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🌱 Metroparks Receive Accessibility Grant + South Toledo Shooting
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Happy Friday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.
First, today's weather:
Mostly cloudy and frigid. High: 18 Low: 1.
Here are the top five stories in Toledo today:
- Toledo Police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. 24-year-old Dachante Snipes transported himself to the hospital with a gunshot wound after police were alerted to shots fired in the 3400 block of Gibralter Heights in South Toledo around 6 PM Tuesday. Around 1 AM Wednesday morning, 29-year-old Keshawn Searcy reported to a hospital after being shot in the arm twice. (WTOL)
- The Rossford Fire Department responded to a house fire around midnight Tuesday on Bacon Street. The home is a total loss, but two adults and their pets made it out safely. The cause of the fire is under investigation. (WTOL)
- Metroparks Toledo is receiving nearly $25,000 from the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation to promote accessibility in park programming. New equipment will be acquired, such as an Action Trackchair for ease of movement over park terrain, and a 32-by-22-foot pool to introduce watersports such as paddleboarding and kayaking to those with disabilities. (13abc Action News)
- An alert has been issued by the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department after an alarming rise in overdoses has occurred in the month of January. The department offers resources such as Naloxone training and syringe services for those affected. (WNWO NBC 24)
- With frigid temperatures in full force, there are several things that Toledoans can do to protect their pets from the elements. The Toledo Humane Society notes that leaving pets outside becomes a severe issue this time of year as frostbite and hypothermia can set in quickly. Other recommendations include keeping outdoor walks short and exercising your pets indoors. (WNWO NBC 24)
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Today in Toledo:
- NW Ohio Camp & Travel RV Show, SeaGate Convention Centre (10 AM)
- Women's Swim and Dive: Toledo vs. Akron, UToledo Student Rec Center (5 PM)
- 'Apartment 3A' at the Village Players Theatre, 2740 Upton Ave. (8 PM)
- 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time' by Toledo School for the Arts, Toledo Repertoire Theatre (7 PM)
- Magic! The Gathering, Checkmate Games & Hobbies, 6725 W. Central Ave. Suite L (6 PM)
From my notebook:
- Toledo man Tyler Wiley has used his passion for knitting to provide hats and scarves to those in need of some warmth this chilly winter season. Wiley teamed up with the Toledo Buffalo Soldiers last year and his act of giving is becoming an annual tradition. (WTOL)
- The American Red Cross is giving out Amazon gift cards for blood donations. Click the link to find the nearest donation site near you! (Toledo Patch)
- The University of Toledo has announced a new way to recognize outstanding faculty through the Faculty Mentoring Award. Two awards will be given per year and nominations can be made at the university's Office of the Provost website by February 28. (Press Release Desk)
- There are several Toledo-area pets up for adoption. Give a furry friend a home: click the link to meet Peaches, Chester, Ursula & more! (Toledo Patch)
- Patch and ScoreStream have partnered up to bring you all the info about upcoming prep school sports. Check out the link to see times and dates for Central Catholic, St. John's, Findlay, St. Ursula, Clay, and St. Francis boys' and girls' varsity basketball. (Toledo Patch)
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— 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!