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Toledo
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Students Demand Action held a gun violence prevention forum Wednesday night with City Council candidates and community members to address local safety concerns. Teen co-chair Tyvaughn Barnes said the discussion came after recent incidents and aimed to guide efforts to reduce gun-related harm — the event marked a push for change in neighborhoods. WTVG
- ➤ A cat rescue caring for up to 250 animals nearly lost its money when Northwestern Water and Sewer District charged nearly $3,000 instead of the usual $90 water bill — a billing error that drained its funds — and the refund check is ready for pickup today. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ohio officials warned that carfentanil—a deadly synthetic opioid 100 times stronger than fentanyl—was found in 199 items from 46 counties this year, and a Fairfield seizure that needed several doses of narcan raised concerns over the new drug cychlorphine. Spectrum News 1
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Lucas County Public Library will host Alyson Stoner on Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Main Library to discuss their memoir, Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything, which tells of their journey from Toledo to Hollywood and their work in advocacy (Stoner is a New York Times best-selling author and serves on the SAG-AFTRA board). This event offers the community a chance to hear firsthand about the challenges and successes that shaped a local talent into a noted author and mental health practitioner. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ New Concepts Behavioral Health has placed support staff in 15 Toledo Public Schools to help students cope with trauma from the opioid crisis. The case managers work at schools like Leverette Elementary to offer guidance and practical help to students and their families. WTVG
- ➤ Anthony Wayne Board of Education members Kyle Miller and Mike Stamm are running unopposed for four-year terms as they plan to replace a departing member; applications for the open board seat are due Nov. 3 — the board will vote on the replacement on Dec. 8 while also preparing for upcoming retirements of the treasurer and superintendent. Both members stress listening to community voices to address issues such as bullying, low parent engagement, and rising costs. Toledo Free Press
- ➤ UToledo Online will host a week of events from November 3 to November 7 to celebrate National Distance Learning Week where students, faculty and staff will explore online education and learn best practices. Monday will kick off with a prize wheel event at Thompson Student Union and later sessions will honor faculty, Blackboard and online learners—some sessions will require registration. The University of Toledo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ University of Toledo researchers worked in early June at the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge to set up nearly 300 sensors on a 16-acre site—measuring soil, water and plant data to study how freshwater coasts respond to flooding. They will use this data to improve models and plan a controlled flood experiment in summer 2027. Toledo Legal News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents opposing ODOT’s plan to widen I-475 met at One Government Center and raised concerns about how the project may hurt local homes and the environment—hoping political leaders will address the issues soon. WTOL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ability Center partnered with First Tee to launch All Access Golf, a new adaptive sports initiative that makes golf accessible for adults with disabilities. An open house will be held on Oct.25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First Tee (4700 Hill Avenue) (open to participants 18+), and the series will officially begin in spring. WTVG
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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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RealTalkTv Halloween Bash
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Palace — Fun vibes — Enjoy a night of costumes, music, and entertainment headlined by Raq Baby.
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Murder Mystery Dinner
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Spaghetti Warehouse — Dinner included — Experience Ohio's best murder mystery party with live audience participation and a delicious meal.
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Carpe Diem Epilepsy Run
9 – 11 AM — Swan Creek Preserve Metropark — Registration required — Lace up for a 5K run and 3K walk to support the Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio.
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Hayley Williams Listening Party
6-7 p.m. — Culture Clash Records — Free exclusive posters and wristbands — Celebrate the release of Ego Death at a special EGO NITE with Hayley Williams.
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