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Posted on 06/06/2026 4:25:14 PM PDT by janetjanet998
Multiple people have been shot near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities say
“Many victims” have been transported to nearby hospitals for treatment, Toledo police said on Facebook. No information was available on how many people were wounded or what their conditions were
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This ain’t Corporal Klinger’s Toledo.
Were any of them shot in the Loop? Or the 16th Arrondissement?
Is it them, Boo Boo?
Police are actively searching for suspects and the working to determine the circumstances of the shootings.
The Old West End Festival is a two-day celebration in Toledo’s historic district that includes live music, food vendors, home tours and shopping.
https://apnews.com/article/toledo-ohio-shooting-4fbc465161cf1d4e29f0f1b22d3fb9d3
Canadian Amish Yutes.
Them? Avoid THEM.
Your life could depend upon it.
Seems like the only way to do that is move to Wyoming, Montana or Idaho.
Holey Toledo.
Street fests have been ruined by “youth”. They were once a place to get good food, talk to neighbors, but some junk you didn’t need, and take in good music.
The Old West End Festival is a vibrant, annual celebration of Toledo’s historic Old West End neighborhood, featuring parades, house tours, live music, food, and community events.
The Old West End Festival (OWEF) takes place in early June and celebrates one of the largest historic districts in the United States, known for its Victorian, Edwardian, and Arts and Crafts homes
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. The festival spans the neighborhood’s streets, including Parkwood, Woodruff, Robinwood, and Collingwood Avenues, and combines cultural, historical, and entertainment experiences for visitors of all ages
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Key Features and Activities
Parades and Pageantry: The festival kicks off with the King Wamba Carnival Parade, a colorful procession featuring floats, performers, and musical presentations. The parade honors Toledo’s historic 1909 King Wamba Carnival and includes the coronation of the festival’s King and Queen on the steps of the Toledo Museum of Art
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House Tours: Visitors can tour several historic homes, including the Collingwood Presbyterian Church, Lathrop Duplex, Schaal/Miklovich House, McCallum House, and Delaware Revitalization Project. Tickets are available for full or individual home tours, with children under 12 often admitted free with an adult
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Music and Entertainment: The festival features live performances across multiple stages, including the Arboretum Stage and Art Fair Stage, with genres ranging from rock, indie, Americana, blues, reggae, and world music. Special events like the Glow Roll bike ride and Old West End Stampede 5K add to the weekend’s excitement
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Food and Vendors: Food trucks, beer gardens, and local vendors line the festival area, offering a variety of cuisines and artisan goods. The Marketplace and Art Fair provide shopping opportunities for crafts, jewelry, and Toledo-themed items
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Children’s Activities: Families can enjoy face painting, balloon animals, obstacle courses, and interactive art projects hosted by the Toledo Museum of Art and Imagination Station
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Community Engagement: The festival also includes yard sales, house shows, and neighborhood gatherings, fostering a strong sense of community and celebrating the preservation of the historic district
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Dates and Schedule
For 2026, the festival runs from Friday, June 5, through Sunday, June 7, with events starting Friday evening and continuing throughout the weekend
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. Highlights include the Friday night Glow Roll, Saturday’s King Wamba Parade, house tours, music performances, and Sunday’s family-friendly activities like the Mrs. Roper Romp
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The Old West End Festival is not only a celebration of Toledo’s architectural and cultural heritage but also a lively community event that draws visitors from across the region, offering a mix of history, entertainment, and local flavor
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We are devolving as a species at a frightening rate.
We are devolving as a species at a frightening rate.
Are we not men?
You can whip it!
Watching on patrol live last night they had a problem with what appeared to be the local “fruit salad”. It being pride month can only assume it is hormone modified idiots on crack going crazy.
Don’t go where THEY are.
If THEY come where you are, Leave.
If you can’t Leave then shoot early and often.
Ohp. There’s that word. “Vibrant.” No event that is “vibrant” ends well.
Thanks for posting.
Somebody confused Old West with Wild West.
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