Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
Good morning, Toledo.
The Ability Center will expand its campus to provide additional resources for local residents.
The change will meet growing community needs while continuing a long tradition of support.
Thirteen residents (seven adults and six children) lost nearly all their belongings when a fire destroyed The Pines apartment complex in west Toledo.
The affected families are now turning to the community for help.
Stephen Zenner of Toledo Works talked with Mike Vanderpool of Anthony Wayne Innovations and Justin Beaudry of Toledo Codes about the evolving 419 tech scene, highlighting the downtown Innovation Corridor and tech education efforts.
The episode shows how local tech is growing in our community today.
The University of Toledo Department of Art will host two lectures on HIV/AIDS at Haigh Auditorium (MOTA campus).
The first lecture with Dr. Duggan and Susan Carter is set for March 26 at 1:30 p.m., and the second event on April 16 will include a film screening by Holly Hey.
The Debbie Franceus Memorial Aviation Foundation has awarded 31 scholarships to women aspiring to fly over the past 2.5 years and will offer 20 additional scholarships in 2026.
A free six-week educational program for seniors begins April 15 at the Perrysburg Senior Center with sessions on Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. until May 20 (registration by calling 419-874-0847; participants get refreshments and a gift card upon completion).
The Perrysburg Schools Board is expected to vote Tuesday night to appoint Michael J.
Acomb as superintendent with his contract starting August 1; he will soon begin a listening tour (he previously served at Solon City Schools) to meet staff, students, and community members.
Anthony Wayne High School will add AP Computer Science A and Generals Athletic Performance next school year after the Anthony Wayne Board of Education approved the courses on March 10.
The new options give students hands-on learning in coding and athletic training.
South Toledo residents face ongoing disruptions on Arlington Avenue as the city extends sewer repairs and road reconstruction through 2028 after sinkholes and leaks caused major issues; a public meeting is set on March 31 from 6-7 p.m. at Bowsher High School.
Mike Damschroder suffered a stroke and was rushed to the University of Toledo Medical Center on Thursday before his wedding - hospital staff ensured he made it to the ceremony safely.
Registration is open for Hospice of Northwest Ohio’s summer day camp for grieving kids and teens ages 6-15.
The camp will offer support and healing during the summer (details available locally) as families prepare for this unique experience.
Fourteen Toledo football graduates and invitees ran drills at the Pro Day held Monday at Fetterman Training Center as NFL scouts from all 32 teams observed their skills.
Running back Chip Trayanum and safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren aimed to impress ahead of the NFL Draft.
The Mid-American Conference announced the full 2026 football schedules — Toledo opens its season Saturday, Sept.
5 against Michigan State while hosting Bowling Green for the Battle of I-75 on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the Glass Bowl. The league release details all matchups for both teams this season.
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.
Walking Down Main Concert
7-10 p.m. — Frankie's Toledo — Tickets available — Enjoy an uplifting evening with live music featuring Walking Down Main's heartfelt compositions.
Glass City Wranglers Basketball Game
7-10 p.m. — Glass City Center — Tickets vary — Experience fast-paced professional basketball with family-friendly entertainment and food options.
Bloomington Bison at Toledo Walleye
5:15-6:15 p.m. — Huntington Center — Free for kids 12 & under — Celebrate Kids Takeover Night with mascots, giveaways, and a postgame open skate.
Glass City Wranglers vs. Hamilton Huskers
6-9 p.m. — Glass City Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the fast-paced action as the Wranglers face off against the Huskers in a lively basketball game.
The Paxton-Spangler Band Performance
7-10:30 p.m. — TolHouse — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of live music from lifelong friends and talented musicians RJ Spangler and Tbone Paxton.
Toledo Mud Hens vs. St. Paul Saints
4:05 – 5:05 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — $17.00 - $24.97 — Watch thrilling minor league baseball action as the Mud Hens face off against the Saints.
Mainstream and The Family with Special Guest Hollow
8 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. — The Switchboard — Free entry — Enjoy an epic night of original hip-hop, reggae, funk, and dreamy alt rock from talented local bands.
ThunderBeard: A Tribute to ZZ Top
7-9 p.m. — Maumee Indoor Theater — Tickets start at $20 — Enjoy an electrifying tribute featuring classic hits from
Bailey Zimmerman: Different Night Same Rodeo Tour 2026
7-9 p.m. — Huntington Center — Ticketed event — Experience country music star Bailey Zimmerman live for a night of high-energy music.
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