“This project is a testimony to the spirit of collaboration that this community is known for. We have this beautiful facility for generations to enjoy. We built it $11.6 million debt free. Have already met over 90% of our endowment goal and really just excited to welcome the public into this facility. August, 30,” said Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith.
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“The golfers are wonderful, but they pretty much just pay for their golfing, their lunch and that type of thing,” said Bev Beery of Family Promise of Lima-Allen County. “But if we can get sponsors, that's what we really need. We need sponsors. We start at $150, which a lot of people say, ‘only $150,’ and then it kind of moves up—$300, $500 and up. But our sponsors are our main supporters that help us with the fundraising.”
Friday marks the first day of summer, and with temperatures heating up, many people took the opportunity to soak up some sunshine. Faurot Park was a popular destination, especially the splash pad, where area kids stayed cool in the heat.
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - A must-see professional movie screening was held over at the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board.
A new statewide mental health study is calling on families in Ohio to share their stories, and researchers say it could help shape the future of mental health care.
“We're very supportive of the Allen County Children's Services Board and the assistance that they provide not only to the children, but to the families that are in need,” Kohlrieser said. “We're hoping to help combat any issues of neglect or dependency, to help these families that are in crisis, to show a little support and hopefully benefit them in some way.”
Volunteers packed boxes of food and loaded them into vehicles as dozens of families came through the Elm Street Church of the Nazarene on West Elm Street to receive holiday provisions. The event was a collaborative effort between the church and several partner organizations.
The organizations donated $1,500 to Allen County Children Services (ACCS) to assist with the purchase of diapers — a critical need when children are removed from their homes or when families served by the agency cannot afford basic necessities.
Superintendent Jill Ackerman announced that this year’s event will begin with a pep rally aimed at reinforcing the importance of public school education and showcasing the district’s achievements.
More than 1,400 YMCAs nationwide will host the free community event on Saturday, April 26, encouraging children and their families to stay active both physically and mentally throughout the year.