Maumee

BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — As a kid, Don McConnaughy lived in a home just behind the Beaver, Pa., fire station. Every time he heard the whistle blow, he’d throw on a pair of boots, run up the alley and open the door for the fire trucks. “It’s been my interest …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — The 28th annual Law Enforcement Appreciation and Awards Banquet honored local law enforcement officials for the work they do to keep the community safe every day. The event took place on February 5 at The Pinnacle with brave men and women in blue attending the …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — Maumee City Schools has received a significant donation from an individual who wishes to remain anonymous. At the January 21 meeting, the Maumee school board formally approved acceptance of the $75,000 gift, which was distributed to the district through the JLW Foundation. The money will …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — When Joe Camp first began working for the city of Maumee in 1988, there were two computers on hand. He used one of them and former Finance Director Dave Hazard used the other. At the time, Camp was a junior at Bowling Green State University …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — Dr. Patrick Burtch has been named new administrator of the city of Maumee. He replaces John Jezak, who left the job last year after serving the city nearly 20 years. Burtch will be paid an annual salary of $145,000 plus benefits, with an increase to …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — The Maumee school district is one of few across the state to win the Momentum Award for ensuring that every type of student excels at learning. The award recognizes school districts that earn all A’s on the state assessment test in the areas …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — The mayor and three council members started new terms in office after being sworn in at the January 6 Maumee City Council meeting. Incumbent Mayor Richard Carr, who was re-elected to office in November after defeating former city administrator John Jezak, was sworn …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — On January 2, Maumee Police Sgt. Steve Crowe signed off from his shift for the last time, marking his retirement and the end of a stellar 33-year career with the department. “It was an enjoyable experience. I felt welcomed and I enjoyed being here,” he …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — After more than three decades of service with the Maumee Fire Division, Tom King is retiring. His last official day on the job is January 5, 2020. “I’ve enjoyed it. I like dealing with people,” King said. King, 66, has worked as a full- time …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — St. Luke’s Hospital has announced plans to merge with McLaren Health Care, a Michigan-based hospital system with 26,000 employees and more than 85,500 network providers. At a press conference on December 4, officials from both organizations were on hand to announce the plans, which have …