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Toledo
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Humane Society examines thousands of winter reports to protect pets from dangerous cold conditions and urges residents to report suspected cases promptly (officials emphasize that early alerts help prevent harm). WTOL
- ➤ Multiple organizations are extending shelter hours to help unhoused neighbors stay warm as temperatures drop to single digits and wind chills fall far below zero today. Officials say the extra service will offer a safe haven during the severe cold. WTOL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local etiquette consultant Precious Jewel says Toledo job seekers should show respect and proper manners during interviews to build trust in a tight job market — advising punctuality, eye contact and timely follow-ups. Jewel notes that clear, courteous interactions can open doors to new opportunities. Toledo Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Artist Club and Gallery announced it will host The Toledo Festival of the Arts from June 27 to 28 at the south Toledo garden — a free event featuring over 175 local and regional artists and a historical gallery retrospective, continuing a long summer art tradition after Crosby Festival moved. WTOL
- ➤ Toledo Museum of Art was re-nominated as Best Art Museum in America in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Voting is open until Feb. 16 at 11:59 a.m. and results will be announced on Feb. 25 at noon. WTVG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Melissa Baltus, an associate professor of anthropology, discussed traditional Native American mound-building at the Pint Talk series at Quenched-and-Tempered Brewing Co. in Toledo on Tuesday, Jan. 20. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Toledo Public Schools will host town halls soon to address its current financial situation and gather community input on budget plans. The sessions aim to guide decisions on school funding. WTOL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ODOT crews are working 12-hour shifts to clear Toledo roads amid heavy snowfall, wind and extreme cold, with 12.9 inches recorded as of Jan. 20 that nearly triple last winter. Motorists are urged to slow down for safety. WTOL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ernest Banks runs group therapy at New Concepts Behavioral Health (Toledo) by greeting nearly every client by name and using his own recovery story to encourage change. He helps clients fight addiction and take essential steps toward rebuilding their lives. WTVG
- ➤ Nearly 150 schools closed Tuesday due to severe cold, and a local doctor warned parents that temperatures may be unsafe for children despite what looked like a fun snow day; colder weather is expected later this week. WTVG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The documentary We Are the Troopers recounts the Toledo Troopers’ 58-5 record and seven national championships in the 1970s and is now streaming (Amazon Prime) to highlight their lasting impact on women’s football. WTOL
- ➤ Attorney Martin J. Greenberg alleges a nearly decade-long pattern of verbal and emotional abuse by Heidelberg University's women's basketball coach Erin Eaton, with new accounts coming from her time at Muskingum and Pittsburgh at Greensburg while families had previously demanded her firing. Heidelberg has not yet responded. WTOL
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Julia LaBay: Space & Construct(ion) Public Reception
6-8 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Explore a solo exhibition of captivating metal and wood sculptures and mixed media by Julia LaBay.
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Dr. Seuss and the Symphony
3-5 p.m. — Peristyle Theatre — Family-friendly event — Experience a musical journey with Dr. Seuss stories and activities for all ages.
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Make & Take Workshop for All Ages
$15 Workshop — 5:30-8:30 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Sylvania — $15 to create unique crafts with provided materials and step-by-step guidance.
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Ethan Timm Performance
6-10 p.m. — Buffalo Rock Brewing Company — Cost not specified — Enjoy a night of soulful rock music from Ohio musician Ethan Timm.
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Julia LaBay: Space & Construct(ion) Art Exhibit
12 – 4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Experience a solo exhibition featuring metal and wood sculptures, bronze casting, and mixed media exploring symbolism and power.
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Julia LaBay: Space & Construct(ion) Art Exhibit
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Explore metal and wood sculptures alongside mixed media that delve into powerful symbolism.
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42nd Annual Toledo Excel Aspiring Youth Conference
8:30-11:30 a.m. — Lancelot Thompson Student Union — Free entry — Empowering youth with notable speakers addressing education, mental health, and personal transformation.
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Julia LaBay: Space & Construct(ion) Exhibit
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Discover the intriguing blend of metal and wood sculptures alongside captivating prints and mixed media.
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Authors! with Mary Kubica
7-8 p.m. — Main Library - Toledo Lucas County Public Library — Free entry — Discover the secrets behind the captivating storytelling of bestselling thriller author Mary Kubica.
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BASHCon 2026
4 PM – 4 PM — Lancelot Thompson Student Union — Fun for all ages — Celebrate the 40th anniversary of BASHCon with gaming, art, and local vendors.
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