Monday, July 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On opening day at the Wood County fair, fairgoers enjoyed rides, milkshakes, and pork-a-lean sandwiches—while learning about farm heritage through local exhibits. WTOL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A contest is open for Toledo residents to win 2 tickets to see Whiskey Myers live at Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre on August 27 at 6:30 p.m.—the deadline to enter is August 10 at 11:59 p.m. WTOL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ University of Toledo microbiologists found that harmful algal toxins build up in the sand at Maumee Bay State Park and stay active for up to 28 days from samples taken last summer. Their research, published in the Journal of Great Lakes Research, will guide future beach rules — though experts say healthy skin contact is not likely to cause illness. Toledo Legal News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An audit of the Ohio Department of Aging found that only one in three staff from fiscal year 2019 stayed by fiscal year 2024 and that high turnover hurt communications with local partners — the report calls for clearer planning and faster responses to support Ohio seniors. Toledo Legal News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Angela Stanford won the Greater Toledo Classic on Sunday at Highland Meadows Golf Club after a sudden-death playoff that ended when she birdied the second playoff hole. The weather shortened the event to 36 holes—her first win this year as she played through a minor injury. 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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