It has been revealed that Google is the company behind a massive data center project in the Lima area. Read moreGoogle revealed as company behind $500 million data center project in Lima area
A building located on the corner of Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street has partially collapsed. Read moreStrong winds cause partial building collapse at Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street in Lima
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
Friday’s strong winds caused widespread power outages across the region. Read moreStrong winds cause widespread power outages across northwest Ohio
The truck driver charged in a deadly crash that killed a Lima father and son appeared in court today. Read moreTruck driver pleads not guilty in I-75 crash that killed Lima father and son
People of Lima and Allen county voiced their concerns about a drafter air permit for generators at a data center project. Read moreLima residents voice health concerns over proposed data center generators at Ohio EPA meeting
Severe thunderstorms caused widespread damage across parts of Shelby County Wednesday morning. Read moreStorms cause damage, overturn semi trucks in Shelby County
Several fire departments responded to a house fire outside of Columbus Grove Wednesday morning. Read moreMulti-alarm fire damages home in Putnam County
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
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose issued today the seventh election security directive of his administration, reinforcing physical and cybersecurity protections for Ohio’s critical elections infrastructure and warning that foreign cyber threats require constant vigilance. Read moreSecretary LaRose issues seventh election security directive to strengthen cyber defenses
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 16, 2026
The City of Lima is seeking to reopen a consent decree reached with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency following a settlement under the Clean Water Act in 2014. Read moreLima officials look to renegotiate Clean Water Act consent decree with EPA
Last Friday’s intense windstorm caused significant damage to trees and homes and also damaged a historic and beloved Shawnee symbol. Read moreHistoric Shawnee Middle School light tower damaged in windstorm
The Lima Exchange Club presented its annual “Accepting the Challenge of Excellence” (A.C.E.) awards to 14 Allen County high school seniors. Read moreLima Exchange Club presents A.C.E. awards to 14 local high school seniors
One organization has been providing much needed medical equipment to developing countries around the world for more than four decades. Read moreLima Rotary Club helps provide medical supplies abroad through MESA Project
It has been revealed that Google is the company behind a massive data center project in the Lima area. Read moreGoogle revealed as company behind $500 million data center project in Lima area
Republican candidate Heather Hill and her running mate, Stu Moats, say many Ohioans feel their voices are no longer being heard. Read moreHeather Hill campaigns for governor on mental health training, taxes and business growth
Students at Apollo Career Center learned about the risks and growing concerns of youth gambling through the “Stacked Deck” prevention program presented by Lima’s Prevention Awareness Support Services. Read moreTeens learn risks of gambling through “Stacked Deck” Program
The sound of laughter fills the gym at Spencerville Local Schools, and while one class of middle schoolers are having fun, they are also learning too. Read moreGrowing STEM: Charles River donation leads to opportunities at Spencerville Schools
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose issued today the seventh election security directive of his administration, reinforcing physical and cybersecurity protections for Ohio’s critical elections infrastructure and warning that foreign cyber threats require constant vigilance. Read moreSecretary LaRose issues seventh election security directive to strengthen cyber defenses
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 16, 2026
The City of Lima is seeking to reopen a consent decree reached with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Department of Justice and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency following a settlement under the Clean Water Act in 2014. Read moreLima officials look to renegotiate Clean Water Act consent decree with EPA
Last Friday’s intense windstorm caused significant damage to trees and homes and also damaged a historic and beloved Shawnee symbol. Read moreHistoric Shawnee Middle School light tower damaged in windstorm
The Lima Exchange Club presented its annual “Accepting the Challenge of Excellence” (A.C.E.) awards to 14 Allen County high school seniors. Read moreLima Exchange Club presents A.C.E. awards to 14 local high school seniors
Republican candidate Heather Hill and her running mate, Stu Moats, say many Ohioans feel their voices are no longer being heard. Read moreHeather Hill campaigns for governor on mental health training, taxes and business growth
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 16, 2026
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
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
