(From Cory-Rawson Local Schools)

At their meeting this evening, our Board of Education recognized Green & Gold Apple winners.

Congratulations to these Hornets for their achievements over the 2023-2024 school year:

Emma Garver – Educators Rising, placed in top 10 for humanities lesson planning and delivery at state

Trevor Hibbard – Educators Rising, placed in top 10 for impromptu speaking at state

Hannah Fornof – HOSA – Future Health Professional, placed 2nd in medical reading at state

Lane Banner – FFA State Degree

Becca Ludwig – FFA State Degree, FFA 2nd Place State Agricultural Processing Proficiency

Hunter Niese – FFA State Degree

Adam Warren – FFA State Degree

CRHS Concert Band – Superior rating at state OMEA adjudicated event

Mackenzie Wellington – OMEA All-State Concert Band

Chris Leuthold – OHSVCA Lifetime Achievement Award

Keegan Puthoff – OHSAA State Track Qualifier (300m hurdles)

#HornetStrong

The Findlay Police Department says a motorcyclist was injured in a crash that was caused when an SUV turned in front of the motorcycle.

Police say Andrew Slough, 27, of Findlay, was driving westbound in the 800 block of West Trenton Avenue Thursday night on his motorcycle when an eastbound SUV being driven by Daniel Dulle, 53, of Findlay, failed to yield to the motorcycle while turning left to enter the Stop & Go gas station.

Slough’s motorcycle struck the SUV and he suffered lower body injuries and was taken to the hospital, according to police.

His motorcycle sustained disabling damage and the SUV minor damage.

Police say the driver of the SUV was issued a citation for failure to yield when making a turn.

(From The Family Resource Center)

Family Resource Center is excited to announce a comprehensive training session on the Youth Thrive framework to be held on July 12, 2024 from 9am-4pm. The training will be offered in room 117 at The Family Center, 1800 North Blanchard Street, Findlay. Lunch will be provided for participants, and registration information is available at frcohio.org.

Created by The Center for the Study of Social Policy, Youth Thrive is a research-informed framework that supports the healthy development of youth ages 9–26 by providing insights into brain and youth development based on the latest research in neuroscience, positive youth development, resilience, stress, and the impact of trauma on brain development.

Ashley Cheney, Youth Engagement Lead, says Youth Thrive identifies five key factors that increase the likelihood of adolescents developing into healthy adults.

These factors include:

• • Youth resilience • Social connections • Knowledge of adolescent development • Concrete support in times of need • Cognitive and social-emotional competence

Participants will delve into these factors, exploring the relationship between brain development, social and emotional growth, and how to leverage the critical learning period of adolescence.

This training is ideal for educators, social workers, policymakers, law enforcement personnel, and other direct-service workers. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge needed to understand young people better and promote their long-term well-being.

The Center to Advance Manufacturing hosted a legislative and manufacturer roundtable in Findlay with members from the Ohio House and Senate, industry leaders in northwest Ohio, and leadership from Owens Community College, University of Findlay, and Bowling Green State University. 

Tim Mayle, Executive Director of the Center to Advance Manufacturing, on the purpose of getting all these people in the same room.

“To listen to the industry leaders, higher education leaders, economic development leaders about what is affecting their decisions every day on policy, on investment, workforce, energy.”

Mayle said regional manufacturers, higher education, and economic development leaders discussed energy, infrastructure, workforce, artificial intelligence, and supply chain and logistics.

As Mayle said in the audio above, northwest Ohio is statistically as strong as ever when it comes to manufacturing.

The roundtable was held at the University of Findlay Alumni Memorial Union.

You can find additional information about the Center to Advance Manufacturing at by clicking here.

(From the Hancock County Solid Waste Management District)

The Hancock County Solid Waste Management District will begin hosting the Household Hazardous Waste & Paint collection events for the 2024 season.

The collection events will be held monthly during the summer at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay.

This collection is scheduled for TUESDAY June 25, 2024 – 1 pm to 6 pm

This HHW event is free for Hancock County Residents (proof of residency required). Household Hazardous Waste & Paint materials will not be accepted from businesses, companies or contractors.

Accepted items include Paints, Stains, Thinners, Aerosols, Mercury, Propane Cylinders, Cleaners, Fertilizers, Pesticides, Acids, Oxidizers, Lead-Acid Batteries, Antifreeze, Motor Oil, and Fuels. For a complete list of scheduled community event guidelines, specifics and other recycling information follow Events on the Hancock County Solid Waste Management District on Facebook or visit the website at www.HancockEnvironment.com .

