Small town honors
Findlay is among the finest communities in the state, declared officially by Ohio Magazine in the publication’s November issue, which designated our city a 2013 "Best Hometown," an honor shared this year with only four other cities statewide. The laurels didn't come as a total surprise to City Council President John Urbanski. He’s 35-year resident who brags about the small-town vibe, excellent schools, low crime, thriving downtown area, multitude of family-oriented activities and friendly, helpful people. "The community supports itself very well. The people care about each other," Urbanski said. "I feel very strongly about our community." Ohio Magazine's associate editor, Ilona Westfall, is impressed, too. She likes the city's Victorian-style homes, community spirit and bustling business environment. "There's a lot going on," she enthused. "The downtown really kind of clinched it." The Hancock County Convention and Visitors Bureau will host a future public event to accept a commemoration from the magazine’s representatives. CVB Director Angela Crist said event details will be forthcoming. To read more, visit ohiomagazine.com. —DC
