Findlay
Today
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Findlay FOP Lodge 20 Foundation received a $4,300 check from Ohio Logistics at the 13th annual WKXA/106.3 The Fox Charity Golf Scramble. Development Director Teresa White said the funds will go to the Cops and Kids Champion Fund to boost law enforcement’s positive interactions with youth—especially after the recent loss of Officer Schimmoeller. WFIN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ One Power Company reduced its workforce as it reorganized on County Road 215 just north of Findlay— a company statement confirmed it remains operational and is working with its lenders and creditors during the process. WFIN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Findlay will host Broadway performer Ali Ewoldt on September 21 at 7:30 p.m. at the Winebrenner TLB Auditorium—she will be accompanied by Grammy-nominated conductor Phil Reno. WFIN
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Findlay has announced a new 2+2 engineering pathway program in partnership with Ohio Northern University and Wright State University that lets students spend two years at Findlay before transferring to finish their engineering degrees (with options in civil, electrical or mechanical engineering) while advisors at both schools help guide them (for smoother credit transfer). University of Findlay
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ODOT data shows the dogbone roundabout at I-75/U.S. 68/SR 15/Lima Avenue reduced total crashes from 48 to 9 and injury crashes from eight to one—numbers that reflect an 86 percent and 91 percent drop. Cheri Newton said the structure improved intersection safety and congestion as officials tracked its performance. WFIN
- ➤ The City of Findlay partnered with Hancock County Commissioners and Stantec engineers to submit a FEMA Letter of Map Revision following Phase I benching of the Blanchard River to remove or reduce flood risk designations for hundreds of parcels. Once approved, property owners may see relief from flood insurance requirements and lower premiums as more mitigation improvements are planned—providing long-term safety benefits for the area. WFIN
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library now offers two new grief support books donated by the Hancock County ADAMHS Board to help residents cope with loss (Grief Recovery Handbook and Understanding Your Suicide Grief are available for checkout). Community members in distress are encouraged to call or text 988 for immediate help. WFIN
- ➤ Blanchard Valley Health System CEO Myron Lewis will speak at the 'Fridays at Findlay' event at the University of Findlay on Oct. 3—doors open at 7:30 a.m. for a breakfast buffet and his talk runs from 7:50 to 9 a.m. with UF President Katherine Fell leading a discussion and Q&A session. University of Findlay
- ➤ The Lima Memorial Foundation hosted its 25th Journey to the Max fundraiser at Apex Sports Zone in Elida and 500 people attended to help raise over $1 million for new medical equipment that will improve health care. The event celebrated 25 years of community support while ensuring Lima Memorial remains the only locally owned health system. Hometown Stations
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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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