Findlay
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Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Findlay Police Officer John Schimmoeller's funeral procession moved through Findlay Tuesday after a service at Gateway Church on County Road 9. Community members lined the route and the Findlay Fire Department saluted him — a heartfelt tribute to his 29 years of dedicated service. WFIN
- ➤ Liberty-Benton Local Schools will host a Homecoming Parade on Sunday, September 21 with food trucks on campus from 4:30 p.m., a lineup starting at 5:15 p.m. and entries due by 5:45 p.m. The parade will kick off at 6:00 p.m. along a route that heads north on County Road 9, turns west on State Route 12 and ends at the northwest access drive — local groups may join by signing up by Thursday, Sept. 18. WFIN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The state released the Ohio School Report Cards to show how schools perform—Findlay City Schools earned a 3.5-star rating that meets state standards after receiving 4 stars last year. The report cards give parents, caregivers, and educators key details to spot areas for improvement. WFIN
- ➤ Findlay City Schools celebrated third to fifth graders who earned a perfect score on the Ohio State Test yesterday—school officials commended the students' achievement. WFIN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At 7 a.m. today, volunteers placed a flag-draped casket in front of the Hancock County Courthouse to honor Marine Gaven Smith and raise awareness for veteran suicide prevention during Suicide Prevention Month—this fourth annual Silent Watch supports free SGB treatment for veterans with PTSD. Hometown Stations
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Christmas in October Craft Show
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Hancock County Fairgrounds — $6 entry (Early Bird $8) — Kick-off your holiday shopping with unique crafts, live music, and delightful food options.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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