http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:40:08 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/music-theater-dance/2026/08/29/photo-gallery-play-music-porch-day/stories/20260829092 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/music-theater-dance/2026/08/29/photo-gallery-play-music-porch-day/stories/20260829092#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:32:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/music-theater-dance/2026/08/29/photo-gallery-play-music-porch-day/stories/20260829092 Residents gathered Saturday for Play Music on the Porch Day at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. Liza Metz, foreground, participates in Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. From left, Toni Baird and Eleanor Killam participate in Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. Kendra Redway participates in Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. Evelyn Schmidt, 8, plays the drums at Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. From left, Cheryl Johnson and Kendra Redway participate in Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. Jo Stace, right, participates in Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. Lucas Guynup, 13, plays the violin during Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. Lucas Guynup, 13, plays them violin during Play Music on the Porch Day on Aug. 29 at the Pavilion at Common Space in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/08/29/farnsworth-metropark-hosting-river-exploration-families/stories/20260829090 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/08/29/farnsworth-metropark-hosting-river-exploration-families/stories/20260829090#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:17:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/08/29/farnsworth-metropark-hosting-river-exploration-families/stories/20260829090 Young adventurers can explore and catch critters in the shallow Maumee River at Farnsworth Metropark on Thursday. Margaret Proulx photographs the partial demolition of the Roche de Boeuf Bridge from Farnsworth Metropark in Waterville on Aug. 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/29/briggs-bowling-green-safety-kal-el-pascal-superman-name/stories/20260829084 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/29/briggs-bowling-green-safety-kal-el-pascal-superman-name/stories/20260829084#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:21:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/29/briggs-bowling-green-safety-kal-el-pascal-superman-name/stories/20260829084 BOWLING GREEN — I’m no expert on the NCAA rulebook, but I’m pretty sure Bowling Green just found quite the loophole. Bowling Green's Kal-El Pascal celebrates an interception in a game last season. (From left) Bowling Green's Kal-El Pascal and MJ Cannon tackle Kent State's Da'Shawn Martin as the Golden Flashes host the Falcons at Dix Stadium in Kent, Ohio, on Oct. 25. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/08/29/pulitzer-winning-columnist-author-lecture/stories/20260829082 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/08/29/pulitzer-winning-columnist-author-lecture/stories/20260829082#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:14:06 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/community-events/2026/08/29/pulitzer-winning-columnist-author-lecture/stories/20260829082 The University of Toledo will host Thomas Friedman, an international journalist and author, for a talk on economics, technology, and geopolitics. Thomas Friedman Thomas Friedman is a best-selling author, New York Times foreign affairs columnist and Pulitzer Prize winner. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/29/delpiombo-bgsu-volleyball-holding-mac-title-aspirations/stories/20260829080 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/29/delpiombo-bgsu-volleyball-holding-mac-title-aspirations/stories/20260829080#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:13:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/08/29/delpiombo-bgsu-volleyball-holding-mac-title-aspirations/stories/20260829080 BOWLING GREEN — There’s a mix of calm and clarity for Bowling Green State University volleyball coach Alex DelPiombo in her second year leading the team. Bowling Green head coach Alex DelPiombo yells to her players during the Battle of I-75 volleyball game at the University of Toledo’s Savage Arena in Toledo on Oct. 7. Bowling Green’s Amanda Otten sets the ball during women’s college volleyball game between Bowling Green State University and the University of Toledo at BGSU’s Stroh Center in Bowling Green on Oct. 28. Bowling Green’s Avery Hobson hits the ball during the Battle of I-75 volleyball game at the University of Toledo’s Savage Arena in Toledo on Oct. 7. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/08/29/two-motorcyclists-killed-tiffin-crash/stories/20260829081 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/08/29/two-motorcyclists-killed-tiffin-crash/stories/20260829081#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 16:11:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/police-fire/2026/08/29/two-motorcyclists-killed-tiffin-crash/stories/20260829081 TIFFIN — Two Fremont residents were killed in a motorcycle crash near Tiffin on Friday afternoon. https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/08/29/colorado-river-plan-cut-water-amid-drought-brings-uncertainty/stories/20260829079 https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/08/29/colorado-river-plan-cut-water-amid-drought-brings-uncertainty/stories/20260829079#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:40:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/news/nation/2026/08/29/colorado-river-plan-cut-water-amid-drought-brings-uncertainty/stories/20260829079 PHOENIX — On the outskirts of Phoenix, a small town with a huge reliance on the Colorado River has capped growth, revived old wells and struck water deals. A person stands at an overlook near the Wahweap Marina on Lake Powell at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area on July 15 near Page, Ariz. The Colorado River flows near the Glen Canyon Dam on July 15 near Page, Ariz. Tom Brundy looks over his field that is being prepared for planting near Calexico, Calif., in 2023. Boats are moored at a marina on Lake Mead amid a droughtnat the Lake Mead National Recreation Area near Boulder City, Nev., on June 30. