Good morning, Findlay.

The Union Pacific Big Boy Tour, featuring America’s most powerful steam locomotive, is scheduled to pass through Hancock County today when it departs Continental at 12:15 p.m. and is expected to arrive before 1:00 p.m. Officials advise using safe viewing areas - keeping roadways clear.

The Fort Findlay FOP Lodge #20 Foundation brings back Cops & Cones with free ice cream and opportunities for families to interact with officers at Dietsch Brother’s Ice Cream on Wed, June 10, Wed, July 15, and Wed, August 19.

The event builds positive relationships between youth and law enforcement.

The Johnny Appleseed Park District opened the Beil’s Buck Run Nature Area on Sunderland Road.

The 50-acre preserve, donated by Herbert and Elfrieda Beil, features five trails and water features and is open to hikers from dawn to dusk (pets and alcohol are prohibited).

The Kiwanis Club of Findlay partnered with Hancock Historical Museum, Visit Findlay, Awakening Minds Art, and the Community Foundation to prime a barn wall at Brucklacher Park this morning for an America 250 mural.

Local volunteers are invited to help paint soon (check museum updates for details).

Hailey Sparks, a graduating senior from Cory-Rawson, has received this year’s Legg–Rieck’s Gallery Award for her painting 'Lonesome Cowboy' on display at the Hancock County Educational Service Center.

She will attend the University of Northwestern Ohio this fall to study Agribusiness.

Children’s Mentoring Connection of Hancock County is holding virtual mentoring sessions (Tuesday, June 9 at 12:00 PM; Thursday, June 11 at 6:00 PM; and Tuesday, June 16 at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM) to help interested mentors learn about commitments, share real stories, and ask questions; registration is by email.

ICU nurse Riley Gerwin from Blanchard Valley Health System received a DAISY Foundation Award after a fellow nurse nominated her for exceptional care shown to a patient at his end of life (her dedication made sure the patient was comforted by family during his final moments).

Vet Fest II Ride-In

11 AM - 5 PM — AMVETS Post 21 — $25-$35 — Experience a day of camaraderie with a ride and festivities benefiting veterans.

Micro Too Wrestling Event

7-9 p.m. — Hancock County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices include service fees — Enjoy an exciting evening with micro-wrestling entertainment featuring a variety of performers.