The City of Findlay will offer a bulk trash drop-off for Findlay residents from Saturday, October 25 to Saturday, November 1, 2025. Hours are 8am-7pm or until full on weekdays and 8am-4pm or until full on Saturdays.
Dumpsters will be at the Public Works Department, 330 N. Cory St. where city residents may dispose of unwanted debris.
Hazardous materials, commercial tires, concrete, appliances and electronics will not be accepted. Proof of residency or ID may be required.
The city will accept noncommercial vehicle tires. The tires must be off of the rim. Proof of residency in the City of Findlay and/or ID will be required.
Please note that it is illegal to transport more than ten scrap tires at any time without obtaining a registration certificate from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency per ORC 3734.83.
The Findlay Police Department is requesting help from the public in identifying a theft suspect.
Police say the individual in the surveillance pictures is believed to be responsible for recent thefts from Runnings, at 1800 Tiffin Avenue, involving a large quantity of tools.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Findlay Police Department at 419-424-7150, message them on Facebook, or call Crime Stoppers at 419-425-TIPS.
Youtheatre is delighted to present its fall production of the iconic musical Annie, coming to the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts on October 3 and 4. Overflowing with heart, humor and hope, this beloved family favorite promises an unforgettable theatrical experience for audiences of all ages.
Performance times are:
Friday, October 3 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 4 at 2:00 p.m.
Set against the backdrop of 1930s New York City during the Great Depression, Annie follows the inspiring story of a spirited orphan determined to find her family. With its catchy, time-honored tunes like “Tomorrow,” “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” and “Maybe “this production is sure to delight audiences with a fresh take on the classic tale.
More than 80 students in grades 6–12 are involved in the production, both on stage and behind the scenes. These talented young performers and crew members represent 12 area schools and homeschool groups, showcasing the depth and diversity of local youth talent.
Directed by Samantha Henry, the production team also features Jordan Gottschalk as Assistant Director, Zachary Thomas as Music Director, and Timothy Frost as Choreographer
Tickets are on sale now! $16 for adults and $13 for students and senior citizens. All seating is reserved. $1 from every ticket sold supports the Youtheatre College Scholarship Fund, helping to empower the next generation of performers and artists.
For tickets or more information, contact the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts Box Office at 419-423-2787 or visit www.mcpa.org. The box office, located at 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay, is open Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Annie is presented through special arrangements with Music Theatre International (MTI).
If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Craig VanRenterghem at education@mcpa.org.
Photo (Left to Right): Jenna Clements as Grace Farrell, Isaac Weese as Oliver Warbucks, Emma Fennig as Annie, Esme Hummel-Sass as Miss Hannigan, Cameron Levi as Rooster, Kennedy Bowlin as Lily St. Regis
(ONN) – The Ohio GOP has introduced a bill aiming to add new requirements for abortion access in the state – challenging a constitutional amendment protecting abortion rights.
Cleveland.com is reporting that House Bill 347 would require a 24-hour waiting period before abortions and mandate that doctors give detailed information about the procedure, risks, and other options like adoption.
The bill would only apply to elective abortions.
The bill’s introduction comes after Ohio voters approved an amendment to the state’s constitution protecting abortion rights.
We’re excited to share that the new EZ Launch Accessible Transfer System at the Findlay Reservoir 2 is officially open to the public!
-Fishing Access
-Kayak/Canoe Launch
-Benches for Relaxation
-Handicap-accessible ramp
This project was made possible through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, as part of our commitment to expanding safe, inclusive, and accessible outdoor spaces for all residents and visitors.
The Findlay Reservoir offers over 5 miles of shoreline and is open to public fishing through a cooperative agreement with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Did you know there are even Walleye and Yellow Perch in our reservoir?
Whether you’re here to fish, paddle, or simply enjoy the view, we invite you to take advantage of the beautiful weather this week and come experience this new community amenity!
Join us for Fridays at Findlay on October 3, 2025.
Fridays at Findlay is a lecture series hosted by the University of Findlay, designed to encourage educational opportunities for the community.
Myron Lewis, MSW, MBA, FACHE, president and chief executive officer of Blanchard Valley Health System, will speak on the topic, “Are You Healthier than Healthcare? A Fresh Look at Personal Health, the Healthcare Industry, and How Both Impact Your Local Health System.”
