Families Pack Fostoria Elementary for Parent Lighthouse Team’s Annual Kiss Dance
The Fostoria Elementary Parent Lighthouse Team recently drew a crowd of more than 700 students and parents for its annual Kiss Dance, an evening of dinner, dancing, and family activities that many consider a highlight of the school year. Funded through the group’s ongoing fundraising efforts, the event underscored how community support helps create memorable experiences for children beyond the classroom. Throughout the night, a packed dance floor and plenty of laughter reflected the strong bond between families, staff, and Fostoria City Schools, aligning with the Parent Lighthouse Team’s mission to build a positive, connected school environment.
Trump Vows 10% Global Tariff by Executive Order After Supreme Court Defeat
President Donald Trump said Friday he will sign an executive order imposing a new 10% “global tariff” on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down his earlier use of emergency powers to levy broad “reciprocal” tariffs. The new measure, which Trump says will be applied on top of existing tariffs that remain in place, is framed by the administration as a way to quickly rebuild its trade barrier strategy within a different section of federal trade law. The move follows a major legal defeat in which the Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act could not be used as the basis for the sweeping tariffs Trump imposed in 2025.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Findlay School Pickup Lines
Dear Editor,
I’m not going to formally write an email because I unfortunately do not have time to do that.
I think you should write a story about the school pick up lines in Findlay ! It’s ridiculous how dangerous they are and how entitled the parents feel saying “just don’t go down that road at that time”
I made a Facebook posted in Nosey Neighbors of Findlay and it got a lot of people to comment about it & from what I’ve seen people have been complaining for years about Jefferson’s pick up taking up 3 roads and nothing has been done about it.
Maybe I’m just a Karen but stopping traffic on 3 roads is dangerous and I think parents should drive around the block or park at a near by establishment until dismissal. And if they are impeding the flow of traffic especially on a road like 6th street they should get a ticket.
-Findlay City Schools Parent
DEVELOPING STORY: Is an organized ‘Crackdown on Crime’ occurring in Fostoria & Tiffin, Ohio?
FOSTORIA appears to be in the middle of a quiet but determined push against crime, and you can hear it unfold every day over the scanner. This is a speculative article based on real happenings.
In recent months, local scanner traffic suggests Fostoria police have been especially active, running license plates and making frequent traffic stops on a daily/nightly basis. What might sound like routine patrol work increasingly looks like a focused enforcement strategy: use traffic stops and visible patrols to interrupt criminal activity, identify wanted individuals, and keep pressure on problem areas. Residents tuning in are hearing more of these stops, more quickly, and often in patterns that point to specific hot spots in the city.
This heightened activity seems to line up with wider efforts involving the METRICH Seneca County Drug Task Force, which has been working alongside local officers to target drug trafficking and related crime. When local patrol officers and a regional drug task force are both active, it usually signals that law enforcement is not just reacting to individual calls, but executing a coordinated plan to clean up streets, seize illegal drugs and weapons, and disrupt criminal networks.
For Fostoria, that can mean two important things. First, what I think is a likely crackdown on crime, particularly around drug-related offenses and the violence and property crime that often come with them. Second, it suggests the city benefits from engaged, proactive officers who are willing to put in the daily work—night after night of plate checks, traffic enforcement, and coordinated operations—to keep neighborhoods safer.
As scanner listeners continue to hear these patterns of activity, many will see them not only as evidence of stricter enforcement, but as a sign that Fostoria’s law enforcement leadership is taking public safety seriously and leveraging every available resource to protect the community.
FINDLAY | Clear majority on Facebook opposes Target opening in Findlay, Ohio
A recent online question asking whether Target is something people actually wanted in Findlay, Ohio, drew a strong and surprisingly lopsided response from the community. Many residents used the thread to vent frustration not only about Target itself, but also about the loss of the Findlay Village Mall and the broader shift toward big-box chains over traditional retail.
Clear majority opposed
Out of more than 120 individual comments captured in the discussion, roughly three out of four commenters openly said they did not want a Target in Findlay. By contrast, only about one in five clearly expressed support for the project or enthusiasm about having another shopping option in town, with a small remainder saying they were indifferent or felt it “doesn’t matter” because the store is already coming. Many of the “no” responses were emphatic single-word replies like “No,” “Nope,” “Not me,” or “Absolutely not,” repeated dozens of times throughout the thread.
Approximate breakdown of sentiment
| Sentiment toward Target in Findlay | Approximate share of comments | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Opposed / “did not want Target” | About 70–75% | Comments saying “no,” “nope,” “not me,” “boycott Target,” or otherwise rejecting the idea of Target in Findlay. |
| Supportive / wanted Target | About 20–25% | Comments saying “yes,” “I love Target,” “absolutely yes,” or welcoming more shopping options. |
| Neutral / it’s happening anyway | Small minority | Comments saying they were indifferent, would shop there if convenient, or that people can “just not shop there” if they don’t like it. |
(Figures are based on counts of clearly pro‑, anti‑, or neutral comments in the thread and are approximate rather than an official survey.)
What people said instead of Target
A dominant theme among those opposed was not simply “no Target,” but “we wanted something else.” The most frequently mentioned alternatives included:
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A Sam’s Club or Costco, repeatedly cited as a better fit for local shoppers.
