Allen County officials have begun the process of replacing the historic Metcalf Street Bridge by launching a feasibility study needed to pursue state funding opportunities. The century-old bridge, which received a poor inspection rating, could take several years to replace due to the complexity and historical significance of the structure.
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Families and train history buffs took advantage of a rare opportunity to get up close to the last steam engine built in Lima.
"Good Vibrations" is all about the former exhibit "Don Jardine's Magic Formula," which the music legend visited Lima with his family to come see in 1991. The photos, model trains, and video shown on a projector show the significance of Jardine's father Don's photography to the art form itself and the company Lima Locomotive Works.
A piece of Lima history was opened up to the public this weekend. Lincoln Park visitors were given the chance to walk through the last locomotive built at the Lima Locomotive Works in 1949, as well as caboose and private boxcar. Photos of these types of rail vehicle are easy to find but this exhibit gives people a chance to step into and interact with history.
