🌱 Patch AM: Why two closed Toledo churches could spark a costly court fight

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In today's newsletter:

• Why two closed Toledo churches could spark a costly court fight
• What could a rapid bus line on Monroe Street mean for you?
• What Toledo officials revealed about safety after the Brent Industries explosion

Also on today's calendar: Volunteer Day for Army SGT Wesley Byrd and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Periods of sun with a t-storm, with a high of 89 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Friday: Some sun with a t-storm; warm, temps: high: 84, low: 69.
• Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 79 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Diocese of Toledo Threatens Lawsuit if City Grants Historic Landmark Status to 2 Closed Churches (wrenews.com) — Toledo City Council is considering historic landmark status for the closed Sacred Heart and Good Shepherd churches, a move supporters say would preserve buildings central to generations of local families. The Diocese of Toledo argues the city is interfering with church property decisions, citing structural concerns and religious freedom, and is threatening a costly lawsuit if the designations move forward.
   

2. Toledo officials explore rapid bus transit along Monroe Street (wtol.com) — Toledo officials and TARTA are studying a bus rapid transit line along Monroe Street, with more frequent buses, permanent stations, and possible dedicated lanes from Sylvania through downtown Toledo to Oregon. The project aims to better connect residents to jobs, medical appointments, shopping, and key destinations like Franklin Park Mall, ProMedica, and downtown while potentially spurring new investment along the corridor.
   

3. Brent Industries no-shows public hearing 15 days after the deadly explosion at the former facility (wtol.com) — Toledo officials told residents that ongoing air and water testing after the deadly Brent Industries explosion has not found a public health threat, but neighbors remain worried about odors, soot, and limited communication. City council members pressed the administration and the company for better transparency, complete worker rosters, and accountability, while promising more neighborhood meetings as cleanup and the investigation continue.
   

4. University of Toledo Federal Credit Union opens new branch at Heatherdowns and Eastgate (13abc.com) — A new University of Toledo Federal Credit Union branch has opened at Heatherdowns and Eastgate, aiming to better serve the many members who live nearby. With more than 5,000 members and several campus locations already, the credit union says this spot will make everyday banking more convenient for south Toledo residents.
   

📸 Around Toledo

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Toledo

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Thursday September 3
• Knitting and Crocheting Club
  Reynolds Corners Branch Library Reynolds Corners - Meeting Room Large (Capacity : 40)
  6:00 pm
Friday September 4
• Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
  Point Place Branch Library Point Place - Onsite Services Table 1
  10:00 am
• Teen Cocoa Club
  Point Place Branch Library Point Place - Meeting Room Large (Capacity: 80)
  4:00 pm
• Football at Rossford
  Rogers Toledo, OH 43615
  7:00 pm
Saturday September 5
• The Magic of Andrew Martin
  Reynolds Corners Branch Library Reynolds Corners - Meeting Room Large (Capacity : 40)
  2:00 pm
Tuesday September 8
• Teen Movie Night
  Point Place Branch Library Point Place - Meeting Room Large (Capacity: 80)
  5:00 pm
Thursday September 10
• Family Storytime
  Reynolds Corners Branch Library Reynolds Corners - Meeting Room Large (Capacity : 40)
  10:00 am
• Preschool STEAM Storytime
  Point Place Branch Library Point Place - Meeting Room Large (Capacity: 80)
  11:00 am
Friday September 11
• Volunteer Day for Army SGT Wesley Byrd →
  New Life Church, 6023 Summerfield Rd, Petersburg
  9:00 am
Sunday September 13
• Libbey House Tours During Ohio Open Doors →
  2008 Scottwood Ave, Toledo
  11:00 am
Friday September 18
• Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons →
  The Summit, 23 N Summit St, Toledo
  6:30 pm
• Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift →
  The Summit, 23 N Summit St, Toledo
  8:45 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• FOUND!!!!
  help me find my brothers dog. Any information would be really helpful. Thank you! She is just a puppy so she my not answer to her name. My brother… (Nextdoor Franklin Park North)
• It was so hot last night.
  I swear the devil came knocked on my door and asked if he could sit in the AC for hour. Lol good morning happy hump day drink water. (Nextdoor Northriver West)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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