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Keeping or revitalizing the mall, with many residents saying “the mall was just fine” and lamenting the loss of Elder‑Beerman, JCPenney, Sears, and smaller specialty shops.
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Entertainment or unique destinations, such as a Dave & Buster’s, convention center, or more nighttime venues and independent businesses.
Several commenters argued that Findlay is “big enough to support better” and that replacing the mall with yet another big-box retail store was a missed opportunity to diversify what the city offers.
Concerns beyond retail choice
For some residents, opposition to Target went beyond retail competition and nostalgia for the mall. A number of comments referenced national cultural or political controversies around Target, vowing to “boycott Target” or objecting to the company’s bathroom and social policies. Others complained that Target is “just another Walmart,” “overpriced,” or “a red Walmart,” questioning whether the store will provide anything substantially different from existing options on Tiffin Avenue.
A divided but resigned community
Despite the heavy skew toward “no,” there was also a vocal minority welcoming Target as “another choice” that might save them trips to other cities, especially for children’s clothing and certain brands. A few residents reminded others that the landowner and company ultimately decide, noting that a delegation of local leaders had once lobbied Target’s headquarters years ago when demand appeared higher.
That mix of frustration, nostalgia, and reluctant acceptance paints a picture of a community that largely did not ask for Target—but is now bracing to live with it, and deciding individually whether to step through the doors once they open.
Scammers Targeting Lost Pet Pages: What You Need to Know
On Facebook lost-and-found pet pages, most people are genuinely trying to reunite animals with their families. But a growing problem is scammers who monitor these groups, see posts about found dogs or cats, and falsely claim to be the owner so they can take the animal for themselves. They may be looking for a “free” pet, to resell the animal, or in the worst cases, for breeding or other exploitative purposes. This creates a serious risk both for the animal’s safety and for the real family desperately searching for their pet.
How the scam typically works
Scammers watch local lost-and-found pet pages and move quickly when they see a post about a found animal. They may:
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Message the finder immediately with a vague “That’s my dog!” or “We’ve been looking for her!” without offering any proof.
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Avoid answering detailed questions (like the pet’s name, medical conditions, or unique markings), instead pushing to meet up fast.
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Use emotional language (“My kids are heartbroken, please just bring him home”) to discourage the finder from asking for verification.
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Claim they “lost all their photos” or “don’t have access to old messages” if asked for proof of ownership, hoping the finder feels guilty for insisting.
Once the scammer convinces the finder, they meet, take the animal, and disappear. The real owner, who may be searching shelters and posting online, may never know someone else claimed their pet.
Why this is so dangerous
This behavior isn’t just dishonest; it has real-world consequences:
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Pets can end up in unsafe or unstable homes where their medical, emotional, or safety needs aren’t met.
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Some scammers may flip the animal for profit, using online marketplaces or “rehoming” fees.
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If the animal is unaltered, they may be used for breeding, contributing to overpopulation and potential neglect.
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The real owners lose their chance at reunion because someone else claimed their pet first.
Red flags to watch for as a finder
If you’ve found a dog or cat and posted about it, be cautious of would-be “owners” who:
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Cannot provide any clear, prior proof of ownership (photos, vet records, adoption papers, microchip info, etc.).
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Get angry, defensive, or pushy when asked for verification.
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Give generic answers to questions like “What’s their name?” or “How long have you had them?”
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Focus mainly on speed (“I can come right now, just tell me where you are”) instead of details about the pet.
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Refuse reasonable steps like a brief video call or meeting at a neutral public place.
How to verify true ownership
You can protect both the animal and the real family by making verification your default. Reasonable, trustworthy owners will understand. Consider:
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Asking for photos of the pet taken before it was lost, ideally from different dates/angles.
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Requesting identifying details you haven’t shared publicly (scar, spot, collar color, chipped ear, behavior quirks).
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Checking for a microchip at a vet’s office or shelter before releasing the animal.
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Asking for vet records or adoption paperwork if available.
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Meeting in a public place, and watching how the pet and person interact (does the animal seem familiar and comfortable?).
You can also limit the information in your initial post:
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Avoid sharing every unique identifying detail (keep one or two details private for verification).
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Consider posting slightly obscured photos (for example, not clearly showing a unique collar) and ask claimants to describe what’s not visible.
Tips for group admins and moderators
If you run or help manage a lost-and-found pet page, you can set expectations up front:
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Pin a post explaining verification steps and warning about impersonators.
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Encourage finders to confirm ownership before handing over any animal.
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Disallow posts or comments that pressure finders to “just hand over the dog” without proof.
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Remove or block users reported repeatedly for suspicious behavior.
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Remind members that protecting the animal and the true owner sometimes means saying “no” to someone who cannot provide proof.
What real owners can do to protect their pets
Owners can also make it easier to prove a pet is truly theirs if they ever go missing:
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Keep multiple photos of your pet over time, including close-ups of unique markings.
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Microchip your pet and keep the contact info current with the chip company.
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Save vet records and adoption paperwork in an easily accessible place.
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If your pet is lost, post in local groups quickly with enough detail to help, but keep a few identifiers private for verification.
Being cautious doesn’t mean being unkind—it means taking reasonable steps to ensure the right animal goes to the right home. By slowing down, asking for proof, and educating others in lost-and-found pet communities, you help prevent scammers from turning vulnerable, lost animals into targets.
