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Longtime volunteer Annette from the Toledo St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway shared her close ties to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital with WTOL 11's Mel Andrews — St. Jude ambassador Chris Vickers also took part in the discussion.

Cherry Street Mission and Leadership Toledo will host a second chance job fair next Tuesday in Toledo to help job seekers by offering free haircuts, mock interviews and access to a career closet.

The event will begin with a networking lunch at 12:30 p.m. before the fair runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.—designed to support those facing barriers from past convictions.

A Penta Career Center student was taken into custody on May 1 after he allegedly brought a pocket knife and an air soft gun to school for protection during an after-school situation—officials said no students or staff were in danger and the case is under investigation.

Toledo School for the Arts is starting its own record label and will release its first album today—introducing the Flying Pigs' music to local fans.

Toledo-Lucas County Public Library created the Nancy Drew Fund to enhance and expand the Jennifer Fisher Nancy Drew Collection—the largest public collection of its kind—to support rare acquisitions and improve its display.

The fund also honors local author Mildred Benson who wrote 23 of the first 30 Nancy Drew books under the pen name Carolyn Keene.

On Saturday, Teri Hobson will receive a bachelor of science in nursing and her daughter Kayliana Ortiz will earn an associate’s degree in general studies at Toledo Early College, marking a milestone in their healthcare careers.

Hobson, who has balanced work, school, and family for over 20 years at UTMC, inspires her daughter, who plans to study nursing in the fall (both celebrate hard work in Toledo).

Ohio lawmakers passed a sweeping energy reform bill on May 1.

Donovan O’Neil from Americans for Prosperity-Ohio discussed the law on Action News Now and explained its impact on state energy policy.

City officials said the homeowner must pay for repairs on her property before the city fixes the sewer main affected by an expanding sinkhole on Pinewood Avenue.

The resident said the hole began on the street and spread into her yard plus she argued that the repair costs should not fall on her given the aging system.

Marta 'Tita' Santiago Morales— a local warrior— shared her story to help highlight ALS Awareness Month.

She said she is living life to the fullest despite knowing she may have a timeline on her life.

Jean Holden Live Performance

7:15-10:15 p.m. — Lucille's Jazz Lounge — Tickets required — Experience the sultry sounds of Jean Holden, a celebrated Toledo vocalist and esteemed voice teacher.

May the Fourth Be With You 4K & Wookiee 1K

8:40 a.m. — Second Sole — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Star Wars Day with a fun run featuring a Wookiee-inspired 1K and a speedy 4K race.

Clue: A Murder Mystery

8 p.m. — Stranahan Theater & Great Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fiendishly funny murder mystery where everyone is a suspect.

Musical Bingo: Women of Rap

7-9 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — Free entry — Test your music knowledge with a fun twist on bingo using hits from female rap artists.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

6-7:15 p.m. — ProMedica Neurosciences Center — Free entry — A supportive monthly gathering for those affected by MS and their loved ones.

Black Violin Concert

7-9 p.m. — Valentine Theatre — Tickets available — Experience an innovative fusion of classical music and hip-hop from the dynamic duo Black Violin.

Night Market in the Garden

4-9 p.m. — Toledo Botanical Garden — Free entry — Celebrate the season kickoff of the Night Market with local artists and vendors in the beautiful garden setting.

Maker's Mart: Spring 2025

11 AM – 6 PM — Handmade Toledo — Free entry — Explore local artisan goods and handmade treasures at this vibrant spring market.

Mother's Day Brunch

12-3 p.m. — Cork & Knife Provisions — Ticket required — Experience a delightful Parisian garden-themed brunch with mimosa and lavender lemonade stations.

Spring Pearl Shucking Event

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — $30 — Discover the joy of shucking oysters and creating beautiful pearl jewelry in a fun, interactive setting.