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🌱 Patch AM: Why Toledo gas prices suddenly dropped nearly a quarter per gallon

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Toledo gas prices suddenly dropped nearly a quarter per gallon
  • How a national rail summit could reshape Toledo's economic future
  • What felony accusations a Toledo firefighter now faces in municipal court

Also on today's calendar: Key Ceremony for Army SGT Wesley Byrd and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A passing afternoon shower, temps: high: 76, low: 66.
  • Thursday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 79 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Toledo gas prices drop nearly 25 cents in one week (wtol.com) — Drivers in Toledo are seeing some relief at the pump, with average gas prices dropping nearly 25 cents in a week to $4.26 per gallon. Prices are still much higher than a month and year ago, but local stations now range from $3.95 to $4.69, and analysts say regional refinery changes could bring more modest declines soon.
   

2. Toledo to host national rail conference focused on Midwest passenger rail (13abc.com) — Toledo will host a major national passenger rail conference Oct. 2–4 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza Amtrak Station, spotlighting the city's role in Midwest rail expansion. Federal, state, and regional leaders will discuss how new and improved rail service could boost Toledo's economy, tourism, and jobs while better connecting the city to Cleveland, Detroit, and beyond.
   

3. Toledo Firefighter Arrested on Four Felony Charges, Court Records Allege (wowo.com) — A Toledo firefighter and EMT has been charged with four felonies after police say a person was handcuffed in a west Toledo home, a vehicle and keys were taken, and a burglary occurred. The case is now moving through Toledo Municipal Court, and officials emphasize the allegations remain accusations while the fire department confirms the arrest.
   

4. Toledo Opera & Toledo Spirits Team Up for 'Aida' Preview (operawire.com) — Toledo Opera and Toledo Spirits are teaming up for a special "Get Into the Spirit of Opera" preview event on Oct. 1 at Toledo Spirits Company. Guests can enjoy custom cocktails or mocktails, hear live selections from the cast of "Aida," meet performers and creatives, and even enter to win tickets to opening night later in October.
   

5. Ohio lawmakers to consider 90-day gas tax suspension this week (13abc.com) — Ohio lawmakers are weighing a 90-day suspension of the state gas tax that could shave roughly 39 cents off each gallon of regular fuel, potentially saving Toledo drivers several dollars per fill-up. Speaking from Toledo, Sen. Paula Hicks-Hudson questions whether the timing is political, while Republicans argue families need quick relief before the holidays.
   

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