Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of July.
Good morning, Findlay.
The University of Findlay named Colleen Abrams, Cindy Bormuth, and Diana Montague to its 2026 Curtain Raisers Wall of Fame for their decades of work in theater and music.
Mike Anders, an emeritus professor, honored the inductees for their long service to the performing arts community.
University of Findlay named Jim Fritz, Ed.D., as the Educational Administration Program director in the College of Education.
He will join as an assistant professor on Aug. 1 and brings over two decades of K-12 leadership (including 16 years as superintendent) to mentor new school leaders.
Starting July 6, Findlay will close S.
Cory Street between Meeks Avenue and W. Front Street each day from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. until July 9 for sewer repairs; motorists should use alternate routes while the city issues updates.
Officer Doug Marshall retired after more than 25 years of service with the Findlay Police Department, working in roles (such as Bike Patrol and Crisis Management) that benefited the community.
The department thanked him for his longstanding commitment and leadership.
The City of Findlay will begin several construction projects on July 6 that will restrict traffic and lead to short delays (Londonderry, N.
Main, Carnahan, Washington, Manor Hill, Northcliff, and Southcliff). Motorists should plan ahead as the Engineering Department updates schedules.
The Findlay Police Department reminded bicyclists, e-bike, and scooter riders to follow traffic rules as usage rises with warmer weather.
They urge riders to wear helmets, use lights, and signal hand movements while advising motorists to allow at least three feet of clearance.
Six Hancock County Special Olympics softball players and their coach helped Team Ohio win a national championship in Minneapolis after 18 months of intensive training; the team went undefeated through five games and beat Missouri 28-16 at the Special Olympics USA Games.
Rock Band Camp for Pre-Teens and Teens
9:30-11 a.m. — Heartstring Melodies, LLC — $55 for all sessions — Explore band roles and instruments while creating music together over three days.
Lunchtime Live Music Series
11:30 a.m. — Findlay Riverside City Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly live music from local artists while you relax in the park.
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