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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sally’s Market at the Salvation Army in Toledo has seen a sharp rise in families needing food as local pantries struggle to keep shelves stocked. The market now serves 50 to 60 families a day — and with cuts in food bank donations, the Salvation Army must spend more on bulk food purchases — to meet growing community need. WTVG
- ➤ Paul Jeris, known locally as Put-in-Bay Paul, will launch into space on flight NS-32 from Launch Site One in West Texas at 8:30 a.m. CDT on May 31—he plans to honor his late father, a longtime NASA engineer, by checking off a top bucket list item. WTVG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ye Olde Durty Bird reopened 17 days after a fire on May 10 forced it to close for repairs to its kitchen wall and ceiling. The downtown Toledo restaurant now operates seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.—the staff said they are excited to serve the community again. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Richard Scheich, a Toledo investment firm executive, pleaded guilty on May 27 to two counts of conspiracy and three counts of selling unregistered securities in a decade-long Ponzi scheme that defrauded nearly $9 million from investors—he will cooperate with investigations into his co-defendants. WTVG
- ➤ A 24 year old Venezuelan man named Anthony Labrador Sierra faced federal court on May 27 for allegedly posing as a teen at Perrysburg High School by using a fake birth certificate and lying on federal documents to buy a gun — he is charged with illegal firearm possession, making false statements during a purchase and providing a false document, and he remains in custody at Lucas County jail. WTVG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An article published on May 27th explains what Memorial Day means to Northwest Ohioans by featuring personal stories and local reflections. It shows how residents honor service and tradition—illustrating the day's significance across the community. WTVG
- ➤ Thousands of fans filled the Glass Bowl on May 27 for the Hometown Heroes Glass City Live concert — the first major event at the venue since July 1 — and headliner Zac Brown Band performed with special guests Dustin Lynch, Luke Grimes and Gaelic Storm. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Officials unveiled the first of 23 murals along the banks of the Maumee River on May 27 to add color and local art to the riverfront. More murals will be installed in the coming weeks — the project will bring a creative boost to the area. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Toledo is asking residents to complete its Roads Input Survey as the weather warms—encouraging local ideas to help plan future road projects. WTOL
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Walleye will face the Trois-Rivières Lions in the Kelly Cup Finals after beating the Kansas City Mavericks in five games; game 1 is set for Saturday, May 31 at 7:15 p.m. at Huntington Center — both teams are seeking their first championship. WTOL
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Collage Classical Chamber Series: Sure On This Shining Night
6:30-8 p.m. — Toledo Club — $25, $15 for students — Experience a captivating recital featuring American and British Art Song in the beautiful Red Room.
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2025 NADD Toledo Kennel Club
May 30 - Jun 1 — Lucas County Agricultural Society — $30 per dog splash — Compete in distance jumps and qualifiers for NADD titles at this dog diving event.
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Candlelight: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Summit Toledo — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening of neo-soul and hip-hop classics under candlelight.
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FreeN' Fun Music Bingo
5-7 p.m. — JD's Pub — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of music bingo where you mark your cards with song titles while singing along.
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Personal Finance Workshop: Navigating Tough Economies
5:30-6:30 p.m. — ProMedica Ebeid Center — Free entry — Equip yourself with strategies to manage finances effectively during economic challenges.
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2025 Annual White Elephant Rummage Sale
5-8 p.m. — St. Pat's Cafeteria & Gymnasium — Free entry — Score amazing deals and discover hidden treasures to support the Toledo community.
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Jeffrey Oliver Bike Night
8-11 p.m. — Kickstand Saloon — Free entry — Celebrate bike culture with Jeffrey Oliver during this monthly gathering.
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Party in the Park
6-9:30 p.m. — Promenade Park — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Beef Carvers and The 25s with food and drinks available for purchase.
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The Ultimate Elvis Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — The Historic Ohio Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience an electrifying tribute to the king of rock 'n' roll.
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Open Home Showcase
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — 403 N Curtice Rd, Oregon, OH — Free entry — Explore a variety of homes for sale in the 43616 area with detailed listings and interactive tours.
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