This Week in Toledo, Toledo, OH (2025)

09/27/2025

• On Monday, workers at Libbey Glass organized by the United Steel Workers (USW) entered one month of being on strike. Workers have cited inadequate wages, rising health insurance costs, mandatory overtime, and the loss of union rights and protections as causes for the strike.

• On Tuesday, Toledo City Council approved special use permits to convert the former St. Anthony's Church at 1416 Nebraska Ave. into a community center and for the construction of a new Sheetz gas station at 5765 Secor Rd.

• On Wednesday, the Metroparks Toledo board voted to expand Secor Metropark by acquiring 14.74 acres of adjacent land for $135,000. The board also voted to increase the annual budget for portable toilets from $50,000 to $75,000 due to increased attendance and activity at the parks.

• Also on Wednesday, interim finance director for the City of Toledo Melanie Campbell informed Toledo City Council's Finance, Debt, and Budget Oversight Committee that total tax collections through August 2025 were $145.1 million, up from $136.6 million during the same time period in 2024. Collections for the road improvement fund are at $16 million, up from $14.9 million in 2024.

• On Thursday, comedian Sarah Silverman appeared on the television show "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?" and won $16,000 for the Aggie Fund, a Toledo-based nonprofit that provides funding for abortions.

• On Friday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the new $31.9 million Lucas County Canine Care & Control (LC4) building at 1301 Monroe Street. The building, which opens to the public October 4, is 39,300-square-feet and includes 177 kennels, an adoption wing, and nearly 8,000 square feet of outdoor space.

• Also on Friday, the Toledo Fire & Rescue Department announced that it had received $1,117,196.29 from the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to purchase EMS equipment with.

• The Toledo Police Department have received a $102,252 grant from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for traffic enforcement efforts.

• Four trailers at the condemned Riverside Mobile Home Park remain occupied despite city officials declaring it trespassing. The city declared the park unfit for human habitation after several years of neglect by the Chicago-based property owner, who has not paid property taxes since 2019.

• The City of Toledo plans to close the Bay View Retirees Golf Course at the end of the golf season in order to make room for planned improvements to the Bay View Water Reclamation Plant next door. The 11-hole golf course has been run by volunteers for 45 years with the land leased from the City for $1000/year.

• The City is applying for a $16 million grant from the Ohio Water Development Authority to cover the cost of fixing the collapsed sewer line causing the Arlington Avenue sinkhole. The sinkhole first appeared in September 2024; the city plans to have the sewer replaced by June 2026.

• Shimeako Cole, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Lucas Metropolitan Housing (LMH), resigned effective July 31 after being placed on administrative leave over "serious allegations" of misconduct. In a separation agreement, LMH agreed not to initiate a criminal investigation and offered her $43,507.82 in severance pay.

• The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library plans to offer an optional enhanced ID card in early 2026. The card will act as a form of photo identification that may be accepted by some institutions; however, it will not be considered a state ID and cannot be used as proof of identification for voting purposes.

• Transport Services, which offers tractor-trailer repair, sales, and rentals, has opened a new 18,000-square-foot location in Toledo in Point Place. The business plans to employ 15-20 people.

• This Saturday (September 26) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friends of the Library will be hosting a book sale featuring over 30,000 gently used books, CDs, DVDs, records, 8-track tapes, and board games at 1301 N. Reynolds Road. Each book is $1 or $8 for an entire bag.

• Next Monday (September 29) from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the City of Toledo will host a public meeting called "Talkin' Trash" at the Glass City Enrichment Center (815 Front St.) to hear resident feedback about the quality of trash and recycling collection services.

• Next Wednesday (October 1) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the City of Toledo will host its first Breaking the Cycle of Violence Summit at Imagination Station (1 Discovery Way). For more information or to register to attend, visit https://toledo.oh.gov/events/breaking-the-cycles-of-violence-summit

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News sources: The Blade, 13ABC, WTOL

09/20/2025

• On Monday, the Toledo Administrative Board of Zoning Appeals upheld the notice of noncompliance issued at 4004 Angola Rd. that stopped mining operations by Rocky Ridge Development at that property, plus 0 S. Byrne Rd. and 3920 Angola Road. Rocky Ridge Development says it has no further plans for the properties.

