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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, more than 27,000 toys were distributed to local children through the Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive in Toledo. The initiative (co-hosted by the Salvation Army and Marines’ Toys for Tots) allowed parents to choose personalized gifts for their kids. WTVG
- ➤ The YWCA is receiving the highest number of calls in years even though calls usually dip during the holidays (the director of victim services noted that abuse persists year-round). WTOL
- ➤ Empowered Wellness Foundation and community partners are hosting a winter coat giveaway for adults and children on Dec. 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Wayman Palmer YMCA on Bancroft Street (items will be given on a first-come-first-served basis). WTVG
- ➤ Great Lakes Santas are delivering support at Nuestra Gente Community Center as the 8th annual Feliz Navidad celebration and distribution is set for Monday; residents may visit for assistance while supplies last (no registration is needed). WTOL
- ➤ The Toledo Federation of Teachers donated hundreds of toys to children cared for by Lucas County Children Services – a Gift of Joy initiative supporting local families. WTOL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Will-Power OH LLC filed for a natural gas power plant facility, Apollo Power Generation Facility, to be built next to the Meta site under construction+ the project is aimed at bolstering power for local data center operations. WTOL
- ➤ Cinnabon will open at Center Court in Franklin Park Mall on Monday at 11 a.m. The new bakery, Toledo’s only standalone location, will offer a free Minibon to the first 50 guests (a special launch treat) as it seeks to bring new energy to the mall. WTOL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Ohio officials approved 17 projects expected to create 2,347 jobs and boost over $148 million in new annual payroll, with major developments in Clyde (Whirlpool), Marion, and other northwest Ohio communities while attracting more than $1.1B in private investment. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UToledo’s Interprofessional Immersive Simulation Center earned top recognition as it was accredited by both the American College of Surgeons and the Society for Simulation in Healthcare — joining fewer than a dozen centers worldwide. The University of Toledo
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Tax season changes include updated standard deduction rates and revised tax brackets that will affect residents—reviewing the new guidelines early can help prepare for filing returns. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal agents are launching the Fentanyl Free America initiative in Toledo as law enforcement targets emerging drug supply chains and warns families to talk with children about the dangers of buying pills online + counterfeit drugs. Officials say the effort will focus on disrupting routes and protecting local communities. WTVG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local woman, speaking anonymously, shared her struggle with addiction after losing her father to an overdose, saying stigma once labeled her family as the black sheep. She credits New Concepts Behavioral Health with helping her begin recovery. WTVG
- ➤ Dr. Eltahawy (a UToledo Health cardiovascular specialist) said weather, stress and holiday overindulgence contributed to a spike in heart attack deaths on Dec. 16. He advises families to discuss health histories during the winter holidays. The University of Toledo
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Multiple local restaurants will be open on Christmas Day to ease holiday meal planning. Venues like iHop and Kickstand Saloon offer varied dining hours (check local details) to help residents enjoy a stress-free holiday meal. Toledo City Paper
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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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