🌱 Toledo Patch: What's Happening Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hello, everybody! Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel here with your fresh copy of the Toledo Patch newsletter, full of all the local information you need to know right now. Including updates on...

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But first, today's weather:

4-8 inches of wet snow. High: 35 Low: 32.

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Here are the top stories in Toledo today:

1. TARTA replaces Call-A-Ride services with TARTA Flex (WTVG)
2. School bus struck by gunfire in central Toledo, no injuries reported (Toledo Blade)
3. Loosen up with massage therapy | Good Day on WTOL 11 (WTOL)
4. Cheap Eats: A toast to brunch and to Toledo's food scene at Focaccia's (Toledo Blade)
5. Things to know before you go | Jan. 25 (WTOL)
6. Winter-scene Sculpture Walk Photo Contest begins in Perrysburg - Sent-trib (Sentinel-Tribune)
7. TPD: officers shoot, kill domestic violence suspect after he pointed shotgun at them (WTVG)
8. Editorial: House that love built | The Blade (Toledo Blade)
9. Editorial: Soccer fields take shape | The Blade (Toledo Blade)
10. Daily Log: 01/25 | The Blade (Toledo Blade)
11. Clara Intagliata (1944-2023) | The Blade (Toledo Blade)
12. Toledo City Council aims to protect residents from lead poison exposure (WTVG)
13. Toledo tenant without heat for more than 2 months (WTOL)
14. Perrysburg thumps Maumee in punishing decision | Ohio High School Girls Basketball (Richland Source)
15. Holland Springfield blitzes Bowling Green in dominating victory (Richland Source)
16. Toledo Maumee Valley Country Day chalks up convincing victory over West Unity Hilltop (Richland Source)
17. 🌱 Toledo Man Arrested In 1997 Murder + McCord Jr. High Competition (Patch)
18. Bodycam footage: Toledo police use Taser to save woman with knife held to her throat (WTOL)
19. TPD: One male struck in hit-and-run (WTVG)
20. Toledo reactions of Monterey Park shooting (WTVG)
21. Toledo's plow crews prepare for Wednesday winter storm (WTOL)
22. Council bill to curb gun violence by working with community organizations tabled Tuesday (WTOL)
23. Demolition starts March 1 on vacant Elder-Beerman store (Toledo Blade)
24. Toledo city council narrowly approves using road tax money for office space (Toledo Blade)
25. Toledo's largest Asian supermarket opens on Secor Road (WTOL)
26. 7th grade students at McCord Junior High start out-of-classroom life skills competition (WNWO NBC 24)
27. End of extra SNAP benefits expected to impact Lucas County residents, food banks (WNWO NBC 24)
28. Sneak peek of new Glass City Metropark skating ribbon begins Feb. 4 (Toledo Blade)
29. Friends of the Library 2023 book sales kick off this Thursday (Toledo Blade)
30. Maumee woman seriously hurt in Ohio 65 crash (Sentinel-Tribune)

Today in Toledo:

From my notebook:

