In Memoriam: Antoine Nsang O’Khan Kabwasa
Antoine Nsang O’Khan Kabwasa passed away peacefully on August 20th in Toledo Ohio at the tender age of 85 surrounded by family and friends. He was loved and will be missed. Antoine was born in […]
Month: August 2024
Kamala Harris’s Chicago Convention and Illinois’ Unique Place in Civil Rights History
By Ben Jealous The modern civil rights movement hit a new peak last week in Illinois. It marked the movement coming full circle, in a way, back to the state of its birth more than […]
A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit: The Vision of Mary McLeod Bethune by Noliwe Rooks
c.2024, Penguin Press $28.00 208 pages By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributor Ten feet tall. Larger than life. Surely, that describes the person in history you most admire. He was a giant among […]
How I Got My Passport in 1 Day!!
By Ricky Tyus The Truth Contributor So, about a year ago, I decided to treat myself to an eight-day All-Inclusive escape to Aruba. My first international jaunt since COVID and I said goodbye. Aruba is […]
The DNC Recap – Day Two!
By Ohio State Senator Paula Hicks Hudson Today is just as busy as yesterday! Senator Corey Booker and Rep James Clyburn came to our breakfast caucus this morning. Each one reminded us of this historic […]
TPS Reminds Parents to Keep Student Immunizations Up to Date
Health Partners of Western Ohio is ready to serve families at the School-Based Health Centers. Make sure to schedule your well-child visit to stay up to date on immunizations as the new school year is […]
Toledo Zoo & Aquarium: A Community Jewel
By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter Nestled in the heart of Northwest Ohio, the Toledo Zoo & Aquarium stands as a guiding light of community engagement, education, and conservation. Under the visionary leadership of Chief […]
Toledo Museum of Art to Receive $500,000 for Capital Improvements
The Truth Staff In 2006 when the Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion opened, the entrance to the new building was not quite what the original architectural plans had intended. Instead of the vestibules for […]
The IRA is Still Our Biggest Step Toward a Brighter Future for Our Children
By Ben Jealous I often think about a factory hallway in Dalton, Georgia that is filled with pictures drawn by children. It is a reminder of what can be, what will be, thanks to the […]
Sisters 4 Unity Stage Second Annual Communities Against Gun Violence March
The Truth Staff Once again, the Sisters 4 Unity brought together a variety of organizations, community leaders and attendees focused on the goal of making the Toledo community safer, especially for youngsters. A community march […]