Findlay Publishing Company President and Chief Executive Officer Dave Glass is retiring after a lengthy and rewarding career.

Glass began his career with the Company in 1981 as Program Director of WHMQ (now WKXA).

He was named Director of Corporate Broadcast Communications in 1990 and assumed the role of President/CEO in 2023.

After 44 years with Findlay Publishing Company, Dave’s last day will be Friday.

Dave will continue to contribute to the Company as a member of the Board of Directors.

Dave was on with WFIN’s Chris Oaks to reflect on his time at Findlay Publishing Company and Mayor Muryn stopped by with a proclamation declaring ‘Dave Glass Day’ in Findlay.

“Dave has been a steadfast champion for the greater Findlay and Hancock County communities for more than four decades, not only through his professional achievements but through his deep and abiding commitment to public service,” the proclamation read in part.

Additionally, Jim Rosenhaus had a congratulatory message for Dave during a recent Guardians game.

Dave’s retirement has brought about some leadership transitions within the company, and you can read more about that by clicking here.

(From the University of Findlay)

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will host a hands-on summer STEAM Camp with a theme of “Behind the Byte” from June 9 to 13.

The camp, which runs in conjunction with the Imagination Station of Toledo, encourages students ages 8 to 14 to dive into computers.

“Students will take a computer apart to learn the inner workings, discover block coding, and explore how one ‘bug’ can mess everything up,” explained Amanda Davidson-Johnston, education manager at the Mazza Museum. “Students are more connected to technology than ever before, so it’s important that they understand how their devices work and how to recognize signs of hacking or computer viruses.”

The camp will take place on the University’s campus from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 9 to 13. Cost of registration is $200 per child and includes instruction, all required materials, and a STEAM Camp T-shirt.

To register, visit the Mazza Museum’s Events page online at www.mazzamuseum.org/events/. For questions regarding the camp, including scholarships to help with the cost, contact Amanda Davidson-Johnston at 419-434-4777 or send an email to amanda.davidsonjohnston@findlay.edu.

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation’s June Fun for All schedule has plenty of events for people to enjoy. 

The events are listed below and you can also see the full list and get more details by clicking here. 

• 5 – Teen Fun Event
  3:30 – 5 p.m.
  Location: Bernard Park
  Organization: The Community Partnership (multiple youth groups)
• 9 – Symphony Storytime
  10:30 a.m.
  Location: Findlay-Hancock County Public Library
  Organization: Lima Symphony Orchestra
• 14 – Free Pool Day
  12-9 p.m.
  Location: Arlington Pool Facebook Page
  Organization: Village of Arlington
• 14 – Hand-painted Clay Tile
  1-4 p.m.
  Location & Organization: Findlay Art League
  Registration is required: 419-422-7847
• 15 – Free Pool Day
  12-6 p.m.
  Location: McComb Pool Facebook Page
  Organization: Village of McComb
• 21 – Game-A-Pa-Looza
  12 – 4 p.m.
  Location & Organization: 50 North
  Registration is required: 50 North
• 21 – Free Pool Day
  12 – 6 p.m.
  Location & Organization: YMCA Riverside
  Riverside Pool Facebook Page
• 28 – Bear Party Clay Ornament
  1-4 p.m.
  Location & Organization: Findlay Art League
  Registration is required: 419-422-7847

“We’ve heard time and time again that finding affordable, family-friendly activities is a challenge in Hancock County. The Community Foundation is proud to provide Fun for All to help bridge the gap,” said Community Foundation President and CEO Brian Treece.

Brian says the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation is thankful to its community partners for making the events possible.

The Fun for All series started in January 2023. 

(From the Kiwanis Club of Findlay)

The Findlay Kiwanis Scholarship Program was established in 1974 to honor Fred Brucklacher, a long-time secretary and treasurer of the Club. The scholarship is funded by the Findlay Kiwanis Club through projects such as the annual Kiwanis Pancake Day, Purse Bingo and through donations from members. Since its inception, more than $200,000 in scholarships have been awarded to students in Hancock County.

Receiving $2,500 scholarships for full-time students pursuing bachelor’s degrees are Kate Simmons (Findlay), Daniel Jung (Findlay), Lillian Grady (Van Buren), Brenna Frankart (Liberty Benton) and Catalina Jimenez (McComb). Brandon Zuercher (Ohio State University/Cory Rawson High School Class of ’20) will also receive $2,500 toward the completion of his degree.

Scholarships are awarded based upon a combination of financial need, academic success and rigor, extracurricular activities and community involvement.

Current high school juniors and enrolled college students are encouraged to apply for the 2026 Kiwanis Scholarships. Applications open in January and can be found online at FindlayKiwanis.org/scholarships.

(From the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library)

The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library is thrilled to announce your 2025 SummerREAD Program theme: Color Our World! For 2025, we invite you to embark on a journey of art and creativity, celebrating the myriad ways in which art enriches our lives. Our program is designed to inspire and engage readers of all ages through an array of artistic expressions.

