Good morning, Toledo.

Danny's Cafe honored Duane Malinowski (Toledo's Polka King) who died earlier this week after battling kidney cancer.

The ceremony marked what would have been his Sunday performance and celebrated his local legacy.

UToledo senior Josh Ford overcame abuse and health setbacks and will earn his business degree on Saturday at John F.

Savage Arena (he received a lifesaving scholarship from donor Edward Kinsey). He plans to pursue a career in public policy and ethics consulting, marking a milestone in his journey.

After a winter flood that flooded 5-6 inches of water, the 90-year-old Pemberville school remains closed through next school year.

Preschoolers will be taught at a new elementary while fifth graders attend middle school, and district leaders estimate repair costs near $1 million (with renovation, sale or demolition under review).

Toledo native Brooke Foster graduates Saturday, May 2 with a degree in respiratory care and begins a pediatric residency at ProMedica Toledo Hospital after gaining hands-on experience in neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.

She will support respiratory therapists in long shifts as she embarks on a promising healthcare career.

UToledo faculty and staff on Main Campus will clean and purge offices, storage areas, and labs during Dumpster Days from May 4 to May 11 — submit work orders in advance for help moving items and check dumpster locations, with May 12 as the last call for cleanups.

UToledo’s College of Medicine and Life Sciences will host its first Residency and Fellowship Fair at the Lloyd A.

Jacobs Interprofessional Immersive Simulation Center on Friday, May 1 from 3 to 7 p.m. Around 100 students will network with nearly 30 reps from local health systems such as Mercy Health, Kettering Health & Cleveland Clinic Akron General.

ODNR announced that Lake Erie’s 2026-27 season will run from May 1 to April 30 with daily limits of 6 walleye (15-inch minimum) and yellow perch ranging from 10 to 30 fish by zone; anglers can expect trophy walleye as recent hatches boost numbers.

UToledo Health’s dermatology division will host a free skin cancer screening event for active-duty military and veterans Monday, May 4, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the Dermatology Clinic in Ruppert Health Center (Suite F) on Health Science Campus.

The powerlifting meet at Mainstreet Barbell brought together beginners and experienced lifters (including record-setter Stephanie Drake) in a strong, supportive atmosphere.

The event highlighted local talent and community spirit 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.

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.

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.

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.

Karaoke Night

8 PM — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No cover — Sing your heart out with DJ Ang at a lively night of karaoke.

Jazz Collective at Peacock Cafe

7-10 p.m. — Peacock Cafe — No cover charge — Experience captivating live jazz music every Thursday night.

Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude

12–4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Experience a captivating two-person art exhibit featuring traditional and alternative landscape in painting and photography.