Linda O'Connor

Reporter · Sylvania, OH

Linda O'Connor has been covering education for over 7 years, with a focus on local schools and educational policy in Toledo. She holds a degree in Education from Kent State University and has previously reported for the Toledo Blade’s education section. Linda is committed to amplifying the voices of students and teachers, bringing their stories to the forefront.

2 stories from Linda O'Connor in Marietta

Voting at Beverly Elementary School during Election Day in Toledo.

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What is a provisional ballot in Ohio and when is one used?

On a crisp November morning, the air buzzed with excitement as residents of Toledo prepared to cast their votes in a pivotal election. However, that excitement quickly turned to confusion and concern when a swatting incident at Beverly Elementary School disrupted the day. As police responded to...

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Toledo community members gather to discuss the TPS levy results.

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Live results: Did voters approve the Toledo Public Schools levy?

As the sun set over Toledo on a crisp November evening, the community held its collective breath, eagerly awaiting the results of a pivotal decision that could shape the future of local education. The atmosphere was charged with a mix of hope and anxiety, as families gathered in living rooms and...

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