The Ohio EPA says an underground tank leak at Gold Star Gas Station caused a gas odor that traveled through the storm sewer to Mercy Health St. Rita’s, prompting an evacuation. Read moreNearby gas station’s underground tank leak causes gas odor at Mercy Health St. Rita’s
The city of Lima officially switched on its four-acre, 3,120-panel floating solar field at the Twin Lakes reservoirs Wednesday morning. The second-largest floating solar array in Ohio will provide power to the Lima Water Treatment Plant and offset 976 metric tons of carbon dioxide annually. Read moreLima becomes state leader with new floating solar project
Findlay police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that left 37-year-old Holden Smith dead Monday afternoon. Read moreMan killed after officer-involved shooting at Findlay motel
A thunderstorm that rolled through the area Monday morning created a lot damage in and around Kenton. Read moreSevere thunderstorm knocks out power citywide in Kenton
Three ATVs were stolen from an American Power Sports business in Findlay early Sunday, leading police on a pursuit into Wood County before the chase was terminated. Read moreThree ATVs stolen from Findlay business, chase leads into Wood County
Motorcyclists, Jeep owners and first responders gathered for the third annual Dominic Francis Memorial Bike and Jeep Run, which honors the fallen Bluffton officer and raises money for local scholarships. Read moreMotorcyclists, Jeep owners honor fallen Bluffton officer with annual memorial run
Family members and Ohio correctional officials gathered in Lima to honor Bonita Haynes 30 years after her death, remembering the safety reforms and scholarship that continue her lasting legacy. Read moreBonita Haynes remembered 30 years after death, legacy continues to shape Ohio prison safety
A 58-year-old construction flagger from Clyde was killed Wednesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic in a work zone on U.S. 33 in Auglaize County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Read moreUPDATE: Flagger dead after being struck in work zone on US 33
 The Ohio Supreme Court has ordered mediation in Shawnee Fire Chief Austin Miller's public records complaint against the township trustees while state investigators continue their investigation. Read moreOhio Supreme Court orders mediation in Shawnee Fire Chief public records case
A man was flown to a Toledo hospital with life-threatening injuries after a Sunday night shooting in Findlay, and police continue to investigate the incident. Read moreMan critically injured in Findlay shooting, investigation ongoing
Heavy rain this week caused waterways to overflow and flooded roads throughout Allen County early Friday morning, creating travel issues in several areas. Read moreHigh water reported Friday morning on roads throughout Allen County
The Ohio EPA says an underground tank leak at Gold Star Gas Station caused a gas odor that traveled through the storm sewer to Mercy Health St. Rita’s, prompting an evacuation. Read moreNearby gas station’s underground tank leak causes gas odor at Mercy Health St. Rita’s
The Allen County Agricultural Society recognized longtime supporters, inducted Alice Bennett into its Hall of Fame and announced the 2026 Allen County Junior Fair royal court ahead of next week's fair. Read moreAllen County Fair royalty announced ahead of 2026 fair
AARP Ohio awarded GoOttawa nearly $10,000 for a solar-powered crosswalk on Putnam Parkway to help senior citizens and elementary students safely reach the Putnam County Library. Read moreAARP Ohio grant to fund new crosswalk in Ottawa
Ohio State Lima showcased its regenerative farm and drainage water recycling program to about 40 Natural Resources Conservation Service committee members touring conservation practices across northwest Ohio. Read moreOhio State Lima showcases regenerative farm to NRCS committee
St. Marys Summerfest kicks off Thursday with plenty of activities for the whole family. Read moreSt. Marys SummerFest kicks off with weekend of activities
Putnam County is looking at ways of improving the health of their residents. Read morePutnam County Health Department outlines three year Community Health Plan
The fair opened Thursday morning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and runs through Aug. 19. Read more2026 Mercer County Fair kicks off
The new Allen County Government Center is on schedule, under budget and heading into the final stretch of construction. County commissioners expect the building to be bustling with county offices and residents by November before turning their attention to remodeling the courthouse into a complete justice center. Read moreAllen County Government Center on schedule and under budget
T&D Interiors has grown from a small flooring business founded in 1981 into a family-owned company with deep roots in the Lima community. Read moreAmerica 250 Hometown Proud: T & D Interiors
Heavy rain this week caused waterways to overflow and flooded roads throughout Allen County early Friday morning, creating travel issues in several areas. Read moreHigh water reported Friday morning on roads throughout Allen County
The Allen County Agricultural Society recognized longtime supporters, inducted Alice Bennett into its Hall of Fame and announced the 2026 Allen County Junior Fair royal court ahead of next week's fair. Read moreAllen County Fair royalty announced ahead of 2026 fair
AARP Ohio awarded GoOttawa nearly $10,000 for a solar-powered crosswalk on Putnam Parkway to help senior citizens and elementary students safely reach the Putnam County Library. Read moreAARP Ohio grant to fund new crosswalk in Ottawa
Ohio State Lima showcased its regenerative farm and drainage water recycling program to about 40 Natural Resources Conservation Service committee members touring conservation practices across northwest Ohio. Read moreOhio State Lima showcases regenerative farm to NRCS committee
St. Marys Summerfest kicks off Thursday with plenty of activities for the whole family. Read moreSt. Marys SummerFest kicks off with weekend of activities
Putnam County is looking at ways of improving the health of their residents. Read morePutnam County Health Department outlines three year Community Health Plan
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 - August 10, 2026
Findlay police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that left 37-year-old Holden Smith dead Monday afternoon. Read moreMan killed after officer-involved shooting at Findlay motel
Three ATVs were stolen from an American Power Sports business in Findlay early Sunday, leading police on a pursuit into Wood County before the chase was terminated. Read moreThree ATVs stolen from Findlay business, chase leads into Wood County
Findlay police arrested a 29-year-old Toledo man after a detective allegedly observed a drug transaction at a hotel parking lot and a K-9 search uncovered suspected crack cocaine. Read moreFindlay police K-9 finds suspected crack cocaine during hotel parking lot search
Officials say the vacant building became the site of illegal parties, crime and code violations. Read moreAllen County Common Pleas Court issues order over illegal party site
 The Ohio Supreme Court has ordered mediation in Shawnee Fire Chief Austin Miller's public records complaint against the township trustees while state investigators continue their investigation. Read moreOhio Supreme Court orders mediation in Shawnee Fire Chief public records case
