Good morning, Toledo.

Miss Gaylene, a longtime cafeteria worker at Hiawatha Elementary in the Washington Local District, retires after 38 years as the school closes — her coworkers gifted her two puppies to celebrate her service.

A nonprofit is helping local families with funeral and burial costs and invites residents to a free Community Rollout meeting on Monday, Apr.

20 at the Sanger Branch Library to learn about its services (including grief support and community referrals) that ensure dignified final arrangements.

The new director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Toledo used Holocaust remembrance to urge the local Jewish community to stand against anti-Semitism today.

Toledo Works aired a new episode featuring Free Press editor Erin Holden as she interviewed advocates Laura Zitzelberger and Rebecca Trumbull, who explain their work in wildlife rehabilitation and local pet care.

The program connects Toledo workers' stories with community values.

Toledo filmmaker William Harbeck, who captured early events including the Titanic's departure, is buried at Woodlawn Cemetery where his tombstone draws visitors curious about his legacy (local historian Tedd Long notes his unique story links our city to a major historical disaster).

Penta Career Center honored military-connected students and families Wednesday with an appreciation luncheon during Purple Up Day on its Perrysburg Township campus.

The event recognized the sacrifices of military households + set plans to expand support based on community feedback.

Since the cell phone ban began January 1, Toledo schools report better classroom focus and improved mental health, say teachers.

Some parents and students expressed mixed views, but educators at the School for the Arts note heightened engagement (marking a positive shift).

Yesterday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., the TPS Transformational Planning Committee presented a proposal — part of Transformational Plan 2.0 — with recommended budget cuts to help address a nearly $70 million deficit due to lost state and federal funding, a spokesperson said.

After Ohio schools banned cell phones (Jan.

1), students, parents and teachers have reported improved focus and fewer distractions in class. Local educators say the new policy is making lessons more engaging.

Each year new plants are evaluated carefully to promise garden success before they reach local gardeners.

Stone’s process ensures only the best varieties are offered after extensive evaluations + expert input.

On April 2, the Ohio Lottery pulled winning numbers for the Rolling Cash 5 game and one ticket sold at Kroger #617 in Toledo shared a $482,000 jackpot with a Wakeman ticket; after 26.75% in taxes, each winner will receive about $176,532.50.

Toledo Lucas County Public Library has appointed The Collaborative and Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning to design its new branch library in South Toledo.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Annual Recognition Awards: Kickoff to Mental Health Month

8-11:30 a.m. — Malawi Event Center — Free entry — Celebrate the heroes of mental health recovery in Lucas County with breakfast and awards.