The Lima Police Department will receive grant funding to integrate drone technology directly into their dispatch system. Read moreLima Police selected for Ohio Statewide Drone First Responder Pilot Program
According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, there is no such thing as 100-percent safe ice. Officials recommend wearing a life vest underneath winter clothing when venturing onto frozen waterways. They also advise going out in pairs and informing someone of your planned location and return time. Read moreLima Firefighters practice ice rescue techniques on Schoonover Lake
A house fire in Cridersville results in multiple departments being called for mutual aid this afternoon. Read moreMultiple fire departments respond to attic fire at Cridersville home
Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel visited Bath Middle School to launch the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, a statewide program encouraging students to build lifelong wellness habits through physical activity and personal growth. Read moreBath Wildcats join statewide Team Tressel Fitness Challenge
Mayor Sharetta Smith said the program is about more than having officers stationed in one location.
“Community Oriented Policing for the Lima Police Department is more than just a substation at a particular location. It is a philosophy and a way that we do police work, and having these substations in the neighborhood is a visual of that we work in partnership with our residents, business owners, and all of our stakeholders in our community to keep us all safe.” Read moreLima Police reintroduce COP Program to strengthen community ties
An Auglaize County woman has pleaded guilty to the 2022 aggravated murder of her estranged husband, a killing captured on an in-car camera that led to multiple federal convictions and lengthy prison sentences. Read moreAuglaize County woman pleads guilty to 2022 murder of estranged husband
Fire crews quickly controlled a late-night fire at a renovated home in Shawnee Township, and the cause remains under investigation. Read moreFire under investigation at renovated home in Shawnee Township
Multiple fire departments battled a second alarm residential house fire in Shawnee Township early Friday morning. Read moreShawnee Township home damaged by early morning fire
A Lima woman is in custody after police say a fetus was found in a dumpster. Read moreLima woman arrested after fetus discovered in dumpster
Earlier this week, Allen County Sheriff's deputies began wearing body cameras for the first time. Read moreAllen County Sheriff's Office officially adopts body cameras
More people are connecting online, and Lima police are warning about a crime that continues to impact people of all ages. Read moreLima police warn of "sextortion" scams ahead of Valentine’s Day
The Lima Police Department will receive grant funding to integrate drone technology directly into their dispatch system. Read moreLima Police selected for Ohio Statewide Drone First Responder Pilot Program
Ohio is home to more than half a dozen owl species, including great horned, long-eared, and snowy owls, which are primarily nocturnal hunters. Read moreNature Pals program teaches kids how to protect owls
According to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, there is no such thing as 100-percent safe ice. Officials recommend wearing a life vest underneath winter clothing when venturing onto frozen waterways. They also advise going out in pairs and informing someone of your planned location and return time. Read moreLima Firefighters practice ice rescue techniques on Schoonover Lake
A house fire in Cridersville results in multiple departments being called for mutual aid this afternoon. Read moreMultiple fire departments respond to attic fire at Cridersville home
Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District for the month of February! Read moreFebruary 2026 programs and events with Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District
There was a great turnout today for the “Dine and Donate” at Beer Barrel in Lima. Read moreCommunity shows strong support at Dine and Donate for Auglaize County Humane Society
Dozens gather in Bellefontaine Wednesday afternoon for a watch party, for an Olympic Snowboarder with West Central Ohio ties. Read moreHometown supporters gather for Louis Vito watch party in Bellefontaine
Consumer spending for Valentine’s Day is expected to reach a record $29 billion this year. Read moreConsumer spending for Valentine’s Day is expected to reach a record $29 billion this year
With the rising interest of marketing in teens, many wonder how to gain experience for their career. Luckily, at the Auglaize County Fairgrounds, there is a solution. Read moreAuglaize County Fairgrounds launches marketing ambassador program for teens
More people are connecting online, and Lima police are warning about a crime that continues to impact people of all ages. Read moreLima police warn of "sextortion" scams ahead of Valentine’s Day
Ohio is home to more than half a dozen owl species, including great horned, long-eared, and snowy owls, which are primarily nocturnal hunters. Read moreNature Pals program teaches kids how to protect owls
There was a great turnout today for the “Dine and Donate” at Beer Barrel in Lima. Read moreCommunity shows strong support at Dine and Donate for Auglaize County Humane Society
Dozens gather in Bellefontaine Wednesday afternoon for a watch party, for an Olympic Snowboarder with West Central Ohio ties. Read moreHometown supporters gather for Louis Vito watch party in Bellefontaine
Consumer spending for Valentine’s Day is expected to reach a record $29 billion this year. Read moreConsumer spending for Valentine’s Day is expected to reach a record $29 billion this year
With the rising interest of marketing in teens, many wonder how to gain experience for their career. Luckily, at the Auglaize County Fairgrounds, there is a solution. Read moreAuglaize County Fairgrounds launches marketing ambassador program for teens
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 - February 9, 2026
An Auglaize County woman has pleaded guilty to the 2022 aggravated murder of her estranged husband, a killing captured on an in-car camera that led to multiple federal convictions and lengthy prison sentences. Read moreAuglaize County woman pleads guilty to 2022 murder of estranged husband
An Auglaize County woman pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges related to sexual contact with a minor, with additional charges dropped as part of a plea agreement. Read moreAuglaize County woman pleads guilty to sexual battery charges
A Lima woman is in custody after police say a fetus was found in a dumpster. Read moreLima woman arrested after fetus discovered in dumpster
A high speed chase down I-75 from Findlay to Lima kept law enforcement moving Tuesday night. Read moreLima man leads law enforcement on multi-county chase
An Elida man was sentenced to four and a half years in prison and lost his driver’s license for 50 years after causing a deadly crash in Auglaize County where alcohol was suspected. Read moreElida man sentenced to prison in fatal Auglaize County crash
