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It’s Friday, Findlay! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Crackdown on dangerous driving, the musical adventures of Flat Stanley Jr., mimosas, and manes & mic drops + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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đź“° In the news
Student-athletes give back locally: University of Findlay athletes recently honored cancer fighters with the annual Pink Game against Tiffin and guided Liberty-Benton kids at a winter soccer camp, raising $1,000 for community support — see how they gave back.
Crackdown on dangerous driving: After multiple recent highway crashes, Ohio State Highway Patrol has stepped up speed enforcement, including plane patrols over I-75 in Hancock County and I-280, as part of a six-state initiative — get all the details.
Proposed rules for 2026-27 seasons: Ohio Wildlife Council is considering hunting season changes, with comments open through April 1 and a hearing April 8. CWD surveillance could expand to Van Buren Township in Hancock County — get details on proposed updates.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Fresh inspiration, downtown: Findlay Art League rotates exhibits, offers hands-on classes for a quick creative reset, and stocks a gift shop of local artists’ pieces. With the Small Works show landing this week, it’s an easy stop to soak up color, refresh your day, and maybe take a little art home.
Backyard hangout, incoming: If your patio furniture needs a better stage, Preferred Fence & Deck, Inc.designs and installs decks and railings that handle real Ohio seasons. Clean lines, quality materials, and local know-how make weeknights easy porch sits…and weekends feel like a mini getaway.
Seafood night, sorted: When that seafood-boil craving hits, Li’s Seafood Boil is the easy local fix, serving fresh, no-fuss plates that satisfy without messing up your kitchen. Keep it on the shortlist for a midweek pick-me-up or an “I earned this” Friday night.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍕 First National Bank’s Pizza Pi Day & 25th Anniversary @ First National Bank | Friday (3/13) at 11:00 AM – Swing by First National’s Findlay-Tiffin Avenue branch for Pizza Pi Day and the bank’s 25th anniversary, because math is easier when it comes with carbs. Expect a Chamber ribbon cutting, pizza, pie, drinks, and games. It’s community vibes, zero sales pitch, and lunch bragging rights.
🌱 Native Seed Paper @ Oakwoods Nature Preserve | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Garden guilt creeping in? Head to Oakwoods Nature Preserve for a native seed paper make-and-take, learn which locals help birds, bees, and butterflies, and leave feeling usefully smug. Free, for ages 6 and up, no registration needed, plant at home, or gift to neighbors.
🎠The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr. @ Marathon Center for the Performing Arts | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Remember when only TVs were flat? Youtheatre’s grades 3-5 tackle The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley Jr., mailing one determined ten-year-old from Hollywood to Honolulu in song. Expect pint-sized bravado, proud-parent paparazzi, and a travelogue that beats scrolling, any day.
đź’° Treasure Hunt for a Cause Benefit Garage Sale @ Brinkman’s | Saturday (3/14) at 8:30 AM – Nothing beats scoring a deal that actually does good. Cruise the community-wide garage sale supporting Christian Clearing House, where every lamp, record, or mystery gadget funds food assistance, utilities, and housing stability for neighbors. Come for the bargains, leave with stories, and a cleaner conscience.
🥂 Mimosas, Manes & Mic Drops @ Alexandria’s | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether you can still hit the high notes or prefer strategic clapping, this sing-along brunch pairs mimosas with a worthy cause for Challenged Champions Equestrian Center. Brunch, inflatable mics, raffles, and a 50/50. Karaoke before noon counts as cardio, and every chorus funds another ride.
🔨 1101 Muirfield Dr. Estate Auction @ Private Residence | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Ready to upgrade your address and your hobbies in one go? On Muirfield in Hillcrest Estates, this on-site estate auction features a golf-course brick ranch, a baby grand, a restored Cushman scooter, tools, and a Ford Transit, so bring your poker face, and a truck.
🎤 Stand-Up, Stories, and a Song @ 50 North | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Hosted by Hancock Co. Parkinson’s Network, this one-man show blends stand-up, stories, and a song as playwright Matthew Moore shares his Parkinson’s journey with wit, heart, and no fluff. Forty minutes of sit-down comedy that informs, connects, and earns laughs. RSVP with the front desk.
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Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Findlay report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 51°F – Low: 29°F – Precip: 30%
A chance of rain showers before 7am, then a chance of snow showers between 7am and 8am, then a slight chance of rain showers between 8am and 10am. Partly sunny, with a high near 51. Southwest wind 26 to 36 mph, with gusts as high as 58 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 29. West wind 8 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 52 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 45°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 2%
Partly sunny, with a high near 45. West wind around 7 mph. Later: A chance of rain showers after 8pm. Cloudy, with a low around 38. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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