Estee Hemphill is a Bluffton alum who now works for the Cleveland Guardians. She spoke to students and other members of the Bluffton community on the importance of feedback for both new and experienced professionals. She emphasized not only the importance of seeking criticism to improve yourself but also the benefits of confidently voicing your opinions in decision-making as a new employee. Hemphill hopes her perspective motivates students when they enter the job market.

Former Dayton mayor Nan Whaley met with local union representatives for a round table discussion. Whaley listened as attendees told her about the impact unions have had on their lives and their concerns about the current job market. She emphasizes the importance of bringing more and better jobs to the state.

The Lima chapter welcomed NAACP Ohio State Conference President and former state senator Tom Roberts to discuss the importance of voting. Roberts talked about how a single vote can send an important message to those who are running, and in the end, the people's voice can make a difference both at the state level and nationwide.

Ticket sales go to programs such as the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, which has received over six thousand dollars from the organization to date. Justin F. Courtney, motivational speaker and Director of Student Services at OSU Lima campus, spoke to attendees on the importance of emotional intelligence, and the impact it has on your own life and the lives of others.

Berlin Carroll speaking about the role the association plays in making sure courts throughout Ohio ensure independent judiciary through professional development and high-quality education. Ohio is one of a few states that offers an in-state judicial college through the Ohio Supreme Court for court managers. Areas covered are leadership, court performance, accountability, and budgeting. Carroll says it's important that people understand the importance of an independent judiciary.

The Area Agency on Aging 3 will be hosting a Falls Prevention Awareness Day on Thursday, September 22nd from 9 am-12 pm at 2423 Allentown Road, Lima. Several community partners will be in attendance to educate, increase awareness, and help provide resources on falls and fall prevention for our older adults.

The assisted living facility provided local families with the opportunity to pick up school supplies as well as have a bite to eat with food trucks available at the event. Organizers wanted to give back to the community and help provide some overall relief to families who are in need.

Keith Cheney spoke at the Republican Luncheon telling voters what's at stake in just under 100 days for the election, pointing to key battles against democratic candidates in west central Ohio as well as the entire state of Ohio. Cheney says that voting becomes more important every year and says that Republicans need to show up and vote for the future of the party.

Sixth ward councilor Derry Glenn presented the African American Business Women of the Year Award to five Lima female African American business owners. The following owners and their businesses were honored: LaFawn Pugsley with Plush Party Palace Girls Spa, Linda Scott Nwoke with Ella Bees One Incorporated, Shari Banks with All My Angels Daycare, Shawna Glover with the Beauty Bar, and Thelma Banks with Helen Ruth Southern Sweet Tea Shop. 

This flagpole was previously at the U.S. Navy/Marine Corps Reserve Center on the south bank of Schoonover Lake. In 2017, it was donated to the Veteran's Food Pantry of Northwest Ohio where it has found a home. Those gathered say having this ceremony on Flag Day is appropriate for what the pole means in the history of Lima.