Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Toledo.
The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio will host Practically Golf on Friday, June 26 at Promenade Park.
The event features a corporate tournament (starting at 1 p.m.) and public mini-golf play from 5 to 10 p.m.
The Toledo Department of Transportation announced that Adams and Summit streets will close Friday for the Juneteenth Parade, a local celebration of community history.
Drivers should plan alternate routes (DOT notice) as closures are expected to affect morning traffic.
Toledo Fire and Rescue Captain Aaron Hague will host a summer safety fair on June 27 that provides fire safety tips + community resource booths for families.
Residents are encouraged to attend and learn practical measures to help keep their neighborhood safe.
At UToledo's Health Science Campus this week, 25 nursing campers and 47 pharmacy students took part in hands-on training at the Lloyd A.
Jacobs Interprofessional Simulation Center to explore healthcare careers, with the camps sponsored by Walgreens, the city, and Destination Toledo.
The University of Toledo Board of Trustees approved a $1.2 billion budget on Wednesday and set a career-experience requirement for all students while planning to launch an AI program to boost learning opportunities.
At UT Health camp Tuesday, teens engaged in simulated blood drawing to explore medical careers.
Rising senior Charlotte Dvorscak from Fraser High School showed a keen interest in neurology.
Harvard Elementary closed after 99 years as part of a district transformation plan and students and staff bid farewell to the cherished (castle on the hill) school.
Nature’s Nursery is expanding its garden program to cut costs and supply fresh produce for injured and orphaned wildlife.
The center in Waterville added a pollinator garden and will use a grant for a greenhouse to have produce ready earlier in the season.
Lucas County Emergency Management Agency monitors weather days ahead using National Weather Service updates to coordinate resources with local agencies.
The five-person team will activate its Emergency Operations Center if severe weather causes major damage (as it did during a tornado in Point Place).
The Toledo Clinic evacuated Building 1 on Secor on Wednesday just before noon after over ten people experienced respiratory issues.
Officials confirmed patients are being monitored while a hazmat team investigates the cause.
UToledo Health will host a free, confidential clinic for rapid HIV and syphilis testing on Wednesday, June 24 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Walgreens at 4580 Monroe St, offering walk-in services administered by medical professionals.
The JiMiller Band LIVE
8-11 p.m. — The Golden Road — Enjoy cold drinks and lively music as The JiMiller Band brings the summer vibes back to Toledo.
Father's Day BBQ at the Zoo
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Toledo Zoo — Ticket required — Celebrate Father's Day with a BBQ buffet, live music, animal demonstrations, and kids activities.
Nike Basketball Camp at Maumee Valley Country Day School
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Maumee Valley Country Day School — $359 — Enhance basketball skills in a fun, competitive environment led by expert coaches.
SafeSitter Babysitting Course
9 AM - 3 PM — Notre Dame Academy — Pizza lunch included — Gain essential child care skills and earn a certificate for babysitting readiness.
Paddle & Groove Concert Series
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Middlegrounds Metropark — Cost Varies — Enjoy a unique floating concert experience while paddling along the Maumee River.
Memory Café
2-3 p.m. — Plate 21 — Free event — Engage in meaningful conversations with caregivers and loved ones over delicious food and beverages.
Yoga with Puppies
10-11 AM — Hollywood Casino Toledo — $20 — Unwind with adorable puppies and a gentle yoga session perfect for all levels.
Karaoke Night
8 p.m. — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No Cover! — Enjoy a night of singing and fun with DJ Ang in Toledo's lively atmosphere.
Star Spangled Celebration
7-11 p.m. — Centennial Terrace & Quarry — $5-$120 — Celebrate Independence Day with live music, food, and a dazzling fireworks display.
Toledo Farmers Market
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Toledo Farmers' Market — Free entry — Explore home-grown produce, fresh baked goods, and handmade crafts at this local gem.
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