I didn't get a photo, but it's a small, scraggly dog with a red collar, and the poor thing is whining in the woods. It's beyond the gazebo where my wedding is about to start, and I just needed to shout for assistance for that poor thing. Help the doggo please!

• On Tuesday, a heat record of 87 degrees Fahrenheit was recorded at the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport, which beat the previous heat record of 83 degrees Fahrenheit set in 1935 and again in 1975.

• Also on Tuesday, two local law firms (Marshall & Melhorn and RCO Law) announced plans to merge under the name Marshall Curphey beginning January 1, 2027.

• On Thursday, independent scientist Scott Smith announced that he had found harmful chemicals in soil samples taken near the site of the August 29 Brent Industries explosion, including ash and soot with dioxin levels of 26 parts per trillion and benzo(a)pyrene levels of 800 parts per billion. U.S. Environmental Protect Agency (USEPA) standards state that dioxin is dangerous in amounts above 4.8 parts per trillion and benzo(a)pyrene is dangerous in amounts above 110 parts per billion.

• Also on Thursday, the 10th District Court of Appeals in Ohio ruled that Ohio’s EdChoice voucher program is unconstitutional, finding that the program lacks meaningful oversight permits discriminatory admission policies, and isn’t available to many rural communities. Ohio Attorney General Andy Wilson stated his intent to appeal the decision to the Ohio Supreme Court.

• In further Thursday news, the First Base Lounge at 20 N. St. Clair St. in downtown Toledo announced that it plans to close permanently on October 26. The business first opened in November 2025, replacing a Wild Side Brewing Company location.

• A 65-unit senior housing development is being proposed for construction by Woda Cooper Companies at 2517 Fulton St. in the Toledo Olde Towne neighborhood. Residents have raised concerns about the loss of green space that would accompany the development if it moves forward.

• Lucas County Treasurer Lindsay Webb is planning a tax certificate sale, the first in two decades, to collect $3.68 million in unpaid property taxes on 407 properties owned by those who do not live in Lucas County. The purchaser of the certificate obtains the tax liens and associated rights for all 407 properties.

• The City of Toledo is partnering with the Fair Housing Center to test if local landlords are honoring a law passed in 2021 prohibiting them from discrimination against potential renters based on their source of income (such as housing choice vouchers). Council will vote next Tuesday (October 20) on a proposed nine-month extension of the testing, which has people posing as renters meet with landlords to verify if they are following the law.

• September saw the highest number of eviction filings in Toledo Municipal Court since 2020 at 646 filings. At the same time, Legal Aid of Western Ohio (LAWO)’s “Right to Counsel” program which provides free legal representation to tenants facing eviction has had its funding from the City of Toledo cut from $250,000/year to $67,000/year as of April, reducing the number of clients served from around 250 to 98 so far this year. Funding for the program in 2027 remains uncertain.

• Tickets are now on sale for the Greater Toledo Home Giveaway benefiting the ProMedica Russell J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital. Those who purchase a $100 ticket are eligible to win a drawing for a new 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath house valued at $710,000 in Sylvania Township. For more information, visit https://toledohomegiveaway.com/

• Lucas County Emergency Management Agency is seeking public input on the emergency alert system provided to county residents. To take the survey, visit https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/2abd68c975a64df2af817c4a14019a09. For more information about the alerts or to sign up, visit https://lucascountyalerts.com.

• Early voting for the November general election began. For information about candidates on the ballot, visit https://toledofreepress.com/toledo-free-press-voters-guide-2026-general-election/

• This Saturday (October 17) from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Ohio Poetry Day Association’s annual celebration will take place at the Main Library (325 N. Michigan St.). The event marks the first time the event has been held in Toledo in decades. For more information, visit http://ohiopoetryday.blogspot.com/

• This Sunday (October 18) from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the Toledo Immigrant Alliance is holding an Immigration Solidarity Walk at the Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center (1225 Broadway St.) This event features an interactive walk exploring the experiences of immigrants using stories and reflection from local contributors.

• Next Tuesday (October 20) at 4 p.m., Toledo City Council will vote on a resolution sponsored by five council members (Driscoll, Gadus, Jones, Komives, Kramer) which would ask the Mayor to terminate its contract with Flock and remove all Flock cameras in the city.

• Next Thursday (October 22) from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., At-Large Toledo City Council member Erin Kramer will host an open-ended public meeting for residents to bring up any relevant concerns to her at the Reynolds Corner Branch Library (4833 Dorr St.)

• You can receive This Week in Toledo via e-mail by subscribing at https://toledo.substack.com/subscribe. You can also receive updates on Facebook by liking the official page at https://www.facebook.com/thisweekintoledo.

News sources: The Blade, 13ABC, WTOL, Toledo Free Press

Are there any jobs hiring quickly right now? My girlfriend finished her Clinical Medical Assistant training and finding a job in that field is our biggest priority but we’re both open to anything.

We’re in a difficult situation & need to work as soon as possible.

Join us on October 20 at 9am, at the Union Oval (directly behind the student union) on BGSU campus to kick off our walkout! We’ll gather with students, staff, and community members to take a stand against the impacts of the nearby Meta data center and the use of unregulated AI in our lives, jobs, communities, and futures – and we’ll call for an immediate freeze on AI development. We deserve a say, a stake, and basic safety, and we need to determine the future of this dangerous, powerful technology – not leave it to a handful of Big Tech CEOs.

Come and find your people.

