(From Bowling Green State University)

Following a highly competitive selection process, 15 Bowling Green State University students were recently chosen for a prestigious fellowship that combines leadership development with public good.

The students were selected for the semester-long Millennium Fellowship, a world-class leadership program launched by the United Nations Academic Impact and Millennium Campus Network focused on creating global impact through service. The students are members of the Sidney A. Ribeau President’s Leadership Academy’s 2023 cohort.

BGSU students selected as 2024 Millennium Fellows include:

Amelia Alexander of Ada, Ohio

Elijah Ackles of Detroit

Latrese Bell of Detroit

John Biehl of Westerville, Ohio

Madison Bly of Detroit

Rylan Brown of Trenton, Ohio

Carlyn Campbell of Martin, Ohio

Matthew Cole of Detroit

Skylar Covington of Detroit

Madison Feehan of Bradner, Ohio

Hailey Hochstettler of Findlay, Ohio

Juliann Hogle of Perrysburg, Ohio

Brendan Jameson of Ada, Ohio

Alan Picott of Toledo, Ohio

Rebecca Walsh of Youngstown, Ohio

BGSU is among two public universities in Ohio with students in the 2024 Millennium Fellows class, which is composed of more than 4,000 undergraduates at 280 universities in 48 countries. Only 8% of applicants were accepted into the program.

“This is another example of how BGSU elevates the student experience through unique learning opportunities,” said Dr. Jacob Clemens, senior director of the C. Raymond Marvin Center for Student Leadership and Civic Engagement. “Our Millennium Fellows are now part of an expansive network of like-minded college students committed to directly impacting their communities through servant leadership.”

As the No. 1 public university in Ohio for student experience and opportunities, BGSU remains committed to empowering students to embrace personal and engaged learning experiences while benefiting from all the opportunities a comprehensive research university provides.

BGSU sophomore Amelia Alexander said she is grateful to attend a university that supports student success through unique growth and development opportunities.

“BGSU truly is a public university for the public good,” Alexander said. “BGSU gives students the chance to be part of a big learning community while also providing opportunities to stand out and make connections. I can’t walk across campus without seeing someone I know, and I attribute that to BGSU providing opportunities like this fellowship that allow students to make the most of their educational experience.”

The Millennium Fellows meet on campus bi-weekly to learn the curriculum, which centers around building and strengthening leadership skills to create global social impact. Throughout the semester, students will work together to organize an event or initiative to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and United Nations Academic Impact principles.

The goal is for Millennium Fellows to apply what they learn in real time to create public good in their communities and beyond.

“The Millennium Fellowship broadens students’ perspective and understanding of issues facing various communities and provides them with the skills to develop solutions that can create meaningful change,” said Adam Smith, coordinator of civic engagement for the Marvin Center and Millennium Fellowship advisor. “The fellowship curriculum also challenges the students to connect what they’re learning to their future career aspirations.”

In addition to being a fellow, Alexander is among two students selected to facilitate the bi-weekly curriculum sessions as a student director, providing an additional layer to the leadership training.

Alexander, a political science major, said that while the role of student director requires her to step outside of her comfort zone, she knows the experience will benefit her. She’s learned to collaborate, consider many different perspectives and listen intently.

“People are really passionate. Everybody has their own ideas and wants to be heard,” she said. “Being one of the facilitators in the room requires me to keep everyone on task, but also care about and respect everyone’s opinions. I’ve learned to really hear what people are saying versus just listening to their words.”

Although the students are still determining the specific details of the project they plan to undertake, Alexander said it aligns with the Sustainable Development Goal that promotes well-being and healthy lives for people of all ages.

“I’m really looking forward to seeing the end goal,” she said. “I’m excited to reflect on everything we’ve done and see all the work we put into this project, the amount of people we help and the impact we make through service.”

(From the City of Findlay)

The City of Findlay will be picking up leaves from November 18, 2024, through December 6, 2024. City employees will collect leaves that have been placed in biodegradable PAPER bags at the curb. Plastic bags and loose leaves will not be picked up. Bagged leaves are to be placed by the curb.

Limbs that are placed beside the bagged leaves will also be picked up. The limbs will be picked up separately from the leaves.

Crews will start picking up leaves on November 18, 2024. Crews will make several rounds throughout the whole City through December 6, 2024.

Biodegradable bags are readily available at local hardware, building supply, and some grocery stores.

