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Toledo
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on I-75 southbound blocked the 2 right lanes beyond SR-582 Middleton Pike—causing traffic delays. WTVG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Opera and Handmade Toledo—two local groups—will host Unmasking Carmen, a free event with a live performance and panel discussion about Bizet’s Carmen at 5:30 p.m. on Sept 30 at Handmade Toledo 1717 Adams St. The program will lead into a full production of Carmen at the Valentine Theatre on Oct 10 and Oct 12. Toledo City Paper
- ➤ The Paper is a new spinoff set in Toledo that follows a struggling local newspaper now owned by a conglomerate focused on a toilet paper brand—featuring an earnest editor named Ned and familiar local nods like Mud Hens gear and Tony Packo’s hot dogs. The show offers a fresh look at local journalism that fills the community with pride. Toledo City Paper
- ➤ Quenched and Tempered Brewery will debut its commemorative copper ale The Toledo Express—named for the ship’s regional nickname—on Nov. 7 to honor the Edmund Fitzgerald and its 29 lost crew members. The beer, designed to reflect Toledo’s brewing roots, will remain on tap through the Nov. 10 anniversary weekend. WTOL
- ➤ Kristine Pellizzari discussed the new 'Gogh & Create Studio' on Secor, a Nashville-style hat bar and art studio where locals can flex their creative side. WTOL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ USW is collecting food donations to support workers on strike in north Toledo — a local organization shows support at checkout lines. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Perrysburg school board members voted to cut high school busing and sports if the levy fails (Nov. 4) and will reduce the budget by $6 million, which may affect student programs. The Blade
- ➤ UToledo was ranked among the nation’s best colleges on the 2026 U.S. News list after moving up three spots to 293 of 434 national universities selected from over 2,600 schools. It ranks 159 among 225 public universities and is one of only two Ohio public schools to improve its rank — a rise linked to better peer assessments, graduation, and retention rates. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Toledo Public Schools has opened the new DeVilbiss Wellness Room at Toledo Technology Academy of Engineering and Toledo Pre-Medical and Health Science Academy—students can now use this facility to support their health. WTOL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Police Department received a $102,252 grant from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to address traffic safety issues in the city— the funds will help improve enforcement on risky roads. The Blade
- ➤ Ohio will enforce a new law that bans police and deputy citation and arrest quotas starting Sept. 30th—departments must no longer require officers to meet ticket or arrest targets. Law enforcement unions backed the law and instructed officers to report any quota practices to the Ohio Attorney General’s office. WTVG
- ➤ Toledo partnered with the Corps to secure $10M in waterline funding to protect tap water from threats such as algal blooms and climate change—officials said the project will improve water safety in the coming months. The Blade
- ➤ Blair Johnson, a political newcomer—one of 12 candidates running for six at-large Toledo City Council seats—says his focus is on community stabilization. WTOL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Susan G. Komen will host the Race for the Cure at Hensville Park on Sunday, Sept 28, with the event opening at 7 a.m. at Hope Village and including a Survivor Parade at 8:15 a.m. and a 5k and one-mile walk at 9:30 a.m.—the event will raise funds for those affected by breast cancer. WTVG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Toledo Women’s Rowing team competed in the Glass City Regatta at International Park on the Maumee River—winning all three events in their debut race. The community event hosted by the Toledo Rowing Foundation featured local, regional and club teams and marked a historic day for the Rockets’ athletic program. The University of Toledo
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Ohio Pint Day Celebration
4 PM — Earnest Brew Works Downtown — Special offers for early birds — Celebrate Ohio craft beer and enjoy exclusive pint glass giveaways.
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10th Annual Brain Aneurysm Event
5-9 p.m. — The ProMedica Steam Plant — Sponsorships available — Celebrate survivors and raise awareness for brain aneurysms with guest speakers and survivor stories.
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Toledo Oktoberfest 2025
4-10 p.m. — Whiskey Red Saloon — Beer and food — Celebrate Oktoberfest with a night of brews and live music in Toledo.
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2025 Cystic Fibrosis Color Walk
1-4 p.m. — 2980 North Glass Bowl Drive — Registration starts at $20 — Walk to raise awareness and funds for cystic fibrosis with vibrant colors and community spirit.
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Right to Wellness Workshop
6:30-8 p.m. — Sanger Branch Library — Free entry — Create a personalized wellness plan to enhance your life and prioritize self-care.
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Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
6-7:15 p.m. — ProMedica Neurosciences Center — Free entry — Connect with others and find support in a safe environment for those affected by MS and their families.
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Matt Axton Live Performance
8 PM – Midnight — The Village Idiot — Ticket prices not listed — Experience a night of Americana music with Matt Axton and his band Badmoon.
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Vampire Zombies From Space!
7-9 p.m. — Maumee Indoor Theater — Tickets available at the door — An over-the-top comedy that parodies 1950's horror films featuring Dracula and his army of vampire zombies.
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Bowling Green 4x4 Fest
10 AM – 6 PM — Wood County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Experience thrilling 4x4 competitions and community fun for all ages.
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