PHOTO: Toledo Unveils New Flag Design01/08/2025The new flag for Toledo was unveiled yesterday in honor of the city’s 188th birthday. The winning design from the flag contest is below, which was created by a Toledo resident and designer Mark Yappueying. Provided by: City of Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz said “This flag is an evolution of our past flags, connecting our past to our present and future.” The flag reimagines elements from the city seal, including a modernized blockhouse representing Toledo’s historical roots and industrial strength. Two blue bands symbolize the Maumee River, and a red starburst rises over the horizon, marking the city's geographical position. The flag's color palette—dark blue, light blue, white, and red—reflects Toledo’s history, natural resources, and spirit.