Stolen Backpacks + Gas Station Armed Robberies + Olympian Honored

Happy Wednesday, people of Toledo! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather: Humid and mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 84 Low: 71.

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Here are the top stories in Toledo today:

1. The Toledo Hemp Center and Buckeyes and Beyond are replacing 72 backpacks that were stolen from the annual Community Cookout held August 14, 2021. Buckeyes and Beyond purchased the replacement backpacks, which are filled with school supplies, just in time for the new school year. (WTOL)
2. Two local gas stations were robbed early Tuesday morning. The Speedway on Conant Street in Maumee was robbed at gunpoint around 3 A.M., and the Shell gas station in Rossford on Buck Road was also robbed. Police are investigating whether the robberies are related. (WTOL)
3. Pathway Toledo is partnering with the city to administer emergency funds from the Toledo Lucas County Emergency Rental Assistance Program in light of the eviction moratorium having been lifted. The program is helping residents get caught up on their finances if they meet the qualifications. (13abc Action News)
4. Three Toledo Fire & Rescue vehicles have been hit by civilian motorists who failed to yield since June of this year. The latest crash occurred at 4 A.M. on Sunday at Fearing Boulevard and Hill Avenue. Though no rescue workers were injured, these crashes put emergency vehicles out of commission and drain the fire department's general budget. (WTOL)
5. Toledo Olympian Oshae Jones was presented the key to the city by Mayor Kapszukiewicz at a ceremony on Monday morning at One Government Center. Jones lost her home to a fire this year and several fundraisers have been started to help with those costs. A parade in her honor is scheduled at Savage Park this Saturday from 2:30-6:30 P.M. (WNWO NBC 24)

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Today in Toledo

• Toledo Mud Hens vs. Indianapolis (7:05 P.M.)
• Music at the Fountain in Levis Commons (11:30 A.M.)
• Westgate Farmers Market (3:00 P.M.)
• Bowling Green Farmers Market (4:00 P.M.)
• Stroll the Street in Downtown Rossford (4:30 P.M.)
• Opera Outdoors, Toledo Botanical Garden (5:30 P.M.)
• Sunset Serenades at Olander Park (6:00 P.M.)
• Brick & BBQ, CycleWerks (6:30 P.M.)
• Dave's Wild Wednesdays Weekly Social Run/Walk, Fallen Timbers (6:30 P.M.)
• Musical Dinner Cruise on The Sandpiper (6:30 P.M.)
• Resilient Roots: Mental Health Workshop, The Ironwood Center (6:30 P.M.)
• Yoga by the Lake at Olander Park (7:00 P.M.)
• Open-Air Tango Class, Wildwood Preserve Metropark (7:30 P.M.)

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Toledo Patch Notebook

• Solheim prepares welcome center for people with disabilities (13abc Action News)
• University of Toledo political science professor, Ohio senators weigh in on Afghanistan (WTOL)
• Junior Achievement of NW Ohio Receives Ohio Department of Commerce Grant (toledo.com)
• Renovations in progress for Bedford Public School buildings (WTOL)
• The University of Toledo: "Caught this guy reflecting on how much he's enjoyed his summer, but how ready he is for Fall semester to start" (Instagram)
• Toledo Police Department: "#InfoTPD: Work with your neighbors and look out for each other. Report suspicious activity to 911 immediately!" (Facebook)
• Toledo Public Schools: "Today, our Superintendent and CEO, Dr. Romules Durant joined in the celebration of Olympian Oshae Lanae Jones" (Facebook)
• Ohio Photographer: "His first time visiting the river rock. The big kids love this spot and sadly it's been flooded most of the summer" (Instagram)
• The Toledo Zoo: "We're hiring! The Toledo Zoo finance team is in search of a full-time Accountant and Cash Control Coordinator" (Facebook)
• Toledo School for the Arts: "Reminder that as of today, Monday, August 16, masks/face coverings are required by all people" (Instagram)
• Imagination Station Toledo: ""Believe. You can achieve." - Oshae Jones. We couldn't agree more! Congratulations to Oshae Jones" (Facebook)
• Humane Ohio: "Whew, holy Toledo what a week for adoptions! Mid week, tiny Orville, and Zippy found great homes!" (Facebook)
• Toledo Pride: "Live at the Park is SOLD OUT! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets!" (Facebook)
• Imagination Station Toledo: "Theme of the week! This T-shirt and other unique items are available at Science2Go" (Facebook)

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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!

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