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/08/29/taste-levis-returns-third-year/stories/20260830005 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/08/29/taste-levis-returns-third-year/stories/20260830005#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:19:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/08/29/taste-levis-returns-third-year/stories/20260830005 The Flying Joe has been a part of Taste of Levis since its inception. General manager Amanda Powell helps make smoothies and sandwiches at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg. The cafe will be part of Taste of Levis on Sept. 12. General manager Amanda Powell helps make smoothies at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg. General manager Amanda Powell said she’s eager for Taste of Levis to welcome more guests into the shop. The cafe opened to the public in May. General manager Amanda Powell helps make flatbreads and wraps at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg. General manager Amanda Powell helps make smoothies and sandwiches at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg. People dine at Claude’s during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13. Whipped Feta on Ciabatta at Claude’s during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13. A sign for Taste of Levis at Barry Bagels during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13. People dine at Claude’s during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13. The Swipe Right taco at Agave and Rye during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/08/29/behind-the-wheel-sport-coupe-tests-pits-honda-prelude-vs-toyota-gr86/stories/20260829008 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/08/29/behind-the-wheel-sport-coupe-tests-pits-honda-prelude-vs-toyota-gr86/stories/20260829008#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:17:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/automotive/2026/08/29/behind-the-wheel-sport-coupe-tests-pits-honda-prelude-vs-toyota-gr86/stories/20260829008 Fun-to-drive coupes have been on the wane in the past few decades, which makes it worth paying attention when a new one shows up. The 2026 Honda Prelude is showcased at the LA Auto Show in Los Angeles on Nov. 20. https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/08/29/chicken-nuggets-are-next-on-burger-king-s-reinvention-plan/stories/20260829005 https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/08/29/chicken-nuggets-are-next-on-burger-king-s-reinvention-plan/stories/20260829005#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:16:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/business/retail/2026/08/29/chicken-nuggets-are-next-on-burger-king-s-reinvention-plan/stories/20260829005 NEW YORK — After successfully remaking the Whopper, Burger King is now shifting its focus from patties to poultry. A Burger King restaurant in Los Angeles. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/08/29/editorial-city-council-safety/stories/20260829011 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/08/29/editorial-city-council-safety/stories/20260829011#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:14:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/08/29/editorial-city-council-safety/stories/20260829011 School is back in session and so is widespread concern about the daily safety of our children. On Wednesday Woodmore schools and the entire village of Gibsonburg were on lockdown while police searched for the assailant who stabbed and seriously injured a Gibsonburg police officer. A Flock Safety camera sits at the corner of West Central Avenue and Auburn Avenue in Toledo on Aug. 20 in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/08/29/div-class-libpagebodylinebreak-pharma-reform-can-be-handled-smoothly-br-div-1/stories/20260829009 https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/08/29/div-class-libpagebodylinebreak-pharma-reform-can-be-handled-smoothly-br-div-1/stories/20260829009#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:09:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/opinion/editorials/2026/08/29/div-class-libpagebodylinebreak-pharma-reform-can-be-handled-smoothly-br-div-1/stories/20260829009 HEALTH-CARE costs remain one of the greatest challenges facing American families, employers, and state governments. Prescription drug prices continue to strain household budgets, and pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, have become an increasingly important focus of reform efforts. Patients deserve affordable medications. Employers deserve a competitive marketplace. Pharmacies deserve a level playing field. And policymakers have a responsibility to ensure the system works as intended. Statehouse Building, Ohio Capitol in Columbus, Ohio. Deeter https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/29/high-school-girls-cross-country-defending-state-champ-ottawa-hills-leads-pack/stories/20260829026 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/29/high-school-girls-cross-country-defending-state-champ-ottawa-hills-leads-pack/stories/20260829026#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/29/high-school-girls-cross-country-defending-state-champ-ottawa-hills-leads-pack/stories/20260829026 Defending state champion Ottawa Hills will look to lead the pack of northwest Ohio girls cross country runners once again this fall. Ottawa Hills' Natalie Nixon. Southview's Juliette Turner. Liberty Center's Colbie Strayer. