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
A Lima Central Catholic student is recognized with the 2026 Lee Volunteer Award for her extensive community service and commitment to helping others. Read moreLima teen shows her servants heart through her acts of giving back
One thing every child needs to thrive in school is food, and a state-wide business hosted a meeting to make sure food is available to every child in Lima City. Read moreChildren's Hunger Alliance works with Lima leaders to fight childhood hunger
Lima City Schools holding a once in a lifetime concert tonight. Read moreLima City Schools unite 500+ students for patriotic concert celebrating America's 250th anniversary
The Allen Economic Development Group hosted a workshop Wednesday to help local employers navigate Ohio’s TechCred program. Read moreAEDG workshop helps employers navigate Ohio TechCred program
Elida High School’s Future Farmers of America chapter hosted a blood drive Wednesday. Read moreElida FFA hosts school blood drive, encourages student donors
Lima City Schools completed a full-scale emergency drill on Wednesday. Read moreLima City Schools test lockdown procedures in districtwide emergency drill
The West Ohio Food Bank is asking residents to support its “Spark Change” campaign, running through May 3 at Walmart and Sam’s Club. Donations made through checkout options and online giving will help provide food to families in need across the region. Read more“Spark Change” campaign supports local hunger relief efforts through May 3
Lima officials are continuing the SNAP program, offering vouchers to help residents spay and neuter their pets and reduce overpopulation. The program has issued 221 vouchers so far and remains in high demand, with funding distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Read moreCity of Lima continues spay and neuter assistance for pet owners
Mercy Health St. Rita’s Medical Center is hosting an e-waste recycling event for the community on Earth Day, April 22. Residents can drop off select electronics at the hospital’s loading dock from 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with some restrictions on accepted items. Read moreMercy Health St. Rita’s to host Earth Day e-waste recycling event
Lima City Schools made preschool and kindergarten registration easy for parents by making the open house a one-stop-shop. Read moreLima City Schools simplifies preschool and kindergarten registration with one-stop open house
A Lima Central Catholic student is recognized with the 2026 Lee Volunteer Award for her extensive community service and commitment to helping others. Read moreLima teen shows her servants heart through her acts of giving back
One thing every child needs to thrive in school is food, and a state-wide business hosted a meeting to make sure food is available to every child in Lima City. Read moreChildren's Hunger Alliance works with Lima leaders to fight childhood hunger
Lima City Schools holding a once in a lifetime concert tonight. Read moreLima City Schools unite 500+ students for patriotic concert celebrating America's 250th anniversary
The Allen Economic Development Group hosted a workshop Wednesday to help local employers navigate Ohio’s TechCred program. Read moreAEDG workshop helps employers navigate Ohio TechCred program
Elida High School’s Future Farmers of America chapter hosted a blood drive Wednesday. Read moreElida FFA hosts school blood drive, encourages student donors
Lima City Schools made preschool and kindergarten registration easy for parents by making the open house a one-stop-shop. Read moreLima City Schools simplifies preschool and kindergarten registration with one-stop open house
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
