(From the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation)

Congratulations to the following local nonprofit leaders for receiving their Nonprofit Management Certificate through The Center for Nonprofit Resources: Teresa White (Fort Findlay F.O.P. Lodge # 20), Erin Dirksen (City Mission of Findlay), Dustin Fuller (Habitat for Humanity of Findlay, Ohio) and Emily Sulivan (Awakening Minds Art)!

The Foundation offered this course at no cost to these nonprofits as part of the Organizational Strengthening Individual Professional Development Fund.

Learn more here: https://www.community-foundation.com/…/organization…/ipd.

Findlay and Hancock County are included in a Wind Advisory issued by the National Weather Service.

The Wind Advisory goes from 10 a.m. Monday until 1 a.m. Tuesday.

Forecasters say winds of 25 miles per hour will gust up to 50 miles per at times.

Unsecured objects will blow around and some tree limbs could come down, resulting in a few power outages.

Get the latest forecast and weather alerts here.

(From Liberty-Benton Local Schools)

Liberty-Benton Local Schools is excited to announce that it will join the Cardinal Division of the Northern Lakes League (NLL) starting in the 2026-2027 school year. This move follows a thorough exploration of options to ensure the district’s athletic programs continue to thrive in a competitive, balanced, and geographically reasonable conference.

Liberty-Benton has been a proud member of the Blanchard Valley Conference but has sought a new home that better aligns with its needs. Finding a suitable conference has been a significant challenge due to limited openings in leagues that include schools of similar size, competition, and reasonable travel distances.

The Northern Lakes League, which is expanding to include Liberty-Benton, features two divisions based on enrollment: The larger Buckeye Division, and the smaller Cardinal Division. Currently the divisions are as follows:

Buckeye: Anthony Wayne, Findlay, Northview, Perrysburg, Whitmer (exception in football which also includes Springfield)

Cardinal: Bowling Green, Napoleon, Clay, Fremont Ross, Southview, and Springfield for all sports except football.

Liberty-Benton has enjoyed competing against many NLL schools in non-conference play in multiple sports over the past few years. As an NLL member, Liberty-Benton will compete in the smaller Cardinal Division.

“This is an exciting opportunity for Liberty-Benton,” said Superintendent Bruce Otley. “Liberty-Benton has been competing against many NLL schools as non-conference opponents over the past several years. Joining the Northern Lakes League will provide excellent competition for our student-athletes while maintaining manageable travel times. We are grateful for the invitation to join the NLL and look forward to building strong relationships within this new league.”

Liberty-Benton fondly reflects on the history and traditions shared within the member schools of the Blanchard Valley Conference. While this transition marks a new chapter, the district remains committed to fostering exceptional opportunities for all students—both on and off the field.

(From the Findlay Police Department)

Officers were dispatched to 1434 Tappan St. around 0338 hrs. on January 26 for a report of a criminal trespassing in progress.  

The caller advised the suspect, Brooklin Gelbaugh (22 yoa) was already issued a trespass warning for the property and had driven there in a red Subaru Legacy.

Officers arrived on scene and advised Brooklin had left the residence.

Around 0350 hrs. officers located the red Subaru traveling away from the area.

A traffic stop was attempted on the vehicle at Lima Ave and S. West St. Brooklyn refused to stop.

Officers began pursuing the vehicle traveling north on S. West St, west on W. Main Cross St, and then north on I-75.

The pursuit reached speeds of 130 plus miles per hour and multiple traffic violations were observed during the pursuit.

Officers lost visual contact with the Subaru near exit 171 and the pursuit was terminated.

A short while later the Ohio State Patrol located the Subaru traveling southbound on I-75 and conducted a traffic stop near mile marker 175.

Officers arrived at the traffic stop and took Brooklin into custody for Failure to comply with the order or signal of a police officer, a felony of the 4th degree.

Charges are also being submitted for a criminal trespass and criminal damaging offenses that occurred at 1434 Tappan St.

UPDATE – Liberty-Benton has accepted the invitation and will be joining the Northern Lakes League.

The Northern Lakes League has announced that Liberty-Benton has been invited to join the NLL.

The Eagles would begin competing in the Cardinal Division of the NLL during the 2026-27 season.

The Northern Lakes League says it looks forward to hearing back from Liberty-Benton soon to formally accept the invite.

Get more from the NLL in their post below.

(From Marathon Petroleum Corporation)

Marathon Petroleum Corporation has announced that its annual meeting of shareholders will take place on April 30, 2025, at 10 a.m. ET in a virtual-only format via live webcast.

Shareholders of record as of March 3, 2025, are entitled to notice of and to vote at the annual meeting.