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/08/29/perrysburg-jail-home-glimpse-changes-hands/stories/20260818105 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/08/29/perrysburg-jail-home-glimpse-changes-hands/stories/20260818105#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/suburbs/2026/08/29/perrysburg-jail-home-glimpse-changes-hands/stories/20260818105 Perrysburg’s original jail — complete with steel cells and stone walls — offers a rare glimpse of what it is like to call a 19th century lockup home. The former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Caroline Hoffmann opens an original iron cell door inside the former Wood County jail in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Sharon Hoffmann recalls her early memories of living inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Caroline Hoffmann stands in front of an original iron cell door inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. An original iron cell door, left, is next to a newer one inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Richard Baranowski, a local history librarian at Way Public Library, stands silhouetted inside the former Wood County jail in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Sharon Hoffmann, who lived inside the former Wood County jail for 15 years, leans against a windowsill inside the home in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. An inmate cell inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Caroline Hoffmann gives a tour of the upper floor inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Nails found on the grounds believed to be more than 164 years old are displayed inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. A sign marking the history of the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market, is displayed on the outside of the building in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. An original wooden door that once led to an infirmary sits inside the former Wood County jail in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Sharon Hoffmann, former resident and owner, stands with Richard Baranowski, a local history librarian at Way Public Library, inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Richard Baranowski, a local history librarian at Way Public Library, looks into an old cell door inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. A life-size dummy was once used to demonstrate the cramped conditions inside a jail cell at the former Wood County jail in Perrysburg. Schoolchildren visited on field trips to learn about the building’s history. Richard Baranowski, a local history librarian at Way Public Library, opens an old cell door inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. An old photograph dating back to when the former Wood County jail was rental apartments in the 1920s is displayed inside the building, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. An old newspaper article is displayed inside the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. A kitchen inside the former Wood County jail is now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg on Aug. 24. Interior of the former Wood County jail, now a private residence on the market in Perrysburg. Interior of the former Wood County jail, shown while still occupied as a private residence, now listed for sale in Perrysburg. Interior of the former Wood County jail, shown while still occupied as a private residence, now listed for sale in Perrysburg. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/08/29/ohio-bill-authorizing-warrantless-police-drone-surveillance-become-law/stories/20260828072 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/08/29/ohio-bill-authorizing-warrantless-police-drone-surveillance-become-law/stories/20260828072#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/politics/2026/08/29/ohio-bill-authorizing-warrantless-police-drone-surveillance-become-law/stories/20260828072 COLUMBUS — Legislation expressly permitting warrantless law enforcement drone surveillance is set to become law on Oct. 6. Police deploy a drone during an evacuation at the Zoo on May 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/08/29/20m-federal-grant-cleared-toledo-project-linking-uptown-neighborhoods/stories/20260826090 https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/08/29/20m-federal-grant-cleared-toledo-project-linking-uptown-neighborhoods/stories/20260826090#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/local/city/2026/08/29/20m-federal-grant-cleared-toledo-project-linking-uptown-neighborhoods/stories/20260826090 The final piece of funding is now in place for a plan to connect central Toledo and the UpTown district. Signage and infrastructure improvements are rendered as part of an improvement project that is planned through the end of the decade. A rendering of how 20th Street could look after infrastructure improvements funded by the city of Toledo. Potential lighting on the Dorr Street I-75 overpass. A rendering of the Dorr Street multiuse path. Signage and infrastructure improvements are rendered as part of an improvement project that is planned through the end of the decade. