Press Release written by the City of Findlay, Mayor's Office: December 23, 2024 - The City of Findlay is pleased to announce the appointment o…

Caregivers are more concerned about others than themselves.  So, doctors recommend that if you know a caregiver, give them the gift of a few hours for themselves this holiday season. 

Election Day is just a few days away, and if you are feeling more stressed or anxious lately, you are not alone. In a recently published study by the American Psychological Association, nearly half of adults say they feel more anxious compared to previous years, with 69% of respondents saying they are anxious about the upcoming election, with the nation's future, economy, and gun violence being main concerns. The study also finds that most anxious adults are not seeking mental health support, with one in twenty adults reporting suicidal ideation related to politics. 

November is "National Adoption Month," and Allen County Children Services is getting the word out about the process. So far this year, the agency has had twelve children find a forever home through adoption, triple the amount of last year. It's been one of the busiest years that Allen County Children Services has had, but there are still 10 children between the ages of 3 and 17 waiting for a permanent home, and that list could grow. So the call is going out for loving families to step forward and learn about the rewards of providing a child with a loving place to call home.

LIMA, OH(WLIO) - Crossroads Crisis Center took a night to honor victims and those who stand up for them.

LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Jegna began their "Your R.I.T.E. to Manhood" series this evening at the Vibe Coffeehouse & Cafe.

Twelve non-profit organizations are receiving donations that will help them help kids in a variety of programs. The Lima Exchange Club presented checks to programs that provide for the welfare of children. The organizations can provide a positive influence to the child through sports, education, a caring hand, and even a new pair of shoes. The focus of the Exchange Club is child abuse prevention, and believe these programs will be beneficial for the youth.

Making friends is often seen as a natural part of childhood, but it may be easier for some kids than others. Bethany Ulrick tells us about a recent poll of parents and what they think about their kids developing friendships. A new poll from the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital finds that one in five parents say their child between the ages of six and twelve has no friends or not enough friends.

Lima City Schools parents looking behind the scenes of their children's education. New this year to the district is the Lunch and Learn program for parents to come to their child's school once a month and hear from staff about topics like the PBIS system, a tool used to correct negative behaviors, reward positive ones, and track trends among the student body. 

The U.S. surgeon general recently issued an advisory declaring ‘parental stress’ as a major public health concern.