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City of Bowling GreenGovernmentOct 8
City of Bowling Green Natural Gas Aggregation Program Update
Bowling Green will continue with IGS Energy of Dublin, OH as the supplier of natural gas to participants in its Natural Gas Aggregation Program.
Media
Toledo Free PressMediaOct 8
Waterville Fire honors 30-year volunteer
WATERVILLE – Robert Grogan Jr. may have hung up his Waterville Fire Department uniform, but his three decades with Station 77 will stay with him indefinitely. “It has been a […] The post Waterville Fire honors 30-year volunteer appeared first on Toledo Free Press .
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School to close in December 2026
The high school currently has an enrollment of 69 students.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
Jury finds Felisha Madison not guilty in Dakota Courington hit-and-run
Madison was found guilty of the lesser charge of lying to a peace officer following the 2024 crash that left Courington with permanent injuries.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
TFRD recovering body from Maumee River near International Park
The person's age and identity are not known at this time.
Jewish Federation of Greater ToledoCivicOct 8
Three years after October 7, the “Surge” is the new normal
Three years after the October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, Jewish Americans are still…
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
$1.7M settlement reached in Port Clinton fire department sexual harassment suit
In a statement, attorneys for the plaintiff said the monetary settlement reflects the severity of the harm suffered by their client throughout the ordeal.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
Hometown Spotlight: Findlay
Dietsch Brothers has been serving up sweets and dedication to the community for almost 90 years.
University of Toledo + UTMCEducationOct 8
UToledo Launches Rocket Research Acceleration Program to Fuel Growth
The new investment adds three pathways to help faculty turn promising ideas into nationally competitive research programs. The post UToledo Launches Rocket Research Acceleration Program to Fuel Growth first appeared on UToledo News .
University of Toledo + UTMCEducationOct 8
CAP Petting Zoo
Hosted by Campus Activities and Programming, the annual Homecoming Week event featured a menagerie of adorable animals for students to hold, pet and take selfies with. The post CAP Petting Zoo first appeared on UToledo News .
University of Toledo + UTMCEducationOct 8
Visiting Algebraic Geometry Expert to Present Shoemaker Lecture Series Oct. 14-16
Dr. Christopher Hacon studies geometric objects defined by polynomial equations as a Distinguished Professor and McMinn Presidential Endowed Chair in Mathematics at the University of Utah. The post Visiting Algebraic Geometry Expert to Present Shoemaker Lecture Series Oct. 14-16 first appeared on UToledo News .
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
Auto body shop, vehicle damaged by fire in west Toledo
Crews on the scene in the 3400 block of W. Alexis Road confirmed that one vehicle inside of Precision Auto Detailing was a total loss.
City of OregonGovernmentOct 8
Oregon Community Collection Day – Oct 17, 2026
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time: 9:30am-Noon Location: Oregon Municipal Complex The post Oregon Community Collection Day – Oct 17, 2026 first appeared on City of Oregon, Ohio .
Toledo Free PressMediaOct 8
Eggs & Issues: A data center discussion
ROSSFORD – A bright red sunrise greeted attendees of the Eggs & Issues fundraiser for the Toledo Free Press. Danny’s Cafe, 600 Dixie Hwy., hosted the event in Rossford, the […] The post Eggs & Issues: A data center discussion appeared first on Toledo Free Press .
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 8
Ohio Democratic candidates Amy Acton and Marcy Kaptur make ‘anti-transgender remarks,’ face backlash
Equality Ohio rated Kaptur a D and downgraded Acton to a B; Both have shown support for preventing transgender athletes from competing in women's, girls' sports.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 7
Ohio lawmakers propose statewide e-bike safety regulations
Ohio lawmakers proposed statewide e-bike safety legislation with age and registration requirements.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 7
Fremont mayor: Test results show water is safe to drink, identify source of earthy taste, smell
The mayor said the water's odd odor and smell come from the natural compound MIB, and that treatment methods had already begun while the city investigated the issue.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 7
U.S. Women’s Open coming to Inverness Golf Club in Toledo next summer
The U.S. Women’s Open will come to Inverness Golf Club in Toledo for the first women’s championship held at the club.
WTOL 11Regional newsOct 7
Sylvania resident urges city to address e-bike concerns, improve safety education
Concerns over e-bike use in Sylvania grow as a resident urges the city to address dim streetlights and educate riders.
Jewish Federation of Greater ToledoCivicOct 7
Remembering October 7th
We are overwhelmed by the emotions associated with this date, October 7th, three years…
Lucas CountyGovernmentOct 7
Terrance Scott
Press Release for Terrance Scott: On October 7, 2026, 37-year-old Terrance Scott was transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital from 1107 Campbell Street in Toledo
Toledo-Lucas County Health DepartmentGovernmentOct 7
TLCHD Closed for Columbus Day
In observance of Columbus Day, the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department is closed Monday, October 12. Normal business will resume on Tuesday, October 13, at 8:00 a.m.
