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Toledo
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen Action News anchors and reporters will support the Salvation Army Red Kettle drive at the Kroger on Reynolds Road in Maumee tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., as donations are meant to help local families with food + shelter. WTVG
- ➤ Local experts advised Toledo residents to check online holiday deals carefully as scammers used fake websites to lure buyers (WTVG report from Dec. 15). Shoppers are urged to verify site authenticity before purchasing. WTVG
- ➤ Bereaved families gathered at Toledo Children's Memorial on Jackman Road today to honor lost children as Compassionate Friends of Northwest Ohio organizes a worldwide candle lighting event at 7 p.m. The support group meets monthly at Soma City Church (4621 Glendale Ave) for further assistance. WTVG
- ➤ Toledo police officer Morgan Schumann, a former student of Anthony Wayne Jr. High, credits a school resource officer for inspiring her law enforcement career. Her story shows how local mentorship drives service in the community. WTVG
- ➤ St. Francis de Sales students delivered hundreds of books to children at Gesu during their 9th annual advent book drive (with some students reading to younger kids) to celebrate the season. WTOL
- ➤ The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign is in its final 10 days as Christmas nears. Local donors are encouraged to contribute at designated collection spots (see local listings) to support those in need. WTOL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Allegiant celebrates its 20th anniversary of flights today at Toledo Express Airport — a milestone that highlights two decades of connecting local passengers with reliable service. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Anthony Wayne Board meeting on Dec. 8, outgoing member Shellie McKnight said goodbye before her Dec. 31 resignation and urged support for public education, warning of threats to its funding. The board will appoint her replacement between Jan. 10 and 30 after reviewing 25 applications. Toledo Free Press
- ➤ After a dog attack near Whiteford Elementary, district officials apologized and pledged new safety and communication measures at Monday night’s school board meeting; the dog’s owners plan to surrender the animal Tuesday (update pending from the district). WTVG
- ➤ On Monday, Yark Subaru employees delivered nearly 150 brand new books to third, seventh, and eighth graders at Kaiser Elementary (to boost classroom reading). The donation will support the school’s reading initiative. WTOL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Mike DeWine, the Ohio Department of Transportation, the Ohio Traffic Safety Office and the Ohio Department of Aging have teamed up to answer older driver safety questions with free driving classes and evaluation options — aiming to help older drivers maintain confidence and safety on the road. Toledo Legal News
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Commerce announced that Ohio won the unclaimed funds challenge, staging 395,000 online searches versus Michigan's 346,000 to help residents claim money owed to them; the state’s system is available 24/7 (with claims open for 10 years) for anyone to check for funds. Toledo Legal News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PIRG released a report yesterday that warns of unexpected responses from some AI toys, which could disturb children. Researchers found these toys may give unpredictable answers + prompt concerns for parents to monitor play. WTVG
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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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Jean Holden for Lucille's 4th Anniversary Celebration
7:15-10:15 p.m. — Lucille's Jazz Lounge — Check event page for details — Celebrate four years of live music with a performance by Toledo's own Jean Holden.
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Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Huntington Center — Cost varies — Experience a century of jaw-dropping basketball skills and outrageous fun with the legendary Globetrotters.
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Miami (OH) RedHawks vs Bowling Green State Falcons Men's Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Stroh Center — $3 — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup between two in-state rivals.
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Midnight Special 5K
11:45 PM – 5:45 AM — Patron Saints Brewery — Registration fee applies — Celebrate New Year's with a unique race that lets you run into the next year!
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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