Good morning, Findlay.

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation introduced its Rooted to Rise initiative on June 18 at its Annual Celebration — a campaign designed to support work and play by linking donor funds with community needs like childcare, housing, transportation, arts and recreation.

Blanchard Valley Center has opened nominations for the 2025 BVC Effect Awards—this program honors employers, organizations, or businesses in Hancock County that create opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

An example from 2024 praised Jennifer Little from OSU Extension for her work in planning cooking classes, and nominations are now being accepted.

A chain reaction crash involving eight vehicles injured three people Thursday morning on Interstate 75 near State Route 103—when a semi driven by Barinder Sarao struck slow traffic, crossed the median, and shut down all lanes.

Local food truck L’Eggo My Eggroll is being sued by Kellogg because it did not stop using their mark as the company now seeks all profits and legal fees.

The truck said on Facebook it will keep working until its lawyer resolves the case — the legal dispute is ongoing.

A Hancock County man, Jase Lauck, 24, was arrested on June 26th after deputies found a woman hiding in a crawl space at a home on County Road 8—he faces charges of domestic violence by strangulation, kidnapping, and obstructing official business while another man, Chase Craig, was arrested for obstructing official business.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will host a free two-day hunter education instructor class in Findlay on August 9-10 at the Division of Wildlife District 2 Office (952 Lima Avenue) that requires participants to complete the online hunter education course, be at least 18 years old, and pass a background check before the training begins.

The Ohio Department of Transportation said drivers have seen more tire damage from nails near construction zones this summer—AAA Ohio noted that hundreds of damage reports have been filed and drivers on interstates can file claims with ODOT.

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.

Cowboy Days Festival

9 AM – 5 PM — Ghost Town Findlay, Ohio — Details coming soon — Celebrate the spirit of the Wild West with family-friendly activities.

Family Fun Weekend - Mid-Summer Party

1-5 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — One price for an afternoon of fun — Enjoy an exciting day of family activities and adventures.

Josh Minton Foundation Golf Benefit 2025

7 AM – 2 PM — Hillcrest Golf Club — $60 — Enjoy a day of golf for a great cause at the 4th annual benefit event.