Good morning, Toledo.

Metroparks is hosting STEAM Day at Swan Creek Preserve this Saturday with activity stations that highlight the science behind conservation.

Local families and science enthusiasts will enjoy discovering practical ways to protect natural spaces.

On Wednesday, Aug. 19, a small fire broke out at St. Anthony’s Church on Nebraska Avenue as its nearly $6 million renovation was underway to turn the building into a community space; firefighters quickly extinguished the flames + no one was hurt.

Toledo-native neo-soul singer Kayla Renée will perform her 11th sold-out show at Lucille’s Jazz Lounge (1447 N Summit St.) on August 29 at 7 p.m., with guest artists adding R&B, soul, and a poetry performance to the experience.

Yesterday, Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visited UToledo for the Heart of Opportunity tour — a stop that highlighted the university's role in fueling Ohio's top-ranked business climate.

The campus event featured a panel discussion and a guided tour at the Brady Engineering Innovation Center.

The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority received $34 million to improve the Maumee River beginning early next spring by removing 120,000 cubic yards of contaminated sediment from a mile near downtown for cleaner water and healthier wildlife (public info session on Aug.

26, 4–6 p.m. at One Maritime Plaza).

An electricity study released yesterday has raised concerns about another massive data center in Northwest Ohio—one community is pausing new rules while others plan to put the issue before voters.

A vacant home on North Toledo has sat empty nearly eight years causing safety risks, including overgrown weeds, rodent infestation, and a concealed no outlet sign.

City workers visited the site, issued violation notices, and plan court action, while neighbors reported police calls for suspicious activity (like an open garage door).

An East Toledo neighbor is urging the city to repave Girard and White streets, which have not been resurfaced in over 30 years.

She noted that nearby Myrtle Street has been updated recently and has reached out to local council for details on future plans.

After a month of heavy flooding in Jerusalem Township, Lucas County officials confirmed that the damage did not meet the multi-million dollar threshold for state or federal aid and have waived permit and floodplain fees to help residents fix properties – officials are expediting permit reviews to speed repairs.

UToledo Health’s six‐week TMS program is showing promise for treatment‐resistant depression as all patients completing the therapy have improved, with one patient reducing her medications (she now only takes Adderall) and reporting a brighter outlook.

Ottawa Hills native Ben Silverman enjoyed a long golf career until he discovered a secret weapon that changed his game.

His breakthrough highlights hard work & innovation and may inspire local players to rethink their approach on the course.

Toledo men's basketball announced its 2026–27 MAC schedule – featuring 22 league games – that sets the stage for a competitive season in the conference.

Former University of Toledo baseball standout Chris Meyers has been called up by the Detroit Tigers and will join the Toledo Mud Hens.

Local fans are excited for his debut & potential impact on the team.