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Wednesday, December 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Findlay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Putnam County Habitat for Humanity will dedicate its 17th home at 133 West Fourth Street, Ottawa, on Monday, Dec. 15. The open house from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. will offer tours that showcase the fine craftsmanship by local volunteers & industry while noting limited street parking.  WFIN
  • Scarlett Emmons, a 9-year-old local hero, saved her grandmother’s life when she noticed unresponsiveness during a sleepover and quickly called her mom who then dialed 911 (her grandmother is now receiving care at the hospital).  WFIN
  • Findlay YMCA has launched its first toy drive to collect new or gently used, unwrapped toys until Friday, Dec. 12 + it plans to give toys away on Dec. 19 at the Downtown Branch’s West Pool Lounge from 9-11 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. for adults only.  WFIN

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Sheetz announced that progress continues on its $169 million distribution facility in Findlay, which is on schedule to open in fall 2026. The project will support food preparation and distribution while creating immediate Department Manager positions as part of over 700+ jobs expected in the next five years.  WFIN

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Hancock Historical Museum is hosting the Historic Homes Tour: Holiday Edition this weekend. This event includes a Yuletide Preview (Saturday, Dec. 13, 6–10 p.m.) and a public tour (Sunday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.) of six decorated historic homes.  WFIN

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Findlay City Schools show choirs Findlay First Edition and Voices in Perfection are touring elementary and middle schools this holiday season, performing lively music and energizing students (to imagine future participation).  WFIN
  • Senior Health Science students at Apollo Career Center practiced phlebotomy on Tuesday in Shawnee Twp when they worked on friends + family volunteers ahead of graduation, gaining vital skills for immediate work in a growing health care field.  Hometown Stations
  • United Way of Hancock County invites graduating seniors with a 3.5 GPA to apply for the Secor Scholarship offering up to $8,000 toward college tuition; applications must be submitted online by midnight on Jan. 19 and selections will be made in March.  WFIN

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Findlay is sharing employee experiences about its work culture and career opportunities to attract new talent. Interested job seekers can visit the city's website + job board for more details.  WFIN

EVENTS

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  • North Pole Express

    5:30-9 p.m. — Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation and Riverside Train — Check online for ticket prices — Enjoy a magical ride on quarter scale trains through a winter wonderland of sparkling lights.

    Fri, 12/12/25

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  • Findlay String Factor Concert

    5-6 p.m. — 50 North — Registration required — Enjoy homemade cookies and hot cocoa while listening to the talented Findlay String Factor ensemble.

    Mon, 12/15/25

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  • Mina and the Nutcracker

    1:00 – 2:30 PM — Marathon Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a live performance of the beloved holiday classic.

    Sat, 12/20/25

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  • New Year's Eve Celebration

    8 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. — Hancock Hotel — $50 per person — Celebrate the New Year with live music, great food, and a champagne toast at midnight.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Most people will choose unhappiness over uncertainty.

~ Tim Ferriss

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