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Revitalizing Toledo's Black downtown: Leaders working to create historic district around Dorr Street Corridor
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Robert Smith said the African American Legacy Project began without a single display, photograph, or artifact. Now, 20 years later, it hosts thousands of pieces preserving Toledo’s African American history, particularly its history on Dorr Street. “Neighborhoods that were associated with Dorr Street, they were...
Car dealerships still working to recover after CDK Global cyberattack in June
TOLEDO, Ohio — Car dealerships throughout the company are recovering following the CDK Global cyberattack on June 19. CDK Global provides sales and client management software tools to thousands of car dealers throughout the United States. The cyberattack is being considered a "ransom event," according to CBS News. Local...
Boys and Girls Club of Toledo Renovates Homer Hanham Club
The Boys and Girls Club of Toledo recently completed their $1.7 million renovation of the Homer Hanham Club. The doors opened to the renovated club, located at 2250 N. Detroit Avenue, at noon on June 3 where children poured into the new space. Renovations of the Hanham Club include a...
15 puppies that survived canine parvovirus up for adoption from Toledo Humane Society
TOLEDO, Ohio — Fifteen puppies have survived bouts with canine parvovirus under the care of the Toledo Humane Society after a cruelty officer found them in a distressing state outside during last month's heat wave. According to a social media post on Friday from THS, the officer responded to...
Fourth of July can be a cause of stress, not celebration for some veterans
TOLEDO, Ohio — The Fourth of July is a time for people to celebrate the country's independence by lighting up the sky, but those celebrations can bring back bad memories for those that fought for the flag. The large crowds, loud explosions and even unfamiliar settings can all impact...
2024 Buckle Up – Batter Up: 13 “Saved by the Belt” recipients recognized during this year’s event
TOLEDO, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The Findlay and Bucyrus districts of the Ohio State Highway Patrol teamed up with the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD), AAA and the Toledo Mud Hens for the 2024 Buckle Up – Batter Up “Saved by the Belt” event at Fifth Third Field.
2 Toledo-area educators sampling Lake Erie aboard U.S. EPA's largest vessel
Two Toledo-area educators will be joining Great Lakes scientists for a week aboard the Research Vessel Lake Guardian as it plies Lake Erie in search of more clues about the world’s 11th largest freshwater lake. Amanda Miller, Imagination Station experience manager, and Ethan Jessing, a science teacher at Hull Prairie Intermediate School in Perrysburg, will board the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency vessel at the Port of Cleveland on Sunday. They are among 15 educators who will be part of the vessel’s crew until next Saturday. “I'm hoping to learn and absorb everything I can,” Ms. Miller said. Mr. Jessing said the opportunity will give him the chance “to do more meaningful teacher development.”
City Announces Neighborhood Beautification Contest
The Toledo Neighborhood Beautification Contest is back, inviting homeowners, business owners, and community garden groups to showcase their dedication to enhancing neighborhood aesthetics. Contest Details:. Contest Dates: June 24th - July 22nd, 2024. Evaluation Period: July 24th - August 2nd, 2024. Awards Ceremony: August 7th, 2024 . Eligibility: Open to all...
TPD: Car goes off road near Douglas and Laskey before hitting pole, flipping over
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A single vehicle crash ended with a car flipping over in Toledo Friday afternoon. The crash occurred on July 5 around 12:54 p.m. According to Toledo Police, the 34-year-old woman from Sylvania, was driving southbound on Douglas Road headed toward Laskey Road when she lost control, over corrected and went of the road. Her vehicle then hit a curb and a light pole before before flipping over.
TPD: Masked man robs discount store at gunpoint Thursday night on East Broadway
TOLEDO, Ohio — An east Toledo discount store was robbed by a masked man armed with a weapon Thursday night. Police responded to the scene at a Family Dollar in the 600 block of East Broadway Street, where a robbery reportedly happened just before 8:45 p.m. Thursday, according to a Toledo Police Department report.
Toledo native first in world to receive innovative new heart valve
For much of her life, Sandie Zaruca knew she had a leaky valve in her heart, but she never imagined that someday she would be helping pioneer her own treatment. In May, the 74-year-old Sylvania resident and former office supply store owner was the first in the world to receive a new type of heart valve, implanted by Dr. Michael Moront, a cardiothoracic surgeon at ProMedica Toledo Hospital. The bioprosthetic valve, called the Avalus Ultra, takes cow tissue and pairs it with medical-grade fabric and a special type of thermoplastic to replicate the function of a human heart valve. Dr. Moront, who was part of the team that helped develop the Avalus Ultra, said he felt comfortable performing the procedure.
Why Holland Christian's Camryn VandenBosch chose Toledo for basketball
Camryn VandenBosch has been a player full of potential. The Holland Christian soon-to-be senior was on the varsity basketball team as a freshman and has shined on the club scene as well. After many offers and looks by different colleges, VandenBosch made her decision and committed to the University of...
Changes made to Toledo water treatment plant since 2014 water crisis | Protecting Our Water
TOLEDO, Ohio — The 2014 water crisis was a time of uncertainty for Toledo residents. For the Toledo water treatment plant, it was an opportunity. Brian Loudenslager, operator of record for the Toledo Water Treatment Administration, said it was a chance for work to be done. "I think the...
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