Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
Good morning, Findlay.
Findlay’s annual Memorial Day Parade will be held Monday, May 26 with a Bridge Ceremony at 9 a.m. on the Main Street Bridge where wreaths will be placed in the Blanchard River to honor fallen Veterans; the parade will start at 10 a.m. at the American Legion on West Front Street and move to Maple Grove Cemetery for a service at the War Memorial—Bill Johns of the Hancock County Veterans Council said anyone who wants to join can contact him at 4197217275.
OSU Soybean Pathologist Horacio Lopez-Nicora warns soybean growers that the cool, wet weather has created ideal conditions for seedling diseases such as Pythium seedling blight and Phytophthora root rot—farmers should scout their fields early to protect yield potential.
FCS students Daniel Jung and Trista Paige were named Finalists in the National Merit Program, joining only 1% of graduating seniors nationwide.
Daniel Jung was also selected as one of 2500 National Merit Scholarship winners from over 15,000 Finalists — a milestone that fills Trojan Country with pride.
Findlay will test 8 new outdoor warning sirens on May 28th at 10:00 a.m.—the sirens are part of a two-phase replacement project and repairs followed when 5 sirens activated unexpectedly last month.
Grief Trails—a day camp for children and teens who have lost a loved one—will take place this July at Challenged Champions Equestrian Center in Ottawa.
Registration must be completed by June 2 and sessions will run on July 21 and July 28, sponsored by Bridge Home Health & Hospice.
Spring Sensory Path for Kids
6-7 a.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Let your child explore movement with a fun spring-themed sensory path experience.
Virtual Tour of Provision Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Provision Living at Findlay — Free entry — Explore the amenities and services of this assisted living community designed for seniors.
Amphibian Hike
2-3 p.m. — Litzenberg Memorial Woods — Free entry — Explore the trails and discover local amphibians in their natural habitat.
The Princess and the Pea
1-2:30 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful retelling of the classic fairy tale with engaging performances.
Archery Instruction Workshop for Adults
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Learn the essentials of archery under the guidance of a certified instructor.
Flag City Sluggers Opening Day
12-9 p.m. — Marathon Diamonds at The Cube — Family-friendly event — Celebrate the inaugural season of the Flag City Sluggers with a day of baseball, entertainment, and community spirit.
FHS Art Camp for Grades 3-5
9 AM – 3 PM — Findlay High School — T-Shirt and daily snack included — Immerse in a week of creative exploration through painting, drawing, and digital media.
Summer Connect
1-4 p.m. — West Park — Free entry — Family-friendly neighborhood event offering games, activities, and free books for kids while connecting with local resources.
Starter Storytime at the Park
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Findlay Riverside City Park — Free entry — Engage in songs, rhymes, and reading fun while enjoying the outdoor scenery.
FPD Bicycle Rodeo
9-11 a.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Promote healthy living with a family-friendly bicycle rodeo organized by the Findlay Police Department.
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