is again vying for a seat on Toledo City Council as an endorsed Republican. He's part of the 12-way race for the at-large seat on the ballot on Nov. 2. Toledo City Council candidate profile: Tiffany Preston Whitman Appointed to council in the wake of the alleged bribery scandal that hit council and dislodged four members, Whitman now seeks the votes to keep her there.

Dr. Michele Grim for Toledo City Council

Interview with Mac Driscoll, candidate for Toledo City Council at large.

Corine Dehabey, Director of Programs for US Together's Toledo Office. US Together is a refugee resettlement agency and an affiliate of the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society. US Together welcomes refugees from all over the world who are forced to seek refuge in another country due to the inability to stay in their native country. Services are provided in the agency's Columbus, Cleveland, and Toledo offices. "We serve people who came from many countries where their rights and very lives are in danger. They are starting their lives anew in the United States." In the first of our city council candidate profiles, meet Toledo City Council at-large candidate Mac Driscoll, the endorsed Democrat for the seat. He grew up in the Toledo area, received a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from the University of Toledo, and a Master of Urban Planning and Development from Cleveland State University. ​

Special guest Kristin Hady from Capital Care (Volunteer) Clinic Escorts joins Ohio RCRC Faith Organizers Kelley Fox and Terry Williams to talk about Toledo's proposed Patient Safety Ordinance & how Ohio's abortion clinics have become a battleground in the unholy war against reproductive freedom. Kristin doesn't mince words about patient care, protecting the right to choose, defending informed consent, and much, much more! Links to discussed content:  Capital Care Escorts Facebook Page: https://m.facebook.com/CCCEscorts/ TAKE ACTION: Tell the Toledo City Council to pass the Patient Safety Ordinance today! Toledo Patient Safety Ordinance Testimony from Ohio RCRC's Rev. Terry Williams: www.ohiorcrc.org/blog/toledo-patients-deserve-dignity-and-respect  Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freedom_of_Access_to_Clinic_Entrances_Act The Joliet, Tennessee, Clinic Blockade: https://fox17.com/news/local/trespassers-refuse-to-leave-mt-juliet-medical-center-others-asked-to-shelter-in-place-wilson-county-middle-tennessee-providence-medical-pavilion CHOICE Network Pro-Choice Adoption Agency: https://choicenetworkadoptions.com Music by Korbin Jones

In this episode of The Pro-Life Ohio Podcast, Allie chats with Peter Range, the Director of the Office for Life and Justice at the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Toledo about the proposed city ordinance which would make sidewalk advocacy in Toledo nearly impossible and how Pro-Life Ohio can help stop it! For talking points and the contact information for the Toledo City Council members, click here: bit.ly/3dCyyWC If you have taken the first abortion pill, it may not be too late! Go to www.abortionpillreversal.com.

To read the text version of this update, go to ohiolife.org/life_blog. 1. For contact information for the Toledo City Council members, click here: https://toledo.oh.gov/government/city-council/council-members 2. To read a list of Capital Care of Toledo’s numerous health and safety violations click here: https://checkmyclinic.org/clinics/capital-care-network/ 3. To find the right to life chapter or affiliate in your area, click here: https://www.ohiolife.org/chapter_affiliates 4. To contact Ohio Right to Life for additional information about our 2021 Oratory Contest, email Allie Frazier at afrazier@ohiolife.org.

Katie Moline currently sits on Toledo City Council in an at large seat formerly held by Sandy Spang. She is running to retain that seat for the remainder of the original term and spoke with Fred about her efforts.

Tony Dia is running for a seat on Toledo City Council at large seat as a Republican. He spoke with Fred about the race and the issues

Episode 05 of #AssentDissent covers:Candidate for Toledo City Council, Julian Mack - Julian gives us personal insight and information on his activism and campaignThe Black Lives Matter Movement and Black Allyship with featured guests: Dr. Leila Ellis-Nelson, PsyD (Professor of Psychology), Angela Joseph (Advocate and Entrepreneur) and Erica An (Parent and Advocate)Both interviews from today's episode will be released in full following the release of episode 5. Head over to https://assent_dissent.buzzsprout.com to make sure you don't miss out!Like our content? Please like follow and subscribe to us on social media:-Twitter: @assent_dissent-Facebook: Facebook.com/AssentDissent-Instagram: @assent_dissent

Full interview with Julian Mack, activist and candidate for Toledo City Council.

