(From Findlay High School)

FHS is proud to announce another year of Turkeys for Trojans, a collaborative community effort that provides a warm Thanksgiving meal for families of FHS and FCS students!

With the generous help of Great Scot Community Markets, Taylor Automotive Family of Findlay, staff and community members, we’ve been able to provide over 1,000 meals for families since 2018.

It’s easy to help! You can turn in cash or a check to Mrs. Franks in the FHS Main Office, payable to Findlay City Schools, donate online at fcs.org, or text TURKEYS4TROJANS to 41444.

Donations are accepted from now until November 21st.

***As an added bonus this year….One staff member will earn the right to wear the infamous turkey costume at school ALL day on November 25th. There will be jars in the main office, the staff member with the most money in their jar will be the lucky turkey!

Thank you for helping us brighten the Thanksgiving holiday in Trojan Country again this year!

(From the Findlay Police Department)

This Saturday (10/25/2025) is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. We’ll be hosting a medication collection drive in the South parking lot at the City of Findlay Municipal building from 8:00 AM to Noon. Just drive in, drop off your medications and go. It’s that easy.

Not only will you be cleaning out those cluttered cabinets, but you’ll be doing so in a way that is safe for the environment and good for the community.

Many people flush their medications, leading to environmental concerns. Others dispose of medications in the trash or leave them in their house, which might find their way to others who abuse them. Do your part your expired/unused medications and “Take it to the box”.

If you can’t make it this Saturday, both the Findlay Police Department and Hancock County Sheriff’s Office have medication collection boxes to dispose of your medications at any time.

(From Findlay City Schools)

At tonight’s Board of Education meeting, we celebrated the achievements of our 6-12th graders who earned a perfect score on the 2025 Ohio State Test!

What an honor to recognize the academic excellence of these students.

We’re so proud to have you in Trojan Country.

Congratulations! 

The Hancock County Veterans Service Office has announced that Nicole Jenkins has been named Interim Director.

Former Executive Director Nichole Coleman’s last day in the office was September 30.

Coleman accepted a position as Chief Culture Officer for TurboVets, and began working for the company on October 1.

TurboVets is a company dedicated to improving access and services for Veterans nationwide.

Coleman emphasized that her new role will not take her away from her commitment to Findlay and Hancock County.

She will begin serving as the elected representative for Findlay City Council, Ward One, in January 2026, and looks forward to continuing to represent the needs of local residents.

“I am excited about continuing to serve our community in a different way,” said Coleman. “The Veterans Service Office is in excellent hands. I am leaving the office in the care of a very dedicated and capable team who are committed to serving our veterans with excellence and passion.”

(From the Hancock Historical Museum)

The Hancock Historical Museum invites the public to join them for the next installment of its 2025 Classic Movie Night series on Friday, October 24, with a screening of the legendary Universal horror film The Bride of Frankenstein (1935), directed by James Whale and starring Boris Karloff and Elsa Lanchester.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the film will begin at 7:00 p.m. Admission is free, and popcorn and other refreshments will be available.

A masterpiece of early cinema, The Bride of Frankenstein is widely regarded as one of the greatest horror films ever made. Both haunting and darkly humorous, the film continues the story of Dr. Frankenstein’s monstrous creation as he demands a mate, leading to the birth of one of the most iconic figures in film history.

The evening will feature a special introduction by John King, President of the Ray Browne Pop Culture Association at Bowling Green State University, who will provide insight into the film’s historical and cultural significance, as well as its enduring impact on the horror genre.

The museum’s Classic Movie Night series offers audiences the chance to experience timeless films in a historic setting, enhanced by expert commentary that brings added depth and appreciation to each screening.

The remaining 2025 Classic Movie Night lineup includes: • November 21 – Dark Passage (PG, 1947) • December 19 – It’s A Wonderful Life (PG, 1946)

All films will be shown at the Hancock Historical Museum, located at 422 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, Ohio.

Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of cinema’s most iconic monsters come to life on the big screen, just in time for Halloween! Whether you’re a classic horror fan or a newcomer to the genre, The Bride of Frankenstein promises an unforgettable evening of gothic atmosphere and cinematic artistry. For more information, please visit www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org or call 419-423-4433.

The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office says Sheriff Michael Cortez is excited to improve community engagement with the release of the new Hancock County Sheriff’s Office smartphone app.

