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Genoa band director Briann Edwards, recovering from a November brainstem stroke, received a $1,300 donation from Yark Automotive Group & 13abc.

His wife said the community support has been a lifeline as he continues therapy after more than 30 years in teaching.

Little Blessings, a program using horses to help veterans heal, will break ground next month on a new barn that expands its services in Toledo — a development set to support more veterans on their recovery journey.

Local donors raised over $28K to assist a deaf Toledo woman and her son who lost their home and $12K in a scam; they are staying in respite care as neighbors rally to help them recover.

Retired Genoa band director recovering from a stroke received a helping hand when his wife, Sarah Edwards, accepted a check on his behalf — she said the community’s financial and emotional support has been a lifeline.

Erin Holden learns photography and plein air painting at Toledo Botanical Garden with artists Chris Boesel and Aaron Bivins as part of the sixth episode of the WGTE Public Media and Metroparks collaboration.

The episode highlights creative inspiration and everyday connections with nature.

Washington Local Schools Superintendent Kristie Martin joined Action News Good Morning yesterday for the first full day of school in the 2026-2027 year + the new Whitmer Middle School was unveiled to mark a fresh start for the district.

A bulletin issued Monday reported that Western Lake Erie's algal bloom expanded to 480 square miles (its largest extent this summer).

A Bowling Green State University (BGSU) scientist found toxins from harmful algal blooms in air samples near Lake Erie.

The study raised concerns about local air quality and will prompt further research into the environmental impact.

OSHP is urging commercial drivers, construction haulers and transport companies to secure loads today as rising traffic has led to more incidents of falling debris on roads — troopers will inspect vehicles statewide to prevent hazards.

Health officials report that Lucas County has seen no new cyclosporiasis infections over the weekend — while 11 cases were confirmed across northwest Ohio since Friday.

Toledo volleyball set high hopes for the 2026 season after the team unveiled its 2025 MAC championship banner at Savage Arena Saturday (a moment that boosted confidence for upcoming matches).

Several northwest Ohio high school football teams performed under the lights last Friday + Swanton broke its long state losing streak during opening week.