The free HHW/Paint Collection event is sponsored by the Hancock County Solid Waste Management District in cooperation with ERG Environmental and the Hancock County Fairgrounds. #RememberRecycleRight

(From Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County)

Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County cut the ribbon on its 59th home during a Home Dedication ceremony on Tuesday.

The home, located at 201 Durrell Street in Findlay is for the Daughenbaugh-Gossman family.

The program for the dedication included a blessing, words from the new homeowners Troy and Morgan as well as comments from Wendy McCormick, Executive Director, Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County and Kelly Croy, Habitat’s Board President.

Troy, Morgan and their two daughters will reside in Home #59 on Durrell Street. Troy currently works at ValFilm and Morgan became a substitute teacher once both of their daughters were old enough to attend school. Although they both hold steady jobs, and work together to support their family, they were still unable to afford a home on their own.

They began their journey with Habitat in 2021, admitting financial stability has always been a challenge. Their decision to partner with Habitat, and the Financial Opportunity Center, has led them to a brighter future where they have paid off extensive credit card debt, and were selected as a partner family.

Earlier in June, Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County held a home dedication ceremony for its 58th home.

Talisha Balicki and her two daughters will reside in Home #58 on Logan Avenue in Findlay.

Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications from families now for new homes. To apply for a home or a home repair, visit habitatfindlay.org or call 419-429-1400.

(ONN) – Ohio is known for its lakes and rivers and one state agency reminds us how to use them safely this summer.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is urging Ohioans and visitors to the Buckeye State to be safe when boating this season.

They urge the use of life jackets.

But this year is different. With recreational marijuana now being legal in Ohio, the department reminds people that it is still illegal to operate a boat under the influence.

This includes both alcohol and marijuana.

It is also illegal for passengers to smoke or vape marijuana while on board.

Open container laws apply as well.

A designated boat driver is suggested to ensure safety.

The popular community event Flag City Night Out is coming up later in the summer.

Flag City Night Out will be held on Tuesday, August 6 at Riverside Park and will begin at 6 p.m.

The free, family-friendly community event is designed to bring community members and public safety professionals together in the same place.

Findlay Police Officer Brian White says the interactions they have with kids at events like Night Out are very important.

At Night Out, There will be free food and refreshments, live demonstrations, entertainment and other fun activities.

Also, the youngsters will enjoy the large assortment of emergency vehicles like fire trucks, ambulances and police cruisers.

Flag City Night Out will be held at Findlay’s Riverside Park on the west side of McManness Avenue on Tuesday, August 6 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The rain date will be the following Tuesday.

See video from last year’s Flag City Night Out below.

People are being reminded to watch out for their pets during this heatwave.

Natalie Reffit, with the Humane Society and SPCA of Hancock County, says the biggest thing to remember is to never take your pet in a hot car with you.

“Just please leave them at home during the heat. They will be much safer at home, a car can heat up very, very fast.”

Natalie says if your dog is going to be alone at any time in your vehicle just leave them at home in the air conditioning.

She says if you do take your dog for a walk make sure to do so early in the day or late in the day when the heat isn’t as bad.

If your dog is outside for any amount of time she says to make sure they have plenty of shade and fresh water.

Signs of heat distress in a dog include excessive panting, vomiting and diarrhea.

She says older dogs and short-nosed dogs like pugs and bulldogs are less tolerant of the heat.

When it comes to cats, she says beware of opening your house windows too wide because a cat could push the screen out and fall out and get lost.

(From Findlay Firefighters Local 381)

We have admittedly not spoken on this topic nearly enough, but we feel today is a great day to talk about a special person on our Department.

Assistant Chief Brian Sanders was diagnosed with cancer some time ago and, in typical Chief Sanders way thinking only of others, asked us to think of him but not worry because “if there was someone set up perfectly to battle this disease” it was him.

During his treatment, Chief Sanders has been instrumental in our training program, ensuring our compliance with training requirements for both fire and EMS as well as his other duties. He has worked tirelessly on the finishing touches on our new STRICT Center, spending many long days completing construction projects to ensure our training center will be truly world class, often by himself. And has done all of this without so much as a peep of a complaint about his situation.

Local 381 would like to congratulate Chief Sanders on his triumphant return from Ohio State for his final surgery which has rendered him “Cancer FREE”! While there is a relatively long road to recovery from this surgery, we are thrilled to welcome Chief back home to recover in the comfort of his home and family.

All the love, from your Brothers and Sister of Local 381. Congratulations Chief!!