Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
Good morning, Findlay.
Residents are invited to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new UF pickleball courts tomorrow at 12:30 p.m. at 201 College Street in front of the College of Business/Center for Student Life building; the courts were made possible by a donation from Eric and Julie Anderson and a pavilion funded by the Findlay Hancock County Community Foundation.
Findlay police said that Rachel Core (30) was hit by a car while crossing East Melrose Avenue and North Blanchard Street at 3:11 p.m. on Tuesday and taken to Blanchard Valley Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the driver, Tamara Pryor (24), was cited for failing to yield the right of way.
A federal grand jury indicted a New York man and a Chinese national on 10 counts after they used tech support and grandparent scams to take over $201,000 from elderly victims in Northeast Ohio in May and June 2024+ federal investigators led the probe.
Owens Community College runs apiaries on its Toledo and Findlay campuses to help protect honeybees and support local food programs—small amounts of honey are sold for $10 per pint to benefit the Garden Harvest food pantry.
Director Krista Kiessling said students learn about bee behavior and the effects of poor land management and pesticide use as she checks the hives weekly based on weather.
ODOT has announced that CR 99 will be closed nightly from June 18–21 for bridge deck demolition between 11 PM–5 AM, with northbound I-75 traffic following a detour via U.S. 224, Bright Rd, SR 12, CR 236 and CR 212.
Work will switch to the southbound side from June 23–26, and detour routes will be updated accordingly.
Blanchard Valley Orthopedics & Sports Medicine now offers the 'Own the Bone' program at four locations including Findlay to help patients who have suffered fragility fractures improve their bone health.
The initiative provides examinations, tailored lifestyle and medication guidance, and regular follow-up — all aimed at reducing the risk of future fractures.
Live Music with Ryan Parker
7-10 p.m. — FlightHouse — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with local performer Ryan Parker as he showcases his talent.
Revving for Roofs Benefit Bike Run
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Findlay Moose Lodge #698 — $20 per bike — Participate in a bike run benefitting local homeless services with live music to follow.
Repotting Class
7-8:30 p.m. — 119 E Crawford St, Findlay, OH — Free entry — Learn how to repot plants and enjoy sweet treats while nurturing your green thumb.
Starter Storytime at Riverside Park
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Findlay Riverside City Park — Free entry — Engage young children in reading and rhymes while enjoying nature's beauty.
The Best of Taylor Swift and Bruno Mars
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Donnell Theater at Marathon Center For The Performing Arts — Tickets from $71 — Experience the hits of two pop icons in an unforgettable concert event.
Paper Dolls Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Create your own paper dolls and cardboard doll house while discovering their history.
Lunchtime Live Series
3:30-5 p.m. — 231 McManness Ave, Findlay, OH — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly live music and delicious food from local food trucks in a vibrant community setting.
Live Music – The Tuesday Crowd
7-10 p.m. — FlightHouse — Check the website for ticket details — Enjoy an Americana and Classic Rock vibe with The Tuesday Crowd as they put a unique spin on chart-topping hits.
Summer Connect
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Findlay YMCA East Branch — Free entry — Engage in family-friendly activities and discover local resources at this community event.
Wine, Dine & Design with Awakening Minds Art
6:30-8 p.m. — Gillig Winery — $65 per person — Enjoy wine tastings and create a beautiful Flower Resin masterpiece with step-by-step instructions.
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