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Toledo
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Toledo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Strain’s Farm Market on Hill Avenue is helping seniors sign up for a benefits program that offers $50 in free produce, though fewer cards are available this year. Residents must apply by May 22nd (cards available from May 15) and bring ID if they are 60 or older. WTVG
- ➤ Inspired Lumber workshop and Home Depot Foundation teamed for a 'Salute to Carpentry' event on Thursday to build a pavilion at Lucas County Veteran Services—helping vets and first responders learn woodworking. WTOL
- ➤ Residents in the Onsted apartment complex face plumbing problems after a water main break left them without showers; they say the landlord has not contacted them for 17 days and provided no timeline for repairs. WTOL
- ➤ Community leaders met to discuss Toledo’s growing homelessness, noting a 107% rise in unsheltered residents while shelter beds dropped by 4% between 2025 and 2026 (data from local agencies). They encouraged neighbors to volunteer, donate, or prepare meals for those in need. WTVG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The debut episode of We the People with Alexandria Manthey aired Thursday, May 7 at 3 p.m. on 13 Action News, highlighting local history with self-guided trails, a museum tour, and stories from the public library. The show also features segments celebrating the country’s 250th birthday. WTVG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Toledo Early Learning Center earned a perfect evaluation from Ohio’s Step Up To Quality program and kept its Gold rating by providing quality early care for children and hosting summer Camp Rockets from June to August. The University of Toledo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Toledo Zoo announced that Johari (Jo), a 38-year-old western lowland gorilla diagnosed with advanced cardiac disease, died May 6. The zoo said medication and daily ultrasounds no longer sustained her comfort, and staff will monitor her troop during this transition. WTVG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents can use the new Clean Toledo Recycling Center starting June 2 at 3900 Creekside Ave for year-round self-service recycling and waste disposal (proof of residency required) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesdays through Saturdays. WTVG
- ➤ City officials advanced plans to rename a street in honor of 13-year-old Kei'mani Latigue after her notable community impact on May 7, and the proposal is expected to be implemented soon. WTVG
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Toledo’s Neurosciences Center ALS Clinic opened in March 2025 and offers one morning and one afternoon session each month where patients can see a full care team in one visit. Providers plan to add a third session monthly and encourage donations to help support comprehensive care. WTVG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Detroit Tigers fired Triple-A manager Gabe Alvarez + he sent an inappropriate text to a colleague, the team announced Tuesday. Interim manager Mike Hessman now leads the Toledo squad as the team moves forward. WTVG
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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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Designer Purse Bingo
6-8 p.m. — Taylor Hyundai of Perrysburg — $20 entry — Test your luck for designer purses while supporting a great cause.
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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 exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscapes in painting and photography.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free admission — Explore a captivating two-person exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscape art.
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One City, Many Moments
6-9 p.m. — The Portal at Toledo School for the Arts — Celebrate closing night with the artist while enjoying drinks and local food amidst stunning images of Toledo's vibrancy.
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