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2010 election season underway

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:01:14 GMT

We are not even done with November, but if you thought election season was over, you might be disappointed. The races for 2010 are already underway.

Sprucing up your fall yards

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:26:50 GMT

As you rake leaves in your yard, it can be tempting to trim back any of your summer plants that look shriveled, brown and dead. Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy says you need to be careful not to damage your day lily plants.

The Game of hard work

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:21:50 GMT

It's Ohio State-Michigan week as the Buckeyes get ready to take on the Wolverines in the annual game at The Big House in Ann Arbor. Toledo City Councilman Tom Waniewski uses the annual occasion to talk about hard work in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

An energy-efficient fireplace

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:58:23 GMT

It's something many people have in their homes, but if you're not careful a fireplace can end up costing you. Rick and Jackie have some basic techniques than can help you keep heat and energy inside the house in this edition of FOX Toledo's A Firm Foundation.

No sense about our dollars

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:30:35 GMT

We elect government officials to lead us and manage tax money. Schylar Meadows says many in Toledo could do a much better job of that in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Beauty through town budget cuts

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:25:58 GMT

How your neighborhood looks can affect how you feel and how residents take care of it. That often includes parks, flowerbeds, and landscaping. Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy says with a little effort, those things can be maintained even when money's tight.

Better days ahead for Toledo

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:50:03 GMT

It's no secret that Toledo has had it rough the last few years, but that's not keeping Mayor Carleton Finkbeiner down. He explains why better days could be just around the corner in this edition of FOX Toledo Rant and Rave.

New appliances in old spaces

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:44:59 GMT

If you live in an older home you may have already run into this problem - newer, modern kitchen appliances are bigger than their older counter spaces. Rick and Jackie discuss some solutions in this edition of FOX Toledo's A Firm Foundation.

Reminder of our responsibilities

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:42:58 GMT

In two months, Mayor-elect Mike Bell will take the reigns in Toledo. But in this edition of FOX Toledo Rant and Rave, Will Lucas says it will take more than that for the city to turn around.

Changing your winter routine

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:12:30 GMT

If you've been growing roses for years and years, Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy says might want to change your winter routine. He sheds some wisdom on what to do with those thorny bushes as they turn brown.

Personal insight into H1N1 virus

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:20:43 GMT

We've been hearing a lot about the H1N1 Swine flu virus lately, with numerous regional vaccination clinics and advice on protection. Michael Miller, Editor-in_Chief of the Toledo Free Press, opens up on his family's bout with the illness in this edition of FOX Toledo Rant and Rave.

Tent City means so much

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:33:09 GMT

Friday through Sunday the 20th annual Tent City will be held at the Civic Center Mall downtown. Glass City Jungle blog site moderator Lisa Renee Ward explains why the Tent City project and 1Matters.Org means so much to her in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Taking care of plants in fall

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:33:47 GMT

Now that we've seen a little frost, most plants and flowers are turning brown. So how much is it okay to clean up? Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy has some tips as the days get shorter and the weather gets colder.

Your time is running out

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:59:06 GMT

Election Day is just one week away. If you don't have a clear idea who you plan to vote for and why, that time is running out says Toledo City Councilman Tom Waniewski in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Averting construction headaches

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 03:02:20 GMT

As with most things in life, planning ahead on your construction projects can save you a lot of headaches as Rick and Jackie explain in this edition of FOX Toledo's A Firm Foundation.

Questioning mayoral intervention

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:03:29 GMT

Earlier this week, Toledo officials went to Toledo Municipal Court to seek closure of the Route 66 Kitchen Bar and Grill, the scene of a wild shootout that has become a viral video hit on the Internet.

Can't go wrong with hearty mum

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:52:13 GMT

Knowing what to prune back and when to do it is part of what makes a good gardener. Mike O'Rourke the Garden Guy has some tips for what to cut now and how to treat those colorful mum plants we see for sale everywhere.

Finkbeiner backs Issue 3

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:56:12 GMT

It could be the most controversial issue voters will decide on this November - Issue 3. Toledo Mayor Carty Finkbeiner breaks down the reality of the Issue 3 debate and the impact it will have in Northwest Ohio in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Toledo on cusp of a bright future

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:03:06 GMT

It's no secret that the city of Toledo has hit a rough patch. Will Lucas explains why he thinks the city has a bright future in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Let fall woody ornamentals flower

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:49:08 GMT

Gardening doesn't end when the flowers stop blooming. Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy suggests you don't touch woody ornamental flowers. You should let them grow through the fall and use a lot of bone meal, which will help some of the blooms next year.

Fixing settling concrete

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:31:40 GMT

Concrete is designed to provide a smooth flat surface for people to walk or motorists to drive on. But many times it can become cracked and uneven. Rick and Jackie have some tips in settling concrete in this edition of FOX Toledo's A Firm Foundation.

Laws not always an answer

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:33:25 GMT

Many laws, in general, are designed to make society safer - speed limits, traffic signs, and DUI laws all part of the effort to make driving safer.

Revitalizing dead pool grass

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:08:09 GMT

It's getting colder and that means no more pool parties. But if you take down the pool, you've got to deal with the dead grass underneath it. Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy has a few tips on how to revitalize the grass.

Credit to the taxpayers

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:09:16 GMT

All the talk these days is on the new Lucas County Arena, home to the Walleye hockey team, arenaball's Bullfrogs, and other attractions. Toledo City Councilman Tom Waniewski says taxpayers deserve a lot of credit for the facility in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Perfect time for improvements

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:44:34 GMT

For most, money is tight right now. But if you are thinking about doing some home improvements, now might be the perfect time as Rick and Jackie explain in this edition of A Firm Foundation.

Mayor partly to blame for budget

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 07:20:37 GMT

With the city of Toledo's budget problems continue to drag on with less than three months left in 2009, radio personality Schylar Meadows says Mayor Carty Finkbeiner is partly to blame. She explains in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Planting for spring this fall

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:16:37 GMT

It's getting cooler outside, and the leaves are just starting to fall. But when it comes to your garden, it's never too early to begin planning for next season. Mike O'Rourke The Garden Guy says you could even start planting now.

Downtown Toledo's alive and well

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:41:53 GMT

After 5 p.m. Downtown Toledo can seem a little empty. Mayor Carty Finkbeiner says it shouldn't be as he explains in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.

Preventing basement flooding

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:06:47 GMT

Finishing your basement can add space and value to your home, but flooding can ruin that investment. Rick and Jackie have some tips on how you can prevent basement flooding in this edition of FOX Toledo's A Firm Foundation.

Challenge to pitch in

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:33:45 GMT

Although times may be tough in Toledo, if everyone pitched in, it would make a huge difference as Will Lucas explains in this edition of FOX Toledo's Rant and Rave.