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Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 11, the Godbee family's home on the 1700 block of Glastonberry Road in Washington Township burned completely with all belongings lost, and neighbors plus local businesses donated school supplies and essential items — the family now stays at a hotel courtesy of the American Red Cross while they await their insurance claim and plan to rebuild. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Toledo judge ordered a North Toledo bar to close for one year after four people were shot on July 6—two of them died in the incident. The Blade
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Owens Community College announced that it will offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree for the first time in 60 years—this new program will launch later this academic year to meet the growing need for qualified nurses locally. WTOL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Ridge Development LLC filed an appeal with the Board of Zoning Appeals after the city issued a stop-work order last month at its mining operation on Angola Road (citing zoning violations). City council had already rejected the company’s proposals for zoning changes (official report). WTVG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Toledo’s annual Black Men’s Wellness Day will be held on Aug. 16 at Scott High School on Collingwood Blvd from 7 a.m. to noon—offering free health screenings, a special seniors area, interactive activities for kids and a 5K walk and run starting at 9:30 a.m. The African American Male Wellness Agency is hosting the event to help Toledo residents access vital health resources and celebrate community unity. WTVG
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Toledo-born wrestling legend Gregory M. Wojciechowski—known as The Great Wojo—died at 73. The Blade
- ➤ Detroit Tigers prospect Max Anderson hit his first Triple-A home run and recorded three hits as the Mud Hens beat the Clippers — with starting pitcher Alex Cobb effective — marking a key moment in the game. The Blade
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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.
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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.
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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.
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German-American Festival
8 PM – 1 AM — Oak Shade Grove — Enjoy authentic German cuisine and lively entertainment.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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St. Paul Saints vs. Toledo Mud Hens
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Check website for ticket info — The Toledo Mud Hens host the St. Paul Saints in a thrilling six-game series showdown.
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Ghost Hunting & The Study of Paranormal
6 p.m. — Owens Community College — Course fee applies — Dive into the mysteries of the paranormal with evidence gathering and insights from a seasoned investigator.
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