UPDATE – The Severe Thunderstorm Watch has expired.
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch that includes Findlay and Hancock County.
The Severe Thunderstorm Watch goes until 10 p.m. Sunday.
Forecasters say storms could include powerful wind gusts of 75 miles per hour, large hail, heavy rainfall, and a couple tornadoes are possible.
You can get the latest forecast and weather alerts by clicking here.
(From the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library)
The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library is excited to announce the addition of Wonderbooks to its collection, offering a unique and engaging way for children to experience reading. Wonderbooks are a revolutionary combination of traditional print books with built-in audio players, designed to foster a love of reading and improve literacy skills.
Wonderbooks make reading an interactive and immersive experience. Each book features a pre-loaded audiobook that children can listen to as they follow along with the text. This multi-sensory approach helps to improve reading comprehension, vocabulary, and pronunciation. With easy-to-use controls, children can independently navigate through the stories, promoting confidence and a sense of accomplishment.
Key Features of Wonderbooks:
“We are thrilled to bring Wonderbooks to our community,” said Heather Rhoads, Community Relations Coordinator. “These innovative books provide an accessible and engaging way for children to develop their reading skills. The combination of reading and listening helps to reinforce learning and makes reading a fun and enjoyable activity.”
Wonderbooks offer Three Distinct modes:
The library is committed to providing resources that support literacy and lifelong learning for all ages. Wonderbooks are a valuable addition to the children’s collection, offering a unique and effective way to engage young readers.
Visit the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library to explore the Wonderbook collection and discover a new way to experience the joy of reading.
(From Blanchard Valley Health System)
Oncology services at Blanchard Valley Health System recently received accreditation under the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accreditation Program.
“This accreditation is a testament to Blanchard Valley Health System’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality care,” said Myron D. Lewis, MSW, MBA, FACHE, president and chief executive officer at BVHS. “Quality is our top priority, and we remain dedicated to ensuring that patients have access to exceptional, locally provided healthcare.”
The ACS CoC is a consortium of professional organizations dedicated to improving survival and quality of life for patients with cancer by setting and raising standards.
CoC accreditation is granted to institutions committed to providing high-quality cancer care by demonstrating compliance with the CoC standards. Each cancer program must undergo a rigorous evaluation and review of its performance and compliance with the CoC standards. To maintain accreditation, cancer programs must undergo a site visit every three years. The CoC accreditation standards supply the structure for providing all patients with a full range of diagnostic, treatment, and supportive services either on-site or by referral, including community-based resources.
“BVHS provides the highest level of cancer care, ensuring that patients never have to leave the community to receive the finest treatment available,” said Amy Mills, director of oncology services. “Our team is deeply committed to delivering exceptional care, guided by our dedication to the organization’s mission and the well-being of every patient we serve.”
As a CoC-accredited institution, BVHS also becomes an ACS Surgical Quality Partner. Being a Surgical Quality Partner signifies an institution’s dedication to consistently improving procedures and approaches while maintaining a critical eye on process at every step. The Surgical Quality Partner designation lets patients know the BVHS is dedicated to quality and relentless self-improvement and has been verified or accredited by the ACS. Patients can trust that the care they receive at Surgical Quality Partner hospitals adheres to the most rigorous standards in surgical quality.
“ACS Quality programs are grounded in more than a century of experience and participation is an important measure of a hospital’s surgical quality. As an ACS Surgical Quality Partner, BVHS has shown a commitment to providing the best possible patient care, evaluating that care in a rigorous fashion, and dedicating themselves to continuous self-improvement,” said ACS Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS.
To learn more about oncology services at Blanchard Valley Health System, visit bvhealthsystem.org/cancer.
(From Liberty-Benton Local Schools)
Liberty-Benton Elementary is proud to send 4th-grade student Hudson Matheny to the Global Amazing Shake at the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia from March 28–30!
Hudson will compete in various dynamic leadership and life skill-based stations.
Representing not only himself, but Liberty-Benton and Northwest Ohio.
This global competition will allow him to test his skills at the next level while meeting students from around the world.
We know he’ll bring back valuable experiences to share with his peers! Good luck, Hudson, and have fun!
The City of Findlay Green Waste Site will open for the season on Tuesday, April 1st.
The Green Waste Site is located at 330 North Cory Street, behind the Public Works Department building, with the entrance near the railroad tracks off North Cory Street.
