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Toledo
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Getting to 1 Diaper Bank — located at the Salvation Army in downtown Toledo — provides free diapers for 700-800 families each month. Donations remain needed to meet demand and reduce health risks for babies. WTVG
- ➤ Springfield Township will host its Summer Series starting June 27 at 9 a.m. featuring the Firecracker 5K, HEROhustle, live music, and fireworks to raise funds for charities including veteran organizations. Local sponsors and longstanding traditions blend to boost community connection. Toledo Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three people were hospitalized after a fire broke out at Community House Church in the 3700 block of Laskey Road just before 7:20 a.m. Monday. WTVG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Billy Bob Thornton and The Boxmasters will perform at the Valentine Theatre on Wednesday, Aug. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets went on sale to Valentine patrons on March 30 + the band will release their new album on June 12 ahead of the tour. WTOL
- ➤ Local CEO Tedd Long turns his love for Toledo’s past into a storytelling career with bus tours, a blog (holytoledohistory.com), books, and a podcast that sparks nostalgic memories among residents. His work highlights familiar local landmarks and family traditions. WTVG
- ➤ Toledo’s Old West End Festival will run from June 6-7 with the King Wamba Carnival Parade starting at 10 a.m. Saturday (joined by house tours, an art fair, and a Friday night bike roll), showcasing rich neighborhood history and community spirit. WTOL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Average gasoline prices in Toledo dropped by about 24 cents to $3.60 on Sunday — a decline of over 6% from last week and 12.2 cents lower than a month ago. GasBuddy analysts warn that prices may rise again soon if global oil market risks continue. WTOL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Toledo police are inviting pre-kindergarteners to learn safety skills during a free summer program (Safe-T-City) held in June and July at Scott Park Shelter House. The program will offer hands-on lessons to help young learners stay safe in their community. WTOL
- ➤ Families have rallied and submitted petitions (urging the district to reconsider plans to close Harvard and Navarre elementary schools) to protect local education. Community members say these efforts aim to ensure that decisions about local schools are carefully reviewed. WTOL
- ➤ UToledo student-athletes volunteered at the riverfront cleanup to gain experience and community service skills, according to director Traci Snyder. The event highlighted the school’s effort to link sports with civic engagement. The University of Toledo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wood County has launched a new alert system that sends severe weather, safety, and road closure notifications via text, call, email, or app; residents must create a new account to sign up (standard messaging rates may apply) and benefit from precise targeting. WTOL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Advanced Specialty Hospitals of Toledo will close its long-term care facility on Garden Lake Parkway on May 1, and 116 employees will be terminated on June 8, state filings show. The hospital provided 40 private rooms for patients recovering from critical illnesses. WTVG
- ➤ Dr. David Kennedy and Dr. Steven Haller are leading the ongoing Great Lakes Aerosol Monitoring Research study to examine how toxic Lake Erie algae might enter residents' bodies through the air. Toledo residents can join the study to learn more about its potential health impacts. The University of Toledo
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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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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.
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Jean Holden Performance
8-11 p.m. — Lucille's Jazz Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the captivating voice of Jean Holden in an intimate jazz setting.
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The Shark is Broken
2-4:30 p.m. — Toledo Repertoire Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a comedic and insightful behind-the-scenes look at the making of Jaws.
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May the Fourth Be With You 4K Run
6:00-8:00 p.m. — Second Sole — Cost varies — Participate in a flat and fast 4K run with awards for overall winners and fun finishers' gifts.
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Karaoke Night
8 PM — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No cover — Sing your heart out with DJ Ang at a lively night of karaoke.
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