News Briefs D.C. trip delayed
A trip to Washington, D.C. that Findlay and Ottawa officials were planning to make this week has been postponed because of the inclement weather.
Findlay Mayor Pete Sehnert said officials have rescheduled the trip for Feb. 23 to meet with a lobbying group and congressional representatives regarding federal spending on flood control projects.
Fostoria requires clearing sidewalks
FOSTORIA -- Fostoria residents are responsible for removing snow and ice from sidewalks within 12 hours of a storm, according to police Capt. Patrick Brooks.
The city code covers residential owners or tenants, and business owners of properties which abut a sidewalk.
An offense is a minor misdemeanor, with a fine of up to $100. Each day constitutes a separate offense.
Library in Forest reschedules event
FOREST -- Because of the expected inclement weather, the Forest-Jackson Public Library has rescheduled its Valentine luncheon planned for Thursday to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18.
Reservations are required. Anyone with questions can call the library at 419-273-2400.
Disc golf tourney set for Saturday
The Ray Heverling Charity Ice Bowl Tournament has been rescheduled for 1 p.m. Saturday at Riverbend Recreation Area, off Ohio 568 east of Findlay.
Registration begins at noon.
The tournament was canceled last Saturday because of a snowstorm.
The Disc Golf Community Association, in cooperation with the Hancock Park District, sponsors the event. Proceeds go to the Family Center of Findlay-Hancock County.
For more information contact Nathan Buck at p_nate@thecatalystcc.com or 419-306-7405. Entry fee is $20. Additional donations are accepted.
Housing Authority meeting postponed
Because of an expected winter storm this week, the Hancock Metropolitan Housing Authority has canceled its regular board meeting scheduled for Thursday. It will be held at 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18 at the Family Center.
Fostoria library to close Monday
FOSTORIA -- Kaubisch Memorial Public Library will be closed Monday, Feb. 15, in observance of Presidents Day.
Crime Of The Week
Findlay/Hancock County Crime Stoppers is looking for information about a break-in at the Arlington Pharmacy, 200 Main St., at 12:51 a.m. Dec. 28.
A glass pane in the front door of the business was shattered, and entry was made. Once inside, the perpetrators took prescription medications and fled on foot.
Two white males were seen running from the business. The males were possibly in their late teens to early 20s, and possibly entered a vehicle.
People with information about this or any other crime that would lead to an arrest or indictment will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
Crime Stoppers can be called weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 419-425-TIPS or 419-425-8477. Callers can remain anonymous.
The Web site is www.hancockcrimestoppers.org.
11 Comments (2 pages)
Latest comments listed first.African-American residents were greeted with skepticism makes the response to Obama less surprising.
This is exactly the kind of mentality that Republican scare tactics and swift-boating have targeted since Richard Nixon's time. And it is also proof that we can't wait for everyone to change their thinking in order for progress to ensue.
Eli Saslow's article could easily have been about any one of the big cities like Detroit, Chicago, Los Angeles or any another small town in America. Word of mouth is "THE" way of life, in America.
Remember back to the 7th grade and playing "operator" by the time the message got to the end it was distorted. Mr. Saslow, (and I use that word loosely) must have been at the end of the phone line. Not much truth and a distorted sound from what was really said.
Front Porch discussions are something that we have in Small Town America. Not all of them are factual, in fact most are not. Is that any different than the current candidates running for office.
I suggest that if Jim Peterman had the spin doctors that Barrack Obama has, he would be the candidate for President, and not Mr. Obama. I find it a sad statement on today's society when someone has a discussion and their words are often twisted.
Much like this article was to be about "Flag City U.S.A." and turned into a bad smear job.
Interesting that what started out as a Salute to American values has been twisted into an Obama campaign tool.
Interesting how the article mirrors Mr. Obama's campaign strategies, preach change and understanding but provide no substance or plan.
Wonder why when small town America speaks out about what has been said, it is with apprehension.
I pray that the "Hit Job" is not on America, and we wake up to what is in front of us. America is taking this hit not Findlay. Stay true to our beliefs, find out the facts, and speak only the truth.
God Bless the USA and all of its small towns that have made America great.
Vote for the American values that have made this country great. Protect, Honor, and Serve sounds like my kind of candidate and my kind of neighbor.
I saw Obama's "Christian" preacher and it is the closest ideology and hate one could get next to the Nation of Islam. There is nothing Christian about Obama's "church." People were not born yesterday. We know racism when we see it. We know Marxist anti-Americanism when we see it. I am not voting for any racist - no matter his color.
And white voters - stop talking to Obama's media representatives. They are only trying to smear and manipulate you.
What I would love to see is Obama coming to town with his flag pin on and his birth certificate in pocket walking into the homes of the people listed in the article, meeting with their neighbors. I would laugh!
I think that would make a world of difference.
Then I think he should go to a church for mass (I'm Catholic) with his whole family. I would love to see that too!!!!!!
It would make it a little harder for those idiots who believe their friends who don't even read. They would rather spread rumors.
I wish Barack Obama would come to Findlay, I would give him a big hug and kiss on the cheek. I would also say God Bless you and help you to be the best President we've had in the last century.
Stella
Next, you have to consider The Washington Post. Is is just another liberal left-wing rag that is so prevalent today? Also, remember, this article is just one person's opinion. So, think for yourself and get the facts. Personally, the thought of Obama as president scares the socks off of me. The next election is the most important one in our lifetimes - the outcome will either make or break America. Let's don't throw away what our valiant service men and women have given their lives for on foreign battlefields.
J.D.Brandt
Rocky River, OH