Community Corner
🌱 Owens Corning Awards TMA 500K Grant + Night Owl Diner Opening Soon
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Toledo.
Hello, friends! It's Saturday in Toledo and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in our community. Today you'll find news about...
- After responding to a crash on Route 24 in Waterville, an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper was injured after another car struck their vehicle around 8:30 AM Friday.
- The new Night Owl Diner, opening November 22 on W. Sylvania Avenue, will serve non-traditional hours from 6 PM - 4 AM
- Owens Corning Foundation has awarded the Toledo Museum of Art $500,000 in support of its 'Art Out of School' program
But first, today's weather:
Some sun, then clouds; cold. High: 33 Low: 22.
Here are the top stories today in Toledo:
- After responding to a crash on Route 24 in Waterville, an Ohio State Highway Patrol trooper was injured after another car struck their vehicle around 8:30 AM Friday. U.S. 24 was backed up significantly after several crashes occurred between Dutch and Waterville-Swanton Roads. (WTOL)
- The new Night Owl Diner, opening November 22 on W. Sylvania Avenue, will serve non-traditional hours from 6 PM - 4 AM. The restaurant will cater to those working late shifts such as Jeep staff and medical providers. (WTOL)
- TPD Officer and Wellness Unit Supervisor Sgt. Erik Welling was honored at the ProMedica tree lighting ceremony at Promenade Park Friday evening. Sgt. Welling was one of six local frontline heroes honored at the celebration. (WTVG)
- The Wood County Health Department is offering free at-home COVID tests in anticipation of the holidays. The tests can be picked up from several local sites, including the health department, local senior centers, and libraries throughout Wood County. (WTVG)
- Owens Corning Foundation has awarded the Toledo Museum of Art $500,000 in support of its 'Art Out of School' program. The program allows for free artmaking opportunities in the Toledo community. (La Prensa)
Today in Toledo:
- 60cc Brewing Yappy Hour Pint Night - 2113 N. Reynolds (4:00 PM)
- 'Cabaret' by Village Players and 3B Productions - Village Player's Theatre (8:00 PM)
- Toledo Repair Cafe - Kent Branch Library (10:00 AM)
- Lights Before Christmas Presented By KeyBank (3:00 PM)
- Fall Play: Clue - Maumee City Schools (7:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- Toledo: see the 3 latest homes for sale! (Toledo Patch)
- 52-year-old local war veteran Leonard Tate was given an 'honor walk' at St. Vincent Medical Center Wednesday as an organ donor. Mr. Tate's family is proud of his multiple sacrifices, including three tours in Guam, Afghanistan, and Kuwait, and his donation includes skin grafts to fire victims in Ukraine. (WTVG)
- The Water Boil Advisory in Toledo was lifted early after all EPA-required testing was completed and the water found to be safe for consumption. (WTOL)
- Indoor climbing is coming to Toledo thanks to a new business by Adventus Climbing, who will open a 12,000 square foot facility on N. Reynolds Road in June. (WNWO)
- UToledo's Business Incubator program hosted a "pitch and pour" Thursday night to award local entrepreneurs "financial resources for growth, networking and advising." (WNWO)
Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!
— Brad King
About me: I have been a lifelong Northwest Ohio native and University of Toledo grad (Go Rockets!). I'm old enough to remember when the Mud Hens were still playing in Maumee. The Glass City has seen some amazing revitalization and I am so excited to share every update with you!
Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Toledo Daily? Contact me at toledo@patch.com