A special congratulations goes out to Fostoria Police Officer/ National Guard Member Brayden Moon, who over the weekend competed in the Adjuant General’s Match (National Guard Shooting Competition) at Camp Perry.
Officer Moon placed 1st in pistol novice class and 2nd overall in competition out of 153 participants.
Officer Moon also received the Governors Twenty Tab which represents the top 10 pistol and rifle shooters in the State of Ohio.
Officer Moon placed 1st out of those top 10, again from a field of 153 competitors!
Again, congratulations Officer Moon, we are super proud of you!
Thank you for your service to our Country and our Community!
On Saturday, September 21, the Wings & Wheels Car Show and 5K will be held at the Findlay Airport.
“Get ready for a day filled with excitement, featuring rides on the iconic Ford Tri-Motor, a craft fair, food trucks, a kids’ zone, and of course, the main attraction, the car show!”
“This is a family-friendly event with something for everyone to enjoy.”
“Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to witness the beauty of classic cars and airplanes, enjoy delicious food, and participate in fun activities!”
The conclusion of the 2024 Hazardous Waste & Paint collection events is approaching. The Hancock County Solid Waste Management District, will be hosting the FINAL free collection for Hancock County Residents of household hazardous waste, paint, and solvent collection.
The last opportunity for the event for this calendar year…
Date: September 24, 2024
Time: 1 pm – 6 pm
Location: Hancock County Fairgrounds 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay OH 45840 (follow signage – use “exit” as Entrance)
Accepted Items include Paints, Stains, Thinners, Aerosols, Mercury, Propane Cylinders, Cleaners, Fertilizers, Pesticides, Acids, Oxidizers, Lead-Acid Batteries, Antifreeze, Motor Oil, and Fuels. Reminder: this is a residential program – no business will be accepted Litter Landing Recycling Facility is located at 1720 E. Sandusky St., Findlay
Residents unable to participate in the free collection event will need to store their materials or find alternate disposal methods until another community event is scheduled, potentially in 2025. Community event guidelines, specifics and other recycling information can be found online at www.HancockEnvironment.com
The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office says a woman was killed when her car was hit by a train in the southern part of the county.
It happened on Township Road 150 near US 68, in Madison Township at around 7:15 Monday night.
The sheriff’s office reports that Eden Lasley, 23, of Findlay, was driving west on Township Road 150 and failed to stop at the stop sign at the railroad crossing on Township Road 150 and was struck by a CSX train.
Her car overturned and came to rest in a field.
She was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Assisting on scene were the Arlington Volunteer Fire Department, Appleseed EMS, Hanco EMS, Hancock County EMA, CSX, and R&A Towing.
(ONN) – The Ohio Supreme Court has issued a ruling on language that would affect Issue 1 in the November election.
Issue 1 seeks to remove politicians from the redistricting process and create an independent commission in an effort to eliminate gerrymandering and draw fairer districts.
The group ‘Citizens, Not Politicians’ says the language inserted into the redistricting amendment by Secretary of State Frank LaRose is misleading and includes biased language that deliberately encourages voters to reject the amendment.
The Ohio Supreme Court has ruled that two provisions must be revised in the ballot language for a proposed constitutional amendment on redistricting.
The group ‘Citizens, Not Politicians’ requested all 8 provisions to be changed, but the supreme court ruled only two must be changed.
Those include section 5, which deals with proportionality, and section 8, which deals with public participation.
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, from 7am-4pm, the southbound lane of McManness Avenue will be closed from Cherry Street to Center Street for concrete work on a catch basin repair.
Raise the Bar Hancock County® announces the release of a new video series spotlighting in-demand education and human service careers in Hancock County. This initiative continues Raise the Bar’s effort to enhance workforce development and support local talent in pursuing rewarding careers.
The video series provides a close-up look at the opportunities available within several people-oriented sectors.
Each video aims to inspire and inform students, job seekers, and community members about the careers that are essential to the county’s growth and prosperity.
Area Employers and Professions Spotlighted: 1. Findlay Family YMCA Early Learning Professionals 2. Findlay City Schools K-12 Paraprofessionals 3. Millstream Career Center Instructors 4. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library Youth and Adult Learning Staff 5. Family Resource Center and Hancock County Job and Family Services Case Managers
“Our community’s best asset is our people,” says Tricia Valasek, Raise the Bar’s executive director. “Taking the time to develop people from infancy through adulthood is one of the best investments we can make. It’s imperative that we continue to create awareness and fill a pipeline of individuals who can take on this rewarding task. It is because of this demand that we focused our initial these five targeted careers.”
Each video in the series features local professionals in the field, offering viewers a glimpse into the daily responsibilities, challenges, and rewards of these careers. The videos also provide information on the education and skills required, potential career growth, and the impact these roles have on the community.
“Supporting our children is vital for the growth and prosperity of our community. Childcare workers are truly the workforce behind the workforce,” shares Kari Redman, the Findlay Family YMCA Childcare Development Center Director.
Raise the Bar highlighted the YMCA’s childcare team in one of their videos because of the growing demand for early learning/childcare options in the community. Valasek points out that the YMCA, like other licensed facilities in Ohio, requires specific staff-to-child ratios depending on age.
“Adding spots for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children requires our childcare facilities to hire more trained and qualified staff. We need to build this career sector quickly.” The video series is available on Raise the Bar’s YouTube channel (@raisethebarhancockcounty7737).
Raise the Bar also intends to release individual videos on its social media platforms and to the schools for use with their career programming.
In light of recent threats and safety concerns, the City of Springfield has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s CultureFest celebration. The decision was made with the utmost consideration for the safety and well-being of our community and event participants.
CultureFest, scheduled for September 27-28, is an event that celebrates diversity, arts and local culture. City officials, in consultation with local and state law enforcement, determined that canceling the event is the most responsible course of action to prevent any potential risks to attendees, staff, vendors and volunteers.
“We deeply regret having to cancel CultureFest, as we know it is a beloved event for our community,” said City Manager Bryan Heck. “However, the safety of our residents and visitors must come first.”
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. We remain dedicated to ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all.