University of Toledo AthleticsSportsOct 7
Armorion Smith Carries a Promise to His Family to Toledo
Toledo safety has overcome tremendous adversity, remained devoted to his family
City of PerrysburgGovernmentOct 7
Perrysburg Fall Leaf Collection Begins Oct. 19
Residents reminded of leaf placement guidelines and collection resources.
University of Toledo AthleticsSportsOct 7
Rockets Welcome Buffalo to Glass Bowl for Homecoming Game
Toledo eyeing its seventh consecutive Mid-American Conference victory
Toledo Free PressMediaOct 7
Classical schools cut screens, a return to old-fashioned learning
TOLEDO — For many school districts, the availability of one-to-one devices is an indicator of privilege, and that students have equal access to the latest technology to prepare them for […] The post Classical schools cut screens, a return to old-fashioned learning appeared first on Toledo Free Press .
City of Bowling GreenGovernmentOct 7
Spooks & Spokes Slow Roll Bike Ride to Have Halloween Theme
The City of Bowling Green’s Bicycle Safety Commission will host the final slow roll bike ride of the season with a Halloween twist. The ride, titled Spooks & Spokes, will be held Sunday, October 25th at 2:00 PM.
University of Toledo + UTMCEducationOct 7
Eat the Streets
A beautiful fall day provided the perfect backdrop for Tuesday’s annual Eat the Streets on Centennial Mall, as Rockets enjoyed a variety of area food truck options, including lunch, lemonade and desserts, as part of the weeklong celebration leading up to Saturday’s Homecoming events. The post Eat the Streets first appeared on UToledo News .
University of Toledo + UTMCEducationOct 7
Donations Needed for Rocket Thrift Shop Event on Nov. 4
Donations will be accepted until Oct. 27 at drop-off locations on Main Campus and Health Science Campus. The post Donations Needed for Rocket Thrift Shop Event on Nov. 4 first appeared on UToledo News .
City of PerrysburgGovernmentOct 6
Perrysburg Police Division Announces New E-Bike Registration Process
New registration process will help officers identify e-bikes permitted on the City’s shared-use paths.
City of Bowling GreenGovernmentOct 6
Leave the Leaves Community Partnership
The City of Bowling Green, Bowling Green Save Our Neighborhood Group, and the Bowling Green State University Environmental Service Club are partnering to educate and aid community members to switch their lawn care practices to a more sustainable choice.
City of MaumeeGovernmentOct 6
City-Wide Trick-or-Treating Takes Place October 31st
Several Halloween Happenings taking place in Maumee!
University of Toledo + UTMCEducationOct 6
Researcher Uses Lab-Grown Mini Brain Model to Study Epilepsy
A new federal grant supports Dr. Wei Niu’s study of a genetic change in lab-grown miniature brains and how it may contribute to a rare type of epilepsy. The post Researcher Uses Lab-Grown Mini Brain Model to Study Epilepsy first appeared on UToledo News .
City of Bowling GreenGovernmentOct 6
Bowling Green Human Relations Commission Announces Grant Opportunity
The Bowling Green Human Relations Commission (HRC) is pleased to announce the opening of its grant application window. Applications will be accepted Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, 2026.
Media
Toledo Free PressMediaOct 6
Limited Home Rule meetings set
MONCLOVA TOWNSHIP – Limited Home Rule public meetings, speeding tickets at the Albon and Salisbury roundabout and fire department purchases were among the topics covered during a 21-minute Monclova Township […] The post Limited Home Rule meetings set appeared first on Toledo Free Press .
Toledo Free PressMediaOct 6
Strange Shapes at Maumee Indoor Theater
TOLEDO – It was August last year when Ansley Hendrix got some exciting news. “My mom was driving me home from the grocery store,” Hendrix recalled. “My twin sister, Maddie, […] The post Strange Shapes at Maumee Indoor Theater appeared first on Toledo Free Press .
O-I GlassBusinessOct 5
O-I Glass Announces Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
PERRYSBURG, Ohio, Oct. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) has scheduled its third quarter 2026 conference call and webcast for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 8 a.m. EDT. The Company’s news release for the third quarter 2026 earnings will be issued after the market closes on Tuesday, October 27. What: O-I […] The post O-I Glass Announces Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call and Webcast appeared first on O-I .
City of MaumeeGovernmentOct 5
Fire Hydrant Flushing & Testing Underway
Residents may notice temporary water discoloration during flushing.
City of Bowling GreenGovernmentOct 5
Wood County Health Department Provides Update on Measles Investigation
Please see the important announcement from our community partner, the Wood County Health Department.
City of MaumeeGovernmentOct 5
Free Community Screening of The Extraordinary Caterpillar
Enjoy the free documentary while also speaking with representatives from local partnering organizations with information about natural habitats in our region.

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