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The story behind the law that’s keeping a splash pad in Toledo shut down
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Savage Park splash pad hasn’t been open this year because it’s not in compliance with a state regulation. Makenna’s Law, which took effect in Ohio in April 2023, says water pressure can’t harm any patrons and the flow rate through a feature nozzle can’t exceed twenty feet per second.
Adams Street Block Party draws a crowd to UpTown Toledo
Vendors and families took to Adams Street in UpTown Toledo Saturday to play games, celebrate the summer weather, and support local businesses and artists during the 10th annual Adams Street Block Party. “We just happened to stumble in to it,” Edie Munoz, 43, who lives in downtown, said as she rummaged through House of Dow with a drink and friend. House of Dow offered a discount on its goods, an incentive to take a break from the heat outside and peruse wares, but outside, kiddie pools full of water balloons awaited their fabled battle, Village on Adams members taxied attendees up and down the street in golf carts, and $5 could buy you three chances at sinking Mac Driscoll, a Toledo City Council member, into a vat of water. While not there in his “official” capacity Mr. Driscoll said he was invited by the the event’s organizer, the Village on Adams, and was happy to aid in convincing many there to pay the entrance fee to take a few throws at him.
'There's some pretty sizable shows coming': Summer concert series at Promenade Park beginning in July
TOLEDO, Ohio — This summer's highly anticipated concert series at Promenade Park is nearing. The changes are already noticeable and Hunter Brucks, the person behind the concert series in downtown Toledo this year, says another big announcement is coming soon. Crews of more than a dozen were working on...
Madison Ave. BMV closing
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The Bureau of Motor Vehicles office located on Madison Ave. will be permanently closing on Saturday at noon. “The current Deputy Registrar is retiring and the lease was up at the existing location and not available for another term,” Lindsey Bohrer, Department of Public Safety Assistant Director of Communications, said.
Port authority to receive $700,099 state grant for River Wall lighting
The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority will be the official recipient of a $700,099 state grant to help cover the cost of illuminating the Glass City River Wall mural on a grain elevator near downtown Toledo. The agency’s board of directors approved Thursday an agreement with the Ohio Department of Development to receive the state grant. After deducting a $10,000 administrative fee, the port will then turn the money over to the Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation, which is coordinating the lighting project’s financing. Installing a solar field and the lights it will power to illuminate the mural at night is...
'True display of strength and weakness': Locals react to 1st presidential debate
The first presidential debate took place in Atlanta Thursday night, and for some viewers the candidates performed just as expected; for others, the night was full of surprises. “I think it was a true display of strength and weakness,” said Ron Murphy, president of the Greater Toledo Republican Club. President Biden, 81, and former President Donald Trump, 78, took the stage in a debate hosted by CNN. For Trump, it was important to ease concerns to undecided voters that the outspoken candidate can return to office, especially because of his recent criminal conviction. For Mr. Biden, it was important to mitigate worries about his age and mental capacity, which have been a concern from both parties. Melissa Miller, a professor of political science at Bowling Green State University, said the incumbent did not succeed.
Lake Erie harmful algae blooms are ‘getting worse,” say forecasters
TOLEDO, OH — Algae season has begun on Lake Erie and forecasters are expecting the toxic bloom severity to be “moderate to larger-than-moderate” this year. Federal scientists say the bloom began this week off Monroe County and is expected to measure between 4.5 and 6 on a 1-10 severity scale. Anything over 7.5 is considered severe.
Oregon: City to purchase former Kmart property
Issuing bonds for the purchase of a 12.4-acre parcel on Navarre Avenue where a Kmart store was located is the best path for Oregon to follow if it is to attract development to the site, the city administration informed council members during a meeting of council’s finance committee. The...
Editorial: Don’t endanger children
The mayor’s bravado over the Savage Park Splash Pad, as reported by WTVG-TV, Channel 13’s Alexis Means, made for some interesting news coverage last week. Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz vowed he would have the splash pad re-opened within a week, even if that puts him at odds with the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department, and even if it means he has to go to jail. Read more Blade editorials If the mayor’s technical advisers believe the splash pad equipment is safe enough to be used, then it’s on them.
Maumee announces details on upcoming music fest
The free Uptown Maumee Music Fest is scheduled for Wednesday and July 4 with fireworks following the music Wednesday evening. Live music starts at 2 p.m. Wednesday followed by the fireworks set to start at dusk. On July 4, the festival runs from noon to 11 p.m. Ten bands are playing between the two days. A picnic, food trucks, a pop and beer truck, and other activities are also planned, city officials said. Attendees can take to-go alcoholic beverages through the music festival area. Traffic closures will be in effect in the area of Conant Street from East John Street to Broadway Street, along with portions of the east and west sides of Wayne and Dudley streets. Parking restrictions will be enforced on some side streets throughout the Uptown district.
Some Point Place residents still struggling with insurance companies to repair tornado damage 1 year later
TOLEDO, Ohio — It has been a year since a tornado touched down in Point Place destroying homes and businesses. Clean-up in some areas has proven that getting back to normal is a struggle. Lynne Myrice's home was one of the ones that was devastated by the storm. The...
Perrysburg schools getting clean school buses through federal funding
Perrysburg school district is expanding its fleet of school buses, but they won’t be fueled by diesel. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded the school district $400,000 toward the purchase of 16 propane buses. These buses emit fewer emissions than the typical diesel-fueled school bus. “With the recent purchase of these buses, we will become a mostly propane bus district,” Perrysburg Superintendent Tom Hosler said. The school district was previously awarded funding in 2019 to purchase 12 propane buses and has added four more since. James Mapus, the executive director of operations for Perrysburg, said they are adding even more because of the impact on the community.
Fireworks in the 419 presented by Owens Corning and Toledo Refining Company
Please join the fun on the riverfront for the city’s annual fireworks celebration, proudly presented by Owens Corning and Toledo Refining Company. The fireworks will begin at dark. Sponsors: The City of Toledo extends their gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support:. NorthPoint Development. ConnecToledo. Hollywood Casino. iHeartRadio.
Toledo’s next free recycling event set for Saturday at Start High School
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The City of Toledo is hosting another event to give residents a place to recycle various items for free. The city’s Clean Toledo Recycling Event is happening Saturday, June 29 at Start High School from 9am-1pm. The school is located at 2010 Tremainsville Road. A...
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