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Toledo
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brown Bag Food Project in Bowling Green faced food shortages after funding cuts reduced its ability to stock shelves, and the organization needed community help. Yark Automotive group donated $1,300 to help buy meat, dairy, eggs and hygiene products — support that comes as the pantry works to serve families each month. WTVG
- ➤ Johnston Fruit Farms will host its Apples for Everyone event on Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—volunteers will pick apples to be donated to local food banks and help set up games, live music, and snacks for a family-friendly day. Participants can sign up in advance or join as walk-ins to give back by sharing their time. Toledo Free Press
- ➤ Toledo City Council approved New Covenant Church’s project to transform an old building in north Toledo into the New Step Family Center, which will expand the church’s aid programs including outreach at Spring Elementary and food bank help—work is underway that will have the center open next spring. WTVG
- ➤ The Reynolds Corners Rotary Club will host a fundraising luncheon on October 21 at Epiphany Lutheran Church from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.—aiming to raise $2,500 for Schmucker’s employees affected by the August fire—and all proceeds will help cover their bills until the restaurant reopens. WTVG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ridge and River is opening its second northwest Ohio location in Perrysburg's Levis Commons shopping center at 4170 Levis Way — shown between Lily's and Blue Pacific Grill—and the store, which first opened downtown in May 2023, is expected to open in November. WTOL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Museum of Art is hosting Glass Harvest — a display that looks like a pumpkin patch made of glass — as part of its creative art program, with Heather Blankenship explaining the project on Good Day on WTOL 11. The exhibit shows how art can transform everyday ideas into striking visual installations. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UToledo announced that new Michigan undergraduates starting in Fall 2026 will pay in-state tuition like Ohioans, saving about $4,680 per semester+ the program, which began in Monroe County+ now covers all Michigan students. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Laila Fitzpatrick, an alum of the Y.E.S. program, celebrated her white coat ceremony in August at UToledo as she works toward a pharmacy degree and a minor in business administration—she said the program helped her build networking skills. The program, started in 2017 with Toledo Public Schools, has placed about 120 students in college and now hosts career workshops and employer visits to prepare high schoolers for future opportunities. The University of Toledo
- ➤ UToledo’s Board of Trustees approved an online master’s degree in forensic toxicology that will be offered in Fall 2026 pending approval from the Ohio Department of Higher Education—making it the first program of its kind in Ohio. The University of Toledo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lucas County Child Protection Task Force has identified eight urgent areas and split into groups—meeting Wednesday night to set goals for two of them. The team will complete its work and issue a final report by summer 2026. WTVG
- ➤ The Rossford Fire Department no longer struggles with staffing and is hiring more full-time firefighters today — Fire Chief Richard Syroka said this change will help meet growing community needs. WTOL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On September 22, Dr. Dionis Kononov— a UToledo Health psychiatrist— explained that researchers were studying how leaded gasoline’s legacy may contribute to dementia. The University of Toledo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Berger’s Old Tyme Bar & Grille in Toledo is a Miracle Mile staple owned by Elaine Heiss since 1993. Today, general manager Kevin Plueard demonstrates how to make the All-American Burger — piled high with five slices of bacon — while patrons sample a build-your-own burger, a Reuben, a breakfast sandwich, and the specialty Toledo Original, THE LENNY. WTVG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Toledo women's rowing team competed on Saturday at the Glass City Regatta, marking its first-ever event—its debut for the program in a local competition. The University of Toledo
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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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