The Shackles Our Founders Warned Us About
By Ben Jealous Guest Column My grandmother was born in 1916 on the same red Virginia ground where her grandfather was born enslaved. She lived to 105. She carried the weight of what her family […]
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The Beat of a Different Drummer
By Rev. Donald L. Perryman, Ph.D. The Truth Contributor If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which […]
State Sen. Paula Hicks-Hudson Named Voice of Justice Award Recipient
Award recognizes commitment to helping low-income Ohioans access justice Special to The Truth The Ohio Access to Justice Foundation is pleased to recognize Sen. Paula Hicks-Hudson (D-Toledo) as the 2026 recipient of the Voice of […]
Ghalen: A Romance in Black by Walter Mosley
c.2026, Amistad $30.00 360 pages By Terri Schlichenmeyer The Truth Contributer Take care. What a nice thing for someone to say as they take their leave! […]
We Can Do Better…
By Lafe Tolliver, Esq Guest Column Here is a question or a series of thoughts for my dear readers about your opinions regarding the recent arrest of a juvenile girl on three charges, with one […]
City of Toledo Seeking Community Partners for Youth Mentorship Initiative
Special to The Truth The City of Toledo Connecting Mentors & Improving Access to Careers Work Group, part of the Peace in Motion Strategic Plan, is seeking community partners interested in supporting youth and young […]
What to Consider When Choosing a Beneficiary for Life Insurance or other Financial Accounts
By State Farm® Editorial Team Guest Column Learn what a beneficiary is and factors to consider when naming a beneficiary. What is a beneficiary? A beneficiary is an individual, entity or a trust nominated by an account holder […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Home Loans
Special to The Truth Buying a home is one of the largest purchases most people will make in their lives, and taking out a home loan is a common way to finance the purchase. This […]
A Lupus Weekend – Wigs, Karaoke and a Walk to Raise Awareness
By Fletcher Word The Truth Editor This past weekend, May 15-17, was a spectacular recognition by Toledoans of the impact of lupus on the local community along with a concerted effort to raise financial support […]
The Fourth Annual Lupus Awareness Program
By Fletcher Word The Truth Editor About 80 people came out for the fourth annual Lupus Awareness Luncheon on Saturday, May 16. The Scott Park Banquet Hall was filled to capacity with people who are […]