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• Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson says water is safe

  28-09-2017 23:41 via www4.toledoblade.com
  Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson assured the public Thursday that the city's drinking water is safe to drink despite talk to the contrary.
  
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• Hicks-Hudson says drinking water is safe despite algae bloom

  28-09-2017 23:41 via toledoblade.com
  Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson assured the public Thursday that the city's drinking water is safe to drink despite talk to the contrary.
  
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• FedEx to hire 750 seasonal employees in Toledo

  28-09-2017 23:34
  The company is hiring 50,000 people nationally for seasonal work. Most of the positions will be seasonal package handlers at FedEx Ground.
  
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• Council candidate warns that algae threatens children's water play

  28-09-2017 23:20 via www4.toledoblade.com
  With the algae bloom in Lake Erie raising concerns about water quality, Toledo Council candidate Sam Melden evoked another ripple created by bad water Thursday — the loss of quality of life for children.
  
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• Dana Inc. to be featured in upcoming show on History Channel

  28-09-2017 23:08 via toledoblade.com
  A pair of Dana Inc.’s modified Jeep Wranglers will be featured rolling through the red rock canyons near Moab, Utah, in a soon-to-air TV adventure show on the History channel.
  
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• Dana Inc. to be featured in upcoming show on History

  28-09-2017 23:08 via www4.toledoblade.com
  A pair of Dana Inc.’s modified Jeep Wranglers will be featured rolling through the red rock canyons near Moab, Utah, in a soon-to-air TV adventure show on the History channel.
  
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• Toledo man sentenced to 16 years in prison for child sex crime

  28-09-2017 23:05 via www4.toledoblade.com
  A Toledo man charged with raping an 8-year-old girl entered into a plea agreement Thursday and was sentenced to 16 years in prison by Lucas County Common Pleas Judge James Bates.
  
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• Man pleads guilty after record fentanyl seizure

  28-09-2017 22:56 via www4.toledoblade.com
  A Toledo man arrested in what federal agents called a record seizure of fentanyl for Toledo pleaded guilty Thursday in U.S. District Court.
  
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• Family copes as homicide investigation continues

  28-09-2017 22:45 via www4.toledoblade.com
  De’Asia Wallace was in the wrong place at the wrong time when she was fatally shot following a large street brawl Sunday, her father said.
  
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• Safe to eat: Don’t infer Ferner fish floundered due to algae

  28-09-2017 22:00 via toledoblade.com
  As Toledo activist Mike Ferner poured a pitcher of algae-infused water and two dead fish into the fountain at One Government Center a week ago, cameras were rolling, protesters were well-positioned as background extras to display their posters and signs, and the message was delivered in a succinct and well-orchestrated fashion.
  
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• Two Swanton trustee candidates withdraw due to allegations about petitions

  28-09-2017 21:47 via toledoblade.com
  Two candidates for Swanton Township Board of Trustees have withdrawn as candidates after complaints surfaced that they signed petitions that someone else circulated.
  
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• Lucas County sees uptick in Cryptosporidium parasite cases

  28-09-2017 21:37 via toledoblade.com
  Lucas County health officials are seeing an uptick in cases of the parasite Cryptosporidium, and are encouraging the public to be vigilant about hand washing and other preventive measures.
  
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• Gerken plans to cut the CCNO beds, Toledo judges object

  28-09-2017 21:17
  Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken plans to cut the number of prisoner beds for 2018 at the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio, which is a move the Toledo Municipal Court judges think will have negative effects on their operations. Mr. Gerken said he will bid to set the county's CCNO beds at 275 a day for next year, down from 303, to be used for people sentenced by the municipal court judges in Toledo, Maumee, Sylvania, and Oregon, the Lucas County Juvenile Justice Center, and Lucas County
  
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• Focus on budget pushes Spang to run for second term

  28-09-2017 21:14 via toledoblade.com
  Fifth in a series on Toledo City Council candidates
  
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• Break-in, rape nets man a 16-year prison sentence

  28-09-2017 21:10 via toledoblade.com
  A Holland man convicted of breaking into his former girlfriend's home, assaulting, and raping her was sentenced Thursday to 16 years in prison.
  
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• Health department honors infants who died in 2016

  28-09-2017 20:28 via toledoblade.com
  The lawn of the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department was adorned with 41 pink and blue foam grave markers Thursday to honor babies who died in 2016 and to highlight disparities between black and white babies. 
  