Raking leaves into the street has many negative aspects. Leaf piles in the street can be a dangerous temptation to children who like to play in the piles and in many areas reduce the traffic to one lane or cause drivers to drive around the piles into oncoming traffic. Piled leaves tend to wash into and clog storm sewers, causing maintenance issues and potential localized flooding during storm events. Residents who blow or rake leaves onto City streets are in violation of long-standing City Codified Ordinance 311.01(d). Complaints should be forwarded to the Police Department.

City residents may continue to drop leaves at the green waste site located at 330 North Cory Street at no charge. The current hours for the site are Tuesday through Friday 2pm-7pm and Saturday 8am-1pm, closed Sunday and Monday. Beginning November 4, 2024, hours for the site will be Tuesday through Friday 1pm-6pm and Saturday 8am-1pm, closed Sunday and Monday. Beginning November 16, 2024, Saturday hours will be 8am-4pm. The green waste site will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in honor of Veterans Day and November 28, 2024, for Thanksgiving. It will be open on November 29, 2024, and November 30, 2024. The last day for the green waste site will be December 7, 2024.

The green waste site is intended for residential use only. No contractors are permitted to use this site. Only tree trimmings, brush, leaves, and grass clippings can be dumped in designated areas at the site.

Three people from Findlay have received recognition from 20 Under 40 Toledo.

Each year, the organization recognizes young community leaders with the 20 Under 40 Award.

“Showcasing twenty leaders—all under the age of 40—the program recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves in our community. In turn, 20 Under 40 intends to motivate other young leaders throughout Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.”

The three Findlay individuals recognized are: Kaleb Jai Harrison Brown -United Way of Hancock County/ University of Findlay, Emily Wolfe – CosmoProf Beauty/Cookies for the Cure, and Catherine Kisserberth – Hancock Federal Credit Union.

Jessica Hinks, a senior wealth advisor at Hixon Zuercher Capital Management in Findlay, was also nominated.  

The full list of recipients is below.

Chris Aldrich-Toledo Aerial Media

Shayla Bell Moriarty-Toledo Zoo

Kaleb Jai Harrison Brown-United Way of Hancock County/ University of Findlay

Lucas Camuso-Stall- Toledo Lucas County Public Library

Scott Cooper-CelSian Glass USA

Jeffrey Dennis- City of Bowling Green

Kenny Farrar- Yellow Beet

Andrea Gwyn- Mercy Health St. Anne Hospital/Sylvania Medical Center

Catherine Kisserberth- Hancock Federal Credit Union

Jennifer Kurtovic- Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce

Adam Motycka- University of Toledo

Robert C. Pasker III- Pasker Real Estate

Lance Self- Taylor Automotive Family

Stephanie Shackelford- Lucas County Land Bank

Laura Simmons-Wark- Humane Ohio

Jennifer Strauss- Nationwide Children’s Hospital Toledo

Anna Toney- Leadership Toledo

Peter Winovich- Wilcox Financial

Emily Wolfe- CosmoProf Beauty/Cookies for the Cure

Will Yenrick- ProMedica

(From the City of Findlay)

Mayor Christina Muryn is sad to announce that Don Essex, Human Resources Director will be leaving the City of Findlay team effective November 13, 2024.

Don has been serving the City of Findlay since 2014. Don has accepted a new position in Upper Arlington, Ohio.

“I am very sad to lose Don but know that this is the right decision for him. Don has been an immeasurable asset to myself and the entire community. He has been extremely engaged on boards, committees, a sounding board for challenges, and a steady voice for the City of Findlay Administration. On behalf of the City of Findlay team, I thank him for his service and wish him nothing but the best in this new adventure,” said Mayor Christina Muryn.

Prior to joining the City of Findlay team Don served as a HR Generalist in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Don is an Air Force Veteran and is passionate about personal health, building strong communities, and treating others with dignity and respect.

“Working for the City of Findlay, and being a part of the Findlay community, has been a great experience. I feel that we have the best public servants and a community that keeps getting better and better. I am truly thankful for the opportunity I’ve had to be a part of both” said Essex.

The search for Mr. Essex’s replacement is already underway with a job posting already available.

Mayor Muryn hopes to have a replacement hired by early 2025.

(WTOL-11) – A man convicted of kidnapping and murdering a baby last year will go to prison for life without parole.

Jonathan Baker was convicted of murder of a 7-month-old from North Baltimore.

Baker kidnapped the baby in June 2023 after a fight with her mother whom he was dating.

