National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is the U.S. travel industry’s annual tradition of recognizing the essential role travel plays in powering our economy, strengthening communities and connecting America. This year, it is celebrated May 3-9, 2026. Locally, Shores & Islands Ohio uses the week to…
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If you’re like me, and many others I know, you may have, at one point, researched your family tree. But have you ever thought about the family trees of musical instruments? If you aren’t aware, musical instruments come in families - Brass, Percussion, Woodwind, and Strings. These instrument families…
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Spring is just around the corner in Shores & Islands Ohio, and with it comes a fresh lineup of can’t-miss events! From Easter celebrations and Earth Day activities to America 250 happenings, winery weekends, fundraisers, and the first wave of outdoor festivals, March and April are bursting with ways…
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When we think of American innovation, names like Thomas Edison often come to mind. Born in nearby Milan, Ohio, Edison’s inventions transformed everyday life - from how Americans lit their homes to how they communicated and worked. His story reminds us that innovation doesn’t always arrive fully…
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As we step into 2026 and join communities across the nation in celebrating America 250, we’re proud to say that our story in Shores & Islands Ohio begins long before 250 years ago . The lands and waters we call home (today known as Erie County and Ottawa County) have witnessed centuries of…
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