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• Effort fails to force disclosure of drug company donors

  28-09-2017 19:39 via toledoblade.com
  COLUMBUS — A state regulatory panel on Thursday threw out complaints designed to force the opposition to a drug-pricing issue on the Nov. 7 ballot to specifically disclose which pharmaceutical companies are bankrolling its campaign.
  
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• Hearing set for Monroe Co. woman accused of trying to set son on fire

  28-09-2017 19:00 via toledoblade.com
  MONROE — The Frenchtown Township woman investigators said tried kill her young son is set to return to court in November.
  
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• Gubernatorial candidate promises to hire official focused on Lake Erie

  28-09-2017 18:22 via toledoblade.com
  Betty Sutton, a Democratic candidate for governor, promised she would create a position specifically for Great Lakes issues in the governor’s office and promised to address the algae threat to Lake Erie with a high level of urgency, in a campaign stop Thursday in Toledo.
  
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• Governor candidate promises top official in office for Great Lakes

  28-09-2017 18:22 via toledoblade.com
  Betty Sutton, a Democratic candidate for governor, promised she would create a position specifically for Great Lakes issues in the governor’s office and promised to address the algae threat to Lake Erie with a high level of urgency, in a campaign stop Thursday in Toledo.
  
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• Driver sentenced to 2 years leaving scene of fatal crash

  28-09-2017 18:00 via toledoblade.com
  A Toledo man who drove off without stopping after he struck and killed a pedestrian was sentenced Thursday to two years in prison.
  
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• Toledo judges object to plan to cut jail space at CCNO

  28-09-2017 17:49 via www4.toledoblade.com
  Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken plans to cut the number of prisoners allowed for 2018 at the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio, which is a move the Toledo Municipal Court judges think will have negative effects on their operations.
  
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• Toledo judges object to plan to cut beds at CCNO

  28-09-2017 17:49 via toledoblade.com
  Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken plans to cut the number of prisoner beds for 2018 at the Corrections Center of Northwest Ohio, which is a move the Toledo Municipal Court judges think will have negative effects on their operations.
  
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• OVI checkpoint to be held Friday in North Toledo

  28-09-2017 17:42 via toledoblade.com
  The Lucas County Sheriff’s Office announced it will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in North Toledo on Friday.
  
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• Cedar Fair has 'challenging' 2017, exec says

  28-09-2017 16:55 via toledoblade.com
  On balance, 2017 has been a roller coaster year thus far financially for Cedar Fair LP with the Sandusky amusement park chain beset by inconsistent weather that flattened attendance, but largely escaping any serious effects from hurricanes that damaged parts of Texas and Florida — two regions where it does not have parks.
  
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• Bullet holes found through federal courthouse windows

  28-09-2017 16:17 via toledoblade.com
  Two bullet holes were discovered in a federal courthouse, though police believe the damage may be from a separate incident. 
  
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• Bullet holes found through appellate courthouse windows

  28-09-2017 16:17 via toledoblade.com
  Two bullet holes were discovered in a downtown Toledo courthouse, though police believe the damage may be from a separate incident. 
  
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• Toledo police investigate death at North Toledo residence

  28-09-2017 15:52 via toledoblade.com
  Toledo police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found at a North Toledo residence.
  
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• Toledo police investigate death

  28-09-2017 15:52 via toledoblade.com
  Toledo police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found at a North Toledo residence.
  
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• BGSU exhibits showcase alumni, digital arts

  28-09-2017 14:09 via toledoblade.com
  Bowling Green State University marks the opening of its alumni and digital arts exhibitions with events this weekend.
  
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• Thrifty Thursday: Hearty, wholesome Mexican dishes at family-owned El Tipico

  28-09-2017 13:30 via toledoblade.com
  On Thrifty Thursday, sometimes we find sweet treats within our budget of $5 or less. Other times, refreshing drinks or fun snacks.
  
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• Toledo water safe to drink, some still stocking up

  28-09-2017 07:53
  We are in clear, and the water is "non-detect" for microcystin, but if you look in stores you might think something else. Some shelves completely wiped clean.
  
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• Sammy Hagar and The Circle prove rock and roll still exists

  28-09-2017 07:25 via toledoblade.com
  Nine songs into his set, Sammy Hagar found himself on the Toledo Zoo Amphitheater stage talking about his age.
  
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• 5 area credit unions see BauerFinancial Inc. ratings dip

  28-09-2017 07:15 via toledoblade.com
  Five credit unions in northwest Ohio saw their financial performance ratings drop and one one saw its profile improve during the second quarter.
  
