Select interstate speed limits increase to 70 mph this summer

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013, 2:05pm

This map shows the new 70 mph speed zones statewide. (Source: ODOT)

COLUMBUS, OH (Toledo News Now)- The Ohio Department of Transportation has unveiled a map identifying interstate highway locations where motorists will be legally permitted to drive 70 mph starting this summer.

The new designations follow recently passed legislation permitting speeds to increase from 65 to 70 mph on certain sections of interstate highways. H.B. 51, the state's transportation budget bill, which goes into effect July 1, increased speeds to 70 mph on interstates "outside urbanized areas."

View Comments | Post a Comment

Community Sponsors

Essence Mind ~ Body Studio

Taking Care of the Entire You

$10 Off!

Inspired Heart Holistic Center, LLC

Visit one of our classes!

America's Motorist School of Driver Education

"Teaching America to Drive Since 1985"

html body div.js_rand_homepage_sponsors-block_2 div.js_rand_0, html body div.js_rand_homepage_sponsors-block_2 div.js_rand_1, html body div.js_rand_homepage_sponsors-block_2 div.js_rand_2 { display:block !important; }

Wood County unemployment drops to 6.6 percent

Submitted by Nick Bade, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 21st, 2013, 12:52pm

Wood County unemployment drops to 6.6 percent

BOWLING GREEN, OH (Toledo News Now) – Unemployment in Wood County fell again in April, hitting 6.6 percent. That number is down from the 7.2 percent reported in March, and the 7.1 percent reported in April of 2012.

View Comments | Post a Comment

How to donate supplies for those hit by Midwest tornadoes

Submitted by WTOL Web Staff

Monday, May 20th, 2013, 10:06pm

PERRYSBURG, OH (Toledo News Now)- When disaster strikes, ISOH/IMPACT's Bucket Brigade readies an immediate response to reach out to those whose lives have been uprooted and thrown into chaos. The recent outbreak of severe weather in the Midwest has left homes destroyed, communities in crisis, and lives changed forever.

Because of ongoing support, ISOH/IMPACT has bucketed kits of relief supplies to distribute throughout the affected areas.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Wood County Heritage Days set for June 8 & 9

Submitted by Nick Bade, Community Web Producer

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 4:26pm

BOWLING GREEN, OH (Press Release) – The annual Wood County Heritage Days offers free farm fun for families on June 8 & 9, 2013 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day at the Wood County Historical Center. The Power of Yesteryear Club tractor show takes center stage with historic demonstrations, farm animals, live music, and kids' activities.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Owens announces ‘Gateway to College’ program

Submitted by Nick Bade, Community Web Producer

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 12:05pm

Owens announces ‘Gateway to College’ program

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH (Press Release) – Area residents between the ages of 16 and 21 who are interested in receiving a second chance to realize their fullest academic and career potential are invited to apply for the upcoming 2013 Gateway to College program student class at Owens Community College as the academic institution is now accepting applications for the Fall Semester.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Wood County Humane Society to hold benefit garage sale May 23 - 25

Submitted by Nick Bade, Community Web Producer

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 11:36am

Wood County Humane Society to hold benefit garage sale May 23 - 25

BOWLING GREEN, OH (Press Release) - The Annual Wood County Humane Society Benefit Garage Sale is set for May 23-25 under the grandstand at the Wood County Fairgrounds. Donations of good and useful items will be accepted at the same location from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on May 20, 21 and 22.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Motorcyclist survives early morning crash, SUV driver killed

Submitted by Nick Bade, Community Web Producer

Friday, May 17th, 2013, 11:10am

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH (Toledo News Now)- A motorcycle rider survived an early-morning crash that left the driver of a sport utility vehicle dead in Perrysburg Township.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol says Burdette E. Waxler, 67, of Rossford was driving southwest on State Route 65 when his 2012 Ford Escape veered left of center and struck Ricky L. Metzger, 57, of Monclova. Metzger was riding a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle and wearing a helmet.

View Comments | Post a Comment