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AAA, local mechanic urge drivers to prepare their vehicles for winter weather
By Rachel Thompson
‘It was a miracle’: Van Wert Cinemas owners reflect on deadly tornado 24 years later
Rachel Thompson
Rachel Thompson
Reporter · Toledo, OH
Rachel Thompson is a dedicated community reporter with a focus on neighborhood initiatives and local events. She graduated from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and spent several years with the Detroit News before returning to her hometown of Toledo. Rachel is deeply invested in the community and enjoys telling stories that highlight local heroes and grassroots movements.
More from Rachel →Reporter · Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 9:09 PM · 1 min read
On the 24th anniversary of the deadly 2002 Van Wert tornado, the owners of Van Wert Cinemas remember the destruction, survivors and rebuilding efforts.
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