Good morning, Findlay.

Families with children of all ages will travel back to the 90s at the Hancock Historical Museum’s Growing Up 90s Family Night scheduled for Saturday, April 12 from 5 to 8 p.m. The free event, part of the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation Fun for All series, will offer crafts, tie-dye workshops, live music, dance lessons and vintage shopping (at 422 W. Sandusky St.).

The first Crop Progress and Condition Report of 2025 from USDA NASS’ Ohio Field Office shows that cold, wet weather has left 99% of Ohio topsoil and 92% of subsoil in an adequate or surplus condition, while only 2% of winter wheat is jointing (well below last year’s 14% and six points behind the five-year average) and 8% of oats have been planted.

Jade Newton farms corn, soybeans, and hogs in Eaton and works full-time for First Financial Bank; she said 2024 saw uneven yields because tar spot and wind hurt crops on some farms plus farms that used fungicide did better.

She warned that for 2025, higher input costs and shifts in grain markets will be a key challenge for local farming.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine held a Tuesday morning press conference at the Statehouse to support Senate Bill 158 that would ban cell phones during school hours and set punishments for rule breakers.

He was joined by State Senators Jane Timken (R-Jackson County) and Andrew Brenner (R-Delaware), former Second Lady Tina Husted, and Dr. John Marschhuasen, and his office said many districts have already seen improvements in student focus and safety following similar bans.

Mayor Christina Muryn swore in Hunter Copus as a firefighter for the Findlay Fire Department and Skyler Newfer as a police officer for the Findlay Police Department on April 7—Copus is 27, a Findlay High School graduate attending the University of Findlay who will earn his Firefighter II certification in May, while Newfer, 36, previously served with the Kenton Police Department and will join the Patrol Division.

Today, OhioMHAS announced that the Hancock County ADAMHS Board received a $50,000 mini-grant to expand its partnership with Raise the Bar—pilot a Work Advance Program aimed at entry-level mental health positions and recognizing students earning certifications.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

LuxStone Training Workshop

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Epoxy Depot Findlay — $700/person — Learn the innovative LuxStone technique for stylish and efficient installations with eco-friendly materials.

All About Eggs

9 AM – 12 PM — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free; registration not required — Discover the fascinating world of eggs and learn about hatching processes from various animals.

Easter Egg Hunt

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — $3 adults, $2 kids — Enjoy a continuous scavenger egg hunt with train rides and a chance to win a Golden Ticket.

Earth Day Litter Clean Up

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Findlay-Hancock County Public Library — Free event — Participate in a week-long community effort to keep our environment clean with provided litter clean-up kits.

Warblers 101

6-7 p.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Discover the colorful world of warblers during their spring migration peak.