An amazing kick off party is planned for June 2 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., with face painters here from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. The evening party is scheduled from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Special guests will be here to help us celebrate and include The City of Findlay Parks & Recreation Department, Awakening Minds Art, and the Hancock County Farmers’ Market. The kick off party at the Arlington Branch is scheduled for Saturday, June 7 from 11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. There will be crafters, snacks and plenty of games to play. Face painters will be there from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

SummerREAD registration is open to all ages, infant through adult. The library is providing a free gift book to all early literacy, children’s and teen registrants. This summer, the library is again using an online

platform, READsquared, for participants to keep track of their reading progress. Beginning June 2, patrons can register for SummerREAD at findlaylibrary.readsquared.com, and all programs are free of charge.

Participants can earn great prizes by logging reading, writing a review, or completing fun activities. Children and teens can earn completion prizes for each level completed, and all readers earn raffle tickets at each level for a prize drawing at the end of the program. The more you read, the more tickets you get to be entered into a grand prize drawing. If you prefer not to track your reading online, there will be paper forms available at the library to log reading progress.

Families are invited to join in reading together, and to attend programs such as Storytime in the Park, Makerspace, Symphony Storytime, and Family Night: Treasure Hunt at the Oakwoods Nature Preserve. Teen activities include Yarn Art, Mixed Media Mayhem, Tech Rest, and Pop-In Mini Glow Golf & Games. Adults can enjoy book discussions, The Musical Sounds of History, crafts, cooking, and many informative presentations. Please check the library’s website at findlaylibrary.org/events for more information on programming.

Be sure to stay updated on the library’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/fhcpl to receive updates, see surprises, and take part in entertaining contests all summer.

SummerREAD is generously sponsored by The Friends of the Library.

For more information, call the library at 419-422-1712 or check our website at findlaylibrary.org.

(From the Ohio Department of Transportation)

We are happy to announce the winners of its annual Paint-the-Plow program!

People’s Choice Award:

1st – Carey High School (Wyandot County) – “Paws and Follow the Laws” featuring K9 Nigel

2nd – Fort Jennings High School (Putnam County) – Patriotic eagle design

3rd – Mohawk Preschool – Adorable handprints and drawings

ODOT’s Choice Award:

1st – Fort Jennings High School (Putnam County) – Patriotic eagle design

2nd – (Tie) Ada High School (Hardin County) and Fairview High School (Defiance County)

A huge thank you to all 23 schools from eight counties in northwest Ohio who participated in this year’s program! Your creativity and talent shine bright!

Read the full news release here:

https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/…/wyandot-and…

(From the Ohio State Highway Patrol)

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reporting 11 fatal crashes resulting in 12 deaths on Ohio’s roadways during the 2025 Memorial Day weekend, according to provisional statistics.

This is a decrease from last year, when 26 individuals were killed. The four-day reporting period began Friday, May 23 and ran through Monday, May 26.

During the reporting period, state troopers made 17,034 traffic enforcement contacts, including 410 impaired driving arrests, 70 drug arrests and 2,090 safety belt citations. In addition, the Patrol made 9,515 non-enforcement contacts including 1,746 motorist assists.

Motorists are reminded that roadway safety is a shared responsibility and are encouraged to call #677 to report drug activity and dangerous or impaired driving.

For a statewide breakdown of enforcement and crashes during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, see below:

(From the Findlay Police Department)

Chief James Mathias proudly presented Officer Nicholas Price with the Life Saving Award in recognition of his actions during a recent medical emergency.

Earlier this month, Officer Price responded to a call involving a person in cardiac arrest.

Alongside fellow first responders, he provided critical CPR that directly contributed to saving the individual’s life.

Thanks to the swift and coordinated efforts of everyone on the scene, a life was saved that day.

Congratulations, Officer Price!

(From the City of Findlay)

On May 17, 2025, at Armed Forces Day celebration held at the Hancock County Fairgrounds, Mayor Christina Muryn and Hancock County Commissioners William L. Bateson, Timothy K. Bechtol, and Jeffrey L. Hunker issued proclamations honoring two Veterans of the Year Carol Heileman and Matthew Risser and Military Person of the Year SPC Hunter Melton.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice for our great country.

Pictured Left to Right: Major General John C. Harris, Jr. (Adjutant General, Ohio National Guard, Joint Force Headquarters, Columbus, OH), SPC Hunter Melon, Matthew Risser, Carol Heileman, Mayor Christina Muryn.

Photo Credit: Tom Adams

(From Findlay City Schools)

Become a host family!

We are looking for a family interested in hosting an exchange student from Kawaguchi, Findlay’s sister city in Japan, for the 2025-2026 school year.

Learn more and apply here:

https://docs.google.com/…/1MqzPu45fxYiM8Wsgyqr…/edit