A Florida semi driver is facing multiple charges in Lima Municipal Court after a February 28 crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father and his 11-year-old son and seriously injured another driver. Read moreFlorida semi driver charged in fatal I-75 crash that killed father and son
A man charged in the 2022 killing of Timothy Hovanec in Auglaize County has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder. Read moreMan pleads guilty to charges from 2022 Auglaize County murder case
An electrical issue could be to blame for a house fire on the south side of Lima. Read moreElectrical dryer issue suspected in South Lima house fire
A Kenton man and his dog died in an early-morning apartment fire at Scioto Village Apartments, with the Ohio State Fire Marshal investigating the cause. Read moreKenton man and dog die in apartment fire Saturday morning
FINDLAY, Ohio (WLIO) -Â The Findlay police department says a hostage situation ended peacefully Thursday morning in the city. Sonny Flogga, 22, surrendered after about … Read moreMan arrested after Findlay apartment hostage standoff
Allen County Job and Family Services said an investigation found Owsley claimed she was living in Lima when she was actually living in Edon and was not eligible for the benefits. Read moreEdon woman avoids jail time after guilty plea in Allen County SNAP benefits case
The identity of the person killed last week in a rural Van Wert County house fire has been released. Read moreVan Wert County man killed in house fire identified
Demolition of the former Auglaize Acres building in Wapakoneta is set to begin in the coming weeks, clearing the way for a potential new senior living center funded in part by state Brownfield grants. Read moreDemolition to begin in a few weeks on former Auglaize Acres building in Wapakoneta
A fire at a Wapakoneta home late Sunday claimed the lives of two people inside. Firefighters were called to 409 Park Street, just south of downtown, at 10:13 p.m., for a report of a structure fire with three people possibly trapped inside. Read moreUPDATE: Names have been released of the men who died in Wapakoneta house fire
Two people are confirmed dead after a semitrailer and several vehicles were involved in a crash just after 8 p.m. on Interstate 75. Read moreUPDATE: Two dead in multi-vehicle crash on I-75 near Cridersville
Young people from across the region tested their spelling skills at The Lima News’ 2026 Regional Spelling Bee. Students ranging from fourth through eighth grade traveled from Allen County and several surrounding counties to compete for the title of top speller. Read moreRegional students compete at 2026 Lima News Spelling Bee
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities Superintendent Renee Kohler and Assistant Superintendent Melissa Ricker spoke about individuals with disabilities overcoming barriers and stigmas, as well as the emergence of more inclusive practices today. Read moreCenter for Peace and Reconciliation hosts talk with Allen County Board of DD on inclusion and disability awareness
In his final State of the State, Gov. DeWine called for A.I. accountability, stronger seatbelt laws, expanded school recess, and highlighted education policies including Science of Reading mandates and OhioSees vision care. Read moreDeWine prioritizes A.I. laws, seatbelt safety, and school fitness in final year
Ohio will launch a new public tool to track weekly school attendance while requiring districts to create policies aimed at reducing chronic absenteeism and helping students get to class. Read moreDeWine announces new tool to track student attendance across Ohio
Members of the FANS group gathered at Vibe Coffeehouse in Lima for a karaoke event celebrating friendship, inclusion and community. Read moreKaraoke day celebrates inclusion during Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
National Senior Nutrition Month is highlighting the growing issue of food insecurity among older adults, with millions of seniors lacking reliable access to healthy meals. Read moreArea Agency on Aging 3 promotes senior nutrition programs during the month of March
Allen County homeowners have until March 31 to challenge the value of their property listed with the county auditor’s office. Read moreAllen County property owners have until March 31 to challenge home values
A two-vehicle crash early Tuesday afternoon blocked traffic at a major intersection in Lima. Read moreTwo-vehicle crash blocks traffic at Jameson and Rice in Lima
The Ohio EPA visited the West Central Ohio Safety Council to explain environmental regulations and promote a free program that helps small businesses stay in compliance with hazardous waste and air pollution rules. Read moreOhio EPA shares compliance resources with small businesses at WCO Safety Council Meeting
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - March 9, 2026
Young people from across the region tested their spelling skills at The Lima News’ 2026 Regional Spelling Bee. Students ranging from fourth through eighth grade traveled from Allen County and several surrounding counties to compete for the title of top speller. Read moreRegional students compete at 2026 Lima News Spelling Bee
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities Superintendent Renee Kohler and Assistant Superintendent Melissa Ricker spoke about individuals with disabilities overcoming barriers and stigmas, as well as the emergence of more inclusive practices today. Read moreCenter for Peace and Reconciliation hosts talk with Allen County Board of DD on inclusion and disability awareness
In his final State of the State, Gov. DeWine called for A.I. accountability, stronger seatbelt laws, expanded school recess, and highlighted education policies including Science of Reading mandates and OhioSees vision care. Read moreDeWine prioritizes A.I. laws, seatbelt safety, and school fitness in final year
Ohio will launch a new public tool to track weekly school attendance while requiring districts to create policies aimed at reducing chronic absenteeism and helping students get to class. Read moreDeWine announces new tool to track student attendance across Ohio
Allen County homeowners have until March 31 to challenge the value of their property listed with the county auditor’s office. Read moreAllen County property owners have until March 31 to challenge home values
A two-vehicle crash early Tuesday afternoon blocked traffic at a major intersection in Lima. Read moreTwo-vehicle crash blocks traffic at Jameson and Rice in Lima
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - March 9, 2026
A Hancock County man has been charged for allegedly harassing and threatening two men and their families over several months. Read moreFindlay man charged with stalking, false information for allegedly harassing multiple people
A Florida semi driver is facing multiple charges in Lima Municipal Court after a February 28 crash on Interstate 75 that killed a father and his 11-year-old son and seriously injured another driver. Read moreFlorida semi driver charged in fatal I-75 crash that killed father and son
A man charged in the 2022 killing of Timothy Hovanec in Auglaize County has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder. Read moreMan pleads guilty to charges from 2022 Auglaize County murder case
A Lima man was sentenced to 16 to 21 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated robbery and felonious assault in connection with an October 2025 shooting that police say began as a drug deal. Read moreLima man sentenced to 16–21 years in 2025 shooting
Two people are in custody after a drug bust in Findlay early Thursday morning. Read moreTwo arrested, meth discovered in Findlay drug bust