• Also on Monday, government officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Walbridge Park to celebrate the completion of a $13.5 million, 63-acre restoration project on both Clark and Delaware/Horseshoe Islands, the largest restoration project in the history of the Maumee River.

• On Tuesday, Lucas County Commissioners approved a contract with Maumee-based Buehrer Group to fix the leaking basement at the Lucas County Jail at a cost of $1.4-$1.85 million; they also voted to declare Sep. 15 through Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring four Hispanic individuals for their local advocacy.

• Also on Tuesday, conservative legal group The Equal Protection Project filed a complaint against the University of Toledo with the U.S. Department of Education alleging that eight scholarships provided by the University to women and minorities constitute discrimination under the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

• On Wednesday, the Lucas County Land Bank voted to move forward with redeveloping the Four Corners downtown with RKP Group. In 2022, the Land Bank approved working with Model Group and ARK Development on the project; however, that team notified the Land Bank earlier this year that they were unable to continue.

• Also on Wednesday, Toledo City Council's Zoning and Planning Committee approved a special use permit to convert the former St. Anthony's Church to a community center. It also approved plans for a new Sheetz Gas Station at 5765 Secor Rd. Both measures go before Toledo City Council for a vote September 23.

• On Thursday, city officials announced that the sinkhole on Arlington Avenue (which first appeared in September 2024) can only be fixed with a complete replacement of the sewer line at a cost of $16 million. The repair, which will involve installing 1,300 feet of pipe, is estimated to be finished by June 2026.

• Also on Thursday, city officials announced plans to create a 1-billion gallon water reservoir with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at a cost of $13 million. Construction is set to begin in 2029.

• On Friday, the Lucas County Auditor's office stated that $3.8 million has been returned to citizens through the Board of Revisions, which handles property tax valuation disputes. Approximately 8,000 parcels had their valuations challenged by property owners; 4,900 had their property values reduced as a result.

• Also on Friday, the Glass City Wranglers, a professional basketball team in the Basketball Super League, announced that they had secured the Glass City Center in downtown Toledo as their home venue for the 2026 season.

• A lawsuit has been filed by the Lake Erie Waterkeepers and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) against the Campbell's Soup Company plant in Napoleon, Ohio for illegally discharging wastewater into the Maumee River more than 5,400 times since 2018.

• Lucas County Engineer Mike Pniewski announced plans to construct fifteen new roundabouts in Lucas County over the next five years citing data which shows that the roundabouts reduce accidents. For example, the roundabout at Angola and King in Springfield has yielded five accidents since construction in 2022; in the four years prior, it had sixteen.

• Some tenants at the condemned Riverside Mobile Homes are refusing to leave despite being given 30 days to do so in May of this year. The city has allocated $200,000 for demolition of the property, which cannot proceed until all tenants leave. Those who do not leave by September 22 face trespassing charges.

• The Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA), which includes the Toledo Ballet, Toledo Jazz Orchestra, and Toledo Symphony, has rebranded itself as Live Arts Toledo. To learn more, visit http://liveartstoledo.com/our-brand

• Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) has won its vote to unionize with United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 2320, which handles bargaining for the National Organization of Legal Services Workers (NOLSW).

• Lucas County Canine Care & Control (LC4) is waiving adoption fees with the purchase of a $25 dog license from September 20 through September 27. The organization is also seeking individuals who can foster dogs between September 28 and October 3 while they relocate to the new building at 1301 Monroe Street.

• This Saturday (September 20) from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., residents can take a free guided kayak tour of the newly restored Clark Island and Delaware/Horseshoe Islands from the Maumee River Water Trail at Walbridge Park (2761 Broadway St.). To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maumee-river-island-restoration-kayak-tours-tickets-1646844599529

• Also this Saturday (September 20) the Arts Commission's Artomatic 419 event will take place for the first time in ten years at the Erie Street Market (201 S. Erie St.). Over 200 artists will have their work on display for attendees to peruse. The event continues through Sunday, September 21.

