(From the Findlay/Hancock County Bar Association)

The Findlay/Hancock County Bar Association (FHCBA) will host its annual Law Day Breakfast on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The breakfast will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Findlay Country Club, 1500 Country Club Drive. The organization will recognize the following members that have practiced for over 50 years: David P. Kuenzli, David A. Hackenberg, William E. Clark, Robert F. Sprague, Robert Beutler, William S. Alge, Jr., Roger L. Miller, Michael J. Malone, Gregory A. Rakestraw, Judge Joseph H. Niemeyer.

Each year the FHCBA observes national Law Day to commemorate the rule of law, the judiciary and its place in American society. This year’s theme, “The Constitution’s Promise: Out of Many, One” focuses on exploring and renewing our duties to one another in accordance with the Constitution and our Democratic traditions.

The event will include a presentation from students from Findlay City Schools “We The People”. Retired Judge Reginald J. Routson will moderate the presentation.

FHCBA members, judges, attorneys, paralegals, secretaries, court personnel and city and county employees, including law enforcement, are invited as well as all elected officials. Representatives of the Findlay-Hancock County Alliance, the Community Foundation and local media are also welcome.

Breakfast is complimentary to all attendees. Thank you to the Hancock County Legal Education Foundation for sponsoring the event. In 1958 President Dwight Eisenhower established Law Day as “a day of national dedication to the principal of government under law”. Commemorated annually on May 1, Law Day programs are conducted nationally.

For more information, visit https://ww.americanbar.org/.

(From the University of Findlay)

The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum invites area residents on Saturday, May 10 to an evening of storytelling, art, and fun with Emmy Award-winning illustrator and author Marc Brown.

The creator of the beloved “Arthur” books and PBS children’s series will speak at 7 p.m., in the TLB auditorium of the Winebrenner Building on the UF campus.

The event is free and open to the public.

“Marc will share insights into his creative journey, storytelling, and illustration process in an engaging presentation that families won’t want to miss.”

Brown recently donated the majority of his original artwork – more than 1,000 pieces – to the Mazza Museum.

He said the Arthur books began with a bedtime story he told his son about an aardvark that was worried about the size of its nose.

“My son thought it was funny and it took on a life of its own,” he explained. “Later I thought, that was fun, maybe I should write it down.”

Today, Brown has more than 150 books published selling over 65 million copies.

He is a six-time Emmy award winner for the “Arthur” TV series, which is the longest-running animated children’s show in TV history.

He believes that picture books should “educate and entertain,” and his tales of Arthur always focused on fun stories featuring “a way to deal with a problem and how to solve it.” “I would get ideas from real life – every day there’s a story waiting to be told,” Brown said.

At the presentation, the author/illustrator will share details of his creative journey, explain his creative process of illustration, and reveal his latest projects. Following the presentation, there will be book sales and autographing, and Brown’s books will be on sale at 15% off retail.

Registration to attend the event is required.

Register at oilers.findlay.edu/marc-brown by Thursday, May 8.

(From Findlay Police Chief James Mathias)

In anticipation of inclement weather expected to move through our area this (Tuesday) afternoon, the City of Findlay would like to remind all residents about the importance of being weather-ready and the resources available for receiving emergency alerts.

The City maintains 16 outdoor warning sirens strategically located throughout the community. These sirens are intended to provide an audio alert for individuals who are outdoors and may not have immediate access to other forms of notification such as television, radio, or cell phones.

Recently, the City completed Phase 1 of a two-phase siren replacement project, replacing 8 of the 16 sirens with new upgraded systems. The remaining 8 sirens are fully operational and scheduled for replacement in the future.

Following the installation, 5 of the 8 newly installed sirens inadvertently activated without cause last Friday evening. In response, the City’s internal team, along with the contractors responsible for the installation, conducted a thorough evaluation of the equipment yesterday.

All systems, including the new sirens, have been reset, tested, and verified to be operating properly.

We want to emphasize that any activation of the outdoor warning sirens should be treated as an actual emergency.

Upon hearing a siren, immediately seek shelter and refer to trusted weather resources for additional information.

Please continue to be diligent by utilizing multiple sources of alerts and updates to stay prepared for any weather event or emergency situation.

The preparedness, safety, and security of our community remain the City’s top priorities.

Stay safe, Findlay.

(From the City of Findlay)

ROAD CLOSURE: S. Main St. from Twp. Rd. 145 to OH-15 will be closed for road repairs on Wednesday, April 30 from 6:30am to 5pm.

Please contact the Engineering Department if you have questions about this project (419) 424-7121.

(From Blanchard Valley Health System)

Area youth can participate in “Grief Trails,” a specialized day camp designed to support children and teens who have experienced the loss of a loved one.

“Grief Trails” is sponsored by Bridge Home Health & Hospice, a division of Blanchard Valley Health System, and will take place this July at Challenged Champions Equestrian Center in Ottawa, Ohio.