The company’s proxy statement will include additional information regarding how shareholders may access and participate in the virtual annual meeting.

(From the Hancock County Parkinson’s Network)

The Hancock County Parkinson’s Network will host its second annual Empower Walk on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 50 North, located at 339 E. Melrose Ave. in Findlay. The event aims to bring the community together to empower individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers while raising funds to support the organization’s mission.

The Empower Walk offers an opportunity to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease, foster connections, and provide support to those impacted by the condition. The event will feature resource tables, a “Walk in My Parkinson’s Shoes” symptom simulation, and opportunities to hear firsthand experiences from individuals living with Parkinson’s.

This year, participants are encouraged to sign up as a team and fundraise through an online platform. Teams can raise funds to benefit the Hancock County Parkinson’s Network, and the top fundraising team will receive a special award at the event. While teams are invited to attend the walk, participation in fundraising efforts does not require attendance.

“We’re thrilled to expand our fundraising efforts this year and make it easier than ever for participants to raise funds through our new peer-to-peer fundraising platform,” said Barb Matheny, founder of the Hancock County Parkinson’s Network. “By signing up as a team, you can make a meaningful impact while supporting those living with Parkinson’s disease.”

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025

Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Location: 50 North, 339 E. Melrose Ave., Findlay, Ohio

How to Participate:

Register a team: Sign up online and start fundraising today.

Make a donation: Support the cause by donating to a team or directly to the organization.

Join the walk: Fundraising teams are invited to participate in the walk and activities on April 26.

Attend the Resource Fair: This free event will feature a variety of vendors providing information and resources to attendees.

For more information, to register, or to make a donation, visit HCParkinsonsNetwork.org.

About Hancock County Parkinson’s Network
The Hancock County Parkinson’s Network supports individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers through education, resources, and community awareness. Through events such as the Empower Walk, the organization aims to provide empowerment, raise awareness, and improve the quality of life for those affected by Parkinson’s.

(From American Pickers)

The American Pickers are excited to return to Ohio! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout Ohio and potentially in Hancock County in March 2025.

AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. They are always excited to find historically significant or rare items, in addition to unforgettable Characters and their collections.

As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, the Pickers are on a mission to recycle and rescue forgotten relics. Along the way, they want to meet characters with amazing stories and fun items. They hope to give historically significant objects a new lease on life while learning a thing or two about America’s past along the way. The Pickers have seen a lot of rusty gold over the years and are always looking to discover something they’ve never seen before. They are ready to find extraordinary items and hear fascinating tales about them.

The American Pickers TV Show is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a unique item, story to tell, and is ready to sell…we would love to hear from you! Please note, the Pickers DO NOT pick stores, flea markets, malls, auction businesses, museums, or anything open to the public.

If interested, please send us your name, phone number, location, and description of the collection with photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com or call (646) 493-2184 facebook: @GotAPick

(From the University of Findlay)

Area residents of all ages are invited take part in games galore on February 2 during the next “Funday Sunday” program at University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum. This month’s program, which is free and open to the public, features a “Game on!” theme.

Guests will enjoy art activities, games, hands-on educational stations, interactive STEAM activities, planetarium shows, and more.

“We’re excited to bring Muddy and Muddonna from the Toledo Mud Hens and our UF mascot Derrick the Oiler together for an action-packed event. It will be a day of fun, energy, and unforgettable moments,” said Amanda Davidson-Johnston, education manager at the Mazza Museum.

The family-friendly learning extravaganza encourages artistic expression, enhances literacy, and develops critical thinking skills, she noted.

Registration is required and can be completed on the Mazza Museum’s website or https://oilers.findlay.edu/pages/events/mazza-funday-sunday

Funday Sundays take place monthly at the Mazza Museum, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., through April. The event is sponsored by Hancock Federal Credit Union.

The remaining themes for Funday Sundays in 2025 are:

March 2: Accelerate!

April 6: Farmyard Fables

For more information on upcoming events, visit the Mazza Museum’s Events page online at www.mazzamuseum.org/events/. For specific questions regarding Funday Sunday, contact Amanda Davidson-Johnston, Mazza Museum education manager, at 419-434-4777 or amanda.davidson-johnston@findlay.edu.

(From the City Mission of Findlay)

Last night, we had the privilege of honoring two incredible board members at our Board Appreciation Night.

Their dedication, guidance, and tireless efforts have been instrumental in helping City Mission grow into a stronger and more impactful organization.

Through their leadership, we have expanded our services and resources to better support those in need across Hancock County.

Their legacy of compassion and diligence will continue to inspire our mission for years to come.

Thank you Cathy and Kevin for your service to our board and to the community we serve.

Together, we are building hope, one life at a time.