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🌱 New Cruises From Toledo + Promenade Park Summer Concert Lineup
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Good morning, people of Toledo! Brad King here with the Wednesday issue of the Toledo Daily.
First, today's weather:
Some rain and a thunderstorm. High: 59 Low: 42.
Here are the top five stories today in Toledo:
- J&M Cruise Lines announced new routes from Toledo to destinations including Put-in-Bay, Cleveland, and Detroit. The vessel, known as the Glass City Pearl, will be docked behind One SeaGate in Downtown Toledo and must be inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard before trips begin in June. (WTOL)
- The City of Maumee will enjoy a significant sewage system upgrade for its Elizabeth Street Pumping Station. The project will cost $1.2 million and is just one part of the massive overhaul the city faces. (WTOL)
- Shalena Martinez-Featchurs is fighting for her life after being shot by her boyfriend Dajuan Smith at the Quality Inn on Alexis Road on March 29. Now, her family is speaking out against the violence women face at the hands of domestic partners. (WTVG)
- Toledo City Council is looking to streamline the process of obtaining liquor licenses to help revitalize several areas in the Glass City. The Warehouse District, Uptown, and more will be designated as 'community entertainment districts' that will benefit from the process. (WTVG)
- The 2022 ProMedica Live Summer Concert Series lineup has been announced. Sponsored by Cutwater Spirits, several national acts such as Common, Night Ranger, Pat Benatar, George Clinton Parliament Funkadelic, and KC and The Sunshine Band will play Friday nights at Promenade Park in Downtown Toledo. (WNWO NBC 24)
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Today in Toledo:
- Introducing the Orchestra: Featuring Young Artist Competition Winners, Collingwood Presbyterian Church (7:00 PM)
- Autism Provider Network Job Fair - Toledo Public Library - Main Branch (2:00 PM)
- Play Nintendo Switch! - Sanger Branch Library (3:00 PM)
- Spring Movie and a Craft - West Toledo Branch Library (4:00 PM)
- Bad Art - Lagrange Branch Library (4:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- Several new homes have been listed in Maumee, Rossford, and Toledo. Check the latest listings courtesy of Patch and Redfin. (Toledo Patch)
- Sylvania City Council is considering bringing scooters to the city much like the ones in Toledo or Tiffin. A representative from Bird, the company responsible for Tiffin's scooters, met virtually with city council officials Monday night to answer questions. (WTOL)
- The parent teacher organization at Jones Leadership Academy has gathered hygiene products for students who otherwise may not have access to them. Contributions from the Neighborhood Health Association, UToledo's Alpha Phi Omega fraternity, the Eberly Center for Women, and more have helped sponsor the effort. (WNWO NBC 24)
- The Toledo Mud Hens celebrated Opening Day Tuesday, April 5 and will play in 75 home games this season. Fifth Third Field is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year and infielder Kody Clemens, son of former Red Sox and Yankees pitcher Roger Clemens, will be back for his second season with the Hens. (WNWO NBC 24)
- The Craig Memorial Bridge, which carries State Route 65 over the Maumee River, has been stuck open since March 21. The Ohio Dept. of Transportation has acquired a key piece of equipment and may be able to repair the bridge by the end of this week. (WTOL)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next 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!