Good morning, Toledo.

Sunshine Communities is holding its annual plant sale through May 9, giving locals a behind-the-scenes look at the facility where plants are grown with care.

Local motorcyclists are urging drivers to stay alert as riding season begins today & federal data show riders are nearly 30 times more likely to be fatally injured compared to car drivers.

The El Corazon de Mexico Ballet Folklorico performed traditional Cinco de Mayo dances at Mayores Senior Center yesterday, showcasing heritage with local seniors in a colorful display.

The dancers wore handmade dresses that added to the event's charm.

Toledo schools are facing pressure on their budgets as diesel prices near $6, prompting officials to review spending plans to address rising fuel costs.

Students at UToledo learn from local family-owned companies in a business course taught by Angie Jones.

The program pairs them with entrepreneurs such as Marsha’s Buckeyes (a candy maker) to gain real-world insights into running a company.

UToledo held its inaugural residency and fellowship fair at the College of Medicine and Life Sciences where medical students and residents met with representatives from 35 Ohio and Michigan programs including Mercy Health + Kettering Health and Cleveland Clinic Akron General.

Dr. David Kennedy (a University of Toledo professor) explained that while microplastics do not cause algal blooms, they give algae room to stick together; his comments suggest Lake Erie faces an added threat as phosphorus and nitrogen fuel the blooms.

Local leaders in Toledo are planning to expand emergency overnight shelters after two people died during extreme cold this winter.

A panel discussion on Code Blue is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. today at Glass City Enrichment Center to review shelter options.

Voters in Lucas County approved a 0.9 mill levy on Tuesday for the Toledo Zoo — a measure replacing two expiring levies that will cost taxpayers less and is expected to generate $100 million over 10 years to fund capital upgrades including renovations and a new vet clinic.

Bay Park Hospital was placed on lockdown Tuesday after a security report about a bomb threat led authorities—along with local police and the fire department—to boost security; investigators later found nothing suspicious while patients continued receiving care.

Toledo Mud Hens manager Gabe Alvarez was fired for an alleged violation of club policy — interim manager Mike Hessman takes charge as confirmed by the Detroit Tigers today.

The Detroit Tigers fired Mud Hens manager Gabe Alvarez on Tuesday after alleging a club policy violation and named Mike Hessman as interim manager; Alvarez had managed since Opening Day 2025 and played for the team from 1998 to 2000.

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.

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.

Designer Purse Bingo

6-8 p.m. — Taylor Hyundai of Perrysburg — $20 entry — Test your luck for designer purses while supporting a great cause.

Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude

12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free Entry — Experience a captivating two-person exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscapes in painting and photography.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Toledo

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel — All materials included — Craft your own Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying traditional tea and sweet treats.

Mother’s Day Tea

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Libbey House — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Mother's Day with an elegant tea at the historic Libbey House.

Membership Appreciation Picnic and Mud Hens Game

6:35 – 7:35 PM — Fifth Third Field — Free for members, $25 for guests — Enjoy a picnic and family-friendly fun before the Mud Hens game.

Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude Art Exhibit

12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free admission — Explore a two-person exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscapes in painting and photography.

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — Unknown — Toledo Ohio — $ — A vibrant race event featuring road courses for all ages, including a kids run.