Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of August.
Good morning, Toledo.
A Toledo street was renamed to honor Lee and Vernon Liddell—the late owners of Liddell’s Barber Shop, a longstanding community hub that has served locals for generations.
The shop continues to operate today.
Toledo neighbors urged city officials to demolish a vacant property on West Oakland Street after trash, trespassers + syringes were reported near the home, saying the move will protect local children.
The Aurora Project launched its '40 Years Forward' campaign on Aug.
13 (marking its 40th anniversary) to raise $400K and keep services for homeless mothers and children available. The local effort aims to secure ongoing support as community needs evolve.
Residents near a vacant house on Langdon Street worry after finding trash and syringes, especially as local children play nearby.
City officials said the property (owned by Dianne Sheriff) is on the candidate demolition list and will be monitored until funding allows it to be torn down.
Georgette’s Perk Patrol, a Maumee coffee company owned by Sunshine Communities with 77 years of support for individuals with disabilities, now delivers coffee and offers job opportunities to local businesses in northwest Ohio.
The initiative aims to boost employment access throughout the area.
Toledo Pickle and Metroparks Toledo installed a large pickleball sculpture at the Glass City Riverwalk that may be the largest in the world.
The installation, part of local artist Dean Davis’ 100 Works of Art initiative, was unveiled Thursday.
To help students prepare for the new school year, Toledo educators are offering free library cards and local assessments, tools available now to boost learning readiness.
Residents who get a failure-to-file notice from the Ohio Department of Taxation should file their missing return using free online eServices+ a tax professional+ or mailing IT 1040 with all needed documents.
Act by the response date to avoid a tax assessment.
Wood County Hospital marked its 75th anniversary (today) with a community reception and ribbon cutting as it unveiled a new history wall and launched a capital campaign through its foundation.
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