“This project is a testimony to the spirit of collaboration that this community is known for. We have this beautiful facility for generations to enjoy. We built it $11.6 million debt free. Have already met over 90% of our endowment goal and really just excited to welcome the public into this facility. August, 30,” said Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith.
"Well, it's important that we have a certificate of occupancy before we let folks go in there," Harpster said. "That means we can have people in there. We want to make sure the lifeguards are in place. We want to make sure we have our permission from the Ohio Health Department as far as the pool and the chemicals and everything that goes with that. So we want to make sure it's ready. That way we're not opening then closing. We want to be open."
The 11-week camp runs from June through August, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each week features a unique theme with games, crafts, and activities related to it. Participants also receive daily gym and pool time, and lunches are provided through the Lima City Schools Summer Lunch Program. The camp is open to children ages 6 to 12.
Pictured: Sport swimming pool water surface nobody in water
Many parents are getting creative to help their families stay cool during the heat wave! On Tuesday afternoon, we visited the St. Marys Splash Pad where kids were staying cool by having fun with water! As temperatures rose into the 90s for the third day in a row, the kids turned the water on, dashed and leaped through water jets, and even engaged in friendly aquatic combat. At the splash pad, we talked with one little girl about the fun she is having and other ways she is beating the early season heat.
For those trying to escape the heat, a trip to the Wapakoneta WaterPark may be what you need. The Wapakoneta WaterPark has brought the ocean to the park this summer. From giant floatables to ocean-themed vinyl floors, the new additions at the park have gained a lot of attention from local residents of all ages.
ALLEN COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - With temperatures forecasted to be in the 90's soon, people will be looking for a place to cool down.
Pictured: Gas grill by the swimming pool ready to bbq.
Many pools will be reopening this Memorial Day, and if you're planning to take your little ones swimming, there are some safety tips to keep in mind. Pediatricians say it only takes a second for an accident to happen. According to the CDC, drowning is the number one cause of death for kids between the ages of one and four. It's recommended that children take swimming lessons by the age of four. Or even earlier if they live near a pool or pond or have a boat. Also, make sure all life jackets are Coast Guard-approved.
May 20, 2024, Press Release from the Wapakoneta Chamber of Commerce: Wapakoneta, OH – May 20, 2024 – The City of Wapakoneta is thrilled to invite the community to dive into summer fun at a Ribbon Cutting for the re-opening of the Wapakoneta Waterpark, located at 106 Hamilton Road in Wapakoneta. The celebration kicks off at 11am on Friday, May 24, 2024, marking the beginning of a revitalized swim season filled with exciting updates and affordable family enjoyment.
