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🌱 EV Charging Stations On UToledo's Campus + Toledo Road Repairs
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Toledo.
Good morning, Toledo! I'm back in your inbox this autumn morning with your fresh copy of the Toledo Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening locally, including:
- The University of Toledo unveiled EV charging stations that can accommodate up to twelve vehicles at once.
- The City of Toledo held a press conference highlighting its record-breaking year of road repairs.
- Waterville City Council held its final public hearing to address the controversial amphitheater project on Monday.
But first, today's weather:
An afternoon shower in spots. High: 74 Low: 55.
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Here are the top five stories in Toledo today:
- The University of Toledo has installed six new electric vehicle charging stations across campus. Each charging station can accommodate two vehicles, allowing for twelve EV parking spaces thanks in part to a $90,000 contribution from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. (WTOL)
- A murder warrant was issued for a 17-year-old suspect in the death of 29-year-old Dominick Barnett in July at the Hunter's Ridge Apartments. The suspect was already in the custody of the Lucas County Juvenile Justice Center on unrelated charges. (WTOL)
- The Firefly bar and restaurant on North Saint Clair St. near Fifth Third Field has announced it has been sold to new owners who hope to open a new endeavor in November. (WTVG)
- Waterville City Council held a final meeting to address the controversial amphitheater project on Monday at a public hearing. Proponents of the project say it will bring in business to the area with a venue that can hold more than 9,000 people. (WTVG)
- On Friday the City of Toledo held a press conference to close out its annual road repair projects. Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz spoke at the event and highlighted the city's breaking the local all-time record for road repairs. (WNWO)
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Today in Toledo:
- Small Business and Nonprofit Assistance Sessions - Sanger Branch Library (9:00 AM)
- Barktoberfest - Ernest Brew Works (South Toledo location) - (5:00 PM)
- Overlapping the Science and Technology - Mott Branch Library (4:00 PM)
- WritersShop: Poetry Series - South Branch Library (6:00 PM)
- Learn to Cook Hungarian - Birmingham Branch Library (6:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- Toledo Prospective Homeowners: See five new houses for sale. (Toledo Patch)
- Who's hiring throughout Toledo? Here's a look at this week's newest job openings. (Toledo Patch)
- Gas prices drop 10.6 cents a gallon in Toledo. (WTOL)
- The Maumee community came together to remember 31-year-old Melissa Shoop, who was shot and killed in a murder-suicide at the hands of a domestic abuser in 2018. The remembrance was held with reverence to Domestic Violence Awareness month. (WTVG)
That's it for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!
— Brad King
About me: I have been a lifelong Northwest Ohio native and University of Toledo grad (Go Rockets!). I'm old enough to remember when the Mud Hens were still playing in Maumee. The Glass City has seen some amazing revitalization and I am so excited to share every update with you!
Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Toledo Daily? Contact me at toledo@patch.com