Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
Good morning, Toledo.
The Rossford Bulldog Foundation will host the 2025 Bands for Bulldogs Music Festival on Sunday from 1 to 6 p.m. at Moe’s Place, Danny’s Cafe, Red’s, and Cinco de Mayo—live music, food, games and a Rossford High School drum line kickoff will benefit local schools.
Toledo Pride celebrates Sweet 16 this weekend at Promenade Park—beginning Friday at 5 p.m. with a family-friendly Nite Glo 5k, moving to a parade Saturday at noon on Adams St., and closing Sunday with a Big Rainbow Brunch that requires a $5 wristband.
Republic Services resumed trash collection today after a contract was reached amid worker strikes, yet some Toledo residents still face overflowing bins and worries about pests.
Local officials confirmed that regular service has been restored despite delays in certain areas.
Today, Class 299 ran from International Park to the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department memorial at Chub DeWolfe Park as part of the Legacy Run tradition, which honors local firefighters—continuing the department’s recruitment of community support.
The family filed a lawsuit against Stellantis after a Jeep worker was crushed at the plant, claiming the fatal accident was linked to poor safety measures.
A 67-year-old Waterville man suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a distracted driver— a 35-year-old from Detroit— in a parking lot at Best Transmission and Auto Repair Monday morning and was taken to a hospital.
In 2005, a duck hunter found a skeleton on the shores of Lake Erie in Jerusalem Township.
Officials have not identified the remains despite extensive testing — the investigation continues.
The Perrysburg Board of Education will vote on Aug.
18 on appointing Dr. Kadee Anstadt as interim superintendent; if approved, she will begin on Aug. 19—after Tom Hosler leaves to lead the Ohio School Boards Association. Anstadt, who started teaching in Perrysburg in 2005 and served as superintendent at Washington Local Schools, was chosen as the most qualified among several candidates.
Toledo Lucas County Public Library offers free educational resources for students and families during the school year—these include homework help, digital tools, free printing, study spaces, and enrichment activities at its 20 branches.
Residents can get a free library card to access all of these services.
Extensive flooding has been reported on Glendale Ave near the Anthony Wayne Trail and 13 action news crews are on scene—authorities are monitoring the situation for further updates.
Grave Next Door Live at The Golden Road
7-11:30 p.m. — The Golden Road — $10 pre sales — Enjoy the live music of Grave Next Door in a vibrant venue with great acoustics.
Columbus Clippers vs. Toledo Mud Hens
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling AAA baseball game with a bobblehead giveaway and a postgame concert featuring Fooz Fighters.
Get the Led Out
8 PM — Huntington Center — $29.50-$65 — Experience the epic sounds of Led Zeppelin as Get the Led Out delivers a rock concert like no other.
Columbus Clippers at Toledo Mud Hens
2:05-3:35 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Free entry for the first 1,500 kids — Enjoy a thrilling game with player autographs and meet Bluey in her final appearance of the season.
Glass City Metropark Trolley Park Tour
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Glass City Metropark — $5 per person — Discover Toledo's nature and wildlife from the comfort of an open-air trolley.
German-American Festival
8 PM – 1 AM — Oak Shade Grove — Enjoy authentic German cuisine and lively entertainment.
Cosmic Takeover Tour: Tri-City Chili Peppers vs Toledo Mud Hens
7:30-9 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling baseball matchup under the stars as the Chili Peppers face off against the Mud Hens.
German American Festival
2 PM – 1 AM — Oak Shade Grove — Admission details not specified — Celebrate German culture with food, beer, music, and entertainment at Toledo's oldest ethnic festival.
Summer Vibez R&B Picnic
3-8 p.m. — Walbridge Park Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy family vibes with food trucks and live music in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
PLC/HMI Training Seminar
8 AM – 3 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Perrysburg — Registration required — Learn practical PLC and HMI skills with hands-on training from experts.
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