Authorities in Wyandot County are warning residents of a financial institution scam targeting senior citizens and other members of Premier Bank.

The Wyandot County Major Crimes Unit says scammers are contacting residents and claiming to be with Premier Bank.

The scammer will claim there is an issue with your bank account and to resolve the issue you need to withdraw a large amount of money from your bank account and give it to them.

People are reminded to be extremely cautious about any unsolicited calls or messages and to never give out personal information.

People receiving a suspicious call or message should hang up or delete the message and not engage the scammer.

Get more information on the scam from the Wyandot County Major Crimes Unit below.

(From the Hancock Historical Museum)

The Hancock Historical Museum’s popular Classic Movie Night series continues this month with the spooky-comedy favorite The Ghost and Mr. Chicken (1966), screening on Friday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m.

Starring Don Knotts and Joan Staley, this lighthearted mystery follows timid typesetter Luther Heggs as he braves a night in a haunted mansion to prove himself as a reporter. Filled with quirky charm, ghostly hijinks, and small-town suspense, this cult classic remains a beloved showcase of Knotts’ comedic genius.

This screening will be hosted by Haley Shipley, a 4th year American Cultural Studies Ph.D. student and a student supervisor at the Browne Popular Culture Library. Haley is a member of the Ray Browne Association (RBA), a student organization at Bowling Green State University dedicated to the study and appreciation of popular culture. As part of a new 2025 initiative, RBA students will provide historical background and facilitate discussion at select movie nights throughout the year.

Classic Movie Night is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and seating is limited. The film begins at 7:00 p.m. Complimentary popcorn and refreshments will be available. The screening will be held at the Hancock Historical Museum, 422 West Sandusky Street, Findlay, Ohio.

Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a classic comedy with fellow film fans in an authentic, big-screen setting. For a complete schedule of 2025 Classic Movie Night titles or more information, visit www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org or call 419-423-4433.

The rest of the 2025 Classic Movie Line Up includes:

June 20 – State Fair (G) 1945

Starring Jeanne Crain, Dana Andrews & Dick Haymes

July 18 – A Face in the Crowd (PG) 1957

Starring Andy Griffith & Patricia Neal

August 16 (Outdoor Movie) – The Goonies (PG) 1985

Starring Sean Astin, Josh Brolin & Corey Feldman

October 24 – Bride of Frankenstein (PG) 1935

Contact Phone Email Website Joy Bennett 419-423-4433 jbennett@hancockhistoricalmuseum.org Hancockhistoricalmuseum.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2025

Starring Boris Karloff 7 Elsa Lanchester

November 21 – Dark Passage (PG) 1947

Starring Humphrey Bogart & Lauren Bacall

December 19 – It’s A Wonderful Life (PG) 1946

Starring James Stewart & Donna Reed, Directed by Frank Capra

(From the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office)

Drivers — Watch for Motorcycles!

With motorcycle season in full swing, we’re reminding all drivers to stay alert and share the road. Motorcycles are smaller and can be harder to see, especially at intersections and in blind spots.

Look Twice, Save a Life:

-Always double-check before changing lanes or turning

-Give motorcycles plenty of space — they can stop faster than cars

-Don’t follow too closely

-Stay off your phone and keep distractions to a minimum

-Check mirrors and blind spots carefully

Let’s work together to keep everyone safe on the road.

One extra second could save a life.

(From the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts)

MCPA’s Boogie on the Block is back! This much-loved event, a staple in the Findlay community since the early 1990s, will take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Roman-Jebitt Festival Grounds (MCPA Parking Lot).

As Findlay’s biggest block party and the kick-off to summer, Boogie on the Block offers a perfect opportunity for friends, families, and neighbors to come together before their busy summer schedules begin.

The outdoor event will feature live music from two exciting bands: Amelia Airharts, a Toledo-area, female-led band with an explosive presence and soulful sound, and Doc Robinson, known for their “backyard BBQ breakup” music from Columbus, Ohio.

With a range of food vendors and non-alcoholic beverages sponsored by Ball Corporation, plus beer booths featuring Beerco products and craft brews from Findlay Brewing Company, partygoers are in for a night of great food, music, and fun.

Tickets for Boogie on the Block are priced at $7 for general admission and $3 for youth.

This event is proudly sponsored by Hancock Federal Credit Union.

Boogie on the Block is made possible by the incredible support of volunteers.