• Toledo Police Department: "Domestic Violence Suspect Shot After Pointing Gun at Police Toledo, OH (January 25, 2023): On January 25, 2023, Toledo Police officers responded to 5740 Hill Avenue in reference to a man discharging a firearm and possibly shooting his wi..." (Toledo Police Department via Facebook)
• Toledo Police Department: "Alert: An officer involved shooting has occurred in the 5700 Block of Hill Ave. No officers were injured. The suspect is deceased. A news release will be provided once more information is known. No other information will be released at t..." (Toledo Police Department via Facebook)
• Toledo Police Department: "Today we celebrate Officer Dana Slay, who is officially the most senior Toledo Police patrol officer. This milestone is even more significant because Officer Slay is not only the first female African American to hold this title, but, as ..." (Toledo Police Department via Facebook)
• Toledo Humane Society: "SIGNIFICANT SNOW FALL & ANIMAL SAFETY: We're coming at you with the cold, hard truth: Temperatures have been falling and there's a wicked winter storm predicted to hit our area in less than 24 hours. You need to bring your pets inside to..." (Toledo Humane Society via Facebook)
• Toledo Police Department: "Attempt to Identify: On 1/17/23 the pictured suspects stole two cell phones from a store in the 1200 block of S. Reynolds. Anyone with information call or text Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111. #toledopolice" (Toledo Police Department via Facebook)
• Toledo Humane Society: "Do you remember Jersey Girl?? Look how she’s doing in her new home! ❤️ "Hello! Rory, FKA Jersey Girl is doing amazing! We all love her so much! We first took her in as a foster just to give her a break from the shelter. We had absolutely..." (Toledo Humane Society via Facebook)
• Toledo Humane Society: "Here at THS, we're all about love! But we understand that sometimes love stinks... And that's why we're here to help put the pet in petty! 😼 Our kitties are looking to help you serve up a steaming pile of revenge in the funnest way yet!..." (Toledo Humane Society via Facebook)
• Toledo School for the Arts: "A big THANK YOU to Dr. Christopher Beatty for coming in and talking to Ms. Ramsdell’s 6th period sixth grade science class about dragonflies! Dr. Beatty is a visiting scholar at Stanford in their Conservation Genomics program!" (Toledo School for the Arts via Instagram)
• Downtown Toledo: "A pop of color at the intersection of Summit and Adam’s😍 🧑‍🎨: @mercelanise • • • • #downtowntoledo #youwilldobetterintolero #utilityboxart #toledoart #toledoartist" (Downtown Toledo via Instagram)
• The University of Toledo: "❄ Winter is coming ❄ UToledo.edu/weather will provide time-stamped updates to keep the UToledo Community informed of any weather-related delays or cancellations. To receive text updates from UT Alert – visit myUT and confirm your mobile ..." (The University of Toledo via Facebook)
• The Toledo Zoo: "Due to owl the snow forecasted for tomorrow, the Toledo Zoo will be CLOSED on Wednesday, January 25. ❄️ You can always find the Zoo's current hours at https://www.toledozoo.org/" (The Toledo Zoo via Facebook)
• The University of Toledo: "In response to surging interest in the field of brain research, The University of Toledo has launched a new undergraduate neuroscience major. ➡️ https://myut.link/9vp A joint effort of the UToledo colleges of Medicine and Life Sciences a..." (The University of Toledo via Facebook)
• The University of Toledo: "The University of Toledo continues to move up in the U.S. News & World Report list of the top online bachelor’s programs. UToledo is ranked 150 out of 381 institutions listed in the 2023 Best Online Programs ranking. 🏆 https://myut.link..." (The University of Toledo via Facebook)
• The Toledo Zoo: "Due to owl the snow forecasted for tomorrow, the Toledo Zoo will be CLOSED on Wednesday, January 25. ❄️ You can always find the Zoo's current hours at the link in our bio. #SnowyOwl #Owl #Bird #Birds #ToledoZoo #ToledoOhio #Zoo #ZooAn..." (The Toledo Zoo via Instagram)
• Toledo School for the Arts: "You have only THREE (3) Days to get your application and all supporting documents turned in for TSA's enrollment lottery! Everything is due by 3pm on January 27. Have questions or need assistance? Contact our enrollment coordinator at ad..." (Toledo School for the Arts via Instagram)
• Toledos PET Bull Project: "❄️ Adoptable Shiloh has his winter wear ready for tomorrow’s snow storm ❄️ https://toledospetbullproject.com/adoption-application" (Toledos PET Bull Project via Facebook)
