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Hey Findlay, hope your week’s off to a good start! Gold and silver surge, a police chief’s retirement, a chunky blanket workshop, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Behavioral health demand outpaces workforce: Health Policy Institute of Ohio study finds 75 of 88 counties lack mental health providers. Hancock County, including Findlay, is among the few exceptions, while youth services remain limited statewide — see which counties are exceptions.
Support for healing and stability: On January 21, 2026, the Sheriff’s Office highlighted nonprofits helping Hancock County neighbors, including City Mission of Findlay’s emergency shelter, NAMI programs, and The Recovery Center’s youth services and recovery housing — see what services are offered.
Awards, training, and legacy: Findlay Police Chief James Mathias will retire later in 2026, capping 36 years in law enforcement after leading body camera adoption and traffic safety efforts, with transition details to come — see his career highlights.
Broader reach, better service: Pilot has expanded with a new Findlay location, another in Texas, and 10 dealer locations, aiming to deliver more consistent experiences and stronger electric vehicle support across its network — get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade.
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.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
Growing a place for wonder: The Children’s Museum of Findlay is moving and working to reopen at a new site off County Road 99. The Support the Move, Expand the Minds campaign is seeking help with moving and renovation costs, aiming to raise about 10 percent of the overall goal. Learn how you can help.
Your neighbors are Googling you: It’s uncomfortable but true — employers, new friends, even other parents at school pickup search names all the time. If something negative, outdated, or misleading shows up first, it can shape opinions before you ever meet. BetterReputation helps push down unwanted search results so your first impression actually reflects who you are today. And if it’s someone you care about, you can help them too.
Award honors city sustainability: Findlay won first place in the small city category and $150,000 for its Urban Prairie Pilot Project. The effort will turn five acres along the Blanchard River into native prairie with trails and education features, improving stormwater, reducing erosion, boosting biodiversity, and lowering maintenance costs. Learn more about the award.
Gold is having a moment: Between inflation headlines, market swings, and growing global uncertainty, precious metals are (again) in the spotlight. American Hartford is currently offering up to $25,000 in free silver when you open a qualified account. They’ll also help you set up a penalty-free gold IRA with a lowest price guarantee, no buyback fees, and 7-day price protection.
Fix it, play it: Instrument Care Center, Findlay’s school music specialists, handles repairs, rentals, and the accessories you forget, like reeds, valve oil, and shoulder rests, so practice never stalls. Friendly pros who play, fix, and know what works for students and weekend warriors alike.
A second opinion never hurts: Not every financial advisor is the right fit, and it’s okay to explore your options. Unbiased matches you with an advisor based on your personal situation, giving you a chance to ask questions in a free, no-pressure conversation to see if the fit makes sense. No obligation — just helpful advice.
Cozy slurp season: When the day calls for a rich bowl and zero fuss, Nara Ramen comes through with deep, savory broths, springy noodles, and bubble tea if you’re feeling extra. It’s a weeknight reset that warms you up and slows everything down, in the best way.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
✂ Quilt Fabric Sale @ BANKquet Hall | Tuesday (2/10) at 10:00 AM – If your stash is looking thin, hit the quilt fabric sale. Half-yard cuts are 2 for $5, or $3 each, at the Space on the 2nd floor of the BANKquet Hall, 125 S. Main. Weather permitting, because around here if schools close, fun does too.
🍽 Community Dinner | Tuesday (2/10) at 6:00 PM – Dinner with the neighborhood means you can skip cooking and still feel virtuous. Expect familiar faces, real conversation, and that small-town we all live here vibe. Everyone’s welcome, so bring your appetite, your best stories, and pretend you only meant to stay an hour.
🚗 Tortillas and Tires @ Cancun Mexican Restaurant Findlay | Wednesday (2/11) at 5:00 PM – Midweek slump calls for tacos and tire talk, so the Jeep crowd is rolling into Cancun Mexican Restaurant for Tortillas and Tires. Expect hearty plates, parking lot show-and-tell, and plenty of Jeep lore, with less mud, more salsa. Bring your rig, or your appetite.
This weekend
📅 Second Saturday @ E. Main Cross St., Findlay, OH, United States, Ohio 45840 | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether your errand list rivals Main Street or you just want a latte, Second Saturday is your excuse. Pop into locally owned spots, grab a gift, a pint, or just a thank you, and keep Findlay and Hancock County humming. Check hours first.
🧶 Chunky Blanket Hand Knit @ Beyond Laser Creations | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Trade doomscrolling for soft yarn at a hand-knit blanket workshop, no needles, no experience. In a couple hours, seven skeins become a cozy throw with guided help, and you leave with warm hands, smug satisfaction, and your pick of colors if you show up early.
💃 Mini Sweethearts Dance @ Findlay-Hancock County Public Library | Saturday (2/14) at 10:00 AM – Break out the tiny bow ties and head to this sweet drop-in dance, a morning of wobbly steps and themed activities for ages 0 to 3 with their favorite grownups. Dress fancy or come as you are, no drop-offs, you’re the date.
📚 Books & Brunch: A Galentine’s Party @ Mon Coeur Bakery | Saturday (2/14) at 11:00 AM – Galentine’s brunch at Mon Couer Bakery for the bookish among us. Build a mini bookshelf to take home, raid the brunch bar, then do a romance blind-date book swap with clues, not titles. Low drama, high carbs, and limited spots.
Live music & entertainment:
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📻 Findlay report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 39°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 39. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. West wind around 14 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 31°F – Low: 22°F – Precip: 6%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 31. Northwest wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22.
This house is wild
This 4-bed, 3-bath home delivers generous living with a large living room, a cozy family room warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, and both a formal dining room and eat-in kitchen for effortless gatherings. An expansive basement suits recreation, gym, or storage. The fully fenced backyard invites play and pets. Agent owned. Sale contingent on seller’s new home completion in March.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we genuinely think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week:
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