MCPA is actively seeking individuals to help with various tasks leading up to and during the event.

Volunteering at Boogie on the Block is a great way to get involved, support the community, and be part of this Findlay tradition.

Those interested in lending a hand can sign up on the MCPA website.

For more information about Boogie on the Block and volunteer opportunities, please visit www.mcpa.org or call the MCPA office at 419-423-2787.

The Ohio Department of Transportation is letting drivers know that State Route 568 will close on Thursday, May 15 for approximately 60 days to rehabilitate two bridges on State Route 568 on the east side of Findlay.

• Over the Blanchard River between Township Road 234 and County Road 236 
• Over the ditch between County Road 236 and County Road 237

Work will include overlaying the bridge decks, replacing the approach slabs and deck edges, and patching and sealing concrete surfaces.

Get more details on the project by clicking here.

One of the biggest military shows in the country will once again be happening in Findlay.

The Findlay Show – 38th Annual Armed Forces Day Celebration runs Thursday, May 15 through Sunday morning May 18 at the Hancock County Fairgrounds.

John Cheney II is Commander of the Findlay Military Association.

The 38th Annual Armed Forces Day Celebration will include food vendors, helicopter flight demonstrations, a military vehicle swap meet, reenactors, and much more.

Click here for the full schedule.

(From Hancock County Educational Service Center)

The Hancock County Educational Service Center, Hancock County Sheriff’s Department, and Findlay Police Department are partnering to release The Blue Envelope Program.

This program is to help facilitate communication between drivers on the Autism Spectrum and Law Enforcement and other First Responders during traffic stops and car accidents.

We are pleased to become part of the growing list of departments that are using the Blue Envelope throughout Ohio. 

Positive Impact Drivers will use the envelope to hold the vehicle papers asked for during a traffic stop.

An emergency contact card is included, in case the driver becomes anxious or overwhelmed and is unable to communicate effectively.

The envelope is printed with tips for the Law Enforcement Officer as well as the driver to facilitate communication and help to prevent misunderstandings that could occur due to unique characteristics that are sometimes present in Autism Spectrum Disorder. 

Blue Envelopes will be available for drivers who have an Autism diagnosis by contacting Angie Toland at tolanda@hancockesc.org, 419-422-2575, ext. 212 or by contacting the Hancock Sheriff’s Department or the Findlay Police Department.

(From the Fort Findlay FOP Lodge 20)

Thank You for Honoring the Fallen

Today, we gathered as a community to remember the brave men who gave their lives in service to Hancock County. From Policeman William Holly in 1898 to Officer Dominic Francis in 2022, each story is a solemn reminder of the price of duty — and the strength of those who wear the badge.

At the Fort Findlay FOP Lodge #20 Foundation, our mission is to support the serving by honoring the fallen. Your presence, your prayers, and your continued support help us live that mission every day.

To every officer still standing watch — we see you, we thank you, and we stand with you.

They are not forgotten. And neither are you.

(From the Wood County Sheriff’s Office)

On May 12, 2025, at 22:11 PM, The Wood County Sheriff’s Office investigated a two-vehicle crash which resulted in one fatality. The crash occurred at the intersection of S Dixie Highway and Defiance Pike.

The crash involved a Ford F350 and a Lincoln Town Car.

The investigation showed that the Ford was southbound on S Dixie Highway. The Lincoln was westbound on Defiance Pike. The Lincoln entered the intersection after failing to stop and/or failing to yield and was struck on the passenger side by the Ford.

The operator of the Lincoln was pronounced deceased at the scene. A passenger in the Ford F350 was taken to Wood County Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The operator of the Lincoln was identified as 42-year-old Dane Knapp Sr. out of Auburn, Indiana. The operator of the Ford was 48-year-old James Wilhelm out of North Baltimore, Ohio. A passenger in the Ford, Lyndsi Wilhelm was transported to Wood County Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Assisting on scene were Mid-County 120 EMS, Weston EMS, and Cental Joint Fire.

The incident is still under investigation.

(From the Ohio Department of Transportation)

State Route 15 railroad repair in Putnam County.

State Route 15 between Road E-16 and State Route 613 at the unincorporated community of Kieferville will close on Wednesday, May 14, for approximately one day for railroad crossing repair.

TRAFFIC IMPACTS

Detours: SR 613 to SR 634, back to SR 15