Ten students from area schools were recognized for their winning essays in the DARE program, highlighting lessons on safety and decision-making. Organizers are also preparing for upcoming Safety City field trips and summer program registration.
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The city of Lima is launching the third of five local history trails this Saturday as part of its ongoing celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
After weather delays in December, Heir Force Community School students were able to perform their holiday concert for the Lima Kiwanis Club, sharing their musical talents and creativity.
Heir Force Community School has wrapped up its 10th annual food drive, collecting more than 5,000 nonperishable items for families in need.
Members toured the school’s renovated space and learned more about the Grand and Main Project — a multimillion-dollar plan aimed at revitalizing Lima’s north end.
Lima 6th Ward Councilman Derry Glenn has started collecting sign-ups for his annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway.
Heir Force Community School is launching a pilot program called Store It Safe to educate children and parents about gun safety and safe storage practices in Lima, Ohio.
Lima Councilman Derry Glenn is hosting his annual turkey giveaway, aiming to provide 500 Thanksgiving turkeys to local families with sign-ups set for October 28 and 29 at Heir Force Community School.
Heir Force Community School students spent a day at Ohio Northern University’s College of Engineering, tackling hands-on STEM challenges designed to spark interest in future technical careers.
“An excellent way for us to be able to bring the kids out and partner with the Y and create this safe space for them to be able to learn valuable life skills, and, more definitively, learn how to have some fun in the water in a safe and effective way,” Heggins said.
Jared Lehman, CEO of the Lima Family YMCA, said the program offers more than exercise.
“It provides more than just a gym component and a time for them to get some exercise. It's a valuable life skill. They're learning a skill that they can take with them well beyond Air Force and as they age into adulthood,” Lehman said.