A rural New Knoxville home sustained extensive damage after a fire broke out Tuesday evening on Holtkamp Road. Firefighters from two counties responded, and all occupants escaped safely without injuries. Read moreFamily escapes safely after Auglaize County house fire
Indiana State Police say that they have solved the cold case murder of a Van Wert native. Read moreIndiana State Police solve 1997 murder of Van Wert native through DNA evidence
An arrest has been made in connection with the death of St. Marys man. Read moreLima man arrested in connection to the death of a St. Marys man
Many of our local communities are hosting events to honor those who gave all for their country. Read moreLocal communities across the Lima area host Memorial Day parades and ceremonies honoring fallen service members
Lima Senior high school celebrated their 2026 class at their graduation ceremony. Read moreGraduation ceremony honors Lima Senior Class of 2026
A Lima woman is facing federal charges after investigators say she used a fabricated blackmail scheme involving AI-generated images to extort more than $80,000 from a family. Read moreFederal charges filed against Lima woman accused of AI-assisted extortion
A St. Marys man and former school bus driver was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexual battery and unlawful sexual conduct with a minor charges involving a teenage student. Read moreFormer St. Marys bus driver gets decade prison sentence for sexual offenses involving minor
Former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown is making a push for support from Ohio farmers as he looks to win back his old Senate seat this November. Read moreSherrod Brown talks farm costs, tariffs during Continental stop
Construction is underway on Lima’s first Opportunity Zone capital investment project, an 18-unit townhome development on West North Street. The $4 million project is the first use of a $25 million investment commitment from Arctaris Impact Investors aimed at boosting development in underserved areas of the city. Read more$4 million townhome development marks first Arctaris investment in Lima
Troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol are urging drivers to stay safe and alert this holiday weekend. Read moreOhio State Highway Patrol urges safe driving during Memorial Day weekend
Ottawa Metro Park in Lima is now renting out kayaks for those who may not have them this upcoming season. Read moreOttawa Metro Park now offering kayak rentals for summer visitors
Residents at Otterbein Cridersville had special visitors this afternoon. Read moreOtterbein Cridersville residents enjoy annual visit from baby goats
A meeting was held at the Lima Chamber of Commerce to talk about the issues of electricity bills, and solutions. Read moreLima Chamber meeting addresses rising electricity costs and energy-saving strategies for businesses
The Lima Community Aquatic Park is now accepting registrations for its summer swimming lessons for children. Officials say the classes are designed to help participants build confidence and improve their swimming skills at a variety of experience levels. Read moreSummer swimming lessons available for children at Lima Aquatic Park
A Lima mother is continuing her efforts to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention through the Dear Nicholas Foundation. The organization’s upcoming Bow Tie Event will raise money to support mental health services in Allen, Auglaize and Hardin counties. Read moreLima mother continues mental health advocacy through Dear Nicholas Foundation
Families in Lima will have the chance to enjoy free outdoor movies this summer during the Park After Dark Movie Nights series at the Greater Lima Region Amphitheater. Organizers say the events are designed to provide fun, family-friendly entertainment and bring the community together. Read moreSummer Movie Series brings family entertainment to Lima Amphitheater
Lima City Schools has started its summer food program, providing free hot meals to children ages 1 to 18 at several locations throughout the city. School officials say the program is open to all children in the community and encourages families to participate. Read moreFree summer meals available for area kids through Lima City Schools
Construction on the first roundabout connected to the Google data center project has been delayed following public feedback and ongoing discussions with impacted landowners and utility companies. Officials hope to have the project back on schedule by the end of June. Read moreConstruction delayed on first roundabout linked to Google data center project
A rural New Knoxville home sustained extensive damage after a fire broke out Tuesday evening on Holtkamp Road. Firefighters from two counties responded, and all occupants escaped safely without injuries. Read moreFamily escapes safely after Auglaize County house fire
The Putnam County Office of Public Safety recognized bystanders, first responders and dispatchers who helped save lives during two recent cardiac arrest emergencies. Read morePutnam County honors bystanders, first responders for lifesaving CPR efforts
Residents at Otterbein Cridersville had special visitors this afternoon. Read moreOtterbein Cridersville residents enjoy annual visit from baby goats
A meeting was held at the Lima Chamber of Commerce to talk about the issues of electricity bills, and solutions. Read moreLima Chamber meeting addresses rising electricity costs and energy-saving strategies for businesses
Construction on the first roundabout connected to the Google data center project has been delayed following public feedback and ongoing discussions with impacted landowners and utility companies. Officials hope to have the project back on schedule by the end of June. Read moreConstruction delayed on first roundabout linked to Google data center project
The Putnam County Office of Public Safety recognized bystanders, first responders and dispatchers who helped save lives during two recent cardiac arrest emergencies. Read morePutnam County honors bystanders, first responders for lifesaving CPR efforts
Lima residents shared feedback on neighborhood improvements and concerns during the city’s monthly Walking the Wards meeting at Robb Park. Read moreMayor Smith and staff hears residents’ praise and concerns during Walking the Wards
Nutrien Lima representatives spoke to the Lima Kiwanis Club about the company’s role in agriculture, manufacturing and everyday consumer products. Officials also warned residents about increased traffic during a $145 million turnaround project that will bring 1,200 additional workers to the … Read moreLima Kiwanis Club learns about Nutrien’s role in agriculture and manufacturing
Indiana State Police say that they have solved the cold case murder of a Van Wert native. Read moreIndiana State Police solve 1997 murder of Van Wert native through DNA evidence
An arrest has been made in connection with the death of St. Marys man. Read moreLima man arrested in connection to the death of a St. Marys man
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 - May 18, 2026
A Lima woman is facing federal charges after investigators say she used a fabricated blackmail scheme involving AI-generated images to extort more than $80,000 from a family. Read moreFederal charges filed against Lima woman accused of AI-assisted extortion
A St. Marys man and former school bus driver was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexual battery and unlawful sexual conduct with a minor charges involving a teenage student. Read moreFormer St. Marys bus driver gets decade prison sentence for sexual offenses involving minor
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 - May 18, 2026
