The two homes will be completed simultaneously and will be Habitat’s second double build of the year.
More than 300 volunteers have been secured to build each of the new homes in just six weeks.
The two homes are the third and fourth homes to be built in 2023.
Habitat has the commitment to construct two double builds in 2023 to provide additional workforce housing to stabilize and strengthen more families within the community.
The Raise the Wall Ceremony will take place at 524 North Cory Street at 8 o’clock Saturday morning August 26th.
Event parking will be at Swale Park.
A livestream of the ceremony will be available on Habitat’s Facebook page for people unable to attend in person.
Congratulations to all those that received a Tiffin Police Department award or commendation at tonight’s City Council Meeting. Lt. Jason Windsor, Sgt. Jared Watson, Officer Brent Riley and Officer Rachel Stafford received the Meritorious Award recognizing their exceptional efforts and remarkable courage and dedication in the line of duty. In essence, this award seeks to honor those who exhibit a level of gallantry, selflessness, and commitment that surpasses the normal expectations of their duties. Their actions serve as an inspiration to their fellow officers and the community, showcasing the highest ideals of law enforcement and contributing to the greater good.
Officer Andrew Stevens received the Life Saving Award recognizing his exceptional efforts in a life-threatening situation, where his actions directly contributed to saving another person’s life. His commitment to duty and his ability to remain composed under pressure are truly commendable and exemplify the highest standards of service in law enforcement. Your dedication to preserving life in the face of adversity reflects the highest ideals of this profession and serves as an example of exceptional service to the community.
Dispatch Supervisor Candie Cunningham received a Tiffin Police Department Commendation for her exceptional response and professionalism during two recent critical events occurring in the city of Tiffin. Her actions undoubtedly made a significant impact on the lives of those involved, and her unwavering dedication to duty reflects the highest standards of our profession. Your service to the community is invaluable, and we are immensely proud to have you as a member of our team.
Additionally, Seneca County Echo Unit Paramedic Christopher East was also recognized with a department commendation for his participation and effort during a recent critical incident in the city of Tiffin. Congratulations to all of you and thank you for your service to this community.
Chief Pauly
* Not Pictured are Lt. Jason Windsor and Officer Rachel Stafford
Cross released a statement thanking people for their support and announcing his family’s move to Findlay.
The Cross Family statement can be read below.
“Christina, Carson, Connor and I are deeply touched and moved by the outpouring of support and action from our family, friends and community. First and foremost, we would like to return the love by offering our heartfelt thanks for everyone who connected with us. Every prayer, phone call, text message, letter, hug and care package has made our days brighter and our souls stronger. We are blessed to be alive and in good spirits thanks to you.
My first priority is to provide stability for my family. The Cross family will soon move to Findlay, Ohio, as we’ve made the tough decision to not rebuild. The new school year starts this week, with our boys enrolled in their new schools in Findlay, and Christina and I are back engaged with our professional careers and public service duties. We are far from finished with a long road to recovery, but with grit and determination we now have some stability. Thank you for your grace to allow us time to do so.
No matter where we live within the district, I will continue to do my best to champion all parts of the 83rd district. Hancock, Hardin and Logan counties are special places to live, work and prosper!
Finally, my family and I will advocate the best we can for fire safety and prevention efforts. Remember to check smoke detectors, plan and practice home evacuation efforts, install heat alarms in garages, protect legal/government documents in a fire proof safe, and make sure car and home insurance policies are up-to-date.”
The 83rd District that Cross represents includes Hancock County , Hardin County and a portion of Logan County.
The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office said two people were injured in a crash that occurred when one of the drivers ran a red light.
The crash happened at County Road 140 and US 224, just west of Findlay, at around 2 o’clock Monday afternoon.
The sheriff’s office said Alexandria Withrow, 17, of Benton Ridge, was driving south on County Road 140 and failed to stop at the light at US 224 and crashed into a vehicle that was westbound on US 224 being driven by 32-year-old Ashley Hohenbrink of Columbus Grove.
Ashley was taken to Blanchard Valley Hospital for her injuries.
Alexandria sustained injuries as well but was not transported, according to the sheriff’s office.