Kent Branch Library - 3101 Collingwood Blvd, Toledo, OH 43610

Saturday, October 17th from 11am - 3pm

There is a ton of work being done in Toledo. Come check out what people are doing and find a group to get involved with.

The Toledo prosecutor's public dashboard charts the office's cases from 2018 on. The table the city posted behind those charts went back to 2013, and the years the charts leave off hold more than half of the 12-year record: 224,103 cases filed from 2013 through 2017, against 176,933 from 2018 through 2024. On Oct. 9, three days after the Lake Erie Inquiry sent the office written questions, the city replaced that table with yearly totals that start in 2018.

Measured from 2018, the court's caseload fell 37%. Measured from its 2014 peak, it fell 54%.

I can only seem to find them at Kroger in a small container I'd like a bundle of them

I’m looking to expand my circle socially.

I’m 33m, have a stable career, and am looking to connect with like-minded individuals. Ideally, people who are smart, enjoy new experiences, and open to friendship/dating. Where to people go to connect with others naturally?

I’m not really wanting to go on the friend/dating apps, but am open to anything you all have found to be profitable.

Churches, social restaurants/bars, coffee shops, small groups, activity/hobby places, book stores, art classes, anything.

Thank you in advance!

Are there any courts in the area that have a wall where you can practice solo?

Living in north west Toledo, and a man stopped us while we walked our dog to ask if she's the one peeing in his yard. She doesn't because a random stranger has already warned us that that man told them he poisons his lawn, specifically targeting dogs. He will throw bait? into his hedges, some pieces stuff that looks white? and sprinkle M&M looking stuff on the lawn by the sidewalks. Stranger told us the last time it was a red powder?

Apparently police has been told but they've done nothing.

I know the pictures aren't the best, I apologize for that. I have been picking up a babysitting kid in Northwood and I have seen this hawk(?) perched on these lights almost every time I come, on the off ramp of exit 198. I was finally able to take a picture because I had a red light and finally wasn't the first car lol. I've tried looking through field guides of the birds in our area, but those are 100+ pages and I have not seen anything with white markings exactly like this.

Thank you in advance, I'm 30 so I'm new to the whole birdwatching thing 🤣

Checking to see if there is anywhere that does pizza by the slice in Maumee around lunch. Don't want to order a whole pizza usually. I know little caesars does a lunch deal but it's quite a bit of pizza.

I voted early for the first time today, as I'll be working all day on election day. Arrived about 2:00 pm. A small line outside. Maybe 100 voters ahead of me. They had plenty of poll workers and a lot of voting machines. I was out by 2:30.

Just sharing my experience. I'm sure it will get ever busier as election day comes around.

One side of the grab handle on my OutThere AS-3 backpack pulled out when I was hiking in Patagonia and I'm looking for a local place to get it fixed. I've taken it to a couple of alteration places but they look at the layers of stitching, inside pocket, and zipper that need to be peeled back before being able to access the area where the handle is sewn in and they turn me away. I can ship it back to the factory for repair but I'd prefer to save the expense of shipping and give a local place some business. Has anyone had a repair like this done by a shop in the Toledo area?

Hello, I am new to the area.

I like to throw a 20 lb ball into the wall for portions of my workout routine and need a sturdy wall to do so. I have found that soccer wall in Perrysburg but the gate to park is often locked if no soccer games are going on.

Does anyone know of any good rebounding walls or generally accessible rock or concrete walls in public parks? I am around pburg/waterville but willing to explore the region.

Thanks for your consideration!

Donate gently used coats of all sizes.

We collected over 400 coats last year.

Save the date!

If you cannot make it drop off day, please contact your local nursing home, behavioral health clinic, or school system. Let's keep these coats on our neighbors backs!

Moving to Toledo here soon and looking for an RN job! I mainly want to work in a high acuity ICU. I’ve been primarily looking into St Vincent’s and Toledo Hospital. Which of the two companies (Promedica and Mercy) is better to work for when it comes to pay, benefits, management, etc.? Are there any other places I should look into?
Thanks!

Hii! I’m in need of a really good pedicure. I’ve been not taking care of my maintenance due to health issues and I’m finally able to do so. I need a place that’s really gonna get in there and help bring my feet back to life lol. Any suggestions?

Hello! I set a goal of visiting as many state parks as possible, and have gone to 4 so far this year (I'm taking my time): Mary Jane Thurston, Van Buren, Maumee Bay, and East Harbor. One big thing I've noticed is that except for Maumee Bay they seem really focused on camping rather than day use. I never did find a trailhead at the first two or East Harbor, but I've never looked for one at Maumee Bay.

Is this pretty standard for all of the state parks? Are there any that are exceptional for walking/hiking? So far East Harbor was the best to go out for a walk with my dog.

Edit: I know about the Metroparks and visit them all the time. I was looking for new places to explore.

Hi! Not sure if using the right terminology but a friend of mine is a motorized wheelchair user and is having issues receiving dental care. She cannot transfer into the chairs etc and is at the mercy of finding a friend who can lift her in and out of the dental chair, which adds stress to her as she hates relying on so many people. Are there any dental offices locally that could help? Or are more accessible offices? She also has Medicaid but at this point is willing to go outside of that for her care.

Thanks in advance!

I’m on the hunt for a new acrylic tech that could get me in quickly. Ladies, where do we go and who do we see?

Looks like Fallen Timbers is getting a Roosters. Should be a good addition to add life there!