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Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Toledo Opera Announces All Access Event for 'Aida' (operawire.com) — Toledo Opera is rolling out an "Aida All Access" experience on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026, combining food, discussion, and performance in downtown Toledo. Guests will start with hors d'oeuvres and a talk at The Toledo Club, attend the evening performance at the Valentine Theatre with transportation included, then return for a late-night cast party and meet-and-greet.
2. Michigan drivers cross state line as Ohio gas tax suspension lowers prices at the pump (wtol.com) — Drivers are flocking to Toledo gas stations as Ohio's 90-day gas tax suspension pushes local prices well below those in nearby Michigan, drawing many across the state line to fill up. Residents and visitors share how the savings help their budgets, while some Michigan drivers still favor paying higher taxes to support road funding at home.
3. Toledo woman celebrates 80th birthday after lifetime of defying doctors' predictions (13abc.com) — A Toledo woman is marking her 80th birthday after decades of defying dire medical predictions made when she received her first pacemaker at age 12. Surrounded by family who traveled to Toledo from several states, Linda Thomas Glover credits her determination and active lifestyle for a life that includes work, marriage, children, and mentoring many others.
4. CJ Miller Named MAC Offensive Player of the Week - University of Toledo Athletics (utrockets.com) — University of Toledo running back CJ Miller has been named MAC Offensive Player of the Week after rushing for 196 yards and two touchdowns in the Rockets' win over Ball State. He and teammate Connor Walendzak both topped 100 rushing yards, and the 4-1 Rockets now return to the Glass Bowl in Toledo this Saturday for a 3:30 p.m. Homecoming matchup against Buffalo.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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