🌱 Parent Fires Gun At Arlington School + Lucas County DUI Checkpoints

Good morning, Toledo! It's me, Brad King, your host of the Daily. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

• 34-year-old Vanessa Hutchen fired a gun near Arlington Elementary following a dispute with another parent and faces felony charges
• Toledo Public Schools invested in several resources after receiving millions from the American Rescue Plan Act
• Franklin Park Mall art installation "Butterflies of Northwest Ohio" celebrates the International Year of Glass

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First, today's weather:

Humid with a thunderstorm. High: 80 Low: 59.

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Here are the top five stories in Toledo today:

1. Vanessa Hutchen, 34, was charged with felony possession of a deadly weapon for firing a gun into the air following an altercation with another parent outside of Arlington Elementary School in South Toledo Tuesday. Toledo Public Schools stated they will let the police handle the matter going forward but the incident left several parents unsettled. (WTOL)
2. Toledo Public Schools has already received $100 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and may be eligible for an additional $92 million. TPS Treasurer Ryan Stechschulte said the school has used the resources for new counselors, psychologists, and social workers after conducting meetings and gathering input on how to best use the funds. (WTVG)
3. The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority and BGSU's Center for Regional Development have completed an economic impact analysis for the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport. The results show that in 2021 the Toledo Airport supported more than 2,900 jobs and over $581 million in economic impact in the region. (WTVG)
4. The Franklin Park Mall will feature a new art installation called "Butterflies of Northwest Ohio" to celebrate the International Year of Glass. The piece will be made up of 15 glass mosaic butterflies in the center court skylight in the mall. (WNWO NBC 24)
5. Two sobriety checkpoints will be up in Lucas County Friday night at 3 Turtle Creek Road in Swanton Township and 2105 North McCord Road in Springfield Township. The checkpoints will be operated from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. by the Lucas County Operating Vehicles Intoxicated Task Force. (WTOL)

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Today in Toledo:

• Women's Equality Day - The Summit - 23 N. Summit St. (11 a.m.)
• Puppy Friday Adoption Event at Jupmode (noon)
• Promedica Summer Concert Series: KC and the Sunshine Band - Promenade Park (5 p.m.)
• Pups & Ice Cream Cups - Mayberry Ice Cream (5 p.m.)
• Toledo Mud Hens vs. Louisville Bats - Fifth Third Field (7:05 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• These Toledo-area pets are in need of a loving home. Meet Nala, Pixel, Kennedy, Mishka, Max, and more! (Toledo Patch)
• The City of Toledo's Parks and Youth Services Department will be hosting weekly parties in various Metroparks every Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. from August 31 through September 28. (WTVG)
• The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is hosting a series of lectures as part of its "Great Decisions" speaker series beginning Monday, August 29. The event focuses on world politics and foreign policy. (La Prensa)
• Peace, Love, and Happiness Block Rockin Street Fair Bash is happening this Saturday at 300 N. Superior St. between Adams and Madison. (WNWO NBC 24)
• American opera "Blue" is showcasing this weekend at the Valentine Theatre and explores themes of race and violence through tragic events. (WTVG)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow 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!

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