Good morning, Toledo.

Meet Liv, a 4-year-old leash-trained stray who loves blankets and is up for adoption now at Lucas County Canine Care and Control (blanket donations for shelter dogs can be dropped off at 1301 Monroe Street).

Maumee senior Eli Dodson was named a Rising Star on Oct.

26 for his leadership on the football field and volunteer work in the community (school officials announced the honor).

Whitehouse is getting a large floral mural on the north side of CycleWerks and village leaders are planning more public art and nighttime lighting to brighten downtown; the fire department's calls are up about 10% as officials review a proposed subcontract to cover part of Swanton Township before the Dec. 31 contract deadline. Library engagement sessions run Wednesday, Oct. 28 at Waterville Kroger and Saturday, Oct. 31 at Whitehouse Park Pavilion.

Data from the Lucas County treasurer show out-of-state landlords own 7 percent of residential properties countywide and 10 percent in Toledo — about 10,300 homes; the I-TEAM will meet with the treasurer later this week to break down the figures.

The Toledo Blade will end publication at the end of the year, and more than 100 employees are expected to be laid off.

UToledo M.D./Ph.D. candidate Yogesh Kumaran will present OssPlan, his patent-pending software that uses patient CT scans to virtually stress-test orthopaedic repairs, on Thursday, Oct.

29 as a Tech 419 pitch finalist to seek investors and move the product toward surgical use.

Ohio's average gas price is now higher than when the statewide gas tax suspension began, creating an Election Day price record and suggesting relief may not arrive soon (WTVG report).

A new report released Oct.

26 found Toledo-area employers face a growing shortage of electricians, plumbers and carpenters that could slow construction and repairs. Nearby Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute in Adrian is building a new facility to triple its student capacity and train more skilled-trade workers.

Peak fall color has arrived in northwest Ohio, and Toledo and lakeshore communities should see their best foliage this week & next; plan drives and park visits soon to catch peak hues.

Sashem Brey’s Watching Your Wallet Weekly aired yesterday with a warning about utility-company impersonation scams, tips to avoid a stressful probate battle, six retirement must-dos, and guidance on buying refurbished electronics; check the full segment for steps to protect your money.