(From Findlay City Schools)

We are so excited to host Hancock County’s Summer Lunch Program, offering FREE lunches to everyone in our county under 18 years old!

June 9-July 31

Mondays-Thursdays (with a meal to take home for Friday!)

11:30-12:30

Glenwood Middle School

1715 North Main Street

There will be activities provided each day, so this is more than just a meal…it’s fun, too!

Adult Meals are available for $4.25!

We have so much incredible help to make this amazing summer opportunity available.

Thank you to Findlay YMCA and VFW Post 5645 for your support, as well as the support of our entire community to take care of our kids when they’re away from school for the summer. 

(From the City of Findlay)

Mayor Christina Muryn has issued a proclamation declaring June 5, 2025, as Harold “Puck” Rowe Day in Findlay, Ohio, and invites all citizens to join with her in recognizing and celebrating his remarkable leadership, compassion, and enduring service. May his example continue to inspire us all to build a stronger, more caring community.

Mayor Muryn presented the proclamation during the Welcome to a New Life Annual Recognition Breakfast on Thursday morning, an organization that Puck co-founded. 

Read the full proclamation below or by clicking here.

WHEREAS: Harold “Puck” Rowe brings strong leadership to both business and the community. He was employed at Columbia Gas of Ohio for 40 years, where he worked in budgeting, human and employee relations, public relations and community relations. He used his skills not only to lead in the corporate world but also to transform his community through tireless service; and

WHEREAS: Puck served on three church boards of trustees and chaired multiple successful fundraising campaigns for various congregations. He also chaired major campaigns for the local YMCA and United Way, raising over $6.8 million. During his time with United Way, he served as board president and founded the Gaslight Society, which has raised millions more for local causes; and

WHEREAS: Puck’s commitment extends across the community. He served on the boards of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation, YMCA, Junior Achievement, Boy Scouts, Rotary Club, and Camp Fire. For 20 years, he was a key member of the executive committee and served as chairman of the Community Development Foundation, helping lead the successful merger of The Alliance. Puck was part of the pioneering group that fostered Findlay’s relationship with Japan; and

WHEREAS: In 2018, Stan Kujawa approached Puck with a bold vision: to support individuals struggling with incarceration and addiction. After gathering insights from over 200 community members, they co-founded Welcome to a New Life. The organization was formally established as a 501(c)(3) in 2019. Since then, it has helped countless individuals and their families begin again with hope and support. Puck has been the driving force behind the program, constantly making connections and encouraging involvement as mentors, mentees, donors, and community partners. He’s always finding ways to support the mission, whether it’s visiting someone in jail, attending a court hearing, or offering a ride to someone in need.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Christina M. Muryn, Mayor of the City of Findlay, Ohio, do hereby proclaim June 5, 2025, as:

HAROLD “PUCK’ ROWE DAY

in Findlay, Ohio, and invite all citizens to join with me in recognizing and celebrating his remarkable leadership, compassion, and enduring service. May his example continue to inspire us all to build a stronger, more caring community.

(From the Hancock County Commissioners)

Our Hancock County Commissioners are providing a community outreach program this summer called “Town & Country Tuesdays” where each commissioner will be spending time each Tuesday at various local eateries and village parks throughout Findlay & greater Hancock County.

Think of it as an informal town hall one-on-one casual meeting with individual commissioners.

The schedule for each month will be posted on the commissioners’ website and can also be seen below.

• • June 3rd

     

    • • Commissioner Hunker @ The Dark Horse – 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

     

    • • Commissioner Bechtol @ City BBQ – 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

     

• • June 10th 

     

    • • Commissioner Bateson @ Panthers Pizza (McComb) – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

     

    • • Commissioner Bechtol @ Baker’s Café – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

     

    • • Commissioner Hunker @ Chick-Fil-A – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

     

• • June 17th 

     

    • • Commissioner Bateson @ Smoking BBQ – 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

     

    • • Commissioner Bechtol @ Wilson’s Sandwich Shop – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

     

    • • Commissioner Hunker @ Coffee Amici – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

     

• June 24th

   

  • Commissioner Bechtol @ Dietsch Brothers (W. Main Cross St.) – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

(From the Findlay Fire Department)

If you need new detectors we have them and they’re FREE!!!

