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🌱 How rising gas prices are changing Sylvania teens’ driving lessons

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Tuesday August 18th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Cheers Sylvania! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How rising gas prices are changing Sylvania teens' driving lessons
  • Is your child's backpack quietly setting them up for back pain?

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 80, low: 59.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny with a shower, with a high of 80 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Gas prices force Sylvania driving school to shorten student routes (13abc.com) — A Sylvania driving school is shortening student driving routes as rising gas prices make it more expensive to keep lesson cars fueled, even while class rates stay the same. Instructors near the Sheetz and Speedway stations are emphasizing fuel-conscious habits, car maintenance, and smart trip planning to help young drivers cope with higher costs at the pump.
   

• Physical therapist says backpack's fit matters more than fashion (wtol.com) — A ProMedica physical therapist based in Sylvania is urging parents to focus on backpack fit and comfort rather than fashion or strict weight rules as kids return to school. He recommends keeping bags around 10% of a child's body weight, watching posture and shoulder marks, and making simple adjustments so students can carry their books without pain.
   

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Other local events
    Wednesday August 19
  • Jr. Cats vs Jr. Cougars
    Northview High School Sylvania, OH 43560
    5:00 pm
  • Jr. Cats vs. Jr. Cougars Football
    Arbor Hills Junior High Sylvania Northview High School, 5403 Silica Dr, Sylvania, OH 43
    6:00 pm
  • Thursday August 20
  • Kdg Preview Day
    Sylvan Elementary Sylvania, OH 43560
    7:30 am
  • Adaptive Judo (Ages 5+)
    The Ability Center of Greater Toledo American Academy of Martial Arts and Judan Judo, 5020 Lewis Ave #B, Toledo, OH, 43612, United States
    4:15 pm
  • 8th Volleyball Scrimmage vs. Toledo Saints
    Arbor Hills Junior High Sylvania, OH 43560
    4:30 pm
  • City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
    Sylvania Branch Library Sylvania -
    4:30 pm
  • Sylvania Reunion Festival
    Arbor Hills Junior High Centennial Terrace & Quarry, 5773 Centennial Rd, Sylvania, OH 4
    6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday August 18
  • Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
    Sanger Branch Library Sanger - Outdoors
    9:30 am
  • TRIO: one-stop shop for help with adult education
    Mott Branch Library Mott - Onsite Services Table 1
    11:00 am
  • Learn to Play Bingo
    Mott Branch Library Mott - Meeting Room A&B (Capacity : 90)
    3:00 pm
  • Wednesday August 19
  • Basic Functions in Microsoft Excel
    Mott Branch Library Mott - Training Lab (Group Use Only)
    1:30 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Anyone know of a restaurant that has a small room or more private area to have a meeting for 5 people in Toledo metro area?
    Doesn't have to be completely separate room but would be best in less busy area or alcove type section. Thanks ! (Nextdoor Centennial Farms)
  • Looking for recommendations for an excellent ophthalmologist who specializes in cataract surgery.
    I'd really appreciate hearing about doctors you've personally had a great experience with—someone highly skilled and thorough. I'd also appreciate… (Nextdoor Woodstream West)
  • Trilogy Healthcare Services posted a job opening for Assistant Director of Food Services in Sylvania. Apply here.
  • Siegel Suites posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Holland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sylvania here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ottawa Hills

  • Ottawa Hills football rebuilding playoff form with new coach, new conference (toledoblade.com)

Holland

  • Holland, Ohio, Alleged Juvenile Misbehavior at Shopping Center Sparks Debate (theunionstar.com)
  • Hernández, Sanoja hit HRs in Marlins 7-1 win over Reds (toledoblade.com)
  • Monday Memories: Thousands jammed Fostoria's streets to view Christ image on soybean tank (toledoblade.com)

Toledo

  • 2026 Toledo Jeep Fest sees record-breaking attendance, new celebrations (wtol.com)
  • Toledo, Oregon leaders respond after Flock cameras damaged (wtol.com)

Ok Sylvania! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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