Hours are Tuesday – Friday 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
For more information on the location click here.
The green waste site is for yard waste disposal (such as leaves, brush, limbs, grass) and is available to City of Findlay residents only at no charge.
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. Absolutely no bags, trash, or debris other than leaves, brush, limbs, and grass will be accepted.
The City of Findlay will not be responsible for any damage or injury to vehicles or equipment resulting in the loading or unloading of yard debris, mulch, or dirt.
(From the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation)
Drumroll please…The first scholarships of our 30th year of awarding scholarships have been awarded!
The 2025 Gregory James Shrader Memorial Scholarship recipients are Brian Guthrie, Claire Kemmere and Samuel Dolan! Congratulations!
The scholarship was established by Jeff, Elsa and Jon Shrader to honor and remember Greg and to encourage young men and women who swim for Findlay High School to pursue their educational goals.
Since 2011, the fund has awarded 33 scholarships totaling $27,250.
(From Fostoria Police Chief Gabe Wedge)
On Monday March 24th, 2025, at approximately 6:35 PM, officers responded to the 200 block of Elwood Ave in Fostoria, for a report of shots fired. Responding officers verified that over a dozen rounds had been fired in the area but found no one to be injured as a result of the shooting. Officers did however find several bullet holes in the side of a house in the area.
Through further investigation, officers were able to identify the two individuals responsible for the shootings; In custody at this time is Caiden Essex, 18 YOA, of Fostoria; on charges of Improperly Discharging a Firearm at or into Habilitation. Additional charges are pending.
Police are currently looking for the second shooter, Javier A. Hernandez, 18 YOA, of Findlay, who is believed to be on the run. Felony warrants have been issued for Mr. Hernandez’s arrest. He is considered to be armed and dangerous. If you see Mr. Hernandez or know of his location, do not approach him, please call local law enforcement.
The two individuals are believed to have been arguing over a stolen bike, which escalated to the two individuals shooting at each other.
Police Chief Gabe Wedge
Fostoria Police Department
Flag City Honor Flight’s 2025 flight schedule includes four flights; April 1, June 3, September 9, and October 14.
Flag City Honor Flight flies Veterans to Washington DC to see the memorials that stand in their honor.
“Exciting changes are coming in 2025 to enhance the Flag City Honor Flight experience. We remain deeply grateful to our community partners, volunteers, and donors who make these flights possible,” said Steve Schult, President of Flag City Honor Flight.
Allison Quinlan, Flight Director, added, “Our board works tirelessly year-round to make these flights a reality. This year, we are proud to host four flights, honoring hundreds of Veterans who will join us on this unforgettable journey.”
Priority is given to terminally ill Veterans, followed by others in the order their applications were received. Eligibility includes those who served from World War II through the Vietnam War.
The first flight of 2025 is on Tuesday, April 1st and the public is invited to a Welcome Home celebration at 7 p.m. at Grand Aire Hangar at 11777 W. Airport Service Road in Swanton.
(From Seneca County Sheriff Fred Stevens)
According to Oxford Learner’s Dictionaries, a “quarter century” refers to a period of 25 years.
Here’s a more detailed explanation:
Meaning:
The phrase “quarter century” is a noun that signifies a period of 25 years.
Usage:
You might use it to describe a period of time, such as “the past quarter century” or “over the next quarter century”.
Example:
“Sergeant Christopher J. Weimerskirch has worked at the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office over the past quarter century”.
Congrats to Sgt. Weimerskirch for this milestone anniversary! He started work for the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office on March 27th, 2000. He also retired from the Army National Guard as a Sergeant First Class in Oct. of 2012 so was doing double public service to not only our community but to our State and Nation!
He is currently a day shift Road Sergeant and has the added extra duty of maintaining our computer systems we use for Report Management, mobile computers in our cruisers, and Dispatcher aided software.
Thank you for protecting us here and abroad, Sgt. Weimerskirch!!!!
-Sheriff Stevens
The first annual Hancock County Food Truck Festival will be held on Saturday, March 29.
The event will be held in the parking lot of Gabes on Tiffin Avenue and serve as a kickoff to food truck season.
The event will run from 11 to 7.
Food trucks will be donating proceeds to the Fort Findlay FOP’s Cops and Kids program.