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🌱 Why overdose deaths are rising sharply in Holland despite countywide progress
Spotted on the Holland calendar: 7/8 Band Concert
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In today's newsletter:
- Why overdose deaths are rising sharply in Holland despite countywide progress
- How a new Holland expansion could add nearly 200 local jobs
- How a past Holland terror plot still shapes Toledo Hanukkah security
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Find out what's happening in Hollandfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Hollandfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and not as cold, with a high of 35 and low of 31 degrees.
- Wednesday: Fog in the morning and breezy, temps: high: 39, low: 33.
- Thursday: Windy with rain, with a high of 48 and low of 22 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Health department supervisor shares county's response to opioid epidemic (toledoblade.com subscription) — Holland residents are facing a worrying 100% increase in overdose deaths over the last year, even as some Lucas County neighborhoods see declines. A Toledo-Lucas County Health Department supervisor detailed how naloxone distribution, targeted outreach, and stigma reduction are saving lives, while stressing that communities like Holland and Maumee still urgently need more awareness, compassion, and connection to treatment resources. 
• State greenlights 17 projects to create thousands of jobs, boost $1.1B investments: See which northwest Ohio projects were approved (wtol.com) — A planned expansion by Turbine Standard/JetCat Defense/Cast Holdings in Holland is expected to bring 194 new full-time-equivalent jobs and nearly $12 million in annual payroll to the village. The project is part of a broader package of 17 state-approved tax-credit deals, signaling significant new investment and job growth across northwest Ohio, including several nearby manufacturing communities.
• 'Fight hate with love, unity and light': Toledo Jewish community reflects after deadly Hanukkah attack in Australia (wtol.com) — Northwest Ohio’s Jewish community gathered in Toledo for Hanukkah while mourning a deadly attack on worshippers in Australia, renewing concerns about safety at local synagogues. Leaders recalled a 2018 case involving a Holland man accused of plotting an attack, underscoring ongoing security worries. Even so, they’re urging neighbors of all faiths to respond with unity, support, and public celebrations of Hanukkah.
📸 Around Holland
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Holland
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- 7/8 Band Concert
Springfield Middle School Holland, OH 43528
7:00 pm - Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
Holland Branch Library Holland - Outdoors
9:30 am - Boys BB v Washington
Springfield Middle School Holland, OH 43528
4:30 pm
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
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🗓 Events Nearby
- SNAP Sign-up with Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank
Sanger - Onsite Services Table 1
10:00 am - TRIO: one-stop shop for help with adult education
Mott - Onsite Services Table 1
11:00 am - BB at Lima Sr.
Rogers Toledo, OH 43615
4:45 pm - Maumee Valley Beekeepers Monthly Meeting
Wildwood Environmental Academy (4-12 Campus) , 1628 Henthorne Dr , Maumee
7:00 pm - UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit
Mott - Onsite Services Table 1
10:00 am - Sanger Teens Book Group
Sanger - Meeting Room B (Capacity : 50)
3:00 pm - Magic the Gathering: Casual Game Hour
Reynolds Corners - Teen Area
6:00 pm - Santa Shop Family Event
Maumee Intermediate School - MIS Learning Center 215
6:00 pm - Board Game Hour
Reynolds Corners - Teen Area
4:00 pm
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- The owner, Par, is great, honest, trustworthy, and straightforward.
All work is completed is done right the first time and guarantee. (Nextdoor South Hill Park) - I live on Frankfort rd.
My package from ups was miss delivered. It was a Christmas present for my son. It was books hes been wanting. I know its a long shot but we still… (Nextdoor Frankfort Rd)
- Walmart posted a job opening for Produce Associate in Holland. Apply here.
- Diversified Maintenance posted a job opening for Janitor in Holland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Holland here.
🗞 Nearby News
Maumee
- 13 Action News supporting Salvation Army efforts through Adopt a Kettle Day (13abc.com)
- Lake Sturgeon Return To Four Ohio Rivers (1808delaware.com)
- Area's only standalone Cinnabon opening at Franklin Park Mall on Monday (wtol.com)
Sylvania
- House Bill 682: Ohio lawmakers push tax incentives for paid parental leave (wtol.com)
- Beloved Holiday Cookies Are Cherished Tradition (sylvaniaadvantage.com)
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