Tiger Material Handling to Add 26 Jobs in $2 Million Genoa Expansion

A family-owned northwest Ohio company that builds the racks, conveyors and lifting systems other businesses rely on is about to get much bigger. Tiger Material Handling, Inc. announced on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, a $2 million expansion in Genoa, in Ottawa County, purchasing the former Gordon Lumber building off State Route 51 and planning to […]

Editorial: Mistaken arrest in mass shooting

The mass shooting June 6 at the Old West End Festival wounded 12 people and terrorized Toledo until the quick arrest of two suspects appeared to move the story from crime to punishment. That assumption came to a screeching halt Friday. All charges against 20-year-old Eljay Crisp-Carr were dropped, and he was released from Lucas County jail. Evidence from Crisp-Carr’s cell phone proved his precise location at the time of the shooting was in the 2000 block of Glenwood Avenue, not at the festival site — as the defendant had claimed from the start. Read more Blade editorials Crisp-Carr had been charged with 25 counts of attempted murder, 26 counts of felonious assault, and other charges connected to gang activity and a probation violation for a previous gun crime conviction. Because the charges against him were so serious, Crisp-Carr was held without bail from his arrest June 11 to his release Friday. Crisp-Carr was mistakenly identified as the shooter by Toledo Police detectives from cell phone photos showing a masked man with the same hairstyle as Crisp-Carr. That mistake is likely to cost Lucas County taxpayers the proverbial pretty penny. According to a statement from Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates,

New authority takes shape for Timbers Town Center redevelopment

A new community authority overseeing the $89 million redevelopment of the former Shops at Fallen Timbers in Maumee has approved an agreement outlining responsibility for maintaining streets and sidewalks at the shopping center. The Timbers Town Center Community Authority’s seven-member board of trustees approved the infrastructure maintenance agreement at its organizational meeting Thursday, along with bylaws and other measures establishing how the authority will operate. Under the agreement, the city would take over the development’s streets and sidewalks, while the developer would remain responsible for their upkeep. The authority could help cover some of those maintenance costs. The agreement comes as Timbers Town Center Ltd., a consortium of developers with ties to Columbus’ Easton Town Center, prepares to revitalize the struggling shopping center. The group purchased the property in July for $17.3 million and plans to invest approximately $89 million, including the acquisition cost, in the redevelopment. Plans include repairing deteriorating streets and sidewalks, attracting new retail and restaurant tenants, and potentially adding about 230 apartments. Much of the redevelopment work is expected to take place in 2027. Greg Daniels, an attorney for the development consortium, said the new authority will oversee financing matters and determine how its funds are

Man sues for $20 million after Old West End shooting charges dropped

Attorneys for Eljay Crisp-Carr, who was accused of participating in a gunfight at the Old West End Festival in June, have filed a $20 million federal lawsuit against the city of Toledo and Lucas County after prosecutors dropped the charges against him Friday. The complaint, filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, Western Division, alleges unconstitutional arrest, detention and searches, malicious prosecution, misleading identification evidence, and failure to disclose information concerning another suspect. Crisp-Carr is seeking $10 million in compensatory damages and an additional $10 million in punitive damages. On Friday, Jennifer Liptack-Sutphin, the chief of criminal prosecution for the Lucas County Prosecutor’s Office, told Judge Lori Olender in Lucas County Common Pleas Court that because of “new and developing evidence,” the charges against Crisp-Carr, 20, should be dismissed. The shooting happened in front of the Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum at Delaware and Robinwood avenues, a busy part of the festival where several food trucks were parked. During a June 18 court hearing , Toledo Police Detective Danielle Mooney estimated there were at least 75 to 100 other people in the proximity of the gunfire. She told the court that, at that point in the

Voters pass bevy of local issues in Sandusky County

The Sandusky County Drug Task Force levy renewal narrowly passed, while the Sandusky County Park District tax levy renewal won with much more broad support in the Nov. 3 general election. Results for the Criminal Justice Services levy were 11,196 votes (50.19%) for the levy and 11,112 votes (49.81%) against. Results for the parks levy were 13,248 (59.1%) in favor and 9,169 votes (40.9%) against. On the local level, Sandusky County voters expressed widespread support for local issues, including tax levies, charter amendments and Sunday liquor sales. The City of Bellevue levy passed with 1,032 votes (64.46%) for the levy and 569 (35.54%) against. Clyde had four issues on the ballot. The Clyde income tax levy narrowly passed with 1,045 votes (50.85%) to 1,010 votes (49.15%) against. The Clyde Charter Amendment to section 3-1, 3-7, 3-9, which would change government officials' pay failed, with 745 votes (37.44%) for the amendment and 1,245 votes (62.56%) against. The Clyde Charter Amendment to section 3-5, which would allow electronic meetings for city council during an emergency, passed with 1,303 votes (63.81%) for the amendment and 739 votes (36.19%) against. The Clyde Charter Amendment to section 4-8, allowing the elimination of notice for publication

A major change coming to Centennial Hall next fall

Since it opened in 2011, Centennial Hall has been one of the top choices for new students attending Bowling Green State University (BGSU). Specifically new and transfer students, because for most of the hall’s time on campus, those have been the only students who were allowed to stay there. This will be changing this upcoming year, with returning students being allowed to live in Centennial Hall.