• This Sunday (September 21) from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and again from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., residents can take a free guided kayak tour of the newly restored Clark Island and Delaware/Horseshoe Islands from the Maumee River Water Trail at Walbridge Park (2761 Broadway St.). To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maumee-river-island-restoration-kayak-tours-tickets-1646844599529

• Also this Sunday, the Garmin Marathon Series will take place in downtown Toledo. For more information, visit https://www.garmin.com/en-US/garmin-marathon-series/

• Also this Sunday (September 21) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Multifaith Council of Northwest Ohio is inviting the public to gather at Park Church (1456 Harvard Blvd.) to recognize the International Day of Peace with readings, music, and poetry from ten local faith traditions.

• Next Monday (September 22) from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the City of Toledo will host a public meeting called "Talkin' Trash" at the Mott Branch Library (1010 Dorr St.) to hear resident feedback about the quality of trash and recycling collection services.

• Next Wednesday (September 24) at 5:30 p.m., the Lucas County’s Child Protection task force will hold a meeting at Lucas Metropolitan Housing (424 Jackson St.). The task force was convened to strengthen child protection following the murder of 13-year-old Kei'Mani Latigue in March. Meetings are open to the public.

• Also next Wednesday (September 24) at 5:30 p.m., a Toledo City Council Candidate Forum focusing on housing issues will be held at the Main Branch Library (325 N. Michigan St.) in downtown Toledo. The event is sponsored by Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity, the Toledo Chapter of the Links, Inc., and the library.

• Next Thursday (September 25) from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Glass City Center (401 Jefferson Ave.), Care for Kids is hosting its Impact 2025 showcase with over 48 local nonprofits benefiting children and family services. For more information, visit https://icareforkids.org/events/impact-give-back-learn-why-2025/

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News sources: The Blade, 13ABC, WTOL, Toledo Free Press

09/13/2025

• On Sunday, members of the newly former Executive Towers Tenant Association held a rally outside the building announcing that property managers Denizen Management had not performed any repairs on the building since last month, when the city cited the owners for several serious issues.

• On Monday, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) announced that Lucas County has the second highest volume of sandhill crane sightings with a count of 97. Wayne County had the most at 101. The cranes are a threatened species in the state.

• On Tuesday, Toledo City Council voted unanimously to remove mandatory off-street parking minimums and voted 11-1 to approve $125,000 for a consultant to designate local historical landmarks with Sarantou dissenting. Council also voted 11-1 to reject the repeal of a 25-year old ordinance granting automatic zoning change approval under certain conditions to properties between 606 and 636 S. Byrne Rd. and 3550 to 3636 Angola Rd. with Martinez dissenting.

• Also on Tuesday, the Lucas County Commissioners voted 3-0 to provide $500,000 to the downtown Hilton Hotel to stabilize that business' cash reserves. The commissioners also voted 2-1, with Lopez dissenting, to move $1,000,000 to the Lucas County Economic Development Corporation for future maintenance on the property.

• In further Tuesday news, members of the I-475 Neighborhoods Coalition held a protest and press event announcing a billboard campaign calling on government officials to cancel the proposed $217 million expansion of I-475 between Douglas Road and U.S. 23 from two lanes to three lanes.

• Organizers behind the annual Adams Street Zombie Crawl announced Tuesday that the event will not happen this year and there are no plans to organize the event in the future, citing security issues and the disruptive nature of the event to the businesses on Adams Street.

• On Thursday, the Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commission unanimously approved a proposal to develop a retail complex called Westgate North on Central Ave. near Secor Road, the former site of the Sears and Elder-Beerman stores, by spring or summer 2027. The request now goes to Toledo City Council for final approval.

• On Friday, city officials held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new accessible playground at Schneider Park. The playground cost $450,00 and was funded with a combination of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and council district 2's district improvement funds.

• Also on Friday, ProMedica announced plans to move its obstetrics program from Flower Hospital to Toledo Hospital by year's end.

