Findlay
Today
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hancock County Farmers’ Market opens tomorrow, May 7, 4–6 p.m. at Jebbett/Rowmark Festival Grounds on the Marathon Center campus in Findlay with fresh produce, baked goods and local foods; McComb Farmers’ Market holds a Second Saturday market at 131 East Main Street on May 9, 8:30 a.m. to noon. WFIN
- ➤ The Hancock County Law Enforcement Memorial Service will be held on Monday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at the Fallen Officers Memorial on Romick Parkway & Fort Findlay FOP Lodge 20 to honor fallen officers and support those still serving. WFIN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Marathon Petroleum Corp reported net income of $511 million (or $1.73 per share) for Q1 today, reversing a $74 million loss last year. Adjusted earnings and EBITDA improved as CEO Maryann Mannen stressed planned investments to meet high market demand. WFIN
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Findlay was named an Ohio Premier Life Sciences Ready Community today by the Ohio Life Sciences Association, a designation that highlights the city’s robust infrastructure, workforce assets, and strategic location. City and economic development officials said the recognition opens opportunities for high-tech investment in life sciences. WFIN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 7, 2026, 400 11th grade students from Hancock County will join Mock Interview Day at Living Hope Church. Organized by Raise the Bar Hancock County and the Business Advisory Council, students will have sessions with 87 local professionals — an opportunity to build career skills. WFIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office is honoring corrections officers during National Corrections Week to recognize their dedication and long hours keeping the facility safe. The office invites the community to show its gratitude for the hard work behind the walls. WFIN
- ➤ Findlay-Hancock County Economic Development named Matt Gilroy its new Executive Director following Chris Keller’s departure to the private sector. Gilroy, who joined in March 2025 (and led the regional Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy and Life Sciences Ready Community designation), brings over 20 years of nonprofit management experience. WFIN
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Nigel Wearne Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — $ — Experience a night of blues, jazz & Americana-noir from Australian guitarist Nigel Wearne.
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Barks & Brews 2026
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Findlay Brewing Company — $35 per dog with one human — Enjoy a fun day with activities and brews while supporting local shelter pets.
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Live Music Performance by Ryan Parker
6-9 p.m. — Gillig Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music at the scenic Gillig Winery while sipping your favorite wines.
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Boogie on the Block
5-10 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Summer kicks off with live music and fun at Findlay's biggest block party.
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