Good morning, Findlay.

At its August board meeting, the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation approved grants totaling over $900K – including 11 responsive grants and 46 donor advised grants – to help local groups meet needs such as food support and safe community events.

The awards reflect a strong commitment by donors to boost local projects and improve life for community members.

On September 3, the County 911 Coordinator was notified that Verizon wireless calls may not reliably reach 911—Verizon advised users to use text to 911 or non-emergency numbers while it did not provide a timeframe for the fix.

Today at 7 a.m., a flag-draped casket was placed outside the Hancock County Courthouse during the fourth Silent Watch to honor veterans — including U.S. Marine Gaven Smith, who died by suicide in November 2021 — while the event raises funds for free PTSD treatment through SGB.

PASS has partnered with Allen County Public Health to offer free lockable safes for guns and medicine to help keep households safe during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

A free Lethal Means Safety and Treatment Access Conference will be held on Oct. 16 at Mercy Health Graduate Medical Building to teach safe practices—experts, veterans and first responders will share advice.

Findlay Oilers vs. UIndy Greyhounds Football Game

12-4 p.m. — JC Donnell Memorial Stadium — Tickets $25-$27 — Come see the Findlay Oilers take on the University of Indianapolis Greyhounds in an exciting football matchup.

Hancock County Farmers’ Market

4-6 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Tokens accepted — Discover fresh local produce, flowers, and homemade goods in a vibrant community market.

Johnny Appleseed Days Festival

10 AM – 5 PM — Ghost Town Findlay — Details coming soon — Celebrate local culture with food, fun, and family activities.

Fire Safety Awareness

6-7 p.m. — Findlay-Hancock County Public Library — Free entry — Learn essential fire safety tips focusing on smoke detectors and escape planning for seniors and those with disabilities.

Hancock County Farmers' Market

4-6 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Discover local produce and artisan goods every Thursday afternoon in Downtown Findlay.

Live Music – The Tuesday Crowd

7-10 p.m. — FlightHouse — Free entry — Enjoy a night of Americana and Classic Rock as The Tuesday Crowd puts their unique spin on music hits through the decades.

University of Findlay Men’s Soccer Home Game

4 p.m. — DeHaven Soccer Complex — Check the schedule for additional matchups — Cheer on the Oilers as they compete against Kentucky Wesleyan.

Pokémon Mega Evolutions Prerelease Event

1 PM — Post Board Gaming — Entry fee applies — Experience the excitement of building decks with new Mega Evolution cards at this Pokémon Pre-Release event.

Oktoberfest Findlay

6 p.m. — 123 E Main Cross St, Findlay, OH — Free entry — Celebrate local German heritage with food, music, contests, and a variety of craft beers.

Halloween Express

9 AM – 5 PM — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — $5 adults, $10 children under 12 — Experience family-friendly fun with pumpkin train rides, games, and live entertainment at this fall festival.