Community leaders, health professionals and educators gathered to address concerns affecting local youth, including substance abuse and mental health challenges.
Community leaders in Lima are launching the Lima Youth Summit to help students stay academically and socially engaged during the summer months. The event will also include a teen job fair designed to connect local employers with young adults seeking summer and part-time work opportunities.
The Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce has announced 25 finalists across eight categories for its annual Small Business Awards. Winners will be revealed at a May 7 gala celebrating businesses and leaders making an impact in the Lima region.
“One of the recurring themes is, when a leader gets better, everybody wins,” said Joe Patton, director of OhioMeansJobs Allen County. “But a lot of people don't realize they can lead from where they're at. So I think that's a big thing. We like to bring our leadership team, from both management on down to line staff, because we're trying to develop future leaders at our agency and for the county, and this is a great place where they can get inspired.”
A strong foundation and building to the future was the message from prominent leaders of Wapakoneta speaking to the community at the annual State of the City, County and Schools luncheon on Thursday.
The Black Swamp Area Council, Scouting America, is proud to announce the successful 2024 Eagle Scout and Youth Recognition Event.
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Lima residents gathered for a second community forum to talk about gun violence and our young people.