• Student Government: "Hey everyone! Interested in becoming the new student body President/Vice President or an elected senator? Anyone can do so! Reach out to our election board (utoledosg@gmail.com) to set up a time to meet and go over requirements by Tuesda..." (Student Government via Instagram)
• Toledo Public Schools: "Tamagia is the TPS Student of the Week! She always looks for new ways to improve in the classroom and on the volleyball court. That dedication makes us #TPSProud 🟥🟦🟩🟨" (Toledo Public Schools via Facebook)
• Toledo School for the Arts: "Tomorrow, Wednesday January 25, Toledo School for the Arts will have a SNOW DAY! Stay safe and warm, Flying Pigs!" (Toledo School for the Arts via Instagram)
• TCS: "Toledo Christian will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, January 25, 2023, due to inclement weather." (TCS via Instagram)
• Toledo Museum of Art: "Are you ready to create with TMA? Check out the link in bio to apply for a scholarship and learn more about classes." (Toledo Museum of Art via Instagram)
• Rotary Club of Toledo: "Congratulations to the Erie Shores Council, Boy Scouts of America on receiving this $10,000 grant from our Rotary Club to renovate and repair the Rotary Cabin that was built in 1920 at Camp Miakonda. The funding will go towards a roof re..." (Rotary Club of Toledo via Facebook)
• Toledo Ballet: "Toledo Ballet 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 is quickly approaching! Have you registered for classes yet? Spring classes begin on 𝗝𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝟯𝟬𝗧𝗛! Sign up today by visiting artstoledo.info/tbspring2023 #danceisforeveryBODY" (Toledo Ballet via Facebook)
• United Way of Greater Toledo: "There are some fantastic job opportunities at United Way of Greater Toledo! Individuals with a background in data analytics or education are encouraged to learn more and apply! Visit www.unitedwaytoledo.org/careers" (United Way of Greater Toledo via Facebook)
• Toledo Public Schools: "Tamagia is the TPS Student of the Week! She always looks for new ways to improve in the classroom and on the volleyball court. That dedication makes us #TPSProud 🟥🟦🟩🟨" (Toledo Public Schools via Instagram)
• Art Loop Toledo: "It's been a few months since Haunted Harvest and we are still thinking about all the cool pumpkins that were painted that day. We can't wait to see the amazing artwork that Toledoans will make at the 2023 Art Loop events! Photos: 2022 Ha..." (Art Loop Toledo via Facebook)
• Toledos PET Bull Project: "Today is National Change a Pet's Life Day! What did you do today to change a pet's life?" (Toledos PET Bull Project via Facebook)
• Rotary Club of Toledo: "Congratulations to Lucas Metropolitan Housing and their President & CEO, and Toledo Rotarian, Joaquin Cintron Vega on celebrating the ribbon cutting to their new headquarters in Downtown Toledo!" (Rotary Club of Toledo via Facebook)
• Imagination Station Toledo: "Imagination Station will be CLOSED today, Wednesday, January 25 due to inclement weather. Stay safe, stay warm and we'll see you soon! ☃️" (Imagination Station Toledo via Facebook)
• The University of Toledo: "Hannah Thompson, a UToledo biology student and a cadet in BGSU’s Air Force ROTC program, is one of 14 ROTC students nationwide to receive the U.S. Air Force’s Health Professions Scholarship. 🩺 https://zcu.io/IVyl" (The University of Toledo via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Lower East Toledo: "BE CAREFUL WHO YOU HELP . - SOME ON HERE HAVE RECEIVED MORE THEN ENOUGH HELP AND REFUSE TO TAKE THE POST DOWN I WOULD SHOW SCREENSHOTS OF HOW MUCH HELP THIS PERSON GOT BUT IM NOT ONE WHO DOES THINGS LIKE THAT BUT TRUST ME SHE HAS GOTTEN..." (Nextdoor)
• Press Secretary Matt Bruning, Ohio Department of Transportation: "5:30AM UPDATE: - The heaviest snow seems to be along and north of I-70 right now. This is the view from one of our OHGO.com cameras on US 33 in Union County. More than 1,100 crews are out, statewide, but this morning's commute will be ch..." (Nextdoor)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday! I'll see you soon.

— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

About me: The original Pirate Queen and QA engineer for Patch. Did you know that this week I have worked at least two fourteen hour days? This sprint has been nuts and the engineering team has been keeping me hopping non-stop. I'm exhausted and very close to needing a vacation.

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