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Toledo
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Angels in Arms, a local nonprofit aiding veterans and first responders for six years, has received a $1,300 donation from Yark Automotive Group + 13abc to help cover essential expenses. WTVG
- ➤ The Maumee Senior Center will host a retirement resource fair (targeting ages 50 to 70) to offer local pre-retirees useful information on planning for their future. The Blade
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pickle Mania drew hundreds downtown today as local fans enjoyed creative costumes plus themed displays at the festival. The inaugural event celebrated Toledo’s love of pickles with fun activities for all. The Blade
- ➤ Toledo foodies can attend Hop Chef Season 6 on Thursday, Apr. 30 at Maumee Bay Brewing Company's Warehouse (201 Morris St) with doors opening at 5pm and a beer-infused culinary competition starting at 6pm. Local chefs will craft dishes using a randomly selected brew while proceeds benefit Humane Ohio. Toledo City Paper
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local paratransit companies Black and White Transportation and Golden Care Transportation face higher fuel costs as gas prices rise amid uncertainties - they serve patients needing critical care such as dialysis and cancer treatments while managing fixed-rate contracts. WTVG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Toledo will offer nearly two dozen summer camps for kids to try sports, arts and academic activities starting in early June and running through July (enrollment is limited). The University of Toledo
- ➤ UToledo College of Pharmacy ranked No. 1 in Ohio for its residency match rate after hosting a reception for the (class of 2026) on April 16 at its campus in Toledo. Seventeen residents will remain in Ohio and nine will train locally, keeping skilled professionals in the region. The University of Toledo
- ➤ Tonya Duran (58), a local mentor and founder of the Believe Center, earned her degree after years of guiding community members. Her milestone in lifelong learning inspires Toledo residents to reach higher. The Blade
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Turkey vultures are taking advantage of rising thermals as they migrate through Toledo today near Side Cut Metropark along the Maumee River — their circling and roosting in tall trees highlight their role as scavengers. Toledo Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is hosting a free community conversation on Black women’s mental health and self-care on Thursday, May 7, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Kent Branch Library featuring public health advocate Tara Pringle Jefferson and Health Department coordinator Keianna Wimberly. WTOL
- ➤ Mercy Health’s mobile mammography van will visit 19 stops in northwest Ohio and two in southeast Michigan for 3D screenings in May for patients aged 40 and older; appointments must be made by calling 833-MAMM-VAN. WTOL
- ➤ Dr. Blair Grubb, director of UToledo’s Syncope Autonomic Disorders Clinic, said his current research found a significant rise in post-coronavirus POTS among patients. His study shows ongoing health challenges + points to the need for further investigation. The University of Toledo
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, supporters cheered on runners at the Mercy Health Glass City Marathon as athletes raced through Toledo, including John Lee and his wife, Kristin, who traveled from Columbus with a unique bouquet (in a glass vase) to boost their friend’s spirit. The Blade
- ➤ On Monday, Apr. 27, the Browns selected Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren with the No. 58 pick in the NFL Draft after trading with the 49ers. McNeil-Warren expressed gratitude for the team's decision. The University of Toledo
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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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Jazz Collective at Peacock Cafe
7-10 p.m. — Peacock Cafe — No cover charge — Experience captivating live jazz music every Thursday night.
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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.
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MAKER'S MART: Spring 2026
11 AM – 6 PM — Handmade Toledo — $5.00 — Discover unique handmade goods and embrace local creativity at this vibrant spring market.
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