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Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Cherry Street Mission reveals a 4% increase in guests served, with the men's shelter reaching full capacity in 2025.  WTOL
  • A local couple has restored a historic Toledo home, originally built in the early 1900s, spending years to bring it back to its former glory before putting it on the market.  WTVG

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters are addressing a fire at R&M Recycling in Toledo, leading to significant road closures in the surrounding area.  WTVG

CRIME NEWS

  • Two men, Thomas Zuber and Ibrahim Akl, are charged with drug trafficking following an FBI investigation and bust in Toledo, uncovering a significant methamphetamine operation.  WTVG

CULTURE NEWS

  • Local author Tedd Long's publication, The Toledo Papers, illuminates the history of Toledo through letters and narratives, aiming to deepen community appreciation for its past.  Toledo Free Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The University of Toledo reports a record fall-to-spring retention rate and an increase in spring 2025 enrollment, with strategic efforts aimed at further enhancing student recruitment and retention.  The University of Toledo

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Toledo City Council unanimously approved an operating and capital budget totaling over $1 billion, with significant funds allocated to youth programming and a police cadet class expansion.  WTVG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Toledo Auto Show at Glass City Center

    The Toledo Auto Show features a range of automotive exhibits and offers general admission tickets for adults, seniors, students, and children, with specific pricing for each category.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • The Scribe's Art Spotlight Mixer - A Celebration of Local Talent

    The Scribe's Art Spotlight Mixer features live music, art displays, and opportunities to connect with local artists in a vibrant atmosphere.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Cookie Crumble Training Run

    Participate in a free 5 and 10-mile training run at Side Cut Metropark, followed by cookies and hot chocolate for all participants.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Junior High Division State Wrestling Championship

    The Junior High Division State event features competitive wrestling for participants categorized into Large and Small Schools, with awards for the top competitors in each weight class.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Pearl Make and Take Night at Flip the Table

    This interactive event offers participants the chance to shuck their own oyster and create a unique jewelry piece with the pearl inside, making it ideal for a unique outing or gift ahead of Valentine's Day.

    Mon, 2/10/25

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  • Chess Champions Workshop

    A student-led initiative at King Road Branch Library offering chess instruction and strategy improvement for all ages and skill levels.

    Tue, 2/11/25

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  • Interactive Toddler Storytime for Young Children

    This event features an interactive storytime for children aged 18 months to 3 years, engaging them and their caregivers in reading, singing, and play.

    Wed, 2/12/25

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  • Candlelight Concert: Valentine’s Day Special

    Experience a captivating Candlelight concert featuring romantic classics performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a cozy setting.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • Ken Ludwig’s Moon Over Buffalo - A Comedy Play

    This comedic play tells the story of a struggling 1950s couple trying to revive their careers while facing the pressures of Hollywood.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Kenny G Concert

    Renowned saxophonist Kenny G will perform live at the Stranahan Theater & Great Hall in Toledo.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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