Alexandria was issued a citation for failing to stop at the light.
The Hancock Leadership program is now accepting proposals from local organizations to help the 2024 class choose its local service project.
The project proposal must have a central service component and be community-oriented; it must be able to be completed on or before June 30, 2024; and funding cannot exceed $10,000.
Select applicants will have the opportunity to present their projects to the class in October.
Proposals must be submitted to The Chamber no later than September 19th for consideration.
Recent Hancock Leadership classes have completed the following: TAPS for Military Veterans, YouBelong Campaign, History Walk at Brucklacher Memorial Park, Y on the Fly, re-establishing Camp 911, and the creation of the Hidden in Plain Sights mobile trailer.
Hancock Leadership is a program of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce aimed at developing, and cultivating, all people with a passion to serve our community through a dynamic learning experience that encourages self-discovery, fosters relationships and inspires stewardship.
Contact Dionne Neubauer, Director of The Chamber, at 419-422-3313, dneubauer@FindlayHancockChamber.com for more information and/or to submit your proposals.
The Findlay Police Department is reminding drivers to pay attention in school zones and to obey school bus laws as the new school year gets underway.
Findlay Police Officer Brian White says the department has received questions regarding the speed limit in school zones.
Brian says the Ohio Revised Code states, the speed limit is “twenty miles per hour in school zones during school recess and while children are going to or leaving school during the opening or closing hours.”
However, many school zone signs include the wording “During Restricted Hours”.
So, the question that usually follows is, “what are those restricted hours?” The short answer is, it depends on the school.
As Brian mentioned in the audio above, schools have different start or end times and some have recess while others do not.
While Findlay High School starts at 7:30 am and ends at 2:40 pm, Jefferson Primary School starts at 9:15 am and ends at 3:40 pm.
School delays and cancelations can also impact these times.
Traditionally, Findlay High School has had open lunches during various times, allowing students to walk to various area restaurants.
The spirit of the law is intended to keep children safe, but not unduly restrict traffic when that particular school is not in session.
For this reason, restricted hours are not set in stone.
To address this, many area schools have installed flashing warning lights to alert drivers to when that particular school is in session and when those “restricted hours” apply.
Ohio law does not require these lights, which is why you will see them at one school and maybe not another.
Regardless if the lights are installed or not, it’s up to the individual driver to slow down when children are at recess or going to or from school.
The police department is offering some general tips to help guide drivers as the new school year begins.
Pay attention. Many of those stopped for speeding in a school zone don’t realize they were in a school zone in the first place.
If the flashing lights are active, slow down.
If it’s the morning or afternoon and you see a child in a school zone, slow down.
“Remember, school speed zones are intended to keep children safe,” Brian said.
“Following the tips above can potentially save a life, as well as save you from a hefty fine.”
Click here for a refresher on school bus laws in Ohio.
The first day for students in Findlay City Schools is Tuesday, August 22nd.
The first day for Liberty-Benton Local Schools is Tuesday, September 5th.
The Findlay Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol will be conducting an OVI sobriety checkpoint this week.
The checkpoint is designed to deter and intercept impaired drivers.
The Highway Patrol said the county where the checkpoint will take place will be announced the day before the checkpoint and the location will be announced the morning of the checkpoint.
The Highway Patrol is reminding people who consume alcohol to always designate a driver or make other travel arrangements.
“Don’t let another life be lost for the senseless and selfish act of getting behind the wheel impaired.”
The Norwalk Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol says a pilot had to make an emergency landing near the Fostoria Metropolitan Airport.
The Highway Patrol said their preliminary investigation showed that a Mooney M-20, piloted by James W. Van Hook, 66, Sylvania, made an emergency landing in a field at approximately 4:07 p.m. Sunday after the engine lost power.
The crash happened approximately one-third of a mile north of the approach end of runway 27, near the intersection of Weaver Road and Ecker Road in Jackson Township.
Van Hook was not injured and the single-engine Mooney sustained minor damage.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office.
The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board have been notified and the incident remains under investigation.
(pictures courtesy of the Ohio State Highway Patrol)
