Hancock Leadership to spruce up justice center

FINDLAY — The Hancock Leadership Class of 2025 announced its class project at the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce's Fresh Brewed Business last Tuesday — beautifying the area around the new Allan H. Davis Judicial Center on West Main Cross street in downtown Findlay. Hancock Leadership will be joined by the Hancock County commissioners, Hancock County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers and RCM Architects in facilitating the endeavor. "Some of the folks coming through (the justice center's) doors are experiencing the hardest moments of their lives and need support," said class project manager Wade Hiatt. "With this project they'll be able to walk out and at least stop and smell the roses." Hiatt added with the support of donors and volunteers, this year's leadership class will be able to transform the public space, improve sustainability and provide a welcoming atmosphere for all. Fundraising initiatives are now underway for the project on the Chamber's website, complete with donor tiers. Money raised will go to support materials, plants and other project-related costs. To donate, visit bit.ly/HLspon25. The title of the 2025 project is "Firmly Planted: Honoring the Roots, Resilience, and Growth of Hancock County." Amber Wolfrom, Leadership class of 2025 member, said, "We hope to honor the organizations within the walls of the new judicial center by creating a peaceful outdoor space. Roots, resilience, and growth are all words that lend to the mission of the justice system as well as the plants." The Hancock Leadership program is designed to develop and cultivate people with a passion to serve the community through a dynamic learning experience that encourages self-discovery, fosters relationships and inspires stewardship, a release from the Chamber of Commerce states. For questions about Hancock Leadership, a program of the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, email HancockLeadership@HancockCountyChamber.com.