Governor Mike DeWine joined Delphos City Schools to celebrate new legislation providing $20 million for a middle school addition, replacing a century-old building and paving the way for construction beginning in 2027. Read moreDelphos City Schools host Gov. DeWine to celebrate funding for building project
A vacant home in Bath Township suffered $75,000 in damage after an early morning fire, with no injuries reported and the cause still under investigation. Read moreEarly morning fire causes $75k in damage to vacant Bath Township home
A police chase ended in a crash on Allentown Road this afternoon. Read moreHigh-speed police chase ends in crash on Allentown Road
A Toledo man was killed and a teenager critically injured after a crash involving a semi on U.S. 30 in Allen County Saturday morning. Read moreOne dead, teen seriously injured in Allen County crash on U.S. 30
More than 3,000 Lima-area customers could have power restored by 3 p.m. Saturday as AEP Ohio crews work to replace storm-damaged poles and lines. Read moreUpdate on power outage in American Township/Elida
Mercer and Auglaize County residents are picking up the pieces after severe weather impacted the region Thursday evening. Read moreSevere storm damage reported across Mercer and Auglaize Counties
Thousands of residents in the Lima and Elida area remain without power following Thursday night’s storm, with AEP Ohio expecting full restoration by 11 p.m. Friday. Read moreAEP Ohio working to restore power after storm hits Lima area
A Bath Township home sustained significant damage after a fire that started in the garage spread to the second floor, with unattended burning believed to be the cause. Read moreFire spreads from garage to home in Bath Township, unattended burning suspected cause
A portion of Interstate 75 northbound closed for several hours after a semi-trailer fire earlier this morning. Read moreUPDATE: I-75 northbound reopens after semi catches on fire
The Allen County Commissioner's Office held a hearing about the annexation of land from Marion Township to the city of Delphos. Read moreAnnexation hearing in Delphos draws community concerns over development
Multiple fire departments battled a residential house fire northeast of Continental along the Putnam and Henry County line Monday evening. Read moreGarage fire spreads to home along Putnam-Henry County Line; multiple crews respond
Students at Ohio State Lima participated in a unique event designed to raise awareness for the deaf community by eliminating spoken communication. Read more“Deaf Town” event at Ohio State Lima builds awareness through ASL
Vietnam veterans were honored in Ottawa during an annual AMVETS ceremony recognizing their service, sacrifice, and long-overdue appreciation from the community. Read morePutnam County honors Vietnam Veterans with annual ceremony
Ohio lawmakers are advancing a bill to create a commission that would study the benefits and concerns surrounding data center development, with the proposal now heading to the state Senate. Read moreLawmakers consider commission to examine data center growth in Ohio
Governor Mike DeWine joined Delphos City Schools to celebrate new legislation providing $20 million for a middle school addition, replacing a century-old building and paving the way for construction beginning in 2027. Read moreDelphos City Schools host Gov. DeWine to celebrate funding for building project
SPENCERVILLE, Ohio (WLIO) - After Charles River Laboratories made a $10,000 donation to Spencerville Schools, students have been able to participate in more STEM-relat… Read moreGrowing STEM: Spencerville middle schoolers explain STEM activities courtesy of Charles River
Lima Senior High School Tri-M Music Honor Society students performed for residents at local retirement communities as part of a service project. The performances provided entertainment for seniors while giving students valuable real-world musical experience. Read moreLima Senior Tri-M students bring music to local seniors
The Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce has announced 25 finalists across eight categories for its annual Small Business Awards. Winners will be revealed at a May 7 gala celebrating businesses and leaders making an impact in the Lima region. Read more25 finalists named for Lima Chamber Small Business Awards Gala
Students in Lima were recognized for applying Rotary’s 4-Way Test to real-world issues during the annual essay and speech contest. Winners addressed topics such as school dress codes, climate change, and youth involvement in decision-making. Read moreLima Rotary honors student winners of 4-Way Essay and Speech contest
A vacant home in Bath Township suffered $75,000 in damage after an early morning fire, with no injuries reported and the cause still under investigation. Read moreEarly morning fire causes $75k in damage to vacant Bath Township home
Multiple fire departments battled a residential house fire northeast of Continental along the Putnam and Henry County line Monday evening. Read moreGarage fire spreads to home along Putnam-Henry County Line; multiple crews respond
Students at Ohio State Lima participated in a unique event designed to raise awareness for the deaf community by eliminating spoken communication. Read more“Deaf Town” event at Ohio State Lima builds awareness through ASL
Vietnam veterans were honored in Ottawa during an annual AMVETS ceremony recognizing their service, sacrifice, and long-overdue appreciation from the community. Read morePutnam County honors Vietnam Veterans with annual ceremony
Ohio lawmakers are advancing a bill to create a commission that would study the benefits and concerns surrounding data center development, with the proposal now heading to the state Senate. Read moreLawmakers consider commission to examine data center growth in Ohio
The Lima Area Youth Orchestra held their annual Spring Finale concert today. Read moreLima Area Youth Orchestra celebrates season with Disney-themed Spring Finale
State grant funding will support improvements to the Grand Opera House in St. Marys and help a Van Wert County business expand and create jobs. Read moreState grants bring funding to St. Marys Theater and a Van Wert business
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 23, 2026
Authorities are investigating the death of a Van Wert man found in a wooded area in Delphos and are asking the public for information. Read moreInvestigation underway after man found dead in Delphos wooded area
A Findlay woman faces multiple charges, including murder, after a grand jury indictment in connection to a November shooting that left another woman dead. Read moreFindlay woman indicted on murder charges for November shooting death
A Chicago man was taken into custody after leading Ohio State Highway Patrol on a high-speed, multi-county chase on I-75 Saturday afternoon and was hospitalized for suicidal behavior. Read moreChicago man arrested after high-speed chase through three Ohio counties
A New York man was arrested in Mercer County after police say he attempted to access local bank accounts using stolen identities, with investigators warning additional suspects and charges may be possible. Read moreNew York Man arrested in Mercer County for alleged identity fraud scheme
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
