Another Mega Millions drawing, another night without a big winner. No one hit all six numbers and won the estimated $940 million jackpot Friday night, pushing the lottery prize to an estimated $1.1billion ahead of the next drawing Tuesday night. The prize is now the third-largest in U.S. History. There have been 24 drawings without a jackpot winner. The winless streak is largely due to the game's long odds of 1 in 302.6 million of winning the big prize. The new estimated prize is for a winner who chooses an annuity paid annually over 29 years. Grand prize winners usually take the cash option, which for Tuesday night's drawing will be an estimated $568 million.
Doctors say loneliness can be a precursor for depression, so getting the chance to socialize with others can help improve a person's mood. It can also be beneficial to their cognition and physical health. He says it's okay to be sedentary once in a while, but if it's happening consistently it can have negative effects. For example, it can impact your blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels.
For those who find the traditional CPAP machine ineffective or uncomfortable, Lima Memorial has the new inspire therapy implant available. It is a small device placed under the skin, and the procedure typically only takes a few hours. The patient turns on the implant with a remote before bed, and the device causes contractions of the throat muscles during sleep to keep airways open. Besides being more comfortable, it is very efficient in treating sleep apnea.
Jefferson High School held their first college and career fair. The juniors and seniors were able to talk to over 30 different universities, career centers, and military recruiters to get a better idea of what each has to offer and how they may fit into their future plans. Organizers want to show that there are many choices available and they should at a lot of them to help them make a better decision.
The City of Lima has announced a variety of Trick or Treat options for residents and their families. Holly Geaman has more on the details. The Lima Noon Optimist Safety City event will be Saturday, October 22nd at the facility at 700 South Collett Street. The City of Lima's Trick or Treat is scheduled for Thursday, October 27th from 6 pm to 8 p.m. The Lima Police Department has a Trunk or Treat scheduled for Saturday, October 29th from noon to 2 p.m. at Lima Senior High School's west lot.
Residents of all ages coming to the City of Lima's public meeting on the new community aquatic center. People viewed renderings and maps of the two proposed locations which are the former Schoonover Pool site and the area between Lima Stadium Park and Lincoln Park. The capital has been secured and now they are asking for input on what can be included at the new aquatic center and people are responding.
Starting Monday, June 6th, the “Summer Food Program” will begin. Thanks to federal funding through the USDA anyone from age one to 18 years of age can get a free lunch Monday through Thursday from 11 am to 12:30 pm. They can come to Heritage, Independence, Unity, or Liberty schools for the meal, and they can also sign up for a little extra at a few of the sites.
Alyssa Merriman – "Of course we got out of the house to do what ever we’re doing here. There’s a lot to do a little bit. It’s always good to get out of the house and play in the water and that.”
Cheryl Lawson, CPA and Owner of Lawson Tax and Accounting Services says, “You would get the failure to file penalties if you haven’t filed an extension, you will get a failure to pay penalty if you owe money, so those two penalties. And then you will also have interest added on.”
A meeting was held to continue the progression to hiring a new Chief of Police. The Lima Civil Service Board held a meeting on Wednesday where they went over Assessment Center options that they can bring in for the Chief of Police hiring process.