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Toledo
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lucas County Veterans Service Commission will host its first volunteer and job fair on Friday, Apr. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its Arlington Avenue office, offering local veterans, reserves, active duty members and their families a chance to connect with over a dozen organizations. WTVG
- ➤ Veteran Miguel Castillo joined Flag City Honor Flight in Washington, D.C. with his daughter Sonia Trotter (a Guardian Army National Guard member and Navy veteran), as one of 80 veterans honored for their service. WTOL
- ➤ Toledo Pro Teams will partner with the Lucas County Public Library this spring—offering kids free sports activities, youth physicals, and health screenings through the UToledo Health Mobile Unit. The University of Toledo
- ➤ At a Rotary event on Monday downtown, speaker Cheryl Hardy stressed that downtown’s surging momentum is no accident and said her own imperfection helps drive progress. Her remarks underscore how authentic struggles are fueling the community renewal. The Blade
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Ballet presents Coppelia at The Valentine Theater on April 25th and 26th, a whimsical ballet mixing comedy, classical dance, and staging in a season-closing performance. Director Eric Otto introduces new choreography and costumes with guest artist Ruslan Sprague and the Toledo Symphony — a fresh take on the tale. Toledo City Paper
- ➤ Culture Clash is hosting its 19th annual Record Store Day on Saturday, April 18, at its Monroe Street shop — featuring live music, vinyl releases and a vendor fair — and continues Sunday as part of 419 Day with local hip hop and pre-owned music discounts. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Toledo Library has chosen The Collaborative and Group 4 to design a new consolidated Detroit Avenue branch that combines the Heatherdowns and closed Toledo Heights locations. Construction will begin early next year after design concludes in Q1 2027, with an opening planned in Q2 2028 (serving South Toledo). WTOL
- ➤ The University of Toledo began its search for a new athletic director on April 14 after The Blade outlined key issues the successor will need to address in the athletic department. The University of Toledo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike DeWine and Jewish leaders urged Ohioans to counter anti-Semitism on Monday during Holocaust remembrance, calling for increased education (and community dialogue) to honor the lessons of the past. The Blade
- ➤ Neighbors living near the Northover Road site have mixed feelings as an $85M water tower project begins, with recent tree clearing already changing local views. The project is expected to add new construction to the area. WTOL
- ➤ Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur visited Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Plant (April 14) to announce a $19.2 million DOE investment for a new Nuclear Reactor Safety Training and Workforce Development program run by The University of Toledo. The University of Toledo
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The #11Together Blood Drive is underway today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Main Library downtown (donations help maintain the blood supply). Donors should check eligibility before giving. WTOL
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Health released an interactive dashboard on Tuesday that shows kindergarten immunization rates for the 2025-2026 school year across 2,097 schools, with statewide vaccination at 85.4% and county rates from 50.4% to 97.4%, and the tool updates annually allowing searches by vaccine type. WTOL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grace VanSlooten, a five-star recruit from Toledo, was picked 39th overall by the Seattle Storm after averaging 15.8 points and a block per game at Michigan State. She is the first Spartan drafted since Nia Clouden and will now work to make the roster for a season starting May 8. WTVG
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Bailey Zimmerman: Different Night Same Rodeo Tour 2026
7-9 p.m. — Huntington Center — Ticketed event — Experience country music star Bailey Zimmerman live for a night of high-energy music.
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Moments in Latitude Art Exhibition Reception
6-8 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with breathtaking landscapes by Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray.
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419 Day Party
10 AM - 6 PM — Maumee Bay Brew Pub — Free entry — Celebrate Toledo's 419 Day with cold beer, live music, and good vibes.
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419 Day Celebration
2-6 p.m. — Maumee Bay Brewing Co. — Free admission — Celebrate 419 Day with cold beer, live music, and the energetic sounds of Distant Cousinz.
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Celebrity Wait Night 2026
6-8 p.m. — Zia's — Tips support charity — Enjoy a fun evening with local celebrities serving your meal while supporting Bethany House.
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The Shark is Broken
7:30-10 p.m. — Toledo Repertoire Theatre — Ticket prices vary — A comedic peek into the chaos of filming the classic movie Jaws.
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Glass City Marathon
6:30 AM – 1:00 PM — The University of Toledo — Registration fee required — Celebrate the 49th running of this top-ranked marathon event in Toledo.
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Rooted in Wellness Expo 2026
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM — Franciscan Center of Lourdes University — $85/pp — Explore holistic health with expert-led presentations and networking opportunities.
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Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude Art Exhibit
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Explore a captivating exhibition of traditional and alternative landscape art in painting and photography.
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Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude Art Exhibit
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Discover captivating traditional and alternative landscapes in painting and photography.
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