Good morning, Toledo.

Levis Commons Town Center hosts free summer events this weekend in Perrysburg.

Enjoy Crystal Bowersox’s concert Friday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday’s Red, White and Blue Fun Run at 8 a.m. (registration is $25 with early T-shirts), plus a classic car show and superhero meet and greet.

Downtown Jefferson Avenue reopened today after the owner of Hotel Lorraine finished repairs to secure the building—boosting safety and easing traffic for local businesses like Monro Brakes and Tires Center.

The Victory Center is recruiting volunteers to rappel a 16-story building on Sept.

4 at 300 Madison Ave in downtown Toledo. Participants must raise a minimum of 1,000 dollars to support free cancer services for patients and survivors in Northwest Ohio.

Grain exports at the Port of Toledo nearly tripled from last year as corn drove most of the growth, based on data released June 22.

This surge marks a notable boost for local trade.

UToledo graduate students revived their physics outreach program—making up for the pause during the pandemic—with 40 events held this academic year.

They engaged local schools and the community through hands-on demos and events like the Pumpkin Fling.

Dr. Carnel Smith held his 24th annual youth football camp free for children at Scott High School and received a 1,300-dollar Helping Hand donation to keep the camp free next summer.

Smith said the camp teaches lessons on discipline, confidence and accountability + inspires leadership.

University of Toledo history experts kick off the Understanding the World series on Thursday, June 25 at 3 p.m. at the Public Library, where Dr. Shingi Mavima & Boitshoko Molefhi will discuss Africa and the U.S. in a world of shared power.

UToledo environmental science students and faculty are tracking spotted turtles nesting in western Lucas County this summer.

The research, supported by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, uses radio telemetry to record nest temperatures and assess how warmer weather may affect turtle reproduction.

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library will close its Holland Branch on Sept.

25 and build a new facility set to open in 2028 as staff are reassigned and patrons are encouraged to use other branches or digital resources. The decision follows community input and early design work.

UToledo researchers found that the bacterial molecule enterobactin lowered cell energy in inflamed gut tissues, which may ease intestinal inflammation; the study published in Gut Microbes showed that mice treated with a breakdown product had healthier gut linings and reduced inflammation.

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services announced June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month and urges Ohioans to check for signs of abuse and report concerns.

Resources (including warning signs and hotline info) are available through the Age Safely, Ohio campaign.

Residents at Palmer Gardens are moving into renovated units after Lucas Metropolitan Housing completed the first phase of upgrades including new flooring, paint, appliances and air conditioning (College HUNKS Moving assisted with moves).

Full renovations on all 75 units across 13 buildings will be finished next year.

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.

Music Under the Stars

7:30-9 p.m. — Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre — Free entry — Enjoy the sounds of popular regional bands in a lovely outdoor setting.

Karaoke Night with DJ Ang

8 p.m. — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No cover — Sing your heart out at a lively karaoke night with free parking and an open patio.

The Twenty Fives Live at Bier Stube

6-10 p.m. — Bier Stube — Cover charge varies — Experience the energetic tunes of Classic Alternative and Modern Rock by The 25's.

Killer Queen Tribute Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Centennial Terrace & Quarry — Discount tickets available — Experience a tribute to Queen with concerts that deliver the ultimate nostalgia.