Ashley Smith
Senior Producer | Multimedia Journalist
Toledo, OH
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Ashley Smith has been a member of the 13abc Action News team since February 2019.
She got her start in broadcast news at KLST-TV in San Angelo, Texas back in 2016, where she served as the host of their daily lifestyle show, and later became the morning anchor. In 2019, Ashley ventured north to 13abc in Toledo where she started as a News Producer. Then in 2020, she went from being behind-the-scenes to reporting as a multimedia journalist for several months, before returning to producing. Ashley helped launch Action News at 4 in 2021. In 2022 she transitioned to the role of Senior Producer, where she produces the region's most-watch 6pm newscast, along with spearheading special news projects and training new producers.
Ashley is originally from the California Bay Area, loves spending time with her rescue pets, and travelling.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 11:28 AM EDT
|By Ashley Smith and Debra Worley
Carol Miller walks to work each day picking up trash along the road.
Updated: Jul. 23, 2021 at 11:54 AM EDT
|By WTVG Staff and Ashley Smith
The school district said plans could change based upon COVID-19 infection rates and recommendations from the health department.
Updated: Jul. 22, 2021 at 6:09 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Avis was adopted by the Firelands Collision Center staff, where he will live permanently in their front office.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2021 at 4:49 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Recent heavy rains and humidity led to more mosquitoes swarming in Lucas County, but there are ways to protect yourself.
Updated: Jul. 16, 2021 at 11:53 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Two-year-old K9 Viggo is a “triple threat:” trained in finding narcotics, tracking (which he just started training on earlier in the year), and subject apprehension.
Updated: Jul. 15, 2021 at 6:18 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
According to Dr. Gawelek and her COVID-19 health team at the school, 63% of staff and faculty members report receiving their COVID-19 shot. However, only 37% of students have reported that they are fully vaccinated. To boost these numbers, the university is offering incentives.
Updated: Jul. 14, 2021 at 7:06 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Wood County, Ohio has changed drastically over the years. The Wood County Economic Commission says infrastructure is to thank.
Updated: Jul. 8, 2021 at 7:14 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Shelter will move to a 31 acre plot down the road in Frenchtown Township
Updated: Jul. 7, 2021 at 5:42 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The Girl Scouts says its youth membership fell by nearly 30%, from about 1.4 million in 2019- 2020 to just over 1 million this year.
Updated: Jun. 30, 2021 at 4:20 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The Home Energy Summer Crisis Program (HEAP) is designed to assist low-income households in paying their electric bills in the summer.
Updated: Jun. 24, 2021 at 7:03 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
After many years and missed opportunities, the group was able to purchase the building on E. Oaks St. in Bowling Green.
Updated: Jun. 23, 2021 at 11:04 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Open to people in the LGBTQ+ community for a discounted price. A portion of the proceeds go to The Trevor Project.
Updated: Jun. 21, 2021 at 11:32 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
After nearly 40 years of serving the Port Clinton Police Department, Chief Robert Hickman is hanging his hat and retiring from the force.
Updated: Jun. 17, 2021 at 5:39 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
ODNR hosts annual free fishing days, which coincide with Father’s Day weekend.
Updated: Jun. 16, 2021 at 6:46 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The city of Fremont hosted its first ever Community Cookout, with a goal of bringing residents together, and keeping the youth engaged.
Updated: Jun. 3, 2021 at 6:36 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
“Metro Beet” is a self-guided tour of urban farms and community gardens in the Toledo Metro region.
Updated: May. 27, 2021 at 4:58 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Ray Anderson was a kind, dedicated hard worker who touched many lives over his career of 19+ years while working at the Toledo Zoo. Now zoo staff are raising funds for a plaque in his honor.
Updated: May. 26, 2021 at 7:44 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Klotz Floral will shutter its doors Jun 26, 2021 after nearly 103 years in business.
Updated: May. 20, 2021 at 6:01 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Out of the 1,100 students enrolled for the Fall 2021 semester, more than 200 of them are vaccinated. President Gawelek says the university’s “80 in 80″ goal is ambitious, but necessary.
