Volunteers are being invited to help remove trash from the Auglaize River during the June 20 "Clean Your Streams" event organized by a group of Spencerville graduates. Read moreSpencerville graduates organize Auglaize River cleanup event

The Ohio Senate's proposed $3.7 billion capital budget includes more than $12.5 million in funding for community improvement projects across several West Central Ohio counties, pending final legislative approval. Read moreOhio Senate Capital Budget includes more than $12.5 Million for West Central Ohio Projects

Five residents and two dogs were rescued from the roof of a Lima home early Saturday after a fire that started in the basement spread through the residence. Read moreFive residents, two dogs rescued from Lima house fire

The Lima Public Library kicked off its annual Summer Reading Program with a dinosaur-themed event centered around this year's theme, “Unearth a Story.” Children and teens can earn prizes by reading books throughout the summer while participating in activities offered at the library. Read more‘Unearth a Story’ encourages young readers to explore books this Summer

The Allen Soil and Water Conservation District hosted its first Native Plant and Rain Barrel Sale to encourage residents to incorporate environmentally beneficial plants and practices into their landscapes. Organizers said native plants support local wildlife and pollinators while rain barrels help conserve water and manage stormwater runoff. Read moreNative plant sale highlights benefits of pollinator-friendly landscaping in Allen County

Lima residents used seven cleanup sites across the city to dispose of unwanted items as volunteers, including Boy Scout Troop 777 members, helped during the third week of the Mayor’s Spring Cleanup program. Read moreLima residents take advantage of Mayor’s Spring Cleanup during third week