Findlay
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Friday, March 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The first annual Hancock County Food Truck Festival will be held tomorrow in the parking lot of Gabes on Tiffin Avenue and will run from 11 a.m. — 7 p.m. Food trucks will donate proceeds to Fort Findlay FOP’s Cops and Kids program. WFIN
- ➤ Flag City Honor Flight will fly Veterans to Washington DC on four trips in 2025—April 1st, June 3rd, September 9th, and October 14th—to help them see memorials honoring their service; the first flight will include a Welcome Home celebration at 7 p.m. at Grand Aire Hangar on W. Airport Service Road in Swanton and will give priority to terminally ill Veterans followed by others who served from World War II to the Vietnam War. WFIN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frito-Lay said it will recall less than 1,300 bags of 13 oz. Tostitos Cantina Traditional Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips sold in Ohio because some bags might include an undeclared milk allergen—consumers with dairy allergies should avoid the product. NBC4
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, March 24th at 6:35 p.m., Fostoria police responded to reports of shots fired on the 200 block of Elwood Ave where a house had bullet holes; they arrested 18-year-old Caiden Essex for firing his gun and issued a felony warrant for 18-year-old Findlay man Javier A. Hernandez—he is on the run and is considered armed and dangerous after a fight over a stolen bike. WFIN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation awarded the first 2025 Gregory James Shrader Memorial Scholarships to Brian Guthrie, Claire Kemmere and Samuel Dolan as Jeff, Elsa and Jon Shrader established the award (to honor Greg Shrader and support Findlay High School swimmers in pursuing their education). WFIN
- ➤ The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library added Wonderbooks to its collection—these are print books with built-in audio players featuring Read-Along, Learning, and Sing-Along modes that help children improve their reading skills. The library plans to offer these innovative books to support independent and interactive learning. WFIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Findlay will open its Green Waste Site at 330 North Cory Street (behind the Public Works Department near the railroad tracks) on Tuesday, April 1 for city residents to dispose of yard waste at no charge. The site will operate Tuesday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. WFIN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ BVHS oncology services earned accreditation from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, which shows the hospital’s dedication to providing high-quality care locally— it will face a review every three years to keep its standards high. WFIN
SPORTS NEWS
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Bingo! The Winning Musical
A community-oriented musical event featuring comedic elements and audience participation as guests celebrate Bingo's founder during a lively birthday bash.
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Fun with Marbles: A Creative Workshop for Kids
This event offers children aged 6-10 the opportunity to learn various marble games, build a marble run, and engage in art activities involving marbles.
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Wee Ones: How’s the Weather in Spring?
6-7 a.m. | Oakwoods Nature Preserve | Free | Explore various spring weather patterns through stories and hands-on activities for young children.
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Ice Classics Show
7 p.m. — The Cube — Ticket purchase required — Experience childhood superheroes and uncover the everyday heroes with skaters Starr Andrews, Logan Bye, and Eva Pate.
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Bowling for Kids
11 AM – 5 PM — AMF Sportsman Lanes — Fundraiser for youth mentoring — Join the community for a fun-filled day of bowling and support local youth programs.
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Healthy Kids Day
8-9 p.m. — Koehler Fitness and Recreation Complex — Free entry — A vibrant community event filled with fun activities to promote a healthy summer for families.
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Black Swamp Bucks 2025 Banquet
3-9:30 p.m. — The Cube — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of games, raffles, and dinner to support wildlife conservation efforts.
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Crustaceans Open House
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Discover a variety of local crustaceans and engage in fun crafts and activities for all ages.
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Sherlock Chick and the Peekaboo Mystery
10-11 a.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Uncover the mystery of a missing mouse with stories and crafts for young detectives.
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The Art of Writing Letters
6-7 p.m. — 1847 McKinnis House — $2 per person — Discover the history of letter writing in the 1800s and try your hand at using a quill and ink.
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