(From The Ohio State Highway Patrol)

Do you have a new year’s resolution to volunteer more and give back to your community? Here’s your chance to make an impact in 2026.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol Auxiliary, an all-volunteer force that supports troopers in their daily duties, is looking for dedicated volunteers who want to help create a safer Ohio.

Auxiliary officers assist with crash scenes, traffic stops, traffic control, disaster relief and special details across the state. If you’re ready to give back, learn new skills and serve your community, now is your chance.

Start the year with purpose. Start it with us. https://www.oshpauxiliary.org/join

The City of Findlay says the Green Waste Site will be open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. until Friday, January 16, for Christmas Tree disposal.

The Green Waste Site is located at 330 North Cory Street, behind the public works department.

The entrance is near the railroad tracks.

(From Findlay Firefighters Local 381)

As 2025 has come to an end, Findlay Firefighters officially completed our busiest year on record at 2,977 calls for service.

This is an increase from 2,352 in 2020 (20.9% increase) and 2,178 calls in 2015 (26.8% increase).

Our call volume may continue to increase, but our commitment remains constant.

Local 381 would like to thank our community for their support.

We are extremely blessed to work for such an incredible city and look forward to continuing to work with the newly sworn in city council members.

Here’s to a great 2026!

(From Blanchard Valley Health System)

What a sweet way to celebrate the new year!

Nevaeh Olyvia Robinson welcomed her New Year’s baby boy, Ny’Meir Keyari Jones, at 5:29 a.m. on January 1, 2026. Weighing in at 5lbs. 10 oz, Ny’Meir is the perfect way to start 2026.

Join us in congratulating the happy family! Thank you for entrusting Blanchard Valley Health System with your care on this special day.

To learn more about our comprehensive women’s care services, visit bvhealthsystem.org/women.

The Ohio Department of Transportation is letting drivers know of a ramp closure on Interstate 75.

ODOT says the Interstate 75 northbound entrance ramp from State Route 103 in Bluffton will close on Monday, January 5, for approximately one day for bridge repairs.

The suggested detour from ODOT: SR 103 to SR 235, back to I-75.

The Children’s Museum of Findlay is working on getting its new location ready to go after having to leave the now-demolished Findlay Mall.

The new location for the Children’s Museum of Findlay is 11600 County Road 99, a little east of the RaceTrac gas station.

“We can’t wait to bring PLAY back to life for our community,” the museum said while announcing its new location.

A special thank-you to our Board Members, donors, and community champions who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this happen.

Executive Director Allison Behm-Kemmere was on with WFIN’s Chris Oaks in November to discuss all that goes into getting their new facility ready for the kids.

The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office has released its monthly totals for December.

Calls for Service: 878

Traffic Stops: 339

Paper Service: 93

Motor Vehicle Accidents: 72

Domestic Violence/ Disputes: 7

OVI’s: 1

Warrants Served: 4

Vehicle Unlocks: 12

Golf Cart Inspections: 3

Corrections Division:

Total Book-Ins: 23

Jail Transports: 31

Average Daily Inmate Population: 25

(From Hancock Park District)

Here are our 2025 Photography Contest entries!

Please cast your vote by liking your favorite photograph(s) on this original post no later than 11:59pm on January 16.

The photograph with the most likes will be named our “People’s Choice” winner and receive $200 along with a plaque.

Thank you to everyone who submitted photographs this year!

(From the Arlington Volunteer Fire Department)

We want to wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year!

As we look back at 2025, we responded to a total of 86 calls!

Members of the department attended monthly business meetings, equipment checks, trainings, special details, and so much more!

We can’t thank them enough for all the time and effort that they give, sometimes on a very short notice.

There were many accomplishments and highlights from the previous year we would like to note!

-Delivery of new 2025 Sutphen engine

-Addition of two probationary firefighters, Martin Jones and Jake Simmons

-Upgraded portable lighting and power tools for engine 1114 and rescue 1161

-Grand marshal for the 2025 homecoming festival parade

-2025 summer BBQ and fireworks show

-Participated in fire prevention week

-Two members obtained their firefighter level 240 cards

As always, we enjoy interacting with the community and participating in various events.

Big THANK YOU to the Arlington community and the surrounding townships for their continued support.

We’re excited to see what the future has in store for us this upcoming year!

(From 50 North)

You may have noticed the construction vehicles at 50 North.

We’re excited to share the plans for our upcoming Green Space Project!

We invite you to attend one of 2 informational sessions regarding the Green Space, the new Chore Services Building, the new Walking Track, and so much more.

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟓

𝐚𝐭 𝟗:𝟎𝟎 𝐚𝐦 𝐨𝐫 𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐩𝐦

𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬!

You can register at Member Services or by calling 419-423-8496