Governor Ted Strickland Vists

Ohio Governor Ted Strickland gamely held a Red-tailed Hawk and a classroom toad during a tour of Lake Erie Nature & Science Center today. Executive Director Larry Richardson led the 45-minute tour that also included State Representative Jennifer Brady, Bay Village Mayor Debbie Sutherland, Board President Patrick Mazur and other invited guests, plus several members of the news media. Following his walk-though, Governor Strickland described the Center's interactive classes, exhibits and programs as "hugely impressive." Look for more details on Governor Strickland's "walk on the wild side" at Lake Erie Nature & Science Center in our online newsroom tomorrow. WTAM-radio has a story and photos up on their website tonight. July 31 Update: Check out today's Lorain Morning Journal for a full write-up and more photos. The story is also posted on the paper's website.