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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Teamsters Local 20 donated hundreds of toys to WTOL 11’s Gift of Joy toy drive that has collected thousands of gifts for LCCS kids; community members have one week to support the drive. WTOL
- ➤ Toledo Edison crews are investigating power outages in Whitehouse and Swanton after the Anthony Wayne School District reported that Whitehouse Primary School remains without power (affecting about 5,000 customers) while other schools have restored power. WTVG
- ➤ The Lenawee County Department on Aging is calling for volunteer drivers to help deliver 1,300 meals a day to homebound seniors and senior centers. The recruitment is urgent as regular volunteers face health and family issues, and interested residents may call the department for flexible shifts. WTVG
- ➤ Two local viewers donated 12 bicycles to children in the care of Lucas County Children Services during the WTOL 11 Downtown Gift Drop (Gift of Joy Downtown Gift Drop 2025). This community gesture supports kids in need. WTOL
- ➤ The Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio will host a free Christmas Day luncheon from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 25 at the East Toledo Senior Center with meals provided by Mobile Meals of Toledo (RSVP by Dec. 17 required). WTVG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill announced plans to open a new store in Sylvania in 2026. Additional details (including the exact location and features) will be provided as they become available. WTVG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Museum of Art will close several galleries, including the Great Gallery, on Dec. 15 as part of a reinstallation project to upgrade its HVAC system and refresh gallery layouts. The closures will continue every six months until all galleries reopen in 2027 (the museum is planning new accessible features). Toledo Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West Centennial Drive will be closed Dec. 17 to Dec. 26 for cooling tower work on Memorial Field House, affecting access to Carlson Library and Thompson Student Union. Drivers needing deliveries should enter through the east gate by the Health and Human Services Building and exit by Memorial Field House. The University of Toledo
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Lottery officials reported that although no one claimed the $930 million jackpot on Dec.10, two Ohio tickets won $50,000 + thousands of others received smaller prizes. The jackpot climbs to $1 billion for tomorrow’s drawing at 10:59 p.m. with a cash option of $461.3 million. WTOL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials from the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission announced a 2.7% toll increase starting Jan. 1, 2026, with E-ZPass users charged 7.3 cents per mile and cash/credit users 10.6 cents, while commercial vehicles see similar adjustments (tolls remain among the lowest nationally despite rising highway costs). WTVG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rodney Osterhout from Toledo and Carl Thomasson from Walbridge waited months for medical footwear from A1C Care Center on Central Avenue after being fitted earlier this year through Medicare. Osterhout still awaits his pair while Thomasson received incorrect insoles (their experience shows ongoing supply issues and mixed updates). WTVG
- ➤ Campbell underwent an in-office ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release at UToledo Health in late November, returning to work within days (a far shorter recovery than traditional surgery). The University of Toledo
- ➤ Food insecurity is growing among seniors, and local food aid groups (community volunteers and organizations) are struggling to meet rising needs. A Toledo group is asking neighbors for support to help those at risk. WTVG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grey Burnett, a top high-school wrestler from Perrysburg known for his dad's coaching + strong family tradition, recently committed to Penn State as he continues his advancing career built on early passion and state titles. His path from playing with toys to top competition marks a milestone in local sports. WTOL
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Toledo Ballet - The Nutcracker
2-3:30 p.m. — The Stranahan — Tickets available — Celebrate 85 years of a beloved holiday tradition with a magical performance of The Nutcracker.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
1-2:30 p.m. — Huntington Center — Starting at $24.00 — Experience the enchanting worlds of Frozen and Encanto brought to life on ice with dazzling performances.
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Cindy Kaza Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — $78 — Experience a night of laughs with Cindy Kaza at this local comedy venue.
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Toledo Paint and Sip Party – Christmas Joy
6-9 p.m. — Real Seafood Company Toledo — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a festive painting session featuring a cheerful cardinal and holiday designs.
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Chloe & Connor at Sebastiano's Italiano
5:30-8 p.m. — Sebastiano's Italiano — Reservations required — Enjoy a night of music from Chloe & the Steel Strings as they debut their album 'Burn Bright'.
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& Juliet
7:30-9 p.m. — The Stranahan — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical twist on the iconic love story that celebrates love and new beginnings.
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Holiday Series: Walleye vs. Heartlanders
1-7 p.m. — Huntington Center — Stream on FloHockey — Catch the Iowa Heartlanders take on the Toledo Walleye in an exciting hockey showdown.
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Run Santa Run 5K - Perrysburg
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Second Sole — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the season with a festive 5K run surrounded by holiday cheer.
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It's a Wonderful Life - Free Movie Night
7-9:10 p.m. — Maumee Indoor Theater — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a heartwarming screening of a classic film about hope and kindness.
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Walleye Hockey Game vs Wheeling Nailers
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Huntington Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Toledo Walleye as they aim for a win at home following the holiday season.
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