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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Broadway Street construction, which began last summer and was delayed by a water line break, has finished and the neighborhood celebrated with dancing and games on Friday—business owners and longtime residents now welcome a fresh start on the street.  WTVG
  • On Friday night, the 180th Fighter Wing conducted flyovers at seven local high school football games as area schools held Military Appreciation Nights to honor military families—service members were admitted free with valid IDs.  WTVG

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Workers at Libbey Glass have been on strike for 15 days as they demand a fair contract after issues with mandatory overtime, wages, and health care costs remained unresolved since the company filed for Chapter 11 in 2020 — riders from Ohio and Michigan joined the picket line to support the workers, who say they will remain on strike until Libbey meets their demands.  WTOL

CRIME NEWS

  • Judge Michael Goulding denied a motion to dismiss the death penalty specifications for Darnell Jones, who is accused of killing 13-year-old Kei'Mani Latigue in March in east Toledo—he faces a pretrial hearing on Sept. 19 at 9 a.m.  WTOL
  • Toledo police cadet Tanna Sherman resigned after her arrest for domestic violence and assault (court documents state she allegedly punched her child's father multiple times).  WTOL

CULTURE NEWS

  • The 53rd annual Greek-American Festival is scheduled for this weekend and will offer food, music, and dance to celebrate Greek heritage. Organizers say Toledo residents can join in the fun—experiencing cultural events and local vendors throughout the day.  WTVG
  • Toledo Wine Share, a new speakeasy at 23 N. Huron, opens for tours and tastings on September 13th—inviting guests to relive the Prohibition era with a password for entry. Owners Angel and Kathryn Tucker plan to offer small group tours of the renovated space that will serve a dozen in-house wines made from Washington grapes.  Toledo City Paper

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Toledo Zoo will hold a free three-day international conservation symposium at the Malawi Event Center from Oct. 21–23 to celebrate its 125th anniversary. Scientists and educators from around the world will share insights on local and global wildlife efforts—RSVP is encouraged due to limited seating.  WTOL

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Battle of Toledo Bike Race 2 took place yesterday in Toledo as local cyclists completed a challenging course amid strong community support—organizers said the event provided key insights for planning future races.  WTVG

EVENTS

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  • Toledo Home Show

    10 AM – 5 PM — Glass City Center — Free entry — Explore a variety of home improvement professionals in an interactive and inspiring environment.

    Sun, 9/7/25

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  • Toledo Open Golf Tournament

    7 a.m. — Stone Oak Country Club — Registration Deadline Sep 1 — Compete in a thrilling golf tournament at a premier venue.

    Mon, 9/8/25

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  • Louisville Bats vs. Toledo Mud Hens

    6:35-8:05 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Check website for ticket prices — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with Hens & Hounds night at the final homestand of the season.

    Tue, 9/9/25

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  • 2025 International Festival

    11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Erie Street Market — Free entry — Experience diverse cultures through performances, food, and local vendors at this vibrant festival.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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  • MetroBarks Yappy Hour

    5-7 p.m. — Middlegrounds Metropark — Free entry — Enjoy a tail-wagging good time with dog-friendly activities and giveaways.

    Sun, 9/14/25

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