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• Springfield volleyball players ace community service

  28-09-2017 06:44 via toledoblade.com
  Assists have been plentiful on the court for the Springfield volleyball team this season, but the Blue Devils take just as much pride in assisting others through charity work.
  
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• BGSU football eager for change after 0-4 start

  28-09-2017 06:33 via toledoblade.com
  BOWLING GREEN — The start of Mid-American Conference play could not come at a better time for the Bowling Green State University football team.
  
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• Michigan rests while preparing for Michigan State

  28-09-2017 06:24 via toledoblade.com
  ANN ARBOR — Michigan does not play a football game on Saturday. Some call it an off week, others refer it to as a bye week.
  
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• Work to close Hoiles Avenue in West Toledo, reduce lanes

  28-09-2017 06:00 via toledoblade.com
  Pavement restoration will close one West Toledo street and require lane restrictions on another for three days starting Thursday.
  
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• Wood County refinances library bond

  28-09-2017 06:00 via toledoblade.com
  BOWLING GREEN — Wood County commissioners have refinanced the Wood County District Public Library capital improvement bond, saving taxpayers money.
  
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• Rev. Joe C. Coleman (1928-2017)

  28-09-2017 06:00 via toledoblade.com
  The Rev. Joe Coleman, the former pastor of Greater Nazarene Missionary Baptist Church in Toledo, died Sept. 20 at ProMedica Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania. He was 89.
  
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• Public input sought on tobacco policies

  28-09-2017 06:00 via toledoblade.com
  The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department is looking for public input for a survey about tobacco and smoke-free policies in Lucas County. It will be open through Oct. 13. Take the survey via a link on the department’s website, lucascountyhealth.com.
  
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• Lucas County Dogs for Adoption: 9/28

  28-09-2017 06:00 via toledoblade.com
  Dogs remain available at the Lucas County Canine Care & Control Office, 410 South Erie St., Toledo. For information, call 419-213-2800. For a complete list of available dogs, go to lucascountydogs.petfinder.com. A $100 adoption fee includes spay-neuter, a heartworm check, microchip ID, vaccinations, and a behavioral evaluation.
  
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• Daily Log: 9/28

  28-09-2017 06:00 via toledoblade.com
  Births
  
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• Actors Collaborative stages 'Testament of Mary'

  28-09-2017 05:48
  Barbara Barkan stars as Mary, mother of Jesus, in the Actors Collaborative Toledo's presentation of 'The Testament of Mary' at Trinity Episcopal Church. Belle, played by Kristen Fandrey of Swanton, confronts the Beast, played by Jarrod Alexander of Toledo, in the Croswell Opera House's production of 'Beauty and the Beast.'
  
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• GALLERY: Sammy Hagar and The Circle and Collective Soul at Toledo Zoo

  28-09-2017 04:36 via toledoblade.com
  Sammy Hagar and The Circle performed Wednesday evening at the Toledo Zoo Ampitheater. Opening acts included Andrew Hagar and Collective Soul. Scroll through the photos above to view this photo gallery by The Blade’s Lori King. 
  
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• Anthony Wayne, Perrysburg girls soccer showdown ends in scoreless tie

  28-09-2017 03:41 via toledoblade.com
  WHITEHOUSE — A clash of two state-ranked girls soccer teams came down to a battle of sophomore goalkeepers and stingy defense on Wednesday night.
  
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• Around Town: An Excellent Evening for TSA

  28-09-2017 03:26 via toledoblade.com
  AN Excellent Evening: Cigars, Single Malts, and Smokin’ Meats at Third Street Cigar in Waterville was a laid-back and relaxing event.
  
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• Haunted house returns to Levis Commons Friday

  28-09-2017 03:13 via toledoblade.com
  The opening weekend of Distracted Haunted House’s second season begins at 7 p.m. Friday and continues each weekend through Nov. 4.
  
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• Algae bloom stretches to Canada, but Toledo water safe to drink

  28-09-2017 01:19 via toledoblade.com
  Based on how fast bottled water is flying off supermarket shelves again, Toledo-area residents have a lot of concerns about what’s happening out in western Lake Erie now.
  
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• Algae bloom stretches from Lake Erie islands to Canada

  28-09-2017 01:19 via toledoblade.com
  Based on how fast bottled water is flying off supermarket shelves again, Toledo-area residents have a lot of concerns about what’s happening out in western Lake Erie now.
  
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