This year’s program will offer two age-specific sessions, one on Monday, July 21, and the other on Monday, July 28.

Registration for the program is required by Monday, June 2.

To learn more about “Grief Trails,” please visit https://bvhs.info/4l74Mtm today.

(From the City of Findlay)

CONSTRUCTION 4/29-5/2:

-Broad Ave. will be reduced to one lane in each direction from W. Trenton Ave. to W. Melrose Ave. for curb replacement.

-W. Melrose Ave. will be closed to through traffic from N. Main St. to Broad Ave. for curb replacement.

-East St. will be closed to through traffic from E. Lincoln St. to E. Lima St. for curb replacement.

-Carnahan Ave. will be closed to through traffic from Milton St. to the dead end for curb replacement.

-Twp. Road 80 (Baseline Rd.) will be closed to all traffic from Springlake Dr. (E.) to Springlake Dr. (W.) for a sanitary sewer project.

Avoid these areas if possible. We will release updates on information and schedules as it becomes available.

Please contact the Engineering Department with any questions regarding these projects (419) 424-7121.

(From Visit Findlay)

Mark your calendars— Findlay ArtWalk returns Friday, May 2 from 5–9 PM!

Come out for an evening filled with art, energy, and community spirit!

Find all the details on artists and locations here: visitfindlay.com/artwalk

(From Hancock Leadership)

The Hancock Leadership Class of 2025 wrapped up their project on Saturday by planting flowers and shrubs in front of the new Allan H. Davis Judicial Center. This comes just days before the building’s official ribbon cutting on May 2nd.

The project saw the planting of various species along the front and sides of the building. Project manager, Wade Hiatt shared, “We are honored to be a part of this project and livening up this community space.” He added that due to the generous support of donors and volunteers, this year’s leadership class was able to transform the public space, improve sustainability, and provide a welcoming atmosphere for all.

The project could not have been done without the generosity of several donors. The class would like to honor the Gold and Silver level donors:

GOLD DONORS

• GSW Manufacturing
• Kiwanis Club of Findlay
• The Findlay Hancock County Community Foundation
• Valgroup

SILVER DONORS

• Judge Kristen K. Johnson
• Blanchard Valley Veterinary Clinic
• Centracomm
• Hancock Federal Credit union
• John Hunter & Kristen Hunter HL ‘25
• Judge Mark C. Miller & Krista Crates-Miller
• Marathon Petroleum Corp.
• TRG The Rowmark Group
• Shawn and Jennifer Carpenter
• Yellowstone Landscape

The group would also like to thank the Hancock County Commissioners, the Hancock County Master Gardeners Association, USA Lawn, Warnimont Concrete, and RCM Architects for their help in the project. All are welcome to join in the official ribbon Cutting event on May 2nd. It will be held at the Allan H. Davis Judicial Center, 209 W. Main Cross St., at 4:30pm.

For more information on Hancock Leadership please visit the Findlay/Hancock County Chamber of Commerce’s website.

(From the Hancock Historical Museum)

The Hancock Historical Museum invites the public to its upcoming Brown Bag Lecture presented by Eastman & Smith LTD. at 12 p.m. Thursday, May 1, 2025. The featured presentation, “George Armstrong Custer and the Demise of the 7th Cavalry at the Battle of the Little Bighorn,” will be delivered by Dwayne Beggs, Ph.D.

On June 25, 1876, George Armstrong Custer led more than 200 soldiers in an attack on members of the Sioux and Cheyenne tribes. Custer had been tasked with finding these tribes, who were labeled hostile, and returning them to their respective reservations. Believing his force to be superior, Custer attacked the Native Americans engaging in a fight for his life-as well as for the lives of the men in the 7th Cavalry.

Beggs currently serves as Assistant Professor of History and Chair at Lourdes University, and has taught many popular classes on military conflicts. He earned an M.A. and a Ph.D. in U.S. Diplomatic History from Bowling Green State University. Beggs also holds an M.Divinity and served as a Youth Pastor / Associate Pastor for 22 years.

The lecture will last approximately 45 minutes to an hour, with ample time for questions and discussion. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lunches to enjoy during the program. Admission is free for museum members and $3 for non-members.

The Brown Bag Lecture Series takes place on the first Thursday of every month at the Hancock Historical Museum, located at 422 West Sandusky Street in Findlay. Each lecture highlights topics of historical and cultural significance to Hancock County and Ohio.

No registration is required. For more information, please contact the Hancock Historical Museum at (419) 423-4433 or visit www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org.

The City of Findlay is letting the public know of changes to the dates of two city council meetings.

The city says the first meeting in May will take place on Wednesday, May 7 due to Tuesday, May 6 being the date of the Primary Election.

Also, the first meeting in November will take place on Wednesday, November 5 due to Election Day being Tuesday, November 4.

Findlay City Council meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. in council chambers on the first floor of the municipal building.