Two drivers suffered serious injuries after a Monday morning crash at the intersection of Plattner Pike and state Route 219 in Auglaize County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreTwo seriously injured in Auglaize County crash near St. Marys
Multiple fire crews responding to a house in flames on Saturday evening. Read moreMultiple fire crews battle house fire in Lima
The "National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice" raised money for children's education during its 19th annual Bonita L. Haynes Memorial Golf Scramble. Read moreNABCJ hosts 19th annual Bonita L. Haynes Memorial Golf Scramble
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton met with local farmers near New Knoxville to discuss agricultural profitability, rural health care and other issues while also responding to political attack ads ahead of Ohio's Nov. 5 election. Read moreDemocratic Gubernatorial Candidate Amy Acton meets with area farmers in Auglaize County
A 19-year-old Michigan man was arrested after a police chase down I-75 Thursday morning. Read moreMichigan man arrested after 115 MPH chase on I-75
A Hardin County grand jury has indicted a 29-year-old Kenton man on 48 sex-related charges involving a victim who was allegedly under the age of 15 when the offenses began. Read moreHardin County man indicted on nearly 50 sex-related charges involving minor
A 60-year-old Maplewood man was seriously injured after his motorcycle left the roadway and crashed Thursday night on County Road 34 in Logan County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreMaplewood man seriously injured in Logan County motorcycle crash
Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution has opened the state's final prison job center, giving inmates access to employment resources aimed at reducing recidivism and improving their chances of successful reentry into the workforce. Read moreAllen Oakwood Correctional Institution opens job center to prepare inmates for reentry
A two-vehicle crash in Allen County on Tuesday afternoon left a Lima woman with life-threatening injuries, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreLima woman seriously injured in Allen County two-vehicle crash
The Lima Police Department is preparing to launch its Drone First Responder program after installing two drone pods that integrate with the department's CAD system. The technology will provide officers and dispatchers with live aerial video during emergency calls, helping improve situational awareness and response times. Read moreNew drone pods give Lima Police real-time aerial view of emergencies
Former NBA player Wesley Fluellen Sr. encouraged Lima students to focus on strong fundamentals and mental wellness during a Youth Connect 4 Mental Health seminar before delivering the keynote address at the organization's scholarship banquet. Read moreFormer NBA Player Lima area students to build strong fundamentals for life
Layne's Chicken Fingers will open its new Lima restaurant on Aug. 15, marking the chain's second location in Ohio and its first in northwest Ohio. The Texas-based restaurant has hired 54 local employees as it prepares to serve customers along Cable Road. Read moreLayne's Chicken Fingers to open first northwest Ohio location in Lima
Registration remains open for the 42nd annual Lima Family YMCA Kewpee Triathlon and Duathlon, which takes place Sunday with events for athletes of all ages. Competitors can register online through Wednesday or in person on race morning, and children can participate in a free 1K fun run following the races. Read moreRegistration still open for 42nd annual Lima Family YMCA Kewpee Triathlon and Duathlon
Lima Sister Cities is welcoming an international delegation this week for its first student exchange visit since 2019, marking the program's return following the pandemic. Community members are invited to attend a welcome party Wednesday evening and the unveiling of a new Eagle Scout-built sign at the Lima Sister Cities Garden on Thursday. Read moreLima to host Sister Cities delegation with week of cultural exchange and community events
The Lima Family YMCA will host its annual Mom to Mom Sale on Saturday, offering families affordable shopping for gently used children's clothing, toys and baby items ahead of the new school year. Vendor registration remains open through Friday, with booth space available for $25 and shopper admission set at $1. Read moreLima YMCA hosting annual Mom to Mom Sale ahead of back-to-school season
Lima City Council is considering a historic designation for the Riverfront One property, a move that could help secure tax credits for a $3 million redevelopment project featuring housing and commercial space. Read moreHistoric status could aid $3 million redevelopment of downtown Lima property
Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Park District for the month of August! Read moreAugust 2026 programs and events with Johnny Appleseed Park District
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates nearly 35,000 lbs of food to West Ohio Food Bank
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated nearly 35,000 pounds of shelf-stable food to the West Ohio Food Bank, helping replenish supplies for area food pantries amid a decline in donations. Read moreChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates nearly 35,000 lbs of food to West Ohio Food Bank
Two drivers suffered serious injuries after a Monday morning crash at the intersection of Plattner Pike and state Route 219 in Auglaize County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreTwo seriously injured in Auglaize County crash near St. Marys
Hundreds of people gathered in Westminster for the 24th annual Music in the Park festival, enjoying gospel music, family activities, a car show and free meals in a celebration of faith and community. Read moreAnnual Music in the Park brings faith, fellowship and gospel music to Westminster
Former NBA player Wesley Fluellen Sr. encouraged Lima students to focus on strong fundamentals and mental wellness during a Youth Connect 4 Mental Health seminar before delivering the keynote address at the organization's scholarship banquet. Read moreFormer NBA Player Lima area students to build strong fundamentals for life
Lima City Council is considering a historic designation for the Riverfront One property, a move that could help secure tax credits for a $3 million redevelopment project featuring housing and commercial space. Read moreHistoric status could aid $3 million redevelopment of downtown Lima property
Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Park District for the month of August! Read moreAugust 2026 programs and events with Johnny Appleseed Park District
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates nearly 35,000 lbs of food to West Ohio Food Bank
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donated nearly 35,000 pounds of shelf-stable food to the West Ohio Food Bank, helping replenish supplies for area food pantries amid a decline in donations. Read moreChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints donates nearly 35,000 lbs of food to West Ohio Food Bank
Hundreds of people gathered in Westminster for the 24th annual Music in the Park festival, enjoying gospel music, family activities, a car show and free meals in a celebration of faith and community. Read moreAnnual Music in the Park brings faith, fellowship and gospel music to Westminster
Two Revolutionary War veterans were honored at Fort Amanda Memorial Park in Auglaize County with a wreath-laying ceremony and military honors as part of the America 250 celebration recognizing the nation's founding. Read moreAuglaize County pays tribute to Revolutionary War soldiers with wreath-laying ceremony
A 19-year-old Michigan man was arrested after a police chase down I-75 Thursday morning. Read moreMichigan man arrested after 115 MPH chase on I-75
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 - July 20, 2026
A Hardin County grand jury has indicted a 29-year-old Kenton man on 48 sex-related charges involving a victim who was allegedly under the age of 15 when the offenses began. Read moreHardin County man indicted on nearly 50 sex-related charges involving minor
An Allen County man is behind bars after a search warrant was carried out over the weekend. Read moreAllen County man arrested after weapons, ammunition discovered in Delphos residence
Two people are in custody following an alleged armed robbery in Paulding. Read moreTwo arrested after alleged armed robbery at Paulding Circle K
A Convoy man is being held without bond after the FBI arrested him on a federal charge alleging the receipt and distribution of child pornography. Read moreConvoy man arrested on federal child pornography charge