• Phillip Tottenham, a Marine Corps veteran from Toledo, is participating in the Global Sumud Flotilla, a fleet of boats from 44 countries seeking to sail through Israel's naval blockade to deliver humanitarian aid to residents of Gaza. For more information, visit https://globalsumudflotilla.org/

• The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) has designated the former Omni Polymers site at Nebraska and Westwood as a Superfund site, requiring over 2,300 containers be identified and removed safely. The site was closed in 2024 when local officials found arsenic and mercury in a private sewer.

• Lucas County Probate Court Judge Jack Puffenberger has been awarded the Treat Award by the National College of Probate Judges. The award is given once a year to a judge whose impact is exceptional and enduring.

• Lucas County recently received an AA credit rating (the second highest) from S&P and an Aa2 credit rating (the third highest) from Moody's. S&P has also given a SP-1+ ("very strong") rating for Lucas County's $37.5 million bond for the downtown Hilton Hotel development and its $18.2 million general obligation bond.

• Whitney Manor (1868 N. Cove Blvd.) is being redeveloped by Unison Health into a 20-unit housing project with on-site substance abuse treatment and behavioral health services by spring 2026. The $4 million development will provide permanent supportive housing for people experiencing chronic homelessness in Toledo.

• Fall enrollment at the University of Toledo stands at 14,290, down 1% from 14,440 in fall 2024. Bowling Green State University's enrollment stands at 20,383, up 3.5% from last year, its highest increase in 18 years. Owens Community College's enrollment stands at 7,423, a 3.7% increase from 7,155 in fall 2024.

• Directions Credit Union is accepting applications for its Directions Cares for Classroom grant program through September 30. Teachers can win grants up to $500 for projects and materials. For more information, visit https://directionscu.org/cares-for-classrooms

• This Saturday (September 13) from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Toledo Museum of Art will host its 10th annual Block Party on the museum's campus (2445 Monroe St.). The free event features music from DJ Tony Rios, DJ Jalen Tol, the AHA Dance Troup, the My5stery Music Drumline, The Voice finalist Jan Dan, and a drone light show.

• This Sunday (September 14) at 12 p.m. (noon), the Toledo Warehouse District Association is hosting its annual "Wander the Warehouse District" event. For $15, individuals can get guided tours of 10 notable buildings in the district. For more information, visit https://www.toledowarehouse.org/

• Next Monday (September 15) from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the City of Toledo will host a public meeting called "Talkin' Trash" at the Heatherdowns Branch Library (3265 Glanzman Rd.) to hear resident feedback about the quality of trash and recycling collection services.

• Next Friday (September 19) from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Arts Commission's Artomatic 419 event will take place for the first time in ten years at the Erie Street Market (201 S. Erie St.). Over 200 artists will have their work on display for attendees to peruse. The event continues through Sunday, September 21.

• Also next Friday (September 19) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., the University of Toledo will host a free screening of the new documentary "The American Constitution" about the history and creation of the U.S. Constitution. The event will take place at the Savage & Associates Business Complex (2801 W. Bancroft St.) room 1200.

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News sources: The Blade, 13ABC, Toledo Free Press

09/06/2025

• On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against ProMedica alleging that it providing grossly substandard services at skilled nursing facilities. The suit alleges that ProMedica failed to create or follow individual care plans for patients resulting in pressure ulcers and inadequate hygiene.

• Also on Tuesday, Toledo City Council members signaled their intent to delay voting on a proposed ban on the sale of kratom pending the outcome of efforts by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to do the same at the state level.

• In further Tuesday news, the Toledo Women's Center announced that it now licensed to provide surgical and medical abortion services. For more information, call 419-478-6801 extension 1 or visit https://www.toledoabortioncenter.com/

• On Thursday, Lucas Metropolitan Housing (LMH) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil the four-story 45-unit Park Apartments at 201 Knapp St. The apartments will be available to young adults aged 18-24 who are experiencing homelessness or have disabilities. For more information, visit https://parkapartments.info/

• Also on Thursday, developer Liz Holland of Abbell Associates revealed plans to develop six retail stores and two restaurants in the vacant area in the northwest corner of Secor and Central, across from Westgate. The plan is contingent on approval by the Toledo Plan Commission and Toledo City Council.