Smith and Farmer win Sandusky County Commissioner seats

Republicans Justin Smith and Rich Farmer defied the big blue wave of Democratic Party wins by securing their seats for Sandusky County Commissioner. Farmer won his race with 13,017 votes (58.73%) against Democratic Party Candidate Kurtis Kuhl, who received 9,146 votes (41.27%). Smith won the race for the second half of the unexpired four-year term of former Commissioner Charlie Schwochow, who stepped down earlier this year due to his health, with 12,477 votes (56.15%) compared to Democrat Jill Simpson's 9,745 votes (43.85%). “I am very excited. We had a good night last night in Sandusky County,” Smith said. “I’ve been working hard for Sandusky County for a long time. I’ve been involved in every community in this county and I think my years of dedication in working for the county and the community helped to take me to victory.” Smith is a former Fremont city councilman, Board of Elections member and county Republican Party chairman. The county budget shortfall became the big issue late in the campaign; the county is confronting a $4.3 million deficit. More: $4.3M budget gap puts Sandusky County services, EMS buildings at risk Smith was technically an incumbent; he was appointed in April to serve out

Sheriff Sale results for November 4, 2026

CI2025-02669 U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as Trustee, as successor-in-interest to U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as indenture trustee, for the holders of the CIM Trust 2021-R1, Mortgage-Backed Notes, Series 2021-R1, Plaintiff(s) vs Karen McDevitt, Defendant(s). Parcel no. 02-02924. Located at 1042 McDonald Street Toledo OH 43612. Appraised at $50,000.00 Matthew C Gladwell, atty. Sold to US Bank Trust Company for $40,100.00.

Fatal crash on Byrne Road

Cherry Street Mission breaks ground on Mission Point homeless housing project

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Construction of a $22 million, 65-unit apartment building that will serve the chronic homeless and people with mental illness is now underway. Cherry Street Mission and Lucas Metropolitan Housing broke ground Friday on the new facility, a four-story structure being built at Monroe and 14th Streets, next to Cherry Street Mission’s Life Revitalization Center in downtown Toledo.

Lucas County Foreclosure Case# CI 2026 2273

Lucas County Foreclosure Case# CI 2026 2273. CREBRID LLC vs. PC Property Solutions LLC, et al. Subject property: 2618 Collingwood Blvd. Toledo, OH 43610. See www.OhioSheriffSales.com for full info and legal description. Bids will be accepted only through said website. Bidding will open a minimum of 7 days prior to the auction ending on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 1PM. If the minimum bid is not garnered, a second sale will take place on the same website with no minimum bid on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 at 1PM. A deposit of $5,000 is required for either sale. Purchaser shall be responsible for those costs, allowances, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

School tax votes split: Cuts loom for two districts

Maumee and Springfield schools are bracing for major budget cuts after voters rejected proposed income taxes Tuesday, while voters in Toledo and Sylvania approved additional funding for their school districts. In October, Springfield Superintendent Matt Geha told members of the board of education the district would have to cut $500,000 from the budget even if the income tax measure passed. He warned that number could rise to $2.5 million if it failed. Issue 6, the 0.5 percent income tax for Springfield schools, lost by 589 votes, with 6,518 votes against and 5,929 votes in favor. Mr. Geha said he was still trying to calm down and regroup after the levy defeat. “We will have to decide on the cuts we need to make for fall of 2027,” Mr. Geha said. “This is going to mean reduced opportunities for kids and a reduced number of adults in the buildings. There will be job cuts, and all of these things are going to be painful.” Mr. Geha said cuts are coming regardless of whether the school board decides to put a levy on the May ballot. “Even if we pass a levy, then it would not help us now,” he said. “The

Slope repair closes lane on southbound I-475 near U.S. 24

Repair of a slipping slope along southbound I-475/U.S. 23 near the U.S. 24 interchange closed the right lane and shoulder after Thursday’s morning rush hour, and more work may occur there in the future. Kelsie Hoagland, a spokesman at the Ohio Department of Transportation’s Bowling Green district office, said state officials observed the formation of a dip in the roadway and guardrail just south of Monclova Road at least several weeks ago and have been monitoring it ever since. Kokosing Construction Co., which widened and rebuilt the freeway in that area several years ago, sent a crew out Thursday morning to investigate and make an initial repair, Ms. Hoagland said. The intent was to make at least a temporary repair before winter sets in, then evaluate what additional work might be needed in the spring, she said. The exit to U.S. 24 remained open, but traffic using it needed to slow down to make a relatively sharp turn after the work site. Check back for updates.

