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2 weeks ago | 
rawnews.com | Erin Holden
While looking at a nursery catalogue a few years ago I stumbled upon a fun cultivar of Coreopsis with fluted petals called ‘Jethro Tull’. Although Bluestone Perennials claims it was named after the 18th century agriculturalist, I think it’s no coincidence that the lead singer of the 70’s progressive rock band Jethro Tull also famously plays the flute. And it got me thinking – are there other plant cultivars out there named after music groups?
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2 months ago | 
toledofreepress.com | Erin Holden
This is the second of a limited series. The Toledo Free Press will be reporting on stories about reproductive healthcare options and care for women in the Toledo area. TOLEDO – When the Toledo Free Press caught up with Kristin Hady at Maddie & Bella in downtown Perrysburg, she was wearing a necklace with the word “abortion” on it, just in case anyone might be tempted to question her stance on reproductive rights.
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Feb 5, 2025 | 
toledocitypaper.com | Erin Holden
10 Turtle Creek Circle, Swanton419-704-2511birchwoodmeadow.comConnected to Oak Openings Metropark, Birchwood Meadow is truly a wedding venue that enables the wedding party and guests to get away from it all during their celebration.
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Feb 5, 2025 | 
toledocitypaper.com | Erin Holden
How the two of them met: Carter’s family has a cottage on Devil’s Lake in Adrian, MI. Kylie’s childhood best friend also had a cottage here. Through family friends and going to the same grade school, Kylie and Carter met here in the summer of sixth grade. It took a few years for Carter to convince Kylie, but they started dating after Kylie’s freshmanyear of high school. They’ve celebrated their eight year anniversary just a few days prior to their big day!Why do the two of you work so well together?
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Dec 28, 2024 | 
toledofreepress.com | Erin Holden
Set to take effect in January, La-Z-Boy, Inc. will officially acquire Durocher’s two Toledo La-Z-Boy stores: La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor at 5178 Monroe St. in Toledo and La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries at 5804 Airport Hwy. in Holland. As part of the transition, partners and advertisers are told all existing contracts for these La-Z-Boy locations will end on December 31, 2024. Future inquiries and advertisement propositions should be directed to La-Z-Boy’s corporate office.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
toledoparent.com | Erin Holden
What brings in the beginning of the holiday season better than choosing your Christmas tree? If you want the full Hallmark-movie-worthy experience, bring your family to one of these local farms to cut your own. Though each website has its own set of useful information about what is provided, most of them do have a few things in common: pets are discouraged, chainsaws are even more discouraged, and they all have hand saws available (though you are welcome to bring your own).
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Nov 29, 2024 | 
toledofreepress.com | Erin Holden
When I watched “The Shawshank Redemption” for the first time at 14 years old, it immediately gripped me — the musical score, the bleak, imposing view of the prison where main character Andy Dufresne is sent after a false murder conviction — the one liners that are recognizable across generations. It is a special film to so many of us. It wasn’t long after watching the film that I read the collection, Different Seasons by Stephen King, that includes Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
toledoparent.com | Erin Holden
You know what they say: making friends as an adult isn’t easy. With babies in the mix, it isn’t difficult to become even more isolated. That’s why it’s important to maintain and make new connections that become routine. Believe it or not, social media can be a valuable starting point for finding your people in Toledo when you’re a busy mom. We came up with a list of Facebook favorites that we’re sure you’ll love.
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Oct 29, 2024 | 
toledofreepress.com | Erin Holden
TOLEDO – What type of romance novel disciple are you? You’ve dabbled in the art form in the past. You’ve read Fifty Shades of Gray but you’re not sure where to go next. You always got a novel with you, and you read every chance you get. You’re waiting by your Kindle (or at the library) for the next release. Or, you’re actually writing your first romance novel right now!If you relate in any way to any of these scenarios, Romance-Con is the place for you! On Saturday, Nov.
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Oct 8, 2024 | 
toledoparent.com | Erin Holden
As fall approaches, the farms in Toledo and the surrounding area have transformed their fields into elaborate mazes for families to enjoy. A visit to these spots can be a full day of fun, as they also have features like playgrounds, pumpkin picking, fall foods, bonfires, rides and countless other activities for kids of all ages. Do you have other local favorites to include?
