Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
Good morning, Toledo.
Toledo police are searching for a hit-and-run suspect after a pickup truck struck a mini bike near Maple Creek Apartments off Lewis Avenue Tuesday night in west Toledo, leaving a 33-year-old driver with serious injuries and a 31-year-old passenger with minor injuries; the truck fled the scene and was later found unoccupied.
Kejuan Lucas, 24, was arrested on July 11 in connection with the triple shooting outside Whitmer High School on Oct.
6, 2022, where three people, including a student, were injured—he faces three counts of felonious assault and multiple weapons charges and is due back in court on July 24.
Earth, Wind and Fire, led by original member Verdine White, will perform Tuesday, July 29 at the Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre.
The band will deliver a tight, choreographed show that promises to thrill the audience with timeless funk, soul and pop hits — keeping their celebrated legacy alive.
At Tuesday night’s city council meeting, officials extended the demolition permit moratorium on historic buildings by six months, keeping permits on hold until Jan.
17 for sites like Sacred Heart Catholic Church (a building over 140 years old). The council said the extension will help list these structures on the National Register for tax credits and preservation tools.
Toledo City Council voted down three ordinances on July 15—ending proposed general industrial rezoning near residential areas—and a stop work order was posted at Rocky Ridge to halt unauthorized mining.
Local residents celebrated the decision while urging accountability for the ongoing development issues.
OhioGuidestone has unified its walk-in behavioral health services under the ReadyCare brand to offer quick mental health care with 12 clinics statewide - a change that helps cut appointment delays.
Local groups have scheduled summer activities featuring guided kayaking, yoga and runs at local parks - giving Toledo residents new ways to stay active.
A guide to Toledo’s dog-friendly patios lists local restaurants where pet owners can dine outdoors with their dogs & enjoy a range of menus.
The guide offers essential details like addresses, hours, and contact numbers to help residents choose the best spot.
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.
Barenaked Ladies Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Toledo Zoo Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey with Barenaked Ladies on their Last Summer On Earth Tour 2025.
Dueling Decades Dance Party
7:30-11 p.m. — Centennial Terrace — $25 general admission — Dance through the decades in 80s or 90s attire with music, contests, and themed cocktails.
SMARTS Ballers Bash Youth Softball Tournament
4 Game Guarantee — Stoneco Park — No gate fees — Compete for championship rings with great fields and professional staff.
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