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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation Saves is hosting an adoption event at Hollywood Casino on Derby Day—casino visitors are invited to try their luck on the slot machines and with adopting pets in need. The Blade
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 4, a fire in Toledo displaced a family that included a mother and several teenagers and left no one injured + fire officials reported that a cat was rescued. WTVG
- ➤ An electrical fire on the second floor of a home in the 3000 block of Inverness Ave on May 4 displaced a family of four; fire officials said a mother, several teenagers and a rescued cat were unharmed. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday afternoon, 13 Action News crews saw multiple BCI Crime Scene Unit vehicles on High Oaks as BCI assisted local police with a Sylvania Twp investigation. WTVG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduates moved their tassels during the spring undergraduate commencement at University of Toledo’s Savage Arena in Toledo on Saturday. The Blade
- ➤ Rachael Pirrami, a UToledo graduate who earned both her Pharm.D and M.B.A on Saturday and became the first doctor in her family, will soon start a Global Clinical Supply Chain Fellowship at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Her leadership roles at UToledo prepared her well—she served as president of the Student College of Clinical Pharmacy—for a competitive career in supply chain operations. The University of Toledo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Representative Latta honored students accepted to military academies at a ceremony hosted by the 180th Fighter Wing—recognizing local youth heading toward military careers. WTOL
- ➤ Toledo will use its own budget to fund summer youth programs after federal pandemic relief ended— officials say the fund will ensure safe activities for kids— and the programs will run throughout the summer. WTOL
- ➤ Today, Attorney General Dave Yost filed a motion to have the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System co-lead a securities class-action lawsuit against GSK — accused of hiding decades-old cancer risks in its heartburn drug Zantac that led to billions in investor losses. The lawsuit, filed in federal district court in Pennsylvania, names three company executives as defendants. Toledo Legal News
- ➤ Ohio voters will cast their ballots in the May primary election scheduled for Tuesday—officials are finalizing poll setups and security measures ahead of the vote. WTVG
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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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Spring Pearl Shucking Event
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — $30 — Discover the joy of shucking oysters and creating beautiful pearl jewelry in a fun, interactive setting.
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Frantic Finish 5K
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Olander Park — Registration fees apply — Run through scenic loops in Olander Park and enjoy the post-race festivities.
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Art Book Club: The Signature of All Things
5:30-7 p.m. — Toledo Museum of Art — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about Elizabeth Gilbert's captivating novel and its themes.
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Cruisin' The Point Car Show
6-8 p.m. — Toledo Yacht Club — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars with friends while enjoying great food and drink specials.
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