Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Toledo.
The Islamic Center of Greater Toledo will host its 23rd annual International Festival on Sept.
20 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Sept. 21 (12 p.m. to 6 p.m.) at 25877 Scheider Road in Perrysburg + the event will offer international dishes, live music, dance, art, a marketplace, a children's area, guided tours of the historic mosque, and free admission with a $5 parking fee.
Salute to Carpentry is a local non-profit that teaches veterans carpentry skills to help manage stress and anxiety.
The Salvation Army of Greater Toledo will run its free backpack and school supply drive for students from pre-school to 12th grade from July 21 to 23 at its 620 N.
Erie Street facility in Toledo. The event will run from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. daily and requires registration documents (photo ID, proof of address, proof of children’s age, custody papers if applicable).
Salute to Carpentry is a local non-profit that teaches veterans carpentry skills and stress management to help them cope with anxiety—offering a new outlet through hands-on training.
Toledo police fatally shot 39-year-old Terrell Carter during a foot pursuit in east Toledo after he fired at officers, marking the second officer-involved shooting this month.
Kemarri Anderson, 25 and charged with aggravated murder, murder and felonious assault in the fatal May 19 shooting at a McDonald’s on Reynolds Road that killed Brandon Abbott, was found incompetent to stand trial yesterday—he will be sent to Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare and may become competent within the next year with a hearing set for June 11.
Richard Scheich of Northwest Capital pleaded guilty to multi-felony counts tied to a Ponzi scheme that misled investors and cost nearly $9 million - the Ohio Department of Commerce warns investors to confirm proper registration before buying private securities.
Lucas County Commissioners approved a resolution Tuesday to take bids for repairs at the existing jail—ending a decade-long plan to build a new facility amid funding concerns.
The assessment on Spielbusch Avenue will focus on life and safety updates with future work to follow.
A new roundabout at McCord and Hill is set to open later this week — city officials said it will help ease traffic and meet safety standards.
Girls Hub - Meet Toledo's 2025 Fearless Builders
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Main Library - Toledo Lucas County Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and empowerment with Toledo's Fearless Builders at the 'A Seat at the Table' exhibition.
Memphis Redbirds vs. Toledo Mud Hens
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Game ticket includes post-game concert — Enjoy a night of baseball with fireworks and a concert under the stars.
Perrysburg Boat Club Homecoming Regatta with The Crashers
1-10 p.m. — Perrysburg Boat Club — Enjoy live music — Rock out by the Maumee River with Toledo's favorite party cover band.
Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon
8:15 a.m. — Providence Metropark — Registration required — Experience the exhilaration of running alongside the scenic towpath trail at this popular local race.
NWO Business Mentoring Program Spring 2025 Cohort Celebration
4-5:30 p.m. — Fred H. McDonald Room, Main Library — Free entry — Celebrate the accomplishments of local entrepreneurs and the power of mentorship in the business community.
Russ Baum & Lopaka Roots Concert
7-11:50 p.m. — The Golden Road — $ — Enjoy live music from Lopaka Rootz & Russ Baum on the Gopher Broke Summer Tour.
The Greater Toledo Classic
3 AM – 3 AM — Highland Meadows Golf Club — Entry fee varies — Experience top-notch women's golf with the Legends of the LPGA and Epson Tour.
Cat Fanciers Association Cat Show
9 AM – 4 PM — Owens Community College — Entry fee varies — Experience a weekend of pure feline fun with judging and exhibitions of cats and kittens.
Americana Band Concert
3-4 p.m. — River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center — Free admission — Experience a musical journey through American history with ragtime, World War I, and big band favorites.
Shari Lapena Book Signing
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Franciscan Center of Lourdes University — Cost TBD — Experience insights from bestselling thriller author Shari Lapena while she discusses her latest works.
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