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New alliance planning plenty of events for downtown Lima
Noon Edition

New alliance planning plenty of events for downtown Lima

  • Updated Apr 29, 2026

Ann Welly is a board member with the new Lima Festivals and Amphitheater Alliance - we learn about some of the planned events they have for do…

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We get the details of a Native American cultural event happening in downtown Lima
Noon Edition

We get the details of a Native American cultural event happening in downtown Lima

  • Updated Apr 28, 2026

Plant the Seed of Native Ways is an event coming up at Trinity Park - organizers tell us what it's all about!

Allen County approves $1.9M renovation for Child Support Agency offices
Allen County

Allen County approves $1.9M renovation for Child Support Agency offices

  • Stacey Myers Cook
  • Updated Apr 24, 2026

Allen County commissioners have approved a $1.9 million renovation project to create a new home for the Child Support Enforcement Agency in downtown Lima. Officials say the upgraded facility will better serve the public and employees, with plans to complete the move within a year.

ArtSpace/Lima expands with transformation of former Jones Hardware building
Allen County

ArtSpace/Lima expands with transformation of former Jones Hardware building

  • Stacey Myers Cook
  • Updated Apr 23, 2026

ArtSpace/Lima is continuing renovations on the historic 59 Building, which will become a new space for galleries, classrooms and events. Officials say the project will expand programming and create new revenue opportunities as fundraising efforts continue.

Allen County launches dedicated hub for veteran transportation services
Allen County

Allen County launches dedicated hub for veteran transportation services

  • Stacey Myers Cook
  • Updated Apr 21, 2026

A new veterans transportation center has opened in downtown Lima, offering a safe and weather-protected location for veterans traveling to VA appointments. A grand opening ceremony is set for May 6 to celebrate the completion of the long-awaited facility.

Community event highlights local artists, entertainment in Lima
Allen County

Community event highlights local artists, entertainment in Lima

  • Stacey Myers Cook
  • Updated Apr 16, 2026

A new community event, 419 Day, will bring live entertainment, vendors and artists to downtown Lima this Sunday. Organizers hope the event encourages residents to support local talent while enjoying time in the city’s core.

Hand to Help brings 7th annual Lima Easter egg hunt
Allen County

Hand to Help brings 7th annual Lima Easter egg hunt

  • Sophia Fields
  • Updated Apr 5, 2026

Many Easter egg hunts happened this weekend, one being hosted by a Hand to Help.

4:09
Downtown Lima Inc. inviting the city to their game show night
Noon Edition

Downtown Lima Inc. inviting the city to their game show night

  • Updated Mar 31, 2026

Downtown Lima Inc. is hosting game show night - it's your chance to play and win prizes! Cricket Rodriguez is in with the details.

Four contractors bid on Cook Tower renovation for child support agency
Allen County

Four contractors bid on Cook Tower renovation for child support agency

  • Pearl Lewandowski
  • Updated Mar 26, 2026

Contractors are being considered to lead the demolition and renovation of the first three floors of Lima’s Cook Tower, which will become the new home of the Allen County Child Support Enforcement Agency.

Strong winds cause partial building collapse at Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street in Lima
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Strong winds cause partial building collapse at Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street in Lima

  • Sophia Fields
  • Updated Mar 15, 2026

A building located on the corner of Brice Avenue and Metcalf Street has partially collapsed.

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