Just call 419-424-7814 and we will come and install them too!!!

Fire Inspector Eric Wilkins on the importance of working smoke detectors.

Did you know that smoke detectors expire? Yes they do!

Smoke detectors are designed to last 10 years.

Be sure to check the back side of your homes detectors as they are required to have a date of manufacture printed there.

If your detectors are more than ten years old, replace them!

If you need smoke detectors, contact the Findlay Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Bureau at 419-424-7814 and we will replace them for you at no charge!

Thanks to our partners at the American Red Cross who supply us with free detectors!

(From Blanchard Valley Center)

The 45th annual Torch Run for Special Olympics is set for Wednesday, June 11, beginning at 11 a.m. at the University of Findlay.

Officers from the Findlay Police Department and the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office will carry the torch through the streets of Findlay, helping to launch the run-up to the Ohio Special Olympics Summer Games in Columbus.

After leaving the university, the runners will make their way to the Hancock County Courthouse, where they will meet up with Special Olympics athletes to make the stretch run to St. Marks United Methodist Church.

The annual torch run, with our law enforcement officers escorting the Special Olympians at the end of the run, has been a Hancock County tradition since 1981.

“At Blanchard Valley Center, there are some events we look forward to every year, and the Torch Run is near the top of the list,” said Kelli Grisham, superintendent at Blanchard Valley Center. “This is a wonderful example of meaningful connections within our community. I’m grateful to the law enforcement officers who generously volunteer their time, and I know the athletes we support through Special Olympics truly value the encouragement and partnership.”

The Ohio Special Olympics Summer Games will be held June 13-15 at Ohio State University. Hancock County will send 33 athletes to Columbus, competing in bocce, powerlifting, and track and field.

(From Blanchard Valley Health System)

Blanchard Valley Health System recently held an appreciation luncheon for our dedicated volunteers and auxiliary members.

This event recognizes the generosity of those who give their time and talents to support patients, staff, and BVHS’s mission.

Additionally, the BVHS Auxiliary Scholarship recipients were acknowledged and thanked for their contributions.

Way to go #TeamBVHS

If you’re interested in volunteering with BVHS, go https://bvhs.info/3h5hTid to learn more.

(From the Ohio State Highway Patrol)

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is asking all motorists to do their part in promoting roadway safety during what has been characterized by safety officials as the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. This time period, which runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day, sees an increase in traffic on the roads and an increased number of both serious-injury and fatal crashes.

“There is a clear connection between the summer’s rise in temperatures and the increase in traffic crashes,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “Whether you are headed to a cookout, a ballgame, or a weekend getaway, please buckle up, avoid distractions, and never drive impaired.”

The increased risk of serious-injury and fatal crashes during this time of year is attributed to several factors, including increased driving time, increased distractions and driver inexperience.

-Increased driving time – School is out and teens have more unstructured time, which leads to more driving, often times with friends in the vehicle.

-Increased distractions – Distracted driving, including phone use and multiple passengers being in the vehicle, increase the risk of a serious crash.

-Driver inexperience – Statistics show that teen drivers are more likely to be involved in a crash due to their inexperience.

This time period also encompasses the primary motorcycle riding months. According to Patrol statistics, more than half of all motorcycle-involved crashes last year occurred during the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer.

During this time period last year, a total of 65,035 crashes occurred on Ohio’s roadways, including 364 fatal crashes. Those fatal crashes resulted in 393 deaths, which equates to more than one-third of the fatal crashes recorded in 2024.

“As traffic increases over the summer months, so does our shared responsibility for keeping our roads safe,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “By making safe, intentional choices behind the wheel, we can prevent crashes and save lives.”

Similar to a year ago, troopers will be highly visible on roadways across the state promoting traffic safety for all those who live in and travel through Ohio. In 2024, troopers made 4,275 OVI arrests, issued 20,302 seat belt citations and cited 7,877 motorists for driving with a suspended license during the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer.

