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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Lucas County Public Library will celebrate the Birmingham Branch's 100th anniversary tomorrow, July 26th, at 203 Paine Ave in east Toledo from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the free event will feature fun activities, games, and Tony Packo's hot dogs. WTOL
- ➤ Lucas County Children Services hosted community conversations when Hope Bland and Andrea Carmona explained the new program on WTOL 11—local families will soon have a forum to voice concerns about child services. The initiative is expected to guide improved support and communication. WTOL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday afternoon, a crash on Douglas Road killed one person and injured two others when an SUV struck a motorcycle—47-year-old Scott Gaynor was pronounced dead at Toledo Hospital while the SUV driver and a 5-year-old passenger were treated. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Ohio Casino Control Commission announced Thursday it confiscated 104 illegal gaming machines from Shamrocks on Navarre Ave. in Oregon and West Alexis Rd. in Toledo along with $50,000 and documents (the investigation continues). WTVG
- ➤ Dr. Andrew Campbell pleaded no contest to three counts of aggravated arson after setting another doctor’s home on fire on Carrietown Lane in Sylvania Township + a firefighter was injured during the incident which left the victim’s home unlivable. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maumee city administrator Patrick Burtch will retire on Aug. 16 after more than five years marked by both bold initiatives and strong public criticism — supporters highlight his work on addressing sewage issues while critics note rising water bills and traffic changes. The city has not yet named his replacement or confirmed the timeline for the transition. WTOL
- ➤ Officials held a flag-raising ceremony in Toledo to honor the historic regiment of Buffalo Soldiers — state Sen. Paula Hicks-Hudson said their brave deeds have shaped northwest Ohio for decades. WTOL
- ➤ Corrections officers at Lucas County jail manage a mental health wing that holds 24 high-risk inmates as they face daily crises and limited resources. They repurposed several units due to a canceled jail project and work with empathy—using food and conversation to de-escalate tense situations. WTOL
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Toledo Princess Day
10 AM – 6 PM — The Pinnacle — Ticketed event — Experience a magical day filled with princess performances, crafts, and a parade for little dreamers.
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Wicked Wheels Car Fest
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Homecoming Park — Free entry — Enjoy an array of vehicles and family-friendly activities at this annual car fest.
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Tyler Hubbard Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Centennial Terrace — Tickets from $67 — Experience an evening of live music with Tyler Hubbard in Sylvania, OH.
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Toledo Takes on ALS
Enjoy an evening raising a glass to support those with ALS & those we have lost, tasting over 25+ local & national craft breweries, cideries, & wineries. We'll also have a silent auction, bourbon raffle, yard games & more!
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