08/01/18 – 6:23 P.M.

Car Tunes on Main is coming back to Findlay this weekend. Corvette Club president Dan Jensen said that the car show raises money for Open Arms.

Dan Jensen

Jensen said they try to get a bunch of cars involved.

Dan Jensen

Jensen said that they give the money raised to Open Arms Domestic and Rape Crisis Services. Last year they raised over $18,000.

Aside from cars, there will also be food, raffles, and prizes available. The event will take place in downtown Findlay from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. this Saturday. Admission is free.

08/01/18 – 5:20 P.M.

There has been a massive amount of IRS scam calls to Hancock County residents today. Findlay Mayor Lydia Mihalik explained that you should just hang up.

Lydia Mihalik

Mihalik said that while the scam is old, the method is new

Lydia Mihalik

Mihalik said that they have even received reports of the scammers reaching out through text as well.

The scammers will call or text saying that they are from the IRS and that you owe money. They’ll say if you don’t pay then they will have you arrested. Mihalik explained that the IRS will not call or text you and threaten to throw in jail.

If you receive this scam, you should hang up. Never send money or private information to someone you do not know.

8/1/18 – 7:20 A.M.

Mosquitoes in Seneca County have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. The Review-Times reports 11 pools of mosquitos from four locations in the county recently showed positive tests. County Health Commissioner Beth Schweitzer says they haven’t seen any human West Nile infections.

The virus spreads through the bite of an infected mosquito. Schweitzer says you can stay safe by using insect repellents on exposed skin when you are outside. Peak mosquito biting hours are from dusk to dawn. You can also help reduce mosquito pools by taking care of standing water on your property.

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8/1/18 – 6:46 A.M.

The University of Findlay is officially tobacco-free starting today. The school announced the tobacco-free policy earlier in the summer, and today is the first day it is in effect. The new rules ban the use of tobacco and nicotine on campus. That includes vaping devices.

The school will place signs across the campus to remind students, staff, and visitors about the policy. They’ll make exceptions on a case-by-case basis for academic research and theater productions on campus.

8/1/18 – 5:15 A.M.

A new survey from the AARP says Findlay ranks high for “livability.” The survey took into account things like housing, transportation, environment, health, and opportunity. Findlay tied with 15 other towns for the 21st spot. The AARP included 248 towns in the rankings.

Findlay’s highest score came in the opportunities section of the report. The city received high marks for economic and educational opportunities. Findlay’s lowest ranking came in the environment section, which looked at air and water quality.

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