Archive for the ‘Arts and Life’ Category

Mack: John Mayer was ‘Born’ for folk, blues

By Jason Mack on Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012

John Mayer, “Born and Raised”
John Mayer is finally realizing his full potential as…

“One For The Money” home video review

By Michael Miller on Monday, May 21st, 2012

Based on the 1994 book of the same name by Janet Evanovich, the action-comedy “One for the Money” stars Katherine Heigl as the lead character Stephanie Plum, a down-on-her-luck ex-lingerie sales clerk who now tackles the tough bail bonds business.

Opening day at Toledo Zoo’s Tembo Trail

By Morgan Delp on Monday, May 21st, 2012

On the morning of May 18, zoo enthusiasts of all ages excitedly awaited the…

“Colonel, make it a double, please!”

By Frank Kuron on Saturday, May 19th, 2012

Several years ago I helped a friend paint his house. The idea of sacrificing…

Szyperski: A Sophia or Jacob by any other name would be as sweet

By Shannon Szyperski on Saturday, May 19th, 2012

I’ve been a big fan of baby names since at least my teenage years,…

$15.2 million elephant exhibit opens at Toledo Zoo

By Caitlin McGlade on Thursday, May 17th, 2012

Nine-year-old Louie picks on his little brother like many siblings do — by flinging…

Council criticized for dropping ‘Joe Wicks Way’ proposal

By John P. McCartney on Thursday, May 17th, 2012

On May 15, Toledo City Councilman Steve Steel dropped pursuit of discussion or a…

Toledo teen competes in Italian magic show

By Brigitta Burks on Thursday, May 17th, 2012

Teenage magician and Toledoan Eli Portala recently returned from Italy after appearing on what…

McGinnis: Summer movies feature (a few) fresh ideas

By Jeff McGinnis on Tuesday, May 15th, 2012

With the release of “The Dictator” on May 16, the young summer movie season…

DC preps fans for new round of Batmania

By Jim Beard on Tuesday, May 15th, 2012

If you’re a fan of a comics character with a new film heading into…