“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.

The Lima Music Academy is celebrating its fourth year of providing music education to the community. On Tuesday evening, the academy hosted a meet-and-greet community event where families enjoyed dinner together in honor of the milestone.

Participants learned practical tips to keep their vehicles running smoothly—and what to do when something goes wrong.

For many, it was also an introduction to 4-H — a youth development program that focuses on building life skills through hands-on experiences. The name 4-H stands for Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.

Thanks to a partnership between the City of Lima and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), students enjoyed a day of outdoor learning and fishing after studying the sport in the classroom. The hands-on experience included fishing, boating, and lessons in catch-and-release practices.

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