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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation announced a new Affiliate Program that offers three paths—Nonprofit Affiliate, Committee Directed Affiliate, and School Foundation Affiliate—to support local nonprofits, school foundations, and community groups with administrative tasks and unified giving. Applications open November 1 and groups can also join an Organizational Strengthening Program to boost development and fundraising efforts. WFIN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce will host its 2025 Small Business Awards on October 9 at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts—doors open at 3 and the ceremony starts at 4. WFIN
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Findlay’s Lea Gallery is showing Spacewalkers—an exhibition by Stephanie Rond that challenges ideas of space and identity—and will continue until October 31; a public reception is scheduled for October 22 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This ongoing display invites local visitors to explore contemporary art in a fresh light. University of Findlay
- ➤ The Mazza Museum at the University of Findlay will unveil A Storm of Horses: The Art of Ruth Sanderson exhibit on October 9—artist Ruth Sanderson will present her equine-themed work from 6 to 7 p.m., and visitors can enjoy book sales and autographs. The event is part of Homecoming and includes a campus visit featuring UF’s equestrian program. WFIN
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Findlay City Schools' Transportation Team earned the Team Spirit Award at the Ohio School Bus Safety Road-e-o regional competition on Saturday+ Lora Click and Steven Handler will compete at the state level on October 18th. WFIN
- ➤ Bun-Bun—a 10-month-old certified therapy bunny—has quickly become a favorite visitor at University of Findlay as he eases stress for physical therapy students during Mind and Matter sessions. Associate professor Nicole Schroeder brings him to campus for these sessions and early feedback shows his visits help reduce anxiety. University of Findlay
- ➤ The University of Findlay will host Homecoming and Family Weekend from Oct. 9 to Oct. 12, inviting alumni, friends & families to join in a range of events including a bonfire bash, art exhibit, and football game. Some events will have free admission while others require registration to enjoy reunions, sports, and cultural activities that showcase local traditions. WFIN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Mike DeWine and the Department of Public Safety launched Roadready Ohio, a free app that helps teen drivers and their supervising adults track fifty hours of practice and review real-time scores on braking, speed, turning, and acceleration (aimed at improving teen driving safety). A new state law now requires drivers aged 18 to 20 to complete the same practice as younger drivers. Hometown Stations
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Fire Prevention Week, the Findlay Fire Department urges residents to test their smoke detectors monthly and replace ones that are ten years or older (working detectors save lives). WFIN
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The World in Motion Performance
10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information available — Experience toe-tapping music and hair-raising science with Mister C as part of the STEAM Spark Series.
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Findlay Oilers vs. Hillsdale College Chargers Football Game
2-6 p.m. — JC Donnell Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling college football matchup between the Findlay Oilers and the Hillsdale College Chargers.
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Live Music with Ryan Parker
7-10 p.m. — FlightHouse — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with local talent Ryan Parker performing solo and with Violet Vinyl.
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Tricks, Treats & Tails
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Findlay Brewing Company — $30 pre-registration, $35 day of — Celebrate Halloween with your furry friends at this dog costume contest and trick-or-treat event.
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Pumpkin Train 2025
1-5 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — $3 adults, $2 children — Enjoy a scenic train ride to the pumpkin patch and pick your perfect pumpkin.
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