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Good morning, Toledo! In today’s edition: First baby of 2026, U.S. Women’s Open news, a Disney classics skate party, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
A heartwarming milestone: ProMedica announced the first baby born at ProMedica Toledo Hospital in 2026. De’Kari Stafan Tilman arrived as the new year began, marking a joyful start for Toledo families — read the full story.
Prestigious venues take center stage: Ohio’s Inverness, Scioto, and Canterbury will host USGA championships in 2026 or 2027, including the U.S. Women’s Open in Toledo June 3-6, 2027 and Girls’ Junior in Cleveland August 9-15 — see dates and host clubs.
Farewell memories, future plans: Toledo Heights Branch closed for good after funding cuts and increased costs. A new Detroit Avenue branch is hoped to open by late 2028, and reduced hours began Jan. 4 — see updated library hours.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
Funding fuels transportation safety efforts: Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur announced $1.3 million for Safe Streets projects in Toledo and Lucas County. U.S. DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All grants fund safety planning in Lucas County, a fleet safety assessment in Toledo, and a TMACOG study in Ottawa and Sandusky Counties. See where the money goes.
Kiddo wiggle room: Built for real-life parents, Waddles Indoor Playground is a cozy, sock-only playspace with clear sightlines, imaginative mini houses, soft-climb structures, and a tiny infant zone. An easy win for wiggly energy while you sip, chat, and actually breathe.
Indoor dinks, no drama: If your group chat is 80% pickle talk, Toledo Pickle Co. has court reservations, open play, classes, lessons, and leagues, plus a legit restaurant for the post-game debrief. No membership; just book a slot and bring the friend who’s here for cardio.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
💍 Super Bowl Bridal Show @ The Premier | Monday (1/5) at 9:30 AM – Whether you’re knee-deep in seating charts or just here for the cake, this is the Super Bowl of bridal shows, with runway fashion, DJs, planners, and florals. Equal parts party and planning, staffed by pros, and blessed with samples, it makes Pinterest look tame.
📚 Art Book Club: Love, Queenie: Merle Oberon, Hollywood’s First South Asian Star @ The Toledo Museum of Art | Wednesday (1/7) at 5:30 PM – Book Club is diving into Distant Star at the TMA Library, Mayukh Sen’s biography of Merle Oberon, the South Asian trailblazer who rewrote her Hollywood script. Expect sharp chat, sparkle from the Neil Lane jewels show, and fellow grownups who read. Free, registration required.
🍲 One Dish Dinners! @ Foodology | Thursday (1/8) at 5:30 PM – Whether your knives are dull or your dinner routine is, this adults-only class sharpens both. Learn time-saving knife skills while cooking one-dish heroes like pesto orecchiette and bacon-kissed risotto, plus key lime bites. BYO favorite beverage, fewer dishes, your dishwasher finally gets a night off.
🧶 Chunky Knit Decorative Pillow Workshop @ Crop Paper Scissors & More LLC | Thursday (1/8) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats stress like hand-knitting a ridiculously soft pillow, no needles, no experience, just smug satisfaction. The Craft Studio on International Drive has a beginner-friendly workshop where you pick your color, learn the chunky basics, and leave with a 16-inch couch trophy for 35 bucks.
🍵 Sober Sips: Kava Creations @ Bellwether at Toledo Spirits | Thursday (1/8) at 6:00 PM – Learn to mix three functional kava mocktails with an expert bartender, then actually remember how you got home. Zero proof, maximum mellow, and no next-day apologies. Step behind the bar, pick up pro tricks, bring a friend, and sip like you mean it.
⛸ Disney Classics Skate Party @ Glass City Metropark | Friday (1/9) at 2:00 PM – Shimmer & Skate Fridays go full childhood rewind with a Disney Classics Skate Party at The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark. Lace up, channel your inner Belle or Baloo, and glide to the Disney hits while the kids, and your knees, try to keep up.
🎤 Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder @ Lucille’s Jazz Lounge | Friday (1/9) at 7:15 PM – Whether you grew up on Sunday service or Saturday night blues, Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder bring gospel fire, greasy grooves, and a steel guitar that flat-out testifies. Expect a revival of hand clapping and toe tapping, and grab those limited public tickets.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Toledo report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 37°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 5%
Partly sunny, with a high near 37. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. South wind around 3 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 44°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 60%
Rain likely after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 44. South wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Set in Sylvania Township, a short stroll from Wildwood Metro Park, this charmer starts with a winding brick path and keeps going. A beamed living room ceiling, built-ins, crown moldings, and French doors set the tone. The heated three-season porch connects the living and dining rooms. The kitchen brings sleek granite, top tier appliances, and a six burner gas cooktop.
Practical upgrades include newer neutral bedroom carpet, replacement windows, and 2020 mechanicals, furnace, central air, and water heater. Updated tile baths add polish. A finished lower level doubles as a game day zone or movie lounge. Out back, a fenced yard and spacious patio overlook a tranquil pond.
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