BVHS will be offering free screenings for high blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar checks beginning at 7 a.m. Breakfast will be served at 7:30 a.m.
For more information and to register, please visit bvhs.info/4nn9iVq.
This past week I participated in the @usmayors leadership meeting hosted by USCM President @mayordavidholt.
Topics included federal housing policy, community safety, and a signing of the Oklahoma City Declaration, a document America’s Mayors are signing to show their commitment against political violence.
@mayordavidholt said it best, “If everyone in American political life affirmed their commitment to the principles in this declaration, we would see a dramatic shift in this country, and it is time for that shift,” said U.S. Conference of Mayors President David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City.
“We as mayors believed this was the time and place to set an example, and I sincerely hope others in positions of responsibility will consider making similar public commitments.”
(From the US Conference of Mayors)
In a powerful show of political unity and stewardship, more than 40 Republican, Democratic and Independent U.S. mayors signed a declaration on Friday to de-escalate our politics and reject violence and dehumanizing rhetoric. Calling it the Oklahoma City Declaration, the mayors signed the agreement at the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, the site of the deadliest act of domestic political violence in living memory, as members of the U.S. Conference of Mayors gathered in the city for their annual fall leadership meeting.
“This scar in downtown Oklahoma City reminds us of the traumatic and tragic outcomes of political violence. With this declaration, we reject political violence and recommit to the American experiment,” they wrote.
In the ten-point declaration, the mayors celebrated America’s democracy as “an outlier in human history” and an “alternative to political violence” that has “unleashed unprecedented freedom, prosperity and innovation upon the entire world.” However, they also acknowledged its fragility, saying it requires three fundamental values: pluralism, compromise and persuasion through debate. Without a commitment to these qualities, our unique form of government drifts toward dehumanization and, ultimately, violence.
Across the declaration’s tenets, the signatories condemned violence. They defended civility. They rejected dehumanizing language. They refused to demonize groups. They vowed to avoid apocalyptic rhetoric. They promised to defend the truth. They celebrated restraint. And they underscored everyone’s shared humanity, saying “we are humans first, Americans second, and partisans last.”
“If everyone in American political life affirmed their commitment to the principles in this declaration, we would see a dramatic shift in this country, and it is time for that shift,” said U.S. Conference of Mayors President David Holt, Mayor of Oklahoma City. “We as mayors believed this was the time and place to set an example, and I sincerely hope others in positions of responsibility will consider making similar public commitments.”
The mayors saw a special obligation to make this declaration and uphold these values because they play a special role in America. “Running a city demands constant action and results. And so, every day, mayors guide our residents through these democratic processes, respecting pluralism, seeking compromise, and using the art of persuasion.”
The initial signers of the declaration were: Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken, Arlington (TX) Mayor Jim Ross, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, Burnsville Mayor Elizabeth Kautz, Carmel (IN) Mayor Sue Finkam, Columbia (MO) Mayor Barbara Buffaloe, Columbia (SC) Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, Columbus (OH) Mayor Andrew Ginther, Edina Mayor James Hovland, Edmond Mayor Mark Nash, Findlay Mayor Christina Muryn, Fontana Mayor Acquanetta Warren, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker, Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer, Gresham Mayor Travis Stovall, Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper, Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam, Kansas City (MO) Mayor Quinton Lucas, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, Lansing Mayor Andy Schor, Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird, Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg, Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman, Moore Mayor Mark Hamm, Mount Vernon (NY) Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell, Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, Piscataway Mayor Brian Wahler, Redmond Mayor Angela Birney, Riverside Mayor Patricia Lock Dawson, Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett, San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox, Waterloo Mayor Quentin Hart, West Sacramento Mayor Martha Guerrero, USCM CEO & Executive Director Tom Cochran.
The Declaration will now be shared with mayors nationwide so that they can add their names in support.
The full text of the Oklahoma City Declaration is available here.
(ONN) – Driver’s ed laws in Ohio are changing, impacting a majority of young adults who don’t have their license yet.
Anyone 18 or older used to be able to bypass driver’s education to get their license if they successfully passed their driver’s test.
But, on September 30, that age will now raise to 21.
This is part of a new law which will require everyone younger than 21 years old to go through the same driving education – 24 hours of classroom training, eight hours behind the wheel with an instructor, and 50 hours of driving with an adult.
Driving instructors say this law should help minimize crashes involving 18 to 21 year olds.
