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Youth invited to free program about ‘cozy critters’ at Wintergarden Park

The Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department is excited to invite all curious critters to learn what their wild friends do in the winter. This program is intended for ages 5-9 and the required registration is free. Participants will meet at Wintergarden/St. John’s Nature Preserve, 615 S. Wintergarden Road, Bowling Green, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 5-6 p.m.

Bowling Green, OH · 2d
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Help get this long-stay dog out of the Wood County Dog Shelter | Community Critters on 13+

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Arya is a 3-year-old mixed-breed girl who has been at the Wood County Dog Shelter since early September. Staff call her their long-stay dog, and they’re hoping she goes home soon. She’s currently the shelter’s office dog, and staff say they trust her to hang...

Wood County, OH · 3d
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First early bird drawing winner announced for Greater Toledo Home Giveaway

Mary Pat Antoniuk is the winner of the first Early Bird drawing for the Greater Toledo Home Giveaway. She won a $2,500 gift card.

Toledo, OH · 2d
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CHS Drama Department “The Jungle Book” – Meet the Cast

Performances of Continental High School Drama Department’s “The Jungle Book” are scheduled for Friday November 13 ar 7 pm, Saturday November 14 at 7 pm, and Sunday November 15 at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and high school students, and $5 for all others. Tickets will be available at the door or check the Continental Drama Department Facebook page for presale information.

Continental, OH · 2d
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Black Swamp Players invites audiences into the unsettling world of ‘The Minutes’

Most theatregoers are accustomed to a pre-show “silence your devices” speech delivered in-character. Besides being a reliably fun bit (thank you, King Lear, I nearly forgot to turn off my cell phone), the speech is an invitation to the audience to start buying into the fiction. Black Swamp...

Bowling Green, OH · 4d

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Local author’s dreams come true after opening ‘Lit and Lore’ bookstore in Fremont

FREMONT, Ohio (WTVG) - A local author decided to bring back a bookstore to Fremont, and you could say she did it for the plot. Olivia Jenkins hopes the opening of Lit and Lore will start a new chapter in Fremont. Jenkins wants the bookstore to be a safe haven...

Fremont, OH · 5d

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Five sweet, social kittens from Humane Ohio ready for homes | Community Critters on 13+

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Five sweet, social kittens are ready for homes at Humane Ohio. The litter of five was found outside as tiny bottle babies. Now about 9 weeks old, they’re playful, litter trained and used to being held. They’re being raised with dogs and cats. They...

Toledo, OH · 3d

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DJ plays music outside Toledo polling place on Election Day

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A DJ played music outside McKinley Elementary School in Toledo’s West End Tuesday as voters arrived at the polls. Nate Walls, also known as DJ Banger, has been playing music as voters walk in. DJs at the Polls is a national nonprofit. The group says...

Toledo, OH · 4d

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Wildlife Shelters Overwhelmed as Habitat Loss Sends More Animals Into Trouble

WATERVILLE, Ohio (WOWO). Wildlife rescuers in Ohio and Michigan are facing a growing workload, rising operating costs and fewer places to turn as development pushes wild animals out of their natural habitats. Nature’s Nursery in Waterville broke its annual record for animal admissions in early October — with two and...

Waterville, OH · 3d

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Thanksgiving Week Means Turkey Dinners With All The Trimmings At These 7 Ohio Diners

Not everyone wants to spend Thanksgiving week elbow-deep in a raw bird and a sink full of pans. Some years, the smartest holiday move is sliding into a diner booth and letting someone else handle the gravy. Ohio has plenty of old-school diners that serve roast turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes,...

Cleveland, OH · 5d

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Toledo’s Marco’s Pizza Lands Franchise Times Top 400 as 1,300th Store Nears

Toledo-based Marco’s Pizza has again been named to the Franchise Times Top 400, the annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems, the company announced on Monday, November 2, in a release carried by PR Newswire. The placement comes as Marco’s eyes its 1,300th store and reports growing interest from some of the country’s largest […]

Toledo, OH · 5d

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When Snow Hits, These 6 Northwest Ohio Diners Keep Their Doors Open For Regulars

Northwest Ohio winters can turn a quick drive into a slow crawl, but plenty of folks still find their way to a favorite booth. A hot breakfast and a bottomless cup of coffee have a way of making a gray January morning easier to handle. The six diners on this...

