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City opens intersection of Summit and Cherry to limited traffic

2 weeks ago | wtol.com | Jeff Smith

TOLEDO, Ohio — Driver's commute through downtown Toledo may be a little bit shorter now, as city of Toledo crews have begun pulling orange barrels and and road closed signs from the intersection of Summit Street and Cherry Street. The city confirmed to WTOL 11 that the widely-used intersection is now open to limited traffic, as crews began installing traffic signals and paving the south side of Summit Street Monday.
Rossford to preserve school site as urban forest

1 month ago | wtol.com | Jeff Smith

ROSSFORD, Ohio — The city of Rossford has plans for the former Indian Hills Elementary School site. The school's been closed since 2014. Rossford Mayor Neil MacKinnon reminded WTOL 11 that the site is a Native American burial ground and cannot be developed. In fact, it was just a couple of years ago when archaeologists conducted a dig on the site... but found nothing. The mayor says the 54 acres will remain an urban forest.
Sen. Jon Husted's Ohio roots fuel his mission in Washington

1 month ago | wtol.com | Jeff Smith

MONTPELIER, Ohio — Editor’s Note: This story is based on a one-on-one, in-depth interview between WTOL 11 anchor Jeff Smith and U.S. Senator Jon Husted. It offers a personal look at Husted’s journey from northwest Ohio to Washington, D.C., as told in his own words during an extended conversation between Jeff and the senator at Montpelier High School. Before he was a senator, lieutenant governor or national champion at the University of Dayton, Jon Husted was just a kid from County Road J.
Amanda Seyfried Turned Down Popular Marvel Movie, Thought It Would ‘Bomb’

2 months ago | theolympian.com | Jeff Smith

Amanda Seyfried has starred in several noteworthy roles throughout her acting career. This includes popular movies such as Mean Girls, Mamma Mia! and Letters to Juliet. Most recently, she's taken on the role of Mickey in the new Peacock crime series, Long Bright River, which debuted on March 13.
Vivek Ramaswamy's Ohio governor campaign makes Toledo stop

Feb 25, 2025 | wtol.com | Jeff Smith

TOLEDO, Ohio — Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy says regardless of Toledo's history, including its Glass City namesake, he's more focused on its future. "Toledo has a history and a heritage to be proud of in the state," Ramaswamy said in an exclusive sit-down interview with WTOL 11 after a campaign stop in Toledo on Tuesday. "And so the question is, we're not going to get back there.
Greener pastures: ProMedica CEO Polizzi sits down for first TV interview since taking over 2 years ago

Nov 27, 2024 | wtol.com | Jeff Smith

TOLEDO, Ohio — ProMedica President and CEO Arturo Polizzi has guided the company through one of its most challenging periods. From financial struggles to strategic restructuring, he has played a pivotal role in navigating the future of one of the largest healthcare organizations in the region. In an interview with WTOL 11, his first with a Toledo TV station since taking charge of ProMedica, he addressed the road to recovery, the company's future and its role in the community.
Businesses shorting Toledo loan program by more than $200K

Oct 28, 2024 | wtol.com | Jeff Smith

TOLEDO, Ohio — Five businesses - three restaurants, one that never materialized and a clothing store once located in the Uptown district - collectively owe the city of Toledo more than $210,000. And after repeated requests for comment, WTOL 11 has learned that at least one of these businesses is facing legal action as the city seeks to recoup this money owed. WTOL 11 made a public records request with the City of Toledo’s Law Department.
Shaquille O’Neal Has Personal Take on Bronny James’s Lakers Debut

Oct 22, 2024 | macon.com | Jeff Smith

NBA fans witnessed one of the most unique and historic moments in history on opening night of the 2024-25 season. Father-son duo LeBron and Bronny James took the floor together at the four-minute mark of the second quarter for the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the first pairing ever to do so. It's a moment unlikely to be replicated, possibly ever, with the moment between the future Hall-of-Famer and rookie No. 55 overall pick leaving sports fans in awe.
Davante Adams Gives Blunt Response About Jets’ Loss to Steelers in Debut

Oct 20, 2024 | macon.com | Jeff Smith

Davante Adams had a short week to prepare for his debut with the New York Jets, and the outcome was far from what he and the fanbase hoped for. The Jets allowed the Pittsburgh Steelers to reel off 31 straight points en route to a 37-15 victory. For Adams, specifically, the night was mostly a forgettable one.
Dalton Knecht Reveals LeBron James’s 2-Word Message Before Dominant Finish vs. Suns

Oct 18, 2024 | myrtlebeachonline.com | Jeff Smith

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht had his "Welcome to the Association" moment on Thursday night, and he did so in a memorable and dominant fashion. Knecht, the No. 17 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, was a force down the stretch for the Lakers in a 128-122 overtime victory over the Phoenix Suns. While the victory came in the second-to-last preseason game for the Lakers, Knecht made it known that he's ready to make an impact immediately in his rookie season.