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Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ OhioGuidestone is hosting its second annual holiday shop where caregivers will shop for gifts for families facing financial challenges & needing holiday assistance. The event will help ensure children do not miss out on a Christmas gift. The Blade
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Federal funds for Ohio’s MEP programs were frozen on Dec. 5, forcing the Center for Innovative Food Technology to lay off most staff on Dec. 14 and impacting 20 businesses; local groups provided short-term funds to keep its cooperative kitchen open, though its future remains uncertain & many owners worry. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Residents along Devils Hole Road in Wood County say new data centers in Bowling Green are causing changes (sparking concerns about local infrastructure). Local developers plan to address these issues in upcoming meetings. The Blade
- ➤ Annin Flagmakers in Coshocton is producing 67,000 American flags each week ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy. The Ohio firm, known for its long tradition of flag craftsmanship, supports Team USA as its athletes prepare to compete. WTOL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Kwanzaa House will celebrate its 60th anniversary of Kwanzaa with events at the Frederick Douglass Center & honor African-American culture during the festivities. The Blade
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FirstEnergy, the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel and consumer advocates announced an agreement that would offer $276 million in consumer restitution plus $20 million to help low-income households with utility bills and weatherization support—in a plan pending Commission approval; the settlement follows a November order related to House Bill 6. Spectrum News 1
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Junction Coalition and local partners hosted a lead screening and toy giveaway at Nexus Health Care on Saturday, where parents learned that children must be screened for lead exposure before receiving free toys (a new step to safeguard kids’ health). The Blade
- ➤ Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kara Wente announced today a $5 million grant for pediatric cancer research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The funding will support studies at recipients (Cincinnati Children’s, Cleveland Clinic, Dayton Children’s, Maple Tree Cancer Alliance, and Nationwide) to improve early cancer detection and treatment for children. Toledo Legal News
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Health urges Toledo residents to get their RSV, flu and updated COVID-19 vaccines this respiratory virus season; older adults and those at risk should consult providers for guidance. Toledo Legal News
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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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Toledo Rockets Women's Basketball vs. Western Michigan Broncos Women's Basketball
2-6 p.m. — John F. Savage Arena — Check for ticket prices — Catch exciting women's college basketball action as the Rockets take on the Broncos.
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The Glass City Crown 2026
3:00 AM – 2:59 AM — Glass City Center — In-person competition — Witness thrilling performances at Toledo’s premier cheerleading event.
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Jessica Secrest - Of Course It's Good!
6:30 p.m. — Toledo School For the Arts — Ticket information not specified — Celebrate the release of 'Of Course It's Good!' with Jessica Secrest, the creator of @applesauceandadhd.
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Dinosaur World Live
7-9 p.m. — Valentine Theatre — Tickets $15-$20 — Experience a thrilling, sensory-friendly adventure with life-like dinosaurs on stage.
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