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/music-theater-dance/2026/08/29/missing-tatum-photo-sparked-jazz-history/stories/20260829003 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/music-theater-dance/2026/08/29/missing-tatum-photo-sparked-jazz-history/stories/20260829003#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 13:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/music-theater-dance/2026/08/29/missing-tatum-photo-sparked-jazz-history/stories/20260829003 Doug Swiatecki's two-volume history of Toledo jazz began with a relentless pursuit of a photograph that might not even exist. Toledo jazz historian Doug Swiatecki presented nationally known jazz pianist Johnny O'Neal a copy of his book at the Glass City JazzFest on Aug. 15, the day it was released. O'Neal, who's from Detroit, played a lot in Toledo before moving out to New York. Swiatecki made the presentation to O'Neal after he finished his set, and was accompanied on stage with one of Toledo's best-known jazz singers, Ramona Collins. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer points out some of his favorite photos collected for writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer points out some of his favorite photos collected for writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer talks about writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer points out some of his favorite photos collected — with help from his husky named Rusty, after famed club owner Margaret "Rusty" Monroe — for writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer talks about writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer has collected decades of jazz ephemera, including "jazzette" magazine published by luminary Margaret “Rusty” Monroe, that informs two books he has written on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer has a many of his own photos of Toledo jazz luminaries, such as Jon Hendricks, at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer has collected decades of Toledo jazz ephemera to help inform two books he's written on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer talks about the influence of of Murphy's Place about writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer points out some of his favorite photos collected for writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. Doug Swiatecki, a local jazz historian, author, and photographer points out some of his favorite photos collected for writing two books on Toledo's jazz history at his home on Aug. 20 in Holland. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/28/high-school-football-late-td-gives-ottawa-hills-win-against-evergreen/stories/20260828108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/28/high-school-football-late-td-gives-ottawa-hills-win-against-evergreen/stories/20260828108#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:42:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/28/high-school-football-late-td-gives-ottawa-hills-win-against-evergreen/stories/20260828108 Grant Roemer had his third touchdown catch of the night from Nickel Fineske with five seconds remaining in the game to give host Ottawa Hills a 20-15 victory against Evergreen on Friday. Fineske completed 13 of 28 throws for 250 yards for the Green Bears (2-0), and Roemer had nine catches for 176 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/28/mud-hens-use-early-lead-take-down-saints/stories/20260828109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/28/mud-hens-use-early-lead-take-down-saints/stories/20260828109#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 03:10:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/28/mud-hens-use-early-lead-take-down-saints/stories/20260828109 ST. PAUL — The Toledo Mud Hens raced out to an early lead on Friday and never looked back, defeating the St. Paul Saints 4-1 for their third consecutive victory. First baseman Cal Stevenson outruns a throw to third during an International League game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Louisville Bats at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on July 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/28/st-johns-blanks-anthony-wayne-titans-dominate-both-sides-ball/stories/20260828087 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/28/st-johns-blanks-anthony-wayne-titans-dominate-both-sides-ball/stories/20260828087#comments Sat, 29 Aug 2026 02:37:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/08/28/st-johns-blanks-anthony-wayne-titans-dominate-both-sides-ball/stories/20260828087 St. John’s Jesuit ended a four-game losing streak to Anthony Wayne with dominance on both sides of the ball in a 25-0 shutout of the Generals on Friday night at Lyden Stadium. St. John’s Jesuit’s celebrates a touchdown. St. John’s Jesuit’s Cam Elledge stiff arms Anthony Wayne’s Wyatt Carroll. St. John’s Jesuit’s Zack Ziemke catches the ball for a touchdown. St. John’s Jesuit’s RJ Mayes is brought down by Anthony Wayne’s Alley Lengel. St. John’s Jesuit’s RJ Mayes is brought down by Anthony Wayne’s Alley Lengel. St. John’s Jesuit’s football team enters the field. St. John’s Jesuit’s student section cheers for their team. St. John’s Jesuit’s marching band takes the field. St. John’s Jesuit’s Alex Trippel is pushed out of bounds by Anthony Wayne’s Max Valentine. Anthony Wayne’s Daniel Losek is blocked by St. John’s Jesuit’s Paul Amend. St. John’s Jesuit’s Reid Berry throws the ball. St. John’s Jesuit’s Zack Ziemke celebrates a touchdown. Anthony Wayne’s Dreyton McLaughlin fumbles the ball. St. John’s Jesuit’s Jase Bowser sacks Anthony Wayne’s Porter Brungard. Anthony Wayne’s QB Porter Brungard reacts to a sack. Anthony Wayne’s Dreyton McLaughlin is brought down by St. John’s Jesuit’s Paul Amend. St. John’s Jesuit’s Ian Kynard is brought down by Anthony Wayne’s Bryce Hutchison. St. John’s Jesuit’s Ian Kynard avoids a tackle by Anthony Wayne’s Braiden Scicere. Anthony Wayne’s Dreyton McLaughlin is brought down by St. John’s Jesuit’s Knox Willinger. The moon rises over a St. John’s and Anthony Wayne high school football game. Anthony Wayne’s marching band takes a break before the start of the game.