• In further Thursday news, NBC debuted the entire first season of the new television sitcom "The Paper" on its streaming service Peacock. The show, by the same creators of "The Office", centers on a struggling newspaper called The Toledo Truth Teller. The show has already been renewed for a second season.

• On Friday, civic leaders announced that Toledo was in consideration for a grant from the Levitt Foundation that would provide up to $120,000 over the next three years for local music concerts at area parks. To help Toledo win the grant, text “Toledo” to 877-409-5525 or vote online to https://levitt.org/vote.

• Also on Friday, organizers for Party in the Park announced two more events for this year. The Menus will perform on September 12 at Morris Street outside Maumee Bay Brewing Company, and the Grape Smugglers will perform on October 17 at Ostrich Towne. Both events are free to attend and will run from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

• In further Friday news, the 53rd annual Greek Festival will take place at the intersection of Summit and Cherry Streets. The festival runs from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday (September 6) and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday (September 7). Admission is free for children 12 and under and $5 for adults.

• The Gunckel Memorial, a 26-foot tall pyramid at Woodlawn Cemetery erected in 1917, is being restored over the next 6-8 weeks at a cost of $166,000. The 1000-ton monument was built from rocks from all over the world to honor John E. Gunckel who founded the Newsboys Association in 1892.

• The Ohio Historical Records Advisory Board has awarded a $2,480 grant to the City of Toledo and the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library to scan and digitize 660 pages of historical plat maps, which detail the parcels of land on each street in the city. The scans will ultimately be posted on the Ohio Memory website.

• The Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel on Summit Street is listed for sale. The 241-room hotel features two full-service restaurants (Brim House and The Heights) and was acquired by First Hospitality Group in 2015 at a cost of $8.2 million, subsequently undergoing $35.3 million in renovations.

• University of Toledo professor David Kennedy is seeking volunteers from Lucas, Ottawa, and Sandusky counties to assist with a study on the danger of airborne algae particles. If interested, email [email protected] or call 419-383-6761. For more information, visit https://utoledo.edu/med/research/water

• It is estimated that over 100,000 people visited Toledo for Jeep Fest this year, adding an estimated $8.3 million to the local economy. Plans are already underway for the ninth annual Jeep Fest in 2026, which will mark Jeep's 85th anniversary.

• This Saturday (September 6) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Hoffman Road Landfill (3962 Hoffman Rd.) will allow Lucas County residents (verified by state ID) to drop off solid waste, including trash, furniture, carpeting, mattresses, wood, and scrap metal, for free. Tires will also be accepted for a fee.

• This Saturday (September 6) from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) is hosting a free open house at the new Toledo Center for Live Arts at 4747 Heatherdowns Blvd. For more information visit http://www.artstoledo.com/open-house

• This Sunday (September 7) from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., the Executive Towers Tenant Association is holding a community rally at 1910 Collingwood Blvd. in the Jefferson Parking Lot. Residents have formed a tenant union to combat worsening conditions and a lack of response from property managers Denizen Management.

• Next Tuesday (September 9) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) is hosting a free legal assistance session for parents to inform them of their child's rights in light of recent changes in state law. The event will take place at the West Toledo Branch Library (1320 W. Sylvania Ave.)

• Next Wednesday (September 10) at 5:30 p.m., the Lucas County’s Child Protection task force will hold a meeting at Lucas Metropolitan Housing (424 Jackson St.). The task force was convened to strengthen child protection following the murder of 13-year-old Kei'Mani Latigue in March. Meetings are open to the public.

• Next Thursday (September 11) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) is hosting a free legal assistance session for parents to inform them of their child's rights in light of recent changes in state law. The event will take place at the West Toledo Branch Library (1320 W. Sylvania Ave.)

• Also next Thursday (September 11) at 7 p.m., historian Diana Spalding will host a free lecture on the history of Jeep at Bowsher High School (2200 Arlington Ave.) as part of Toledo Public Schools' Local History Lecture Series. Attendees should enter through the cafeteria to get to the auditorium.

