Lima City Schools completed a full-scale emergency drill on Wednesday. Read moreLima City Schools test lockdown procedures in districtwide emergency drill
Shawnee Township trustees approved an 18-month moratorium on data centers and energy projects while nearby Findlay considers a similar pause to address regulatory concerns. Read moreShawnee Township approves 18-month moratorium on data centers, energy projects
A Lima man accused of injuring a police officer in a shootout is asking a judge to remove the county prosecutor over an alleged conflict of interest tied to her husband’s role in the police department. Read moreMotion Filed to remove Allen County Prosecutor in officer-involved shooting case
 A Roundhead man was sentenced to nine and a half years in federal prison after pleading guilty to receiving and distributing child pornography. Read moreA Roundhead man sentenced to federal prison on child pornography charges
Shawnee Local Schools briefly entered a soft lockdown after an anonymous swatting call, but authorities found no credible threat and classes resumed normally. Read moreSoft lockdown issued at Shawnee Schools following anonymous threat
A late-night crash on I-75 in Auglaize County involving an impaired driver left one man critically injured and shut down northbound traffic for more than three hours. Read moreTwo injured in late-night I-75 crash near Wapakoneta
A busy morning for Lima firefighters after a vacant house on the city's northeast side went up in flames. Read moreInvestigation underway early morning blaze levels northeast Lima house
Allen County Commissioners are reviewing a petition to annex about nine acres of land into the city of Delphos, evaluating it against state requirements. A final decision is expected by April 23, with officials noting that any future land-use changes would be handled separately. Read moreAllen County Commissioners review Delphos annexation petition
There was a large police presence on the northwest side of the city this afternoon.  Read moreUPDATE: Lima Police release details after domestic violence call on Grand Avenue
The Lima Police Department received a $10,000 grant from Enbridge Gas to purchase MARCS radios and in-car printers, improving communication with emergency responders. Officials say the upgraded technology will enhance safety for officers and the community. Read moreEnbridge Gas grant helps Lima Police upgrade emergency communication equipment
Downtown Lima Inc.’s “Game Show Extravaganza” drew large crowds into the Lima Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center. Read more“Game Show Extravaganza” brings fun, prizes and community spirit to Lima
The Silver Birch Foundation is hosting its annual dinner and auction Thursday night to raise funds and continue its mission. Read moreSilver Birch Foundation dinner raises funds to support elder abuse victims
Ohio State Lima participated in the university’s “Out of the Darkness Campus Walk” to raise awareness about suicide prevention efforts. Read moreCampus walk at Ohio State Lima promotes mental health support and stigma reduction
Lima firefighters battled a two-alarm residential fire during the early morning hours on Thursday. Read moreTwo-Alarm fire damages Lima home, no injuries reported
Two people were taken to the hospital after a car crashed into a home just southwest of Cridersville on Thursday. Read moreTwo injured after car crashes into home near Cridersville
Teaching kids about money usually happens in high school, but for some, it can be for kids as young as 9-years-old. Read moreDerry Glenn promotes youth financial literacy by opening bank accounts for kids
Lima Memorial hosted their Ovation event tonight. Read moreLima Memorial honors donors and celebrates CEO Mike Swick at Ovation event
Fourth graders across Lima City Schools got a taste of life on the farm. Read moreLima fourth graders explore agriculture at Farm Day
State lawmakers are taking a closer look at Ohio’s role in supporting the military and defense industry. Read moreOhio lawmakers tour Lima tank plant, push for military growth
Mercy Health–St. Rita’s is thanking the volunteers who give their time to help others. Read moreMercy Health–St. Rita’s honors volunteers at annual appreciation luncheon
Downtown Lima Inc.’s “Game Show Extravaganza” drew large crowds into the Lima Veterans Memorial Civic and Convention Center. Read more“Game Show Extravaganza” brings fun, prizes and community spirit to Lima
The Silver Birch Foundation is hosting its annual dinner and auction Thursday night to raise funds and continue its mission. Read moreSilver Birch Foundation dinner raises funds to support elder abuse victims
Ohio State Lima participated in the university’s “Out of the Darkness Campus Walk” to raise awareness about suicide prevention efforts. Read moreCampus walk at Ohio State Lima promotes mental health support and stigma reduction
Lima firefighters battled a two-alarm residential fire during the early morning hours on Thursday. Read moreTwo-Alarm fire damages Lima home, no injuries reported
Two people were taken to the hospital after a car crashed into a home just southwest of Cridersville on Thursday. Read moreTwo injured after car crashes into home near Cridersville
Teaching kids about money usually happens in high school, but for some, it can be for kids as young as 9-years-old. Read moreDerry Glenn promotes youth financial literacy by opening bank accounts for kids
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 - April 14, 2026
A Lima man accused of injuring a police officer in a shootout is asking a judge to remove the county prosecutor over an alleged conflict of interest tied to her husband’s role in the police department. Read moreMotion Filed to remove Allen County Prosecutor in officer-involved shooting case
 A Roundhead man was sentenced to nine and a half years in federal prison after pleading guilty to receiving and distributing child pornography. Read moreA Roundhead man sentenced to federal prison on child pornography charges
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 - April 7, 2026
A judge has approved DNA testing of key evidence in the 1982 murder of Betty Jane Mottinger, reopening questions in the decades-old conviction of John Spirko. Read moreJudge orders DNA testing in 1982 Van Wert County murder case
A man is in custody after leading Hardin County deputies on a chase, displaying a handgun, and later surrendering following a call to 911. Read moreMan in custody following pursuit and field standoff in Hardin County
