Findlay
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Friday, August 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hancock County Parkinson’s Network launches its annual Tulip Bulb Sale today through August 31 with a new garden flag featuring the message Grow Hope—orders of 100 or more bulbs qualify for free delivery in Findlay and pick up on October 7 at College First Church of God. Proceeds support Parkinson’s education, programming, and community awareness. WFIN
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Findlay police reported that passenger Sandy Sanchez, 35, was in critical but stable condition after a two-vehicle crash at 10:38 a.m. Thursday as the car leaving an apartment complex on South Main Street struck a pickup truck—an eight-year-old boy was also treated for minor injuries while driver Claend Wise, 24, was cited for failure to yield and driving under non-compliance suspension. Hometown Stations
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Findlay-Hancock County Public Library will host its 10th annual local author fair on November 7 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. during Findlay’s Fall ArtWalk to let local authors and illustrators share and sell their work—authors are provided a table measuring about 4ft by 2ft and must handle their own sales as applications close on October 1. WFIN
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local beekeepers say the honey bee population in west central Ohio has seen only a 10% decline while national numbers drop by as much as 70%. Ty Shelby (of the Greater Grand Lake Beekeepers Association) warned that common yard chemicals remove important food sources and urged planting more bee-friendly plants. Hometown Stations
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Findlay Police Department held active shooter drills at the local high school ahead of the new school year to train officers on quickly entering and focusing an active killer away from students. The drill used realistic actors with simulated injuries, and the fire department & HANCO personnel provided treatment for the actors. WFIN
- ➤ The Ohio Department of Aging will host six town halls in August and September to gather input for Ohio’s 2027-2030 State Plan on Aging. The first session is in Findlay on August 15 from 2-4 p.m. at the 50 North Senior Center—where older Ohioans, caregivers, and providers can share their views. WFIN
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the front portion and main entrance of the Findlay Mall were demolished to make room for a planned 131,809-square-foot Target store that began demolition in June over an area of 188,000 square feet. The work also created a 24-foot drive and extra parking near shops like Dunham's, Michael's, and Tokyo Steakhouse, while no timeline for completion was provided. WFIN
SPORTS NEWS
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The Tuesday Crowd Concert
6-9 p.m. — Gillig Winery — Free entry — Enjoy live music at the picturesque Gillig Winery and savor a delightful evening with friends.
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Flag City Balloon Festival 2025
9:30 p.m. — Emory Adams Park — Various prices — Experience the vibrant Flag City Balloon Festival with music, tethered balloon rides, and dazzling fireworks.
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Natural Stamps Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Craft unique artworks using nature-inspired stamps and acrylic paint.
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Planetarium: Perseid Meteor Shower
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Oakwoods Nature Preserve — Free entry — Experience the dazzling Perseid Meteor Shower while nestled in a portable planetarium learning about the stars.
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(for) Health! We're Steppin' into the Blue Zone!
5-6 p.m. — Findlay-Hancock County Public Library — Free entry — Explore the secrets of longer, healthier lives with insights from the world's blue zones.
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Shaw Revolver LIVE in Findlay, Ohio
8 PM – 2 AM — Logan's Irish Pub — No cover charge — Experience the world's first daddy-daughter trio live from Arkansas.
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Motors on the Midway
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hancock County Fairgrounds — $15 pre-registration — Explore classic cars, enjoy live music, and have fun with family-friendly activities.
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Cicada Exploration
2-3 p.m. — Riverbend Park — Free entry — Discover the fascinating lifecycle of cicadas through stories, sounds, and a short hike in the park.
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Taps & Tees Golf Outing at Findlay Brewing Co.
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM — Red Hawk Run — Team: $400, Solo: $125 — Enjoy craft brews and support culinary graduates with a day of golf for a cause.
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