Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of September.
Good morning, Toledo.
🏘️ Community
Toledo has launched the Explore More Parks quest pass to encourage residents to walk and enjoy local parks today.
The program offers rewards for exploring the city’s green spaces.
💼 Business
Downtown Dough & Co. PizzAria opens at 329 N.
Huron St. offering pizzas, pasta and craft cocktails; the restaurant uses Italian flour and a 72-hour dough fermentation process to create a distinct dining experience.
🎭 Culture
Mixed media artist Hannah Bowlus is showing her first exhibit, Origin Point, at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion from July 29 until December 27.
The exhibit features five works & a 250-cube LED installation that explores simple geometric forms.
On Wednesday, Sept. 30, Beverly Jenkins and Nikki Payne will speak at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library Main Library for the Romance-Con Presents series, discussing her legacy in romance writing and Black history (registration required with book purchase, signing and photo opportunity).
The Arts Commission is accepting applications for its 2026 Merit Award that honors local artists in literary, performing and visual arts.
Interested artists should check eligibility details and prepare their submissions soon.
Grito Fest will run tomorrow from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. outside Latino’s (706 St. Clair), featuring live music, dance, crafts, science experiments, food, and lowriders.
El Corazon de Mexico organizes the event to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, with admission at $5 and free for children 12 and under.
This September, local music shines with American Idol alum Crystal Bowersox performing on Thursday, Sept.
10 at Cla-zel Theater in Bowling Green, while Music in the Gardens and other concerts brighten community venues later in the month.
The Maumee Film Festival will take place Sept.
25–27 at the Maumee Indoor Theater, featuring about 70 films along with a 48-hour Film Challenge, workshops, and networking opportunities for filmmakers and movie fans.
419 Music Fest will take place Sept.
26 at Promenade Park from noon until 9 p.m., featuring local and touring acts and live broadcasts on a Promedica screen (plus a mobile video screen to expand viewing). Proceeds benefit Toledo Firefighters Local 92 and partner charities.
Toledo native Michael Murray (32) has been named executive director of the historic Valentine Theatre.
He plans to expand community partnerships, broaden programming, and preserve the theater’s century-long legacy so more locals can enjoy live performances.
🎓 Education
Dr. Sharon Barnes from UToledo’s Department of Women’s and Gender Studies examined how Gloria Steinem’s legacy continues to shape local activism in Toledo as she reflected on her hometown roots.
The discussion highlights her enduring influence on community culture.
🏛️ Government
The Toledo Department of Transportation said three streets will be closed Thursday and Friday for pavement restoration in South Toledo — drivers should plan for delays.
The repairs are set to improve road quality.
Residents and City Council members voiced frustration over poor communication after a pair of explosions and a fire at Brent Industries, with officials set to provide clearer details soon.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Buffalo District) completed the first dredging project in nearly a decade at West Harbor in Lakeside Marblehead today, officials said.
The project is expected to help improve channel safety.
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