Another lawsuit filed over North Toledo chemical leak

Another lawsuit been filed in the aftermath of last month’s airborne chemical leak from MC Tank Transport in North Toledo. The latest case involves eight plaintiffs of record. Molly A. Ebraheim, an attorney representing them, said more are likely to be added as part of an amended complaint. “We are not bringing it as a class action. We are bringing it as a multi-plaintiff claims case,” she said. “Our clients are just choosing to bring their own individual claims.” Ms. Ebraheim is one of three attorneys in the Maumee office of Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy Co. who are working on that case. A 19-page complaint they filed in Lucas County Common Pleas Court states that each of their clients “suffered harm different in kind from that suffered by the general public, including displacement costs, lost wages, medical treatment, and property impacts.” The plaintiffs are Larry Sanchez, Kenyada Hooks, Kapreece Sims, Eric Walker, Bryan Smith, Felix Abalos, Michael Sims, and Timothy Myers. All are from Toledo except Michael Sims, who lives in Sacramento, and Mr. Myers, who lives in Eastlake, Ohio. The latter two were traveling through Toledo when the release began on the night of Oct. 20, and were

Clyde parade winners announced for Halloween fun

Saturday was a good weather day for Clyde’s Halloween parade. Winners in costume judging are as follows: Infant to two-year-olds: 1st, Cody Criswell, Ryver Marshall; 2nd, Petunia Hackenburg, Charlee Bond; 3rd, Amelia Flegler, Isla love. Three-to-four-year-olds: 1st, Luna Nunley, mermaid; 2nd, Nora Chong, bat; 3rd, Cameron Dearsman, Spin. Five-to-seven-year-olds, 1st, Natalie Tea, Venus fly trap; Skylan Nunley, witch; 2nd, Mickey Shammo, wizard; 3rd, Jaycee Bond, fallen angel; Calvin Perman, pumpkin scarecrow. Eight-to-nine-year-olds: 1st, Murphy Odrobinak; 2nd, Amelia Crockett, 3rd, Hattie Covert. 10-to-12-year-olds: 1st, Mason Clark; 2nd, Juliette Ollom; 3rd, Kira Lemmon. Age 13 through adult: 1st, Everlyn Cover; 2nd, Alexis Shull, Brenda Hipp; 3rd, Darcy Jones, Katelyn Leibengood. Childrens’ groups: 1st, Emelia Hensley, Aubrie Gaddy, Abel Gaddy, Annabelle Garman; 2nd, Autumn, Liam and Amora Byers. Family groups: 1st, Chaney Home Alone family: Amanda, Nick, Harrison, Amelia, Elise and Brooklynn; 2nd, Steinberger Carnival: Jack, Beau, Rachel, Jana, John and Doug; 3rd, Horsley Lawn Maintenance, Susie, Eric, Amber, Cindy; Toy Story: Dell, Bri, Colton, Nora, Mike, Billy, Emede, George, CiCi, Everlyn and Kirtsten. A total of 17 floats were judged. Winners are as follows: 1st, Toy Story, Horsleys Lawn Maintenance; 2nd, Little House on the Prairie, Maines family; 3rd, Willy Wonka, Old

Click thanks voters for reelection, slams 'gutter politics'

Republican incumbent State Rep. Gary Click, R-Vickery, won reelection to the 88 th District for a fourth term. Click said that he attributes his win to “honesty, integrity and hard work.” Click won 21,750 votes (58.57%) to beat Democratic Party opponent Aaron Jones, who received 15,386 votes (41.43%). “I think this election has been different, and it’s been different from all the other three because all the other three were policy-based, and we won on the issues,” Click said. “This election, they didn’t just throw the kitchen sink — they threw the slime that went down the sewers at me. It was disgusting. I think the personal attacks and the personal smears were unnecessary, uncalled for, they were despicable, and the people saw through that, and they failed to give my opponent a victory because they know the difference between the truth and a lie.” The 88 th District includes Sandusky County and Seneca County. Within Sandusky County, Click received 12,879 votes (57.95%), to the 9,345 votes (42.05%) received by Jones. Click was very upset about a campaign that ignored his record, calling it “gutter politics,” that included dark money from Chicago. However, he also said that his record was

Finding her stride: Maggie Foust’s journey from soccer convert to cross country leader

When Maggie Foust stepped onto the cross-country course as a high school junior, distance running was an unfamiliar frontier. After years of playing competitive soccer, a hip injury forced her to reimagine her athletic future. Three years later, the sophomore transfer has transformed from a novice runner into a proven...

Man suspected of driving Kia through field, injuring four in Ohio

A 29-year-old could be facing charges after officials said he is suspected of driving a Kia Soul through a field, hitting a ditch and flipping the vehicle, injuring four passengers inside.

CSX: More Time to Comment on an Inspection Waiver

WASHINGTON — The Federal Railroad Administration has given the public until December 2, 2026, to comment on a CSX petition for relief from some locomotive inspection rules. The notice, published November 2, extends the comment period. It does not grant the waiver. CSX SD60M #8756 and C40-8W #7788 have...

Findlay Helping Hands Drive Collects 300,299 Pounds of Food for Hancock County

The University of Findlay’s 21st annual Helping Hands Food Drive collected 300,299 pounds of food for Hancock County, the university announced at an awards ceremony on Thursday, November 5. All 70 pallets of food were picked up by Garner Trucking Inc. and delivered to CHOPIN Hall to serve people in need, according to the University […]