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News sources: The Blade, 13ABC

08/30/2025

• On Monday, Crane Development held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a development known as Huron Yards in the former Okun produce warehouse at 33 N. Huron Street in downtown Toledo. It will include a grocery store, apartments, a beer garden, a sports bar, and a co-working space.

• On Tuesday, the Lucas County Commissioners voted to approve engineering costs for upcoming repairs on the Lucas County Jail, including up to $100,000 for roof issues and $175,000 for concrete and water infiltration issues. Both projects are ultimately expected to cost $4 million.

• Also on Tuesday, city officials held a press event announcing that the first Breaking the Cycles of Violence summit, which will combat domestic violence and teen dating violence, will take place on October 1. For more information, visit https://toledo.oh.gov/events/breaking-the-cycles-of-violence-summit

• On Wednesday, interim finance director for the City of Toledo Melanie Campbell informed Toledo City Council's Finance, Debt, and Budget Oversight Committee that total tax collections through July 2025 were $126.6 million, up from $120.5 million during the same time period in 2024.

• Also on Wednesday, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at the University of Toledo's Carlson Library unveiling $3.5 million in renovations that improved access and visibility to key student services, such as relocating the learning enhancement center from the basement to the first floor.

• On Thursday, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library board voted to close the Toledo Heights Branch Library at 423 Shasta Dr. on January 2, 2026. The branch will be merged with the Heatherdowns Branch Library at 3265 Glanzman; officials are working to obtain land for a new consolidated branch to open in 2028.

• Also on Thursday, the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority approved a $575,000 contract with CHA Consulting, Inc. to develop plans for future renovation to the passenger terminal at Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport.

• On Friday, a Lucas County Judge ordered Mercy Health and Nationwide Children's Hospital to engage in mediation over a conflict arising from Nationwide attempting to partner with ProMedica for pediatric healthcare services in Toledo, which Mercy has prevented using terms in their own contract with Nationwide.

• A recent analysis showed the Glass City Center hovering around 43% occupancy; the maximum practical occupancy is 70%, while an efficient range is 50-60%. The same analysis found the projected occupancy in 2024 and 2025 of the Hilton Garden Inn downtown is 55%, while occupancy at the Homewood Suites downtown is 66%.

• Geyde Development is creating "micro" apartments, which will range in size from 400 to 700 square feet, on floors five through twelve of Tower on the Maumee (formerly known as the Fiberglas Tower). Rents are expected to range from $975 to $1,425 per month, with parking in the adjacent garage for an additional $80.

• City officials have stated that they are working to repair a large sinkhole on Woodruff Avenue that is 27-30 feet deep and has existed since last October.
A special part had to be ordered for the repair, and they anticipate being able to repair the sinkhole as early as the end of this October.

• Toledo Firefighters Local 92 have endorsed challenger Roberto Torres for Mayor of Toledo, while the Toledo Police Patrolman's Association (TPPA) have endorsed incumbent Wade Kapszukiewicz.

• Next Tuesday (September 2) at 12 p.m., the University of Toledo College of Law's Toledo Way Series will hold a free event titled "Integrity, Civil Discourse, and Practicing Law 'The Toledo Law'", featuring three current judges as speakers. For more information, visit https://www.utoledo.edu/law/events/toledo-way/

• Also next Tuesday (September 2) from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the University of Toledo is hosting a free event titled "American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads" to kick-off its faculty-led foreign policy discussion series. The event will take place in Snyder Memorial Building Room 2040.

• Next Thursday (September 4) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful is holding its "Green Time in the 419" fundraiser in Ostrich Towne. Tickets are $20. For more information, visit https://www.ktlcb.org/green-time

• Also next Thursday (September 4) at 6 p.m., the City of Toledo is hosting a neighborhood meeting to discuss details of proposed new developments at Westgate Village (near Secor and Central). The meeting is being held at the Sanger Branch Library (3030 Central Ave).

• Next Friday (September 5) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the City of Toledo will host a party to celebrate the re-opening of Broadway Street after over a year of major reconstruction. The party will take place on Broadway between Western and Crittenden Avenues, and will feature free food, activities, and a DJ.

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News sources: The Blade, 13ABC, WTOL

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