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🌱 Maumee 14-Year-Old Reported Missing + South End Water Boil Advisory
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Toledo.
Hello all. I'm back with your new edition of the Toledo Daily, fresh off the presses. Let's get this Thursday started off right with a quick guide to the most important things happening these days in town, including updates on:
- Maumee Police announced 14-year-old Oliver Brush has been missing since around 10 PM Tuesday.
- Toledo City Council members and the Coalition for Peaceful Toledo Neighborhoods are leading an effort to "restrengthen" community block watches.
- A Water Boil Advisory was announced by the City of Toledo for several neighborhoods in South Toledo.
But first, today's weather:
An a.m. flurry, then flurries. High: 36 Low: 27.
Here are the top five stories in Toledo today:
- Maumee Police announced 14-year-old Oliver Brush has been missing since Tuesday around 10 PM. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers. (WTOL)
- Toledo City Council members and the Coalition for Peaceful Toledo Neighborhoods are leading an effort to "restrengthen" community block watches. Council Members George Sarantou and Theresa Morris are leading the charge as there have been 59 homicides in Toledo this year. (WTOL)
- A Water Boil Advisory was announced by the City of Toledo for several neighborhoods in South Toledo. A map of the affected areas can be accessed online. (WTVG)
- Several area schools have seen an increase in "false reports of active shooters," including Toledo, Findlay, Lima and more. Police have responded to the threats and Liberty-Benton and Findlay went on lockdown. (WTVG)
- Bowling Green State University has implemented efforts to make its on-campus dining halls more sustainable. Risks from food waste include methane gas buildup in landfills and an increase in greenhouse gases. (WNWO)
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Today in Toledo:
- 'Cabaret' by Village Players and 3B Productions - Village Player's Theatre (7:00 PM)
- Registry Bistro Craft Cocktail Workshop (6:00 PM)
- HerHub Social Mixer with Schramm's Flowers & Gifts (6:00 PM)
- Bring Your Lunch & Learn: Military Life in Desert Storm - Heatherdowns Branch Library (2:00 PM)
- Brewdolph Bash Presented By Rehmann - Toledo Zoo & Aquarium (5:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- The City of Toledo has been citing deceased residents for "nuisance properties" with some actions coming 19 years after the victim's death. (WTOL)
- This weekend Northbound I-475 will see a change in traffic patterns, with temporary lanes put in place north of the Maumee River near US 24. (WTVG)
- Toledo Police announced Victor Cole has been found safe after he was reported missing two months ago in the South End. (WTOL)
- BGSU Social Work students Chloe Cox, Madeline Gibbons and Piper Howard are teaming up with the Cherry Street Mission to raise awareness of area homelessness. (BG Falcon Media)
Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! I'll see you soon.
— 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