The app is now available in both the Apple Store and Google Play.

The sheriff’s office says the free app is designed to keep residents and families safe by providing the latest updates and information from the sheriff’s office, including updates on alerts and emergencies.   

The app includes features like ‘submit a tip’, ‘records and reports’, and ‘corrections’.

 Get more details on the app below.

(From the Ohio State Highway Patrol)

The Celebration of Life for Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton, who died in the line of duty on October 16, 2025, will be held at the Beeghly Center on Youngstown State University’s campus Wednesday afternoon.

The Celebration of Life will begin at 1 p.m., with doors opening at noon. 

Trooper Nicholas P. Cayton, 40, passed away on October 16, 2025, after his marked Patrol cruiser was struck by a commercial vehicle on state Route 11 in Mahoning County.

Trooper Cayton graduated from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy in 2012 as a member of the 152^nd Class. Throughout his career, he served at the Canfield and Lisbon posts, as well as in the Ohio Army National Guard.

Trooper Cayton is survived by his wife, Lynsey, and their two children.

(From the Bluffton Ohio Historical Society)

The Bluffton Ohio Historical Society received the pieces from the John Dillinger jail cell in the old Allen County Jail in Lima.

Dillinger spent four days here in 1933.

We received the bars/door, sink, toilet, wall-mounted desk, chairs, coat hanger/shelf, and a nice old chair from the jail complex – all on permanent loan.

Now to work out funding to display all of this.

Special thanks to Allen County for making this happen.

Dillinger and his gang robbed Citizens National Bank of Bluffton of $2,100 on August 14th, 1933.

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is reminding drivers to watch out for children during upcoming Trick-or-Treat events in communities in the county.

The sheriff’s office released a list of Putnam County community Trick-or-Treat dates and times.

Ottawa’s Trick-or-Treat will be on October 23^rd from 6 to 7, and in downtown Ottawa from 7 to 8.

Leipsic’s will be on October 30 from 6 to 7.

Pandora’s will be on October 30 from 6 to 7.

See the full list below provided by the sheriff’s office.

(From the Ohio State Highway Patrol)

The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is reminding parents and guardians to have life-saving conversations with their teens about safe driving during National Teen Driver Safety Week, which runs from October 19-25.

Families play a critical role in reinforcing safe driving at home by setting the example, following the rules of the road and spending time driving with their teens. Through this, they can strengthen the lessons taught by troopers and give young drivers the confidence to build lasting safe habits.

“Just like mastering a sport or a musical instrument, safe driving takes practice,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “I encourage parents and guardians to actively coach their teens on safe driving skills and have open and consistent conversations with their kids about the importance of being a responsible driver.”

Like learning any skill, driving takes practice, and according to the Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO), teens are safer drivers when their parents spend more time practicing with them, provide constructive feedback and expose them to varied driving environments.

In Ohio last year, over 37,000 teen drivers were involved in crashes. A teen driver was at-fault in 64 fatal crashes and over 6,700 injury crashes. Many of these incidents were connected to behaviors that can be prevented including speeding, distracted driving, lack of safety belt use and alcohol and drug impaired driving. Of the 44 teen drivers killed in traffic crashes last year, 81% were not wearing an available safety belt.

To help reinforce safe driving habits, the Patrol is encouraging teens to always wear a safety belt, stay focused on the roadway, obey posted speed limits and never drive impaired. Because passengers are a common source of distraction, Ohio law restricts drivers under the age of 18 from having more than one non-family passenger during the first year of a probationary license unless a parent or guardian is present.

“The Patrol is committed to giving young drivers the tools they need to make safe choices,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “Through education, we are working to build a strong foundation of safety that will benefit Ohio’s newest drivers for years to come.”

The OSHP is also committed to teen driver safety through our Drive to Live program, which brings troopers into schools to share real-world experiences and education with young drivers. Schools interested in hosting a presentation are encouraged to contact their local Patrol post.

Earlier this year, OTSO introduced new resources on TeachYourTeentoDrive.ohio.gov which are designed to support parents as they coach their teen through the three phases of licensure under Ohio’s Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) law.

A new, free, state-supported mobile app called RoadReady Ohio helps parents log the required 50 hours of driving and make the most of this practice time before teens can obtain their license.