Tony Dia, running for Toledo City Council, responds to Julian Mack's "Refund Toledo" Petition

Julian Mack, candidate for Toledo City Council, discusses his Refund Toledo petition

Tony Dia discusses his run for Toledo City Council

This week Katie Moline discusses running for office for the first time, while simultaneously learning to legislate!About our Guest:Katie Moline was appointed to Toledo City Council in January and is currently running to retain her seat in a special election this November. Katie has always had a passion for public service. She is currently the Vice-Chair of the Zoning and Planning Committee and Vice-Chair of the Budget Oversight Committee of City Council. She also serves on the committees of: Finance and Debt Oversight, Regional Growth, Development, and Small Business Enterprise; and Water Quality and Sustainability. Prior to her work on Toledo City Council, Katie served as Chair of EPIC Toledo, the largest young professional organization in the region with over 2,000 members and concurrently served on the Board of Directors of the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce. Katie served as Treasurer and Board member for Family House, a homeless shelter in Toledo dedicated to keeping families together. She is active in her church, Blessed Sacrament Parish, where she chaired the leadership Gifts Capital Campaign at Most Blessed Sacrament Parish that raised over $1.5 million she is also an assistant Girl Scout Troop Leader for Blessed Sacrament Troop #16210.This is a Girl’s Girls Media Production.Want more? Join our community at www.girlsgirlscommunity.com.Got questions? Send them to wevegotissuespod@gmail.comLike the Show? Leave us a Review on iTunes.

Ohio Attorney General David Yost discusses Toledo City Council suspensions

Dan Hennen's Week-in-Review from July 5, 2020 - Commentary on The Latest Unbiased Truthful News Week In Review with Host Dan Hennen - General Flynn, Sidney Powell, Q Anon, President Trump and More!July 5, 2020Dan provides commentary and analysis on news events from this past week.Topics include General Flynn's Twitter profile changed again, and later followed by his video on July 4th with family taking the "Digital Soldier" oath. The Toledo City Council had four members arrested on July 1, all Democrats, on Bribery Charges.The current count for Federal Sealed Indictments is now at 179,000. Ghislaine Maxwell was one of those, and was arrested on July 2 in New Hampshire.The Andrew Jackson statue was destroyed and on July 2nd Jason Charter was arrested. The White House announced the official Christmas 2020 Ornament this week, President Kennedy is featured. Very interesting, indeed. Former President Clinton was indicted this past week on NEW charges from his involvement in the 1999 Serbian War atrocities. Q Anon comes through with another "proof" with a drop called "The Lone Warrior"...only 37 minutes later, President Trump tweets "The Lone Warrior".Douglas Haig, 57, was arrested for "manufacturing ammunition without a license" and sentenced to prison for his involvement with the "Vegas Shooting" allegedly performed by Stephen Paddock in October, 2017.Bruce Ohr provided "closed door testimony" on June 30, but this wasn't mentioned anywhere on the mainstream news. A new Mini-Series on the life of James Comey will now be scheduled PRIOR to the November elections, how convenient.Reddit yanked the group "The_Donald" this week, even though it had more than 800,000 followers. The United States Postal Service officially "endorsed" Joe Biden for President. Roger Stone going to prison on July 14th? Looks like yes.* Please consider supporting our Truthful, Independent Media Operation & End Times Ministry by planting a financial seed here! Support the show (https://patreon.eamedia.online)

Ohio State Representative Paula Hicks-Hudson joins the show this week to talk about what she’s up to in the Statehouse and the challenges she has working with republicans. About Our Guest: As the first black female mayor of Toledo, State Rep. Paula Hicks Hudson has always exhibited a commitment to empowering and helping people improve their quality of life. She currently represents Ohio’s 44th House District, which includes central Toledo. Rep. Hudson’s purpose has centered on improving the quality of her community through her hard work in the public and private sector. During her 35-year professional career, she has worked as assistant Lucas County prosecutor, assistant public defender and assistant state attorney general. From 1998-2002, she served as the legislative director of the Toledo City Council. Following that, she served as the director and deputy director of the Lucas County Board of Elections and chief legal counsel to the Ohio Office of Budget and Management under Governor Ted Strickland. Of particular note are her numerous programs and efforts geared toward youth well-being and educational issues. As a Court Appointed Child Advocate-Guardian ad Litem, Rep. Hudson is trained in mediation and advocates for neglected and underrepresented youth. As a result of her efforts, she has been honored by the Urban Minority Alcohol and Drug Outreach Program. She also continues her partnership with the Coalition and Quality Education and Covenant Youth Development Corporation to increase opportunities for young people. As a professor of juvenile justice, Rep. Hudson has informed upcoming professionals of the importance of intervention and prevention programs and actions for development of productive citizenship for our future society. This is a Girl’s Girls Media Production. Want more? Join our community at www.girlsgirlscommunity.com. Got questions? Send them to wevegotissuespod@gmail.com Like the Show? Leave us a Review on iTunes.

On today’s show hear some updates around the district about the new development project at the old Elder-Beerman site (including information about an upcoming public forum), updates about committees Sam is serving on with Toledo City Council, and a clip from Toledo’s State of the City.Call or Text Sam, receive a response within 24 hours: 567-200-3231Toledo District 5 on TwitterToledo District 5 on FacebookWestgate Neighbors Public Forum on Elder-Beerman Site information

Sam Melden, newly elected to Toledo City Council

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz talks about the Toledo City Council's vote to rename Toledo Express Airport after Gene Kranz

Toledo takes its first steps at building a bridge across the wage gap! Downtown Toledo lawyer, Katie Harris, sits down with me to discuss the new bill that was proposed at Toledo City Council this week.

