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Lissa Guyton

I am a reporter at @13abc. I have been a journalist for 30 years.

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  • Remembering the Lake Township tornado

    1 day ago | 13abc.com | Lissa Guyton

    LAKE TWP., Ohio (WTVG) - This June will mark the 15th anniversary of the deadly EF-4 tornado that tore through Lake Township. Seven people were killed and dozens were injured in the tornado. The massive twister did significant damage along Main Street in Millbury. Shannon Hughes was several months pregnant the night the twister sliced a path through downtown Millbury. “I remember thinking to myself that can’t possibly be normal because the sirens just kept going on and on.

  • Local organization provides life-changing help for people affected by autism

    1 day ago | 13abc.com | Lissa Guyton

    TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The mission of Avenues for Autism is to expand opportunities to enrich the lives of people affected by the disorder. That happens in a number of different ways. And there was a big event on Wednesday to help make all that possible. The organization has provided hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of support to people with autism and their families.

  • New study shows shingles vaccine can help drop risk of dementia by double digits

    2 days ago | 13abc.com | Lissa Guyton

    TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A vaccine designed to help protect you from an extremely painful viral infection has another important benefit. A new study indicates it could reduce your risk of dementia. You’ve probably seen the ads telling you about the importance of getting a shingles shot if you’re 50 or older. Research shows the vaccine can also lower your risk of developing dementia by double digits.

  • Getting a handle on all the fun to be had at a Fostoria entertainment oasis

    6 days ago | 13abc.com | Lissa Guyton

    FOSTORIA, Ohio (WTVG) - There’s an entertainment oasis in Seneca county that includes all kinds of activities -- everything from axe throwing to shuffleboard. In The Axe first opened its doors in Fostoria in January of 2024. It’s a place packed full of all kinds of entertainment. Brent Hoerig is the owner. “People walk in and are like wow, this is awesome,” Hoerig said. There’s a so-called rage room, shuffleboard and a bar, but the main focus is axe-throwing.

  • Andrea’s Heart: A story of loss, love and a second chance.

    1 week ago | 13abc.com | Lissa Guyton

    TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - April is National Donate Life Month. It’s a time to educate people about organ, eye and tissue donation. About 3,000 Ohioans are on the list for a life-saving transplant, and every 48 hours, an Ohioan dies while waiting for a transplant. Many of us have incredible power at the end of our lives. The chance to give someone else a second chance. A Toledo woman got that second chance, and she hopes her story inspires others. Time was running out for Andrea MacRitchie.

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Lissa Guyton
Lissa Guyton @GuytonLissa
15 Oct 21

On this dreary Friday night, I thought you'd enjoy a little sunshine from the garden! https://t.co/TuLm4ecwDt

Lissa Guyton
Lissa Guyton @GuytonLissa
14 Oct 21

What a whimsical wall near the Erie Street Market! Make sure to look at all three pictures. https://t.co/LQe4NsmtIS

Lissa Guyton
Lissa Guyton @GuytonLissa
13 Oct 21

The Glass City Pittie Transfer Program is a new effort to find homes for long- stay and harder-to-adopt dogs at Lucas County Canine Care and Control. https://t.co/s7GBZrqaEP