Good morning, Toledo.

Operation Cat Connect is pairing veterans with cats in need of homes in partnership with the Lucas County Veterans Service Commission while Owens Community College received an $8,500 grant from the Toledo Rotary Club Foundation Fund to support its third Jill of All Trades event in October for young women exploring skilled trades. The University of Toledo launched the Powering UToledo podcast hosted by Interim President Matt Schroeder and media host Kristi K. Hoffman — it covers research and community impact — and Jūpmode’s Here for Good program returned to support over 350 local organizations through custom apparel sales.

A house fire on Thornapple Drive on March 21 started in an upstairs bedroom when a man fell asleep while smoking a cigarette — Toledo Fire and Rescue said first responders rescued a man and a woman who were then hospitalized for smoke inhalation.

The Ebtone boutique opens its doors today at 3 p.m. in downtown Toledo as it launches its new local fashion line.

A search party of family, friends, and volunteers gathered on March 21 in North Toledo — including areas like East Manhattan and Stickney — to look for 13-year-old Keimani Latigue who had been missing since she was last seen at 10 p.m. on March 16.

On March 20, police said a 41-year-old man randomly shot at cars in a parking lot near Sylvania—he battled officers by throwing a bucket of feces before being tasered and taken to hospital with signs of an altered mental state.

Toledo native Taylor Shine publishes eMPWR magazine to spotlight women of color in the local art scene with its first physical copy launching this month.

The magazine launch party will take place March 29 at The Portal Gallery at Toledo School for the Arts—tickets must be purchased in advance.

The University of Toledo earned several awards at the 40th Annual Education Marketing Awards for its The Power To Do campaign, winning gold in seven categories, silver in three and bronze in one.

The campaign, created with BVK and launched in July, brings together campus academics plus UToledo Health to boost its impact in the community.

Neighbors in Toledo’s Old West End are working with the Lucas County Land Bank to redevelop the abandoned Epworth Methodist Church and former Mary Manse College library into retail, residential, or rental spaces that will help keep seniors in the area.

The team has secured funding and expects groundbreaking in August if a committed developer steps forward — a project intended to bring new life to a cherished community landmark.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Northwood Paint and Sip Party – Velveteen

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pub 51 — Pricing per person — Create a charming Velveteen-inspired bunny painting while sipping on drinks and enjoying a cozy atmosphere.