“We do it to not just promote unity in the community, but to get people together to learn about resources so that they can thrive in our communities,” said Chad Welker, associate director of Activate Allen County. “When we know what our community needs from a resource perspective, we can tailor those resources and better our communities.”

The Lima Symphony Orchestra has a new event for the summer: outdoor yoga with a classical twist.

“The World Health Organization has indicated that there's been an increase of 23% in anxiety since the pandemic, and 28% in depression,” said John Foster of the Center for Peace and Reconciliation. “Mental health is an issue. It's an issue that we need to talk about. In the past, it’s been under the carpet—kind of hidden—but now it should be at the forefront.”

The event, now in its third year, allows students to rotate through different stations focused on physical activity, emotional well-being, and mental health awareness.

The grants are funded through a collaboration between Activate Allen County, the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Allen, Auglaize and Hardin Counties, the Mental Health, Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Board of Putnam County, and Mercy Health.

Here are some of the programs and events being offered by the Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District for the second half of March!

Held at Lima Senior High School, the expo will feature health screenings, informational exhibits, and demonstrations aimed at promoting health equity for the mind, body, and soul.

Hundreds of area businesswomen took time for themselves to learn about self-care and how to "glow and grow" at the quarterly Women in Business luncheon.