5/30/17 – 5:01 A.M.

Findlay residents honored those who paid the ultimate sacrifice serving their country during Memorial Day observance Monday. Kim Williams spoke to the Courier about why she participated in they day’s ceremonies…

Audio: Kim Williams

Jenny Miracle-Turner was one of many in attendance. She spoke to the Courier about the importance of the day…

Audio: Jenny Miracle-Turner

Findlay’s Memorial Day observances included a ceremony at the Ralph D. Cole Bridge on Main Street, a parade, and an observance in the Maple Grove Cemetery.

5/26/17 – 11:37 A.M.

The Findlay Meijer store is partnering with the Salvation Army to fight hunger in the city. The company says 100 percent of the “Simply Give” donation cards sold at the Findlay store will benefit the Salvation Army’s local food pantry. The promotion runs through June 18.

Meijer is also double-matching your donation on June 2 and June 3.

5/26/17 – 11:14 A.M.

Findlay will honor those who sacrificed their lives for their country this weekend. Annual Memorial Day ceremonies are set for Monday morning. The Hancock County Veterans Council says the day starts with a bridge ceremony at 9 a.m. at the Ralph D. Cole Bridge on Main Street.

Following the ceremony, the Memorial Day Parade will make its way from the American Legion to the Maple Grove Cemetery. Another ceremony follows the parade at the War Memorial in the cemetery.

5/26/17 – 7:17 A.M.

A summer reading program is coming to Arlington once again. The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library’s SummerREAD program kicks off in Arlington on June 6 at 2 p.m. The event includes face painting, smashing paints, a craft, and cookies.

The SummerREAD program runs from June 1 to July 29. The kickoff event at the main library is set for June 1.

The program rewards summer readers of all ages.

5/26/17 – 6:58 A.M.

You’ll be able to get a look inside the construction of the new Joint Justice Center in Tiffin next month. The Review-Times reports the JJC Leadership Core team talked about giving tours of the currently under construction facility during a Thursday meeting. The tours are set for June 10 between 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Area residents will see the first and second floors of the four-story building. A VIP tour will include more of the structure.

Seneca County Commissioner Holly Stacey says they are looking for volunteers to serve as guides for the event.

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5/26/17 – 5:31 A.M.

A problem with a pump means Arlington won’t open the village swimming pool this weekend. The village made the announcement Thursday. The pump in question places chemicals in the water.

While not welcome news, it might not be a great weekend for swimming anyway. Temperatures aren’t expected to approach 80 until Sunday and rain is potentially in the mix every day.

5/26/17 – 5:25 A.M.

One of Glenwood Middle School’s newest employees has quickly become a favorite for students. The Courier reports “Harrison” started as emotional support dog in the school last month. Principal Janice Panuto says the golden retriever splits time between her office, guidance offices, and classrooms.

Panuto says Harrison can help in a variety of situations. She says victims of bullying can, “decrease retaliatory anger and improve self-esteem” by spending time with the dog. At the same time, she says bullies can increase empathy and compassion by working with Harrison.

Glenwood’s PTO paid the $2,000 fee for training the dog to work in the school.

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