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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local mom Wanda Butts turned her loss into a mission by founding the Josh Project to offer low-cost swim lessons and water safety education for Toledo kids—an effort boosted by a $1,300 donation from Yark Automotive Group and 13 Action News. WTVG
- ➤ Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity will host ReStore the Earth on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Calvary Church at 1360 Conant Street in Maumee — community members can drop off recyclable items including electronics, paper, cardboard, Styrofoam, up to 4 tires, furniture and latex paint. WTVG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man accused of multiple aggravated robberies in south Toledo had his bond set — Marcus Page will return to court in April. WTOL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Issue Box Theatre will host Ms. Cast, a one-night cabaret where local artists take on roles beyond normal casting rules, on Sunday, Mar. 23 at 2 p.m.—this event marks the theater's 10 years of using art to address social issues in our community. Toledo City Paper
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz will announce the new Kid Mayor at 1:30 p.m. today—after a competitive process where hundreds of students applied and 13 finalists were chosen, one to serve as Kid Mayor and 12 to join the Kid Council. WTVG
- ➤ Local agencies DOGE and HUD cut key housing services in Lucas and Wood counties amid a national crisis, leaving many residents with fewer ways to report housing discrimination. The Fair Housing Center is pursuing a class action suit and urges Toledoans to call their representatives for help—action that aims to restore support for those affected. WTVG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UToledo Health expanded its transplant program to include pancreas transplants—its first procedure in February helped patient Taylor Iceman avoid dialysis and insulin shots after his simultaneous kidney and pancreas transplant for Type 1 diabetes and kidney failure. The move builds on the hospital’s long-standing kidney transplant expertise and will offer more treatment options to local patients. The University of Toledo
- ➤ A timeline recalls key moments from 2020 when local officials in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan shut down schools, canceled events, and set plans to reopen businesses as COVID-19 spread—moments that helped steer the region toward recovery. WTOL
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo women's basketball team will host Minnesota at Savage Arena on Thursday in the 2025 Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament. The game will tip off at 7 p.m. and be televised on ESPN+ while a win will send the Rockets to face the winner of Missouri State and Oral Roberts on Sunday. WTOL
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Childbirth Preparation Class Led by Solace Health and Wellness
This monthly class aims to educate expectant individuals on childbirth and new motherhood through varying topics and hands-on practices.
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March Mayhem 15k/25k Race
This competitive race offers runners the chance to kick off their spring season with a 15k or 25k challenge at The Shops At Fallen Timbers.
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YWCA Milestones: A Tribute to Women 2025
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Glass City Center | Tickets required | Celebrate and honor the achievements of remarkable women making a difference in Northwest Ohio.
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The 39 Steps: A Thrilling Whodunit
The 39 Steps is a fast-paced theatrical production that combines elements of a Hitchcock masterpiece, a spy novel, and Monty Python for an engaging experience.
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Open House at 2936 Squirrel Bend
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM — 2936 Squirrel Bend, Toledo, OH — $459,900 — Explore this beautiful 4-bedroom home during the open house event.
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Bundt Cake Date Night at Flip the Table
Experience a themed date night featuring cocktails, a choice of bundt cake, and access to a game library at a popular board game bar.
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Pop Up Little Monsters
5:30-6:30 p.m. | Catch 22 Baseball Facility | $2.00 ticket service fee | A fun introduction to baseball for 4-6 year olds focused on skill development and confidence building.
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Spring into STEM at McKinley STEMM Academy
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | McKinley STEMM Academy | Free entry | Experience a student-led tour and engage with hands-on STEM education in an innovative learning environment.
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Toledo Murder Mystery Dinner Party: The Case of the Spooky Seance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Spaghetti Warehouse — Three-course dinner included — Dive into an interactive comic mystery with a delicious meal.
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Craft and Drafts
10 AM – 3 PM — Maumee Bay Brewing Company — Space available for vendors — Enjoy a day of unique crafts and refreshing craft beers.
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