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Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mobile Meals will host a Father's Day Dinner for Dads, and CEO Alison Foreman and Linda Paetz (kitchen manager and chef) discussed the upcoming event on WTOL 11. WTOL
- ➤ The Junior League of Toledo is holding a diaper collection drive to support local families in need—community members are asked to donate diapers and essential products. WTOL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities arrested two individuals on charges of identity fraud and forgery after a task force found them with gift cards purchased using stolen credit card data near a local Walmart — officials said the arrest is part of a broader effort to curb organized retail theft impacting local businesses. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The new Lucas County Canine Care and Control facility nears completion at 1301 Monroe St. in Toledo and will replace the current Erie Street shelter with a redesigned space featuring more kennels, play areas and modern amenities. Appointed in March, director Dave Blyth leads the project as crews finish construction in August—plans opening to the public in September—aiming to improve care for local dogs. Toledo Free Press
- ➤ Attorney General Dave Yost announced the Opioid Remediation Grant Program awarded $2.3 million in funding this round to fight inmate addiction across 13 jails in 18 counties—now reaching 26 counties. The program gives up to $200,000 per jail for addiction services such as hiring full-time coordinators or contracting recovery companies, and the application window for 2025 funding runs through Dec. 1. Spectrum News 1
- ➤ Ohio lawmakers propose changes in the state budget that will trim Medicaid spending and require redetermination of eligibility every six months instead of once a year, which may reduce coverage for many (such as individuals relying on Medicaid after job loss). The governor will sign the final budget by June 30 (pending federal funding changes) and these adjustments could impact enrollment for thousands of Ohioans. Spectrum News 1
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Ohio DEBH Summer Symposium 2025
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West — Includes lunch — Dive into best practices for managing behaviors in educational settings with expert speakers and networking opportunities.
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Beer & Bacon Festival
3-7 p.m. — Hungarian Club of Toledo — Tickets required — Sample local craft beers and indulge in various bacon dishes.
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Fathers Day Car Show 2025
11 AM – 2 PM — Chrysler Toledo Assembly Plant — Free entry — Celebrate Father's Day with a showcase of vintage Jeeps, food trucks, and exciting door prizes.
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Camp NDA at Notre Dame Academy
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Notre Dame Academy — Registration required — Girls from kindergarten to 12th grade can enjoy a variety of engaging summer camps designed to inspire creativity and build confidence.
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Whiskey Myers Concert at Toledo Zoo
7:30-10 p.m. — Toledo Zoo Amphitheater — Tickets on sale now — Experience the genre-bending Southern rock and gritty country sounds of Whiskey Myers live.
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Paratech University Training Event
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Toledo Special Ops Training Center — Registration required — Enhance your heavy lifting and rescue skills with hands-on techniques and expert instruction.
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YOP Toledo Takeover
Jun 20-22 — Hotel Royal — $100 — Explore Toledo's architecture and preservation with workshops and exclusive tours.
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TECHLEDO Music Festival
3:00 – 10:30 PM — The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable lineup of talented DJs presenting the best in electronic music.
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5-Mile Walk at Swan Creek
1-4 p.m. — Swan Creek Preserve Metropark — Free — Experience a refreshing 5-mile walk while connecting with fellow adventure enthusiasts.
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An Evening With Will Howard and Jack Sawyer
7-8:30 p.m. — Stranahan Theater & Great Hall — Tickets from $84 — Hear captivating stories from Buckeye legends Will Howard and Jack Sawyer as they discuss their championship journey.
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