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Sunday, July 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation Outfit donated care packages containing clothing and basic items—shoes, socks, and shirts—to veterans at Merit House Senior Community on Friday. Founder Nikki Hernandez said the donation shows veterans are valued and urged community members to support them. WTVG
- ➤ Birmingham Branch in east Toledo celebrates its 100th anniversary today and stands as a community cornerstone—longtime visitors view this figure as more than just a birthday for the building. WTOL
- ➤ On the 35th anniversary of the ADA, community leaders in Maumee and Toledo are advancing accessibility and inclusion by promoting campaigns that remove both physical and societal barriers—highlighting events like Toledo's Disabled and Proud Fest and Maumee’s awareness efforts. The initiatives recall past challenges and aim to ensure that public spaces are accessible to all residents. WTVG
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio State Highway Patrol said a head-on crash on U.S. Route 6 near milepost 11 in Center Township at 3:05 p.m. Saturday left 42-year-old Wilson Sanchez dead—he was passing westbound traffic—while a truck driver and a passenger from Edgerton were seriously injured and taken to hospital. WTVG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Thayer Family car dealerships celebrated 90 years in business on Saturday in Bowling Green— hosting a block party and parade that showcased models sold over the years. WTOL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Toledo woman was arrested after allegedly striking a pedestrian and backing over the victim before fleeing authorities on Friday — she led a two-mile police pursuit, ran a red light, and crashed near Collingwood and Highland Avenue while facing charges of Felonious Assault and Failure to Comply. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lucas County commissioners raised property taxes on July 22 to fund maintenance of the Swan Creek ditch systems that have reduced drainage due to sediment buildup and flooding. One resident from Waterville, William Roper, attended the hearing and secured a change in his property’s soil grade to lower his tax bill. Toledo Free Press
- ➤ Toledo officials are asking residents to give feedback on trash and recycling services as the Republic Services contract expires in August 2026. Residents can complete a survey or speak at a City Council meeting (Aug. 7 at 4:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers). WTVG
- ➤ A contractor responded on July 26 to questions about the Broadway construction project in Toledo—he said planned adjustments might ease the delays and help keep the work on schedule. WTVG
- ➤ ODOT will host a gathering in Maumee on Aug. 4 — the event will mark the new diverging diamond interchange at I-475/US 20A, which will open later that week. WTOL
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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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14th Annual Barrio Latino Art Festival
7 PM-3 AM — 1411 Broadway St, Toledo, OH — Free entry — Celebrate arts, music, food, and more at this lively community festival!
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Sylvania Triathlon, Duathlon & Aquabike
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Olander Park — Registration fees apply — Experience one of the oldest multisport events with options for everyone, supported by enthusiastic volunteers and lively music.
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