Good morning, Toledo.

The 'Barefoot at the Beach' event celebrates 24 years of support for local youth by featuring live entertainment and food from more than 30 restaurants — it benefits the Boys & Girls Club.

Barefoot at the Beach 2025 — a local event — will support Boys and Girls Club programs and help all kids in the city succeed.

Volunteer firefighter numbers have fallen as calls for service increase—straining local emergency response in Toledo.

Rising rental costs are pushing many residents out of the real estate market and deepening the local housing challenge.

Toledo Pride will hold its annual three-day party in August to avoid competing with larger city celebrations in June—organizers expect the event to boost local pride and community participation.

On Aug. 12, Lucas County Commissioners honored retiring sanitary engineer Jim Shaw—whose work on Toledo’s algal bloom was vital—and welcomed his replacement, Nate Inkrott.

The meeting also approved contracts for roundabout installations, facility improvements, and a change in role for Stifel, Nicolaus & Company that will take effect in 2026.

Developers are eyeing western Lucas County for data centers as community leaders consider zoning changes that could bring in tech jobs and revenue.

Waterville Township will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 18 at 7 p.m. — Waterville City will have a second reading on Monday, August 25 at 7:30 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

Jamie Lever Live Comedy Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Maumee Indoor Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter and vibrant Bollywood performances with Jamie Lever.

Pulse Boxing Championship

5-7 p.m. — Huntington Center — Tickets available now — Exciting boxing match featuring local and notable fighters, including a title bout.