Additional information regarding Ohio crash statistics is available on the Ohio Statistics and Analytics for Traffic Safety (OSTATS) dashboard. That dashboard can be located here.

The public is encouraged to safely call #677 to report reckless or impaired drivers and drug activity.

(From the Hancock Historical Museum)

The Hancock Historical Museum is bringing back a fan-favorite outdoor event that blends history with the art of mixology. History with a Twist, presented by Hixon Zuercher Capital Management, will return to the museum grounds from 4 – 7 p.m. Saturday, June 14.

In celebration of the museum’s Growing Up 90s: Hancock County Edition exhibit, eight of Findlay’s finest bartenders will compete by crafting original cocktails inspired by the 1990s. Each drink will pay homage to the decade through technique, ingredients, title or presentation.

Participating businesses include Alexandria’s, Bourbon Affair, Findlay Brewing Company, Findlay Country Club, Gillig Winery, Mancy’s, Main Street Deli & Barcade and The Baker’s Café. Competing mixologists will vie for two awards: Grand Champion, determined by a panel of anonymous judges, and People’s Choice, chosen by event guests.

Attendees will enjoy cocktail tastings, appetizers, and live music by Jason Wagner and Ryan Parker. Each ticket includes one vote for the People’s Choice award. Additional votes may be cast by submitting donations, which directly support the museum’s mission.

History with a Twist is a 21-and-up event held rain or shine at the Hancock Historical Museum, located at 422 West Sandusky Street in Findlay. A valid ID and ticket are required for entry. All proceeds benefit the museum’s annual operations, including the preservation of Hancock County’s rich history and educational programming for all ages.

Tickets are $55 for museum members and $65 for nonmembers. Quantities are limited and available for purchase at the Hancock Historical Museum or online at https://www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org/event-details/history-with-a-twist

Sign up for any level of museum membership for the discounted ticket price and receive an exclusive Hancock Historical Museum cocktail glass at the event. Annual museum membership starts at $50 and includes reciprocal benefits at museums, science centers, botanical gardens and more throughout the United States.

For more information, contact the Hancock Historical Museum at (419) 423-4433 or visit www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org.

(ONN) – A new Ohio law passed last year has gone into effect, making it harder for Ohio drivers to lose their licenses.

In 2024, state legislators adopted House Bill 29 to make it more difficult for Ohio drivers to lose their licenses for unpaid fees and fines.

The law went into effect in April of this year.

The Columbus Dispatch reports that over 170,000 Ohio drivers have had their suspensions and/or vehicle registration blocks removed and over 7,000 got their driver licenses back.

More than 24,000 are now able to take a driving test to restore their licenses as their suspensions have been removed.

Now, license suspensions are reserved for dangerous driving convictions.

(From the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts)

MCPA’s Boogie on the Block is back! This much-loved event, a staple in the Findlay community since the early 1990s, will take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Roman-Jebitt Festival Grounds (MCPA Parking Lot).

As Findlay’s biggest block party and the kick-off to summer, Boogie on the Block offers a perfect opportunity for friends, families, and neighbors to come together before their busy summer schedules begin.

The outdoor event will feature live music from two exciting bands: Amelia Airharts, a Toledo-area, female-led band with an explosive presence and soulful sound, and Doc Robinson, known for their “backyard BBQ breakup” music from Columbus, Ohio.

With a range of food vendors and non-alcoholic beverages sponsored by Ball Corporation, plus beer booths featuring Beerco products and craft brews from Findlay Brewing Company, partygoers are in for a night of great food, music, and fun.

Tickets for Boogie on the Block are priced at $7 for general admission and $3 for youth.

This event is proudly sponsored by Hancock Federal Credit Union.

Boogie on the Block is made possible by the incredible support of volunteers.

Volunteering at Boogie on the Block is a great way to get involved, support the community, and be part of this Findlay tradition.

Those interested in lending a hand can sign up on the MCPA website.

For more information about Boogie on the Block and volunteer opportunities, please visit www.mcpa.org or call the MCPA office at 419-423-2787.