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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Helping Hands of St. Louis will host its Winter Coat Fest on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its clothing center on Sixth Street—families in need may pick up a free coat, and volunteers can set up Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. WTVG
- ➤ On Wednesday, the City of Toledo celebrated the opening of Inez Nash Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $2.5 million project that is reviving the Warren-Sherman neighborhood. The park offers walking trails, playgrounds, and accessible spaces for all ages— and it will add a basketball court with a mural in spring. Spectrum News 1
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stellantis announced a new midsize truck that will be built at the Toledo Jeep plant and join the Gladiator and Wrangler — the $400M investment is expected to add 900 jobs and production will begin in 2028. WTVG
- ➤ Transport Services opened its third Toledo location on Oct. 16th to offer local customers additional transport options; the new branch is part of the company’s expansion strategy. WTVG
- ➤ American Electric Power closed on a $1.6 billion loan guarantee from the U.S. Department of Energy to update nearly 5,000 transmission lines in several states — including 76 projects in Ohio that will replace 2,122 lines serving 1.5 million customers, with the upgrades expected to save customers $275 million and create 1,100 construction jobs. Spectrum News 1
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Museum of Art opened a bold exhibition — Infinite Images: The Art of Algorithms — on October 16 at 11 a.m. at 2445 Monroe Street, where art meets math and machine logic; it runs through November 30 and features interactive installations and screen-based works. Toledo City Paper
- ➤ Some Toledo restaurants are known to be haunted and show signs like moving objects and strange sounds that give diners a chill. A local guide lists spots such as Spaghetti Warehouse and Tony Packo’s — where history stays alive and eerie events occur — inviting curious guests to check out a spooky dining experience. Toledo City Paper
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On October 16th, President James Holloway led his inauguration ceremony and shared his plan to strengthen education, research and health services in our community. His vision includes Advantage Toledo, Innovate Toledo and Healthy Toledo—each aimed at creating more student opportunities, boosting research investments and increasing local health care support. The University of Toledo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The United States is seeing a fracking boom as record oil production in 2023 spurs companies to move into Ohio and Michigan — local lawmakers are working on measures to stop the expansion. The efforts reflect growing concerns about how new fracking projects may affect communities. WTVG
- ➤ The City of Rossford closed part of Superior Street on October 16 to repair a major water main break — crews worked throughout the day to fix the issue, and officials said repairs will continue until it is completed. WTVG
- ➤ Residents in Lucas and northern Wood Counties can get a free ride to the polls from Toledo Jobs with Justice’s Ride to the Polls program, which runs from Oct. 4 through Nov. 4 and is non-partisan. Voters needing help with transportation or voting assistance will be picked up and supported by trained drivers—ensuring every voter has proper access—without cost. Toledo Free Press
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GCH 22nd Urban Line Dance Anniversary Weekend
11:00 AM - 11:30 PM — St Clement Hall — From $71.21 — Celebrate with a vibrant weekend of urban line dancing and themed parties for the 22nd anniversary of the Glass City Hustlers.
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S'mores Date Night
6-9 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — $30 — Roast s'mores over the fire while enjoying a board game bliss with your partner.
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Chess Night
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — Free entry — Engage in a friendly chess competition hosted by a local community group.
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Adult Aerial Silks Class
6:45-8 p.m. — Collingwood Arts Center Inc — No experience needed — Explore the fundamentals of aerial silks in a playful and creative environment while building strength and flexibility.
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Prophetic Fire: Releasing God’s Kingdom Conference
10 AM - 7 PM — Holiday Inn & Suites Toledo Southwest — Free entry — Experience training and impartation to release prophetic fire and make an impact for Jesus.
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Toledo 3rd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Perrysburg — Free entry — A gathering to support and provide resources for caregivers in the Toledo community.
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Falling Leaves 8 Miler and 5K
9 AM – 1 PM — Secor Metropark — Registration fees vary — Experience the beauty of autumn with a scenic 8 miler and 5K run.
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Maritime Career Day 2025
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — National Museum of the Great Lakes — Free entry — Explore diverse maritime career opportunities with industry professionals and engage in interactive activities.
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Ethan Timm Live at Buffalo Rock Brewing Company
6-10 p.m. — Buffalo Rock Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful rock music with Ohio's own Ethan Timm.
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Halloween 48 Hour Competition Films
8-9 p.m. — Bowling Green State University — Costume contest entry — Enjoy spooky films and showcase your Halloween costume skills.
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