Baker took off and led police on a chase through Tiffin where he was caught after crashing into a home.

An autopsy showed the baby had been shot twice.

(ONN) – The U.S. Senate race in Ohio between Democratic incumbent Sherrod Brown and Republican challenger Bernie Moreno is the most expensive race in the country and could determine the Senate balance of power.

According to Columbus based Ad Tracker media buying, Republican spending for Moreno in October has far outpaced Democratic spending for Brown’s campaign.

Finance analyst Sarah Bryner from the nonprofit Open Secrets says much of the outside money in the race is coming from dark money groups where we don’t know where the money is coming from.

“The candidates might know, the political groups involved certainly know. We don’t know then who the politician who is elected is ultimately accountable to.”

The students at Findlay’s Chamberlin Hill Elementary will honor local Veterans during their 27th Annual Veterans Day Program on Friday, November 8.

The school reminds the public that, due to space limitations, the program is for Veterans and their guests only.

The doors will open at 9:30 a.m. and the student program featuring patriotic songs and performances will begin at 10:15 a.m.

Lunch will be served at 11:30.

Information to RSVP can be found on the flyer below a video from last year that you can see below.

Chamberlin Hill Elementary is located at 600 West Yates Avenue.

Veteran’s Day is on Monday, November 11. 

(From Findlay Police Chief James Mathias)

On October 28, 2024 at 1828 hrs. Officers were dispatched to Bernard Park (1105 Bernard Ave.) for a report of three juveniles consuming alcoholic beverages. Officers arrived and located the three juveniles at the park. During the investigation, a male suspect fled on foot and an officer pursued.  During the foot pursuit, a male juvenile suspect discharged a firearm at the pursing officer. The pursuing officer returned fire, striking the juvenile suspect. Officers on scene immediately rendered first aid. The juvenile suspect was transported to Blanchard Valley Hospital and later to a Toledo area hospital. The juvenile suspect has been pronounced deceased on October 29, 2024.  The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation was contacted and is leading the investigation. 

This was a dangerous and tragic situation.  Our officers are trained to respond to threats of violence, especially when a gun was involved.  A handgun was recovered on scene.  My thoughts and prayers go out to all that were part of this critical incident as a department and also the loss of a life.  

We are aware of the comments, assumptions and misinformation on social media and we will be releasing information as it becomes available.  We are working closely with the Hancock County Prosecutor’s Office and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation on releasing redacted information in the near future regarding Axon Body Worn Camera footage.        

James Mathias 

Chief of Police 

Findlay Police Department 

(From the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library)

Celebrate Local Authors at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library.

Join us for our 9th annual local Author Fest for a chance to meet, mingle with, and celebrate authors in your community! This year, we’re a stop on the ArtWalk, with books available for sale and signing.

The event takes place Friday, November 1, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library. This year, 20 local authors/illustrators are joining us, representing a wide range of genres.

There will also be a book sale in the lower level of the library sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

The Author Fest provides an opportunity for the reading community to discuss new titles and support local authors. For a complete list of authors, please go to www.findlaylibrary.org/events and click on the event for more information.

(From the Ohio State Highway Patrol)

On November 7, the Ohio State Highway Patrol will host regional testing for prospective applicants on the campus of Ohio Northern University at the King-Horn Convocation Physical Education Center, located at 609 W. Lincoln Ave. in Ada.

Those interested in employment with the Patrol can come to the King-Horn Convocation Physical Education Center at 9 a.m., where they will have the ability to talk with troopers about a career of service in our communities and on Ohio roadways. Those who meet the basic requirements to be a trooper – age 20 to 39, U.S. citizen, high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver license – will have the opportunity to complete an application and a written test during the event. If the written test is passed, applicants can proceed and take the physical fitness assessment on the spot. Prospective applicants should arrive in appropriate business attire with identification and bring physical fitness clothing with them. This regional testing opportunity gives prospective applicants a chance to quickly complete the first few steps of the application process, bringing them closer to their goal of being a trooper.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol employs highly motivated and well-trained professionals who are committed to providing quality service to those who live, visit and do business in Ohio. If you are looking to make a difference in your community, becoming a trooper is the right career for you!

The Patrol is accepting applications for our next Academy Class. If you can’t make it on November 7, or want more details on the requirements or application process, call 1-866-TROOPER, scan the QR code below, or click here to start your journey with the Ohio State Highway Patrol.