Sam Melden discusses his run for Toledo City Council

Hi! We’re awake and ready are you? Floyd pulled a me yesterday and I had my version of fun over the weekend. The debut of the Justin Guarini Game. How followers does THAT person have? A situation to be aware of at Fremont Ross. A local restauranteur is finally headed home to Perrysburg. Tech upgrades for Toledo City Council. Leaving Neverland. Jordyn Woods non-drama. Pete Davidson and Kate Beckinsale. Not Winefest, but Whinefest. Vent to begin your week. Mine? Stop asking where’s spring. PFOL with the last thing you think about before you fall asleep. Ian Mckellan said something dumb and apologized real quick. Roseanne didn’t do the same. Movies this past weekend. Janet Amid and sex 5 times a day! More Janet. Sing those signs. Slay it or Spray it with lots of not slaying. Until we get to Madonna!

Sandy Spang’s personal, professional, and educational experiences have prepared her to serve the citizens of Lucas County. After graduating magna cum laude from Bowling Green State University, Sandy held several management positions, and with her husband, Mark, has developed and managed a portfolio of residential and commercial real estate.In 2009, Sandy spearheaded the creation of the Beverly Place Facade Grant to revitalize a retail center in the heart of the Beverly neighborhood, and opened Plate 21, a successful independent coffee house with 12 employees. In 2018, Sandy opened her second location, Plate One, in downtown Toledo. Sandy was elected in 2013 and re-elected in 2017 as an at-large member of Toledo City Council. She is an advocate for economic development and fiscal responsibility, and introduced legislation requiring the city to develop a 20 year maintenance plan for the over 200 structures owned by the City, restore the position of Sign Inspector and revise the city's outdated sign code.Council Member Spang's commitment to bringing innovation and best practices to Toledo led her to attend: National League of Cities Congressional City Conference in Washington D.C. and "Big Ideas for Cities" in Los Angeles, CA.CEOs for Cities Inclusive Growth Conference in Pittsburgh, PA.The Urban Land Institute's "Joseph P. Riley Jr. Urban Vision Symposium in Charleston, SC.Center for Priority Based Budget Annual Conference in Denver, CO.Active in the community, Sandy served as a board member for the Josh Project, on the Educator’s Board of the Toledo Museum of Art, and as a teacher for the Toledo Urban Impact After-School Club. Sandy received a Community Partnership Award from the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities and a Civitas Award, which are especially meaningful to her as she is guardian to her special needs brother, Steve. Sandy and her husband Mark have adult children, Ben, Lily, and Eli, who inspire her to make Lucas County a place of opportunity.

Recently neighbors of Vickie's Bar on Douglas have complained about noise and increased crime around the neighborhood bar. Police recommended to Toledo City Council that they ask the Liquor Control Commission to deny renewal of the license.The council voted not to ask for denial and instead to ask police to work with the owners.

Toledo City Council member and Equality Toledo executive director Nick Komives is in to talk about the old Bretz Nightclub and what's been going on with the location. A church called ‘Greater Toledo House of Prayer’ bought the former nightclub on Adams. The church did not mention any views on anything to do with the LGBT, despite reported affiliations with a national group that opposes same-sex relationships.

This week, Kellie, Vashitta, and Gabe discuss Capital Care Network in Toledo. An August 30 Toledo City Council meeting to support a clinic protection ordinance heard testimony from clinic escorts, staff, and patients who have sen harassment by protesters first hand. Part 2 of the Toledo City Council hearing This week, Toledo’s Capital Care was again the focus […]

This week, Kelley, Annie, and Gabe discuss the latest in Toledo. As Capital Care Network fights to stay open, the community in Northwest Ohio is doing everything they can to support them. NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio is asking ProMedica to sign a transfer agreement. Toledo City Council is also proposing a clinic protection ordinance to stop protesters from […]

Mike Ferner is a candidate for mayor of Toledo, Ohio. See http://www.mikeferner.com Mike Ferner grew up in rural Ohio, working on farms much of his youth. After 12 years of Catholic education and a head full of John Wayne movies, he enlisted in the Navy right out of high school in 1969. During three years as a hospital corpsman he nursed hundreds of wounded soldiers returning from Viet Nam, an experience that radicalized him for life starting with his discharge as a conscientious objector. Mike has been an independent member of Toledo City Council and a candidate for mayor of his city; an organizer for the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME); Communications Director for the Farm Labor Organizing Committee and the Program on Corporations, Law & Democracy and has served as national president of Veterans For Peace. Just prior to the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003, he lived there for a month with a Voices in the Wilderness delegation, returning in 2004 for another two months as an independent journalist and wrote "Inside the Red Zone: A Veteran For Peace Reports from Iraq" (Prager 2006). His activism includes several arrests for “disturbing the war,” including disrupting a session of Congress. His current interest is learning how the Populists organized the largest democratic, mass movement in U.S. history and how to apply that to work he's doing with Move to Amend.