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Toledo
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Owens Community College is hosting the Greater Toledo Train and Toy Show Sunday in its Student Health and Activities Center. Over 250 dealers will display toys and model trains, with early bird access at 9 a.m. for $10 + regular admission at 11 a.m. for $7 and free entry for children 12 and under, ending at 3 p.m. WTVG
- ➤ A Toledo-area group is planning an $83.6 million soccer stadium (7,500 seats) on the riverfront in Vistula, aiming to open by the 2028-29 season as part of a larger revitalization that includes growing green spaces and an expanding Riverwalk set to finish by 2032. WTVG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dickey’s Barbecue Pit reopened after seven months of restoration following a fire on July 31, 2025. The owner thanked Perrysburg Township firefighters (who quickly contained the blaze) by inviting them to dinner as a gesture of appreciation. WTVG
- ➤ Owens Auto Tech is hosting an open house at its Toledo facility to showcase its latest auto technology services. The event was announced on Mar. 5 and offers community members a chance to explore the new offerings. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After a bomb threat originating from Dayton placed Ottawa Hills and Bowling Green schools on lockdown Wednesday morning, police + FBI with bomb-sniffing dogs secured the campuses and confirmed all students and staff were safe. WTOL
- ➤ Local DJ Jeff Lamb recovered his stolen equipment, including a priceless family treasure (a recording used by his 5-year-old sister Becky in 1967) in Toledo. WTOL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Symphony Youth Orchestra is now hosting 205 student musicians across three orchestras and offers a chance for young talent to perform, learn & grow. Its next concerts are set for March 15 with a joint show with the Toledo Symphony and May 11 at Bowling Green State University’s Moore Musical Arts Center. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Donghui Zhao, an expert in glass science (with two decades of industry experience), has joined UToledo as an associate professor to support the Northwest Ohio Glass Innovation Hub by bridging academia and industry. He will launch two glass courses in the fall and expand on-campus research with industry partners. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Dr. Tony Bourne (vice president for strategic enrollment management at UToledo) advised prospective students on March 5 that applying to college is easier than it seems, offering clear tips to simplify the process. The University of Toledo
- ➤ The new UToledo welcome center is being built off Bancroft near Scott and Tucker Halls; its steel frame went up this week, and it will open this summer to provide student services + a welcome area for prospective students. The move-in is set before the fall semester. The University of Toledo
- ➤ UToledo's federally funded TRIO program supported first-generation students with academic, personal and financial resources, explained by Director Angelica Johnson and student Derell Bedingfield Jr. on March 5. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Bogus threats made against local schools Wednesday put authorities on high alert as law enforcement + school officials reviewed safety protocols to protect students and staff. WTVG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Toledo and its sister city in Spain both face water quality challenges from runoff and low water flow; researchers in each city are studying solutions after local efforts followed Toledo's 2014 crisis (with similar issues seen along Spain's Tagus River). WTOL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Perrysburg senior Shane Saito, ranked fifth in Division I 190 pounds following five surgeries for a staph infection, is competing as the 2-seed at the District Tournament this weekend at Perrysburg High School + his performance may secure a spot in next week’s State Tournament in Columbus. WTOL
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Commotion - Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Band
8-9:30 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Toledo — Cost info not available — Step back in time with the electrifying sounds of Creedence Clearwater Revival performed by the tribute band Commotion.
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Champion Cheer Central Carnivale of Champions Cheer and Dance Championships 2026
8:00 AM - 7:59 AM — 401 Jefferson Ave, Toledo, OH — Not specified — Experience the excitement of competitive cheerleading and dance at this annual event.
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Pop-Up Lunch at Cork & Knife Provisions
11 AM - 2 PM — Cork & Knife Provisions — Menu details coming soon — Enjoy delicious noodle bowls and treats at this spring pop-up lunch.
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Pies & Pints Celebration
4-8 p.m. — Earnest Brew Works — $10 for pie or pizza and a beer — Celebrate an early Pi Day with delicious bites and craft brews for a good cause.
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Sewing Machine Workshop: Create Your Own Zippered Bag
1-4 p.m. — Vod's Here, Sewing & Crafting Emporium — Supplies provided — Craft a stylish zippered pouch perfect for makeup, travel, or gifts.
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TSYO Side by Side with TSO
3-5 p.m. — Peristyle Theatre — Free entry — Support the next generation of musicians performing alongside the Toledo Symphony.
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Heartbeat of Toledo Annual Fundraising Banquet 2026
6-8 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Perrysburg — Reserve your seat — Support local families while enjoying dinner and inspiring stories.
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Kitten Shower Donation Drive
3-9 p.m. — Toledo Humane Society — Donations welcome — Help stock the Orphaned Kitten Nursery and support local cats in need during kitten season.
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Glass City Wranglers vs. Grove City Whitetails
6-9 p.m. — Glass City Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling professional basketball action along with engaging entertainment in downtown Toledo.
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Garden Brothers Nuclear Circus
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Franklin Park Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting night of thrilling circus performances and entertainment for all ages.
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