Ohio · 5d

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Pet Photos With Santa Welcomes Fur, Feathers and Scales

Get ready for a festive photo opportunity that supports a great cause! Nature's Nursery is thrilled to announce its annual "Pet Photos With Santa" event, offering a chance for pet owners to capture memorable holiday moments while directly benefiting injured and orphaned local wildlife. Event Details. What: Pet Photos With...

Whitehouse, OH · 3d

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First early bird drawing for Greater Toledo Home Giveaway

The winner of a $2,500 gift card in the first Greater Toledo Home Giveaway early bird drawing was announced on Nov. 5, 2026.

Toledo, OH · 2d

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Between Cleveland And Toledo Is One Of Ohio's Best Places To Retire With Affordable Living And Great Lake Fun

There are plenty of reasons why Ohio is such a popular retirement state. From its highly rated healthcare facilities to its abundance of natural beauty to its affordability, it is easy to see why Ohio consistently lands among the top half of national retirement rankings. The Buckeye State is full of charming areas where seniors can enjoy their golden years; however, there is one northern region that not only boasts a robust senior population, but also provides access to some incredible outdoor recreation opportunities while having a low cost of living. Erie County, right along the shores of Lake Erie, is a great retirement option for those looking for lakeside living without the high price tag.

Ohio · 7d

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Ohio’s Hidden Diners: 6 Still Open Since The 1950s

Some Ohio diners have been flipping pancakes and pouring coffee since your grandparents were kids. A few started even earlier, back when lunch came from a horse-drawn wagon. This list covers six spots that are still open, still serving, and still holding on to their old-school counters, stools, and neon. If you love a good burger, a slice of homemade pie, or just a seat with some real history, these are the places to save for your next road trip.

Ohio · 9d

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Ohio pet breeder permanently closes, surrenders over 1,100 chinchillas after federal investigation

TOLEDO, Ohio (WOIO) - An Ohio pet breeder has agreed to permanently shut down operations and surrender more than 1,100 chinchillas following repeated federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA) violations, federal officials announced. According to a release from the Department of Justice (DOJ), an endorsed a consent decree required R &...

Jenera, OH · 3d

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Help get this long-stay dog out of the Wood County Dog Shelter | Community Critters on 13+

Arya is a 3-year-old mixed-breed girl who has been at the Wood County Dog Shelter since early September. Staff call her their long-stay dog, and they're hoping she goes home soon. She's currently the shelter's office dog, and staff say they trust her to hang out in the lobby. She loves everyone she meets, does well with other dogs, and loves to play ball. She'll drop the ball, sit and lie down on command. She's not super high energy, and she knows when it's time to chill on the couch. Arya is spayed, vaccinated and heartworm negative, with no health concerns that staff have seen. She is available for adoption now at the Wood County Dog Shelter.

Wood County, OH · 3d

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BGSU alumna explores influence of the Great Black Swamp’s ‘invisible landscape’ in debut book

Lisa Slage Robinson returns to campus as featured author for Creative Writing Reading Series. When Lisa Slage Robinson returns to Bowling Green State University this week, she won’t just be visiting a familiar campus. She’ll be revisiting a place that helped launch a journey she could not have imagined when she first arrived as an undergraduate in 1980.

Bowling Green, OH · 5d

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Katie’s Kookies: A local baker’s story

“Wouldn’t it be so cool if we could open our own shop?” That was the thought percolating in Katie Louis’s head as she and her sister-in-law sent each other videos of people baking and decorating cookies. Louis had watched so many cookie baking videos that she felt inspired to try her hand at it. So she signed up for a class, kept watching videos to educate herself and began making cookies for holidays and events with her family and friends.

Toledo, OH · 4d