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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Toledo police obtained search warrants that raised questions about phone calls between Darnell Jones—facing more than a dozen charges in the alleged abduction and murder of 13-year-old Kei’Mani Latigue—and his mother, Linda Ogletree, as records from December 21, 2024 through March 25, 2025 were secured. WTVG
- ➤ Today, the Toledo Police Department held its first T.E.A.M. operation of 2025 called BLASER 3.0—making 141 arrests and seizing more than $4 million in drugs to combat gun violence and other crimes. WTVG
- ➤ Toledo Police issued a warrant for 36-year-old Sonny Fields after he allegedly shot a 36-year-old woman near Hamilton and N. Hawley just after midnight on April 29 — police said he fired at her car during an argument before fleeing. WTVG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Matt Bell—founder of Team Recovery—will earn his master’s degree in social work from the University of Toledo on Friday. He overcame a long fight with addiction to help others facing similar challenges. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ohio Governor Mike DeWine introduced a new program called Partners for Change on Wednesday at the Boys and Girls Club in Toledo to lower infant deaths and improve birth outcomes statewide. The effort will focus on Lucas County and partner with local hospitals (backed by a grant from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth) to expand care for expecting families. WTVG
- ➤ Bowling Green State University researchers are partnering with Toledo to strengthen community violence prevention programs with a $2 million Department of Justice grant — the three-year project will use evidence-based research to better align current strategies and develop practical community engagement plans with the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement. Toledo Legal News
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The Mix 2025
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Madhouse Creative LLC — $90 general admission, $195 for the elevated experience — Engage with vibrant local artists, live music, and delicious food to support The Arts Commission.
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Jean Holden Live Performance
7:15-10:15 p.m. — Lucille's Jazz Lounge — Tickets required — Experience the sultry sounds of Jean Holden, a celebrated Toledo vocalist and esteemed voice teacher.
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May the Fourth Be With You 4K & Wookiee 1K
8:40 a.m. — Second Sole — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Star Wars Day with a fun run featuring a Wookiee-inspired 1K and a speedy 4K race.
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Clue: A Murder Mystery
8 p.m. — Stranahan Theater & Great Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fiendishly funny murder mystery where everyone is a suspect.
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Musical Bingo: Women of Rap
7-9 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — Free entry — Test your music knowledge with a fun twist on bingo using hits from female rap artists.
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Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
6-7:15 p.m. — ProMedica Neurosciences Center — Free entry — A supportive monthly gathering for those affected by MS and their loved ones.
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Black Violin Concert
7-9 p.m. — Valentine Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an innovative fusion of classical music and hip-hop from the dynamic duo Black Violin.
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Night Market in the Garden
4-9 p.m. — Toledo Botanical Garden — Free entry — Celebrate the season kickoff of the Night Market with local artists and vendors in the beautiful garden setting.
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Maker's Mart: Spring 2025
11 AM – 6 PM — Handmade Toledo — Free entry — Explore local artisan goods and handmade treasures at this vibrant spring market.
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Mother's Day Brunch
12-3 p.m. — Cork & Knife Provisions — Ticket required — Experience a delightful Parisian garden-themed brunch with mimosa and lavender lemonade stations.
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