Jack Bassett
Multimedia Journalist
Toledo, OH
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Jack Bassett joined the 13abc team in July 2020 after graduating from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts in Cinema Production and Visual Communication.
Jack is a Hoosier from Auburn, Indiana just north of Fort Wayne, just one and a half hours away from Toledo!
During his time at Indiana University, he spent countless hours working with student led media organizations. Jack hosted his own weekly segment: “Jack on the Street” spotlighting local businesses, events, and groups throughout Bloomington, Indiana. AT IU, Jack was active with the student news programs IU NewsNet and IU Student Television, where he followed campus shootings, Greek life, and the latest issues effecting students. Jack said he enjoyed getting to spotlighting unique people throughout the community most during his time student reporting and hopes to continue to do so here in Toledo.
Jack also has a passion for audio storytelling. He currently produces a weekly podcast focusing on environmental rights and issues for the state of Indiana. In his free time Jack creates podcasts spotlighting life and love as well.
When not working Jack has a love for traveling and attending concerts. Jack fills his summers going to music festivals and exploring the world with his friends. When he has time you can find Jack working out at a local YMCA or getting lost in the moment at a winery or downtowns farmers market.
As a new resident to Toledo, Jack would appreciate any possible story ideas, bar and restaurant recommendations, and positive vibes sent his way.
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Dozens of minority youth-owned businesses set up shop on Dorr Street.
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34-year-old Rachel Ciralsky died last June after a crash at the intersection of Bennett and Cloverdale in Toledo.
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The Genoa community is mourning the loss of a wife and mother. Amber Eichner went missing for two weeks, authorities later found a body believed to hers In the backyard of a Toledo home.
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Students from Hondros College of Nursing graduated Saturday and will soon help fill a nursing shortage.
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Jacob Goda will be the first-ever graduate of the school’s Inclusion Program, a curriculum that provides adaptive learning to individuals with disabilities.
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ARCA racing will return to Toledo Speedway on May 22nd with drivers from NASCAR’s Driver Diversity Program taking the track
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Emmalyn Rowan is battling Congenital Heart Disease, medical staff explain a new heart is the only hope for a long healthy life
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Jo’von Porter, better known for his rap name De De Porter, was shot and killed on March 3rd
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The restaurants closed early on Sunday and will be closed entirely on Monday just in case the staff experiences any side effects from the shots.
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With businesses across Northwest Ohio still searching for employees, In Oregon -- two restaurant owners believe the best way to attract people to work for them is by paying hiring wages.
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After weeks of renovations, staff with St. Paul’s Community Center and Shelter in Downtown Toledo re-opened their doors Thursday afternoon.
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University of Findlay economic students are learning about an emerging market.
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The mighty voice of a Findlay teen is receiving hundreds of streams on a song she wrote about the hardships of living through the pandemic.
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Hancock County Commissioners agree in principle to purchase a portion of the Findlay Mall in multi-million dollar deal
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A new centrally located park aims to beautify curb appeal and boost business growth in Gibsonburg
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Thanks to a partnership with staff at the University of Findlay and the State of Ohio 1,200 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are now available for students, while being administered by students.
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The tragic death of Dominic “Bama” Hunt is inspiring first responders to brush up on search and rescue skills.
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Servicemen and women took to the front lines to battle against COVID-19 in Fremont Saturday by helping vaccinate 300 community members at a local clinic.
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Staff with Defiance High School are expanding their efforts to teach students life-saving CPR through the kindness and generosity of the community.
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The former mayor and his wife are creating chilling candy concoctions thanks to a unique venture centered on freeze-drying products.
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Bowling Green activists and BGSU students are helping to tell the stories of survivors through an interactive exhibit on campus.
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Members of Perrysburg’s Coalition for Inclusion and Social Justice hosted a vigil at Woodlands Park to combat Asian discrimination and hate.
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In a Facebook post, Dale’s Diner staff confirmed they are shutting down operations due to a lack of employees.
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BGSU students are connecting with senior citizens to help fight social isolation during the pandemic.
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Library leaders say the construction project would double their current space and provide more resources to the community.
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The event, which was canceled last year due to the pandemic, is being re-imagined this year as a week-long egg hunt.
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Last year the Rosary sat empty throughout the Easter holiday but now church staff believe they have enough precautions in place to celebrate their faith safely.
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TPS in partnership with Health Partners of Western Ohio distributed 300 COVID-19 vaccines Saturday.
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An Ohio crime expert says he thinks violence is on the rise as a result of a combination of challenges presented across the last year.
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The Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a virtual movie premiere honoring the talents and creativity of children with disabilities.
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Rudo Jiu-Jitsu is strengthening the bodies and minds of men and women in blue at no cost thanks to a nonprofit group.
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Improvements to the region’s electrical grid will impact over 40,000 community members.
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The Humane Society and SPCA of Hancock County are getting help from the youngest of allies.
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BG City School students will be welcomed back in the building on March 29th after a special school board session Saturday
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The City of Rossford is hoping to score a $1.5 million investment to update the marina and build business on the waterfront.
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In a statement, BGSU board member Howard Traul explains “The problem is not fraternities, but instead the problem is underage, overindulgent drinking by naïve young people.”
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4 Paws For Ability places puppies in the hands of students who will train the dogs with basic skill sets to one day become service animals.
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Penta Culinary students served over 200 hundred “Jiggs” takeout dinners this St. Patrick’s Day
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Governor DeWine spent his Saturday touring COVID-vaccination sites across the state including locations in Findlay and Maumee.
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Governor DeWine watched on as over 2000 doses of the vaccine were administered at the University of Findlay Koehler Center
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The lives of David Misch, JoVon Porter, and Stone Foltz live on through their gift of life, by donating their organs.
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The college is rolling out new classes and infrastructure centered around the digital age.
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Findlay High School senior Lillian Meienburg, a type-1 diabetic is pledging her support to an emergency prescription law that could one day save her life and many others.
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An all-new 38,000 square foot space for Wood County seniors will soon open its doors.
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Marie Vogt established the Toledo Ballet in 1939 and led the institution for 55 years.
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Foltz was hospitalized following an alleged alcohol-related hazing incident at an off-campus event with Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity.
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A family attorney says the student remains hospitalized and is "fighting for his life"
University officials stating an alleged hazing activity involving alcohol consumption at a Pi Kappa Alpha off-campus event took place on March 4
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A historic downtown Findlay building is now the destination for local teens to express their artistic sides and develop skill sets for life.
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Hundreds of high school performers across the state are following guidance by the Ohio Educational Music Association to bring singing and dancing back safely while staying clear of COVID-19.
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