Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of August.
Good morning, Toledo.
HOPE Toledo received a large donation that will keep it running after auditors had questioned its future.
The nonprofit plans to use the funding to continue serving local residents beyond next year.
Dan Cummins, a veteran broadcaster with 50 years in the business, announced his retirement from WTOL after 46 years on the air.
His departure marks a significant moment for local media in Toledo.
Mind and Soul Gallery & Studios in downtown Toledo offers classes and workshops for artists of all levels.
The 6000 sqft venue — carefully restored — gives locals a welcoming space to explore painting, photography and many art forms.
Toledo’s Top Talent returns for season 4, awarding a $2,000 prize for winners in both under-18 and 19+ categories.
The show begins Sunday, Aug. 16 at 4 p.m. at Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts (adult tickets cost $10, children $5, with a Hyundai Elantra raffle).
Toledo Public Schools Budget and Finance Stabilization and Operations Committee met to discuss how funding cuts may lead to a levy as TPS faces a loss of millions.
Officials plan to study options to secure necessary resources for the school system.
A resident of Arrowhead Lake reported his water was undrinkable and that billing errors left him with a $400 bill on Friday, Aug.
14, while the Ohio Public Utilities Commission said it had no oversight of Universal Utilities (a local sub-metering company).
Residents at Keep It Simple Recovery House (owned by TruHealing) learned without written notice that state regulation changes will force its closure soon, leaving them to seek new living arrangements.
Local officials have yet to detail support measures for those affected.
Toledo is receiving $816,834 in state funds to repair sidewalk gaps near Shoreland Elementary School; the project will begin soon to improve pedestrian safety in the area.
Toledo health advocates urge residents to attend today's Black Men’s Wellness Day at Jesup W.
Scott High School from 7 a.m. to noon for free health screenings, a 5K Walk/Run at 9:15 a.m., and family-friendly activities (Kids Zone and a Senior Pavilion).
More Toledo women are rethinking when to start families as couples face fertility challenges and try new support options (this trend reshapes local family planning choices).
Local 13 Action News aired Aging Untold Extra on Friday, Aug.
14, a streaming show that discussed romance scams targeting seniors and the dangers of pressure sores. The featured experts explained caregiver tips and shared how the Sweet Julia Grace Foundation offers support (watch on demand now).
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