Good morning, Toledo.

The annual Walleye Run on the Maumee River is underway today as warm temperatures have launched the 2026 season+ local organizers invite community members to enjoy the event along the river.

The Toledo Women Lawyers History Project will honor UToledo College of Law Dean Rebecca E.

Zietlow and Judge Mary Ann Whipple during its Wall of Fame Induction Ceremony Wednesday, Mar. 18 at 5 p.m. in the SLK Lounge (College of Law) to recognize their contributions to the local legal community.

A massive sinkhole formed on a Point Place sidewalk near North Summit Street and 109th, and city crews blocked the area yesterday.

The timeline for repair remains unknown.

The University Women’s Commission and University Libraries present the Women’s History Month Notable Rockets Spotlight, a monthlong exhibit honoring influential women, open throughout March at the Carlson Library and the glass connector at Mulford Library (Health Science Campus).

Alyssa Stoy, an occupational therapy doctorate candidate at UToledo graduating in May, is partnering with Destination Toledo on a capstone project to create an accessibility guide for travelers with diverse needs (gathering input from people with disabilities and caregivers) to help local businesses improve inclusion.

Utility crews worked to remove fallen trees + repair damages after a windstorm Saturday left thousands without power in Toledo.

AEP restored electricity to over 175,000 customers and expects to resolve outages by tonight.

Boaters are urged to recycle shrink wrap this spring at designated drop-off sites in Toledo and nearby areas, as ODNR and the Ohio Clean Marinas Program (in partnership with local recyclers) work to reduce plastic pollution in waterways.

A Waterville nursery — constantly monitoring windstorm impacts — warns residents to look out for downed squirrels after windstorms have knocked over more than a dozen animals this week.

The facility asks people who find injured squirrels to text 419-910-4038 before intervening.

Military officials on Mar.

15 identified six airmen killed in an Iraq plane crash during Operation Epic Fury (three of the airmen were from Ohio) as investigators review the incident.

Toledo lost to Akron in the MAC tournament championship game on Mar.

15 after Akron hit a buzzer-beater in the final seconds (the decisive moment).

Heartbeat of Toledo Annual Fundraising Banquet 2026

6-8 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Perrysburg — Reserve your seat — Support local families while enjoying dinner and inspiring stories.

Kitten Shower Donation Drive

3-9 p.m. — Toledo Humane Society — Donations welcome — Help stock the Orphaned Kitten Nursery and support local cats in need during kitten season.

Glass City Wranglers vs. Grove City Whitetails

6-9 p.m. — Glass City Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling professional basketball action along with engaging entertainment in downtown Toledo.

Garden Brothers Nuclear Circus

4:30-10:30 p.m. — Franklin Park Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting night of thrilling circus performances and entertainment for all ages.

Walking Down Main Concert

7-10 p.m. — Frankie's Toledo — Tickets available — Enjoy an uplifting evening with live music featuring Walking Down Main's heartfelt compositions.

Glass City Wranglers Basketball Game

7-10 p.m. — Glass City Center — Tickets vary — Experience fast-paced professional basketball with family-friendly entertainment and food options.

Bloomington Bison at Toledo Walleye

5:15-6:15 p.m. — Huntington Center — Free for kids 12 & under — Celebrate Kids Takeover Night with mascots, giveaways, and a postgame open skate.

Glass City Wranglers vs. Hamilton Huskers

6-9 p.m. — Glass City Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the fast-paced action as the Wranglers face off against the Huskers in a lively basketball game.

The Paxton-Spangler Band Performance

7-10:30 p.m. — TolHouse — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of live music from lifelong friends and talented musicians RJ Spangler and Tbone Paxton.

Toledo Mud Hens vs. St. Paul Saints

4:05 – 5:05 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — $17.00 - $24.97 — Watch thrilling minor league baseball action as the Mud Hens face off against the Saints.