Updated: May. 19, 2021 at 8:12 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Mitson said he has not been able to fly in over 50 years and would love to go up in the sky again, so The Willows at Tiffin helped grant his wish.
Updated: May. 13, 2021 at 7:18 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The project first started in 2019, and has grown to include state parks and other outdoor reading trails.
Updated: May. 12, 2021 at 8:49 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
A local expert weighs in on why it’s so difficult for many Americans to fall asleep, and ways to combat insomnia.
Updated: May. 6, 2021 at 11:27 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
PFC Chavez served in WWII, and then again in Korea. He was Killed in Action in North Korea on May 31, 1953 at the age of 26.
Updated: Apr. 29, 2021 at 5:51 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
While lawmakers weigh the benefits and drawbacks of the President’s plan, Terra State says there’s no need to hold back on getting your education now.
Updated: Apr. 27, 2021 at 11:23 AM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
In a year where many events had to be put on hold, people like Daniel Brown-Martinez are stepping up to safely bring back the fun, all for a good cause.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2021 at 12:34 PM EDT
|By Jeremy Schneider and Ashley Smith
The Toledo Litter League will pit teams against each other to clean up zip codes around Toledo and Lucas County throughout the summer.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2021 at 5:16 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The sheriff's office says the pandemic and negativity towards law enforcement make it harder to hire and keep officers
Updated: Apr. 16, 2021 at 6:10 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The Art on Market Shoppes consists of six artists’ studios that double as retail spaces.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2021 at 6:30 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area has been in the city on a trial period since January 2021
Updated: Apr. 12, 2021 at 6:31 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The ODNR Division of Wildlife is providing access to the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area boardwalk for select dates during the spring bird migration in May.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2021 at 6:59 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
The drive-thru clinics kick off Friday morning at the Roppe Corporation Headquarters in Fostoria.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2021 at 7:00 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
After the fire, the Russells lost their at-home business and had to separate from their grandfather.
Updated: Mar. 25, 2021 at 5:58 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Part of the city’s master plan for affordable housing and senior independence
Updated: Mar. 24, 2021 at 6:25 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Wood County EMA weighs in on the importance of being weather aware.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2021 at 8:16 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Recent study finds speeding top factor in deadly teen crashes
Updated: Mar. 14, 2021 at 7:38 PM EDT
|By Ashley Smith
Investigators believe the woman was shot in a nearby alley.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2021 at 6:19 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Graze! Shared Kitchen goes “all in” with take-out and delivery options.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2021 at 6:50 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Defiance News Network gives students the chance to explore broadcast journalism
Updated: Mar. 5, 2021 at 5:38 AM EST
|By Ashley Smith
The 180th says 25% of the base has been vaccinated against COVID-19, about 250 airmen.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2021 at 8:23 AM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Fans of Mr. Freeze came out in droves for its opening day.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2021 at 10:34 PM EST
|By Alexis Means and Ashley Smith
The 61-year-old man was shot in killed on Stickney near Hudson in Toledo
Updated: Feb. 27, 2021 at 8:09 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Mt. Zion Church donates hundreds of food boxes to Toledo community
Updated: Feb. 25, 2021 at 8:38 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Due to high demand, families can now call ahead and schedule a free exam for their child at Owens Community College
Updated: Feb. 25, 2021 at 8:37 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
NAACP Toledo honors community leaders
Updated: Feb. 24, 2021 at 7:18 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
The Town Center at Levis Commons is celebrating its 17th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, with COVID-safe twist.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2021 at 10:18 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Representatives of S.T.A.R.S. (Standing Together Against Real Slavery) and the Zepf Center gave away free winter necessities during another pop-up donation drive.
Updated: Feb. 18, 2021 at 5:50 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Toledo-Lucas County Health officials are asking for patience when it comes to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2021 at 5:25 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Toledo’s mayor and Chief of Police were just some of the dozens that donated blood for the fifth annual event.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2021 at 5:22 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
Northwest Ohio woman honored by healthcare networking group Connextions for work with seniors.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2021 at 9:23 PM EST
|By Ashley Smith
More Lucas County residents are rolling up their sleeves for the Covid-19 vaccine. Hundreds more received their first dose at the First Church of God Sunday in Toledo.
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