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28 events this week across Northwest Ohio
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2:00 PM · The Valentine Theatre
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Read the guideSylvania's well-known Triad of Trees sculpture could see restoration or replacement, raising questions about its future.
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WOODVILLE, Ohio — A small plane crashed Thursday afternoon in northeast Sandusky County, the Ohio State Highway Patrol has reported.
Source brief · The Blade: Local ·
A driver was driving on State Route 576 near Montpelier around 10 a.m. when they crossed the center line and hit two trees, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Source brief · 13abc ·
The crash happened Thursday afternoon near the intersection of U.S. 20 and U.S. 23, according to an official with OSHP's Fremont Post.
Source brief · WTOL 11 (CBS) ·
Sylvania Learning Express owner Rene Rusgo says meaningful gifts don't have to be expensive, a message at the heart of WTOL 11's Gift of Joy campaign.
Source brief · WTOL 11 (CBS) ·
Lucas County Sheriff Michael Navarre announced the location of the overnight OVI checkpoint, which is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13.
Source brief · WTOL 11 (CBS) ·Lucas County veterans can receive free help preparing estate documents, including a will, during a Nov. 13 event at the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission.
The damage at Rossford Nutrition was unexpected and found Thursday morning, according to a post on the business' Facebook page. The closure is until further notice.
An officer resigned after violating several department policies, a Toledo police spokesman said, including leaving a firearm in her vehicle, which was being driven by someone barred from having a weapon.
Makinnah Billegas resigned Oct. 28 following investigations involving a convicted felon, firearms and improper use of a law enforcement database.
Government
Toledo City Council is considering an ordinance that would give $5,000 to eligible privately owned businesses on Arlington Avenue between South Detroit Ave. and Spencer St. The businesses have been affected by long-term construction on the road.
Government
An elections official said a startup issue affected the cards used to access the machines.
Public safety
Marcus Deamicis was sentenced to prison for the crash that killed a bicyclist on New Year's Eve 2025.
Public safety
A 32-year-old man was shot in the leg while walking with a companion Wednesday afternoon.
Health
‘Code Forty 4′ connects first responders to wellness resources and works to reduce costs for families in need.
Health
The focus of Bionix is creating simple innovations that help solve everyday issues in the medical space
Education
Campus drives will collect hygiene essentials and gifts to support patients, local families and UToledo student parents.
Education
The Center for International Studies and Programs will mark International Education Week with an expo, a cultural food experience and international menus across campus.
Business
Toledo city council considers relief grants for businesses impacted by ongoing Arlington Avenue construction.
Business
Toledo has quite a history when it comes to manufacturing items that contributed to major events. “You are in a city that does things, that makes things, that’s not afraid to roll up its sleeves, get a little dirt and grease under its fingernails,” Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz
Tech & innovation
BOWLING GREEN — As the second annual Great Lakes AI Week began Tuesday morning on the Bowling Green State University campus, several speakers urged supporters of the industry to be wary of hype and make sure they have sufficient guardrails in place.
Tech & innovation
The College of Engineering hosted a tour highlighting academic programs, student opportunities and research innovations supporting a rapidly evolving mobility sector during last week's Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit.
Sports
Members of student veteran groups from Toledo and Bowling Green will march on Nov. 14, present game ball on game day on Nov. 20
Sports
Connor Walendzak and Adjatay Dabbs lead the offense with 100-yard games
Outdoors
The park is waiting on colder temperatures, and staff are working behind the scenes to get the ribbon ready for skating.
Outdoors
Enter for your chance to win a Behind the Scenes Tour Experience at the Toledo Zoo!
Arts & culture
For a Grand Rapids, Mich., couple, it all started at their local haunted house.
Arts & culture
Residents gathered during a Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday near the Tangeman Veterans Memorial on the campus of Heidelberg University.
Things to do
The second annual Great Lakes AI Week ended Thursday on the University of Toledo’s main campus, with some discussions that went beyond achieving more efficiency in the business world.
Things to do
A Woodward High School junior has won $1,000 for himself and $500 for his school by putting his artistic skills to work.
Regional news
The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help staff 31 Red Kettle locations across five northwest Ohio counties.
Regional news
Click on icons in the map to find details of reported crimes. For a full list of all reported crimes in Toledo this week, consult the table below.
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Innovation
BOWLING GREEN — As the second annual Great Lakes AI Week began Tuesday morning on the Bowling Green State University campus, several speakers urged supporters of the industry to be wary of hype and make sure they have sufficient guardrails in place.
Source: The Blade: Local ·
Innovation
The College of Engineering hosted a tour highlighting academic programs, student opportunities and research innovations supporting a rapidly evolving mobility sector during last week's Electric Vehicle Innovation Summit.
Source: University of Toledo + UTMC ·
Innovation
A year from now, Toledo-area residents will be a lot better equipped to know what’s in the air they breathe.
Source: The Blade: Local ·
