News Progress

•July 15, 2026•

by Jamie Crosier

The message appears on the cover of this year’s Findlay Walleye Festival booklet: “Grow Where You’re Planted.” Inside, that theme carries through nearly every page as organizers recognize local farming families, honor longtime volunteers and invite the community to celebrate the festival’s 38th year July 24-25. 

The cover describes farmers as “the backbone of our nation,” while a letter from the Walleye Festival Board thanks generations of farming families for helping feed America and recognizes the role they have played in building the Findlay community. 

•July 15, 2026•

by DM Williamee

In a fast-paced world that often causes many to feel disconnected, acts of kindness remain a powerful way to combat much of what ails us all. Whether it’s lending a helping hand, sharing a smile, listening when another is struggling, or even simply staying silent, acts of kindness can soften difficult moments and benefit lives. The saying that “We are all in the same boat” is now too often met with a sardonic, “Sure, some just have bigger boats than others, right?” I think most of us have been guilty of being impatient, short-tempered, and brusque with others. We are only human after all, but what if we could do better?

by Sharon Barricklow

A new dump truck and continued work on city park facilities were among the approvals made Thursday night at a special city council meeting.

The council moved the meeting  from their usual second Monday to Thursday to accommodate council members’ schedules. On the agenda were several approvals for Open Spaces Land Acquisition grant money to be used for improvements at the city parks including baseball diamonds.

•July 15, 2026•

The Moultrie‑Douglas 4‑H program invites the public to attend a full week of exciting 4‑H Fair events celebrating the achievements, talents, and hard work of local youth. Community members of all ages are encouraged to come out, enjoy the activities, and support 4‑H members throughout the week.