Fred LeFebvre and the Morning News

Brian Dugger of Toledo 11 Investigates case involving the murder of two Toledo teens in 2022. The entire series will be available online and on the streaming service WTOL 11+   

Joe Chavis of Chavis Building & Renovation speaks with Fred about upcoming PRO Home & Garden  Show this weekend at Glass City Center.  Joe is a 20 year Army veteran and experienced in design and construction for any room in your house. Click on the link below for information Chavis Building & Renovations

Queen Cookie on air with Fred talking suicide among other topics

Dennis is a Vietnam Vet having served in the U.S. Navy and this time Fred speaks with him instead of Queen Cookie.

Allen co-owner of Toledo Pole Barns talks with Fred about upcoming Home & Garden Show which takes place this Friday-Sunday at the Glass City Center. Their mission is to bring the best customer experience by turning their dream into custom unique spaces they love. To be a part of Gods Kingdom by building relationships and adding value to everyone we encounter. Toledo Pole Barns 

  Tim Tegge and Megan Smith-Ragle speak about the new art exhibit open at the downtown library opening Freduary 5th. 

Brian McNeal of DEA office in Detroit speaks with Fred about an upcoming drug seminar on Freduary 13th. The seminar is open to the public and will cover latest drug statistics, enforcement efforts, and life saving options. 

Dr Marvin Whitfield of Big Brothers-Big Sisters on the upcoming Wine & Dine event at Claude's Prime Seafood on February 13th. Tickets available at (419) 243-4600 or bbbsnwo@bbbsnwo.org

Vinnie Schiavone of Jim White Toyota shares details on Toledo Auto Show happening this Fri thru Sunday at the Glass City Center. Dealers across the area have a limited number of free passes and tickets are available online at Toledoautoshow.org 

   Leadfoot Granny speaks with Fred about their new CD and upcoming release party Jan 18th at The Valentine Theatre. The group willl perform beginning at 7:30 and do a meet and greet immediately afterwards. Tickets are available at the door but also online at www.leadfootgrannyofficial.com   Hope Smith-Vocals Luke Ermie-Guitar Owen Krupp-Bass Drums-Odin Woodbury

Sgt Eric Welling TPD speaks with Fred about steps being taken for officer's mental health and wellness. The program, which Welling is in charge of, deals with the intense stress and mental health issues faced by officers each day. 

Eric and Tom have been dealing with a 4 year problem with neighborhood dogs and the city, county, canine car, and dog warden have been unresponsive. They tell Fred their story in this interview. 

Paul Bruno has written three extensive books on the history of Jeep. He speaks with Fred about all three and the continuing search for some original blueprints. His work spans years of research through archives and legal papers to give a full picture of what call "our Toledo Jeep". 

   Fred speaks with Roberto Torres about his run for Toledo mayor. Roberto is gathering signatures now to get  on the November ballot and talks about his chances runnning as an independent. Torres also answers questions about the city's challenges and how his administration would face them. 

Nick Eyde speaks with Fred about this year's Italian Bowl, once again being played in Toledo. Acitvities and tickets sales are underway including Italian cooking classes, and Italian language courses open to the public

The 18th annual Acoustics For Autism event is coming in early March to downtown Maumee and Scott Hayes has details on sponsorship opportunities and the search for volunteers. 

Learning Express in Sylvania has toys & gifts for children of all ages and is the perfect place for Christmas shopping, and beyond. Rene Rusgo speaks with Fred about the selection and picks some favorites for Fred's grandchildren. Learning Express is located in The Promenade Shops at 5577 Monroe St. across from Vin Devers in Sylvania. Find them on Facebook 

     Tim has details on the NASDAQ records set yesterday and a look at what might happen when the Fed meets Wednesday

Tim talks about what happened on Friday to give us a mixed close, and what might happend Wednesday when The Fed meets.

A down day on Wall Street has Tim explainiing the reasons and taking a look at what the Fed might do next week at their meeting.

    Wall Street saw some gains on Wednesday as we head to the end of the week with investors confident of more interest rate cuts to come next week from the Fed.

Maumee city administrator Patrick Burtch speaks with Fred about the recall effort of city council members, the recent sewer issues, Conant St redesign, and what if any responsibility he has for these projects and controversies. 

The Social Butterfly was on with Fred to talk about the Christmas Bazaar this weekend at St Clement Hall. Dozens of vendors, prizes, and two great food trucks will be on hand beginning at 11a. Free admission, free parking at St Clement Hall on Tremainsville. 

Ella Dudek of Eats With Ella talks with Fred about her now available cookbook 'Recipes From The Road'.  The cookbook is full of delicious recipes that Ella has prepared over the years for everyone from Bob Seger to American Idol. 

Big Brothers-Big Sisters CEO Dr Marvin Whitfield speaks with Fred about the Holiday Wish Tree mission currently underway. He also shares an incredible story of the impact a Big Brother can have on the life of a "little" over the decades. Visit www.bbbsnwo.org for details.