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Mazza Museum hosting picture book conference
Area teachers, librarians, and book lovers are invited to the University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum for its 30th annual Summer Conference Monday to Wednesday, July 15 to 17. The three-day conference features educational and engaging presentations from some of the top authors and illustrators in the picture book industry.
Summer Crisis Program Now Open for Residents Needing Help Paying Electric Bills
If you need help paying your summer electric bills, the Summer Crisis Program may be able to help. The program is available now through September 30 to households at or below 175 percent of the federal income guidelines with a household member who is 60 or older or a member with a medical necessary condition.
The Homicide Investigation In Columbus Has Led to the Arrest of a Suspect, According to Police
WFCN – A suspect has been captured by Columbus police in connection with a recent killing, which is a major development in the continuing investigation. Police have reportedly made extensive attempts to find and capture those responsible for the horrific event, and this arrest is the result of their efforts.
150th Basic Peace Officer Training Class Graduates in Columbus on Wednesday
Each of the members of the 150th Basic Peace Officer Training Class, representing various Ohio law enforcement agencies, graduated and received Basic Peace Officer Certification and a Certificate of Completion from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy at their graduation in Columbus on Wednesday. The 44 graduates will assume duties as peace officers for 31 Ohio agencies.
Critically endangered gorilla born at Ohio zoo
An Ohio zoo welcomed an adorable — and critically endangered — baby gorilla over the weekend.The newborn western lowland gorilla is mother Sue's first child, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium said Wednesday. She's been very attentive to her baby, nuzzling and cradling the newborn. "With tiny hands and beautiful big brown eyes that melt our hearts, this baby is absolutely precious — in regard to both the cuteness factor and what the baby represents for this species' future," said Audra Meinelt, curator of the Columbus Zoo's Congo Expedition region, in a statement.Zoo workers have decided to wait before determining if the...
Ross Bjork Calls Ryan Day “A Winner,” Snoop Dogg’s Youth Football League Was “Instrumental” in C.J. Stroud’s Life and Joe Burrow Compares Life in Ohio and Louisiana
Happy Independence Day to all who celebrate. Have a fun and safe holiday. “RYAN DAY IS A WINNER.” This week, Ross Bjork started his tenure as Ohio State’s athletic director, succeeding Gene Smith after his 19 years in the role. Before Bjork settled into his office at the Fawcett Center, Bill Rabinowitz of The Columbus Dispatch interviewed the Kansas native and asked him to share his opinion of Ohio State football coach Ryan Day.
Bellefontaine Police Department Seeking Police Officers
Bellefontaine Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of Police Officer. If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, you may want to consider the Bellefontaine Police Department. They also announced that they are accepting lateral applicants. Lateral Applicants move direct to an interview and do not...
2024 Buckle Up – Batter Up: 13 “Saved by the Belt” recipients recognized during this year’s event
TOLEDO, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW)—The Findlay and Bucyrus districts of the Ohio State Highway Patrol teamed up with the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD), AAA and the Toledo Mud Hens for the 2024 Buckle Up – Batter Up “Saved by the Belt” event at Fifth Third Field.
Delphos Kiwanis Club shows families a good time and raises money with 4th of July celebration
DELPHOS, OH (WLIO) - The city of Delphos celebrated the 4th with a 2-day festival put on by the Kiwanis Club. From Wednesday through Thursday, Stadium Park was full of amusement rides, carnival games, fair food, and live music. The Kiwanis Club has around 40 members, but they say it took over 100 volunteers to plan and run the festival.
Ohio Family Restaurant Closes Suddenly: Here’s What Happened
WFCN – Fans in Ohio are claiming they have been “priced out” by a family restaurant’s sudden closure due to pricing increases. The closure of an Ohio Wendy’s has left many wondering if they are being “priced out” of the business. Approximately eight...
Annual 'Veterans Appreciation Cruise-In' puts the Vet in Corvette
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - A car show tradition at the Star Spangled Spectacular puts the spotlight on veterans and car enthusiasts for their years of service. The "Veterans appreciation cruise-in" at Faurot Park featured close to 100 cars with a variety of makes and models, with some cars dating back to as early as 1920.
ArtSpace to hold art sale during July 5th First Friday event in Downtown Lima
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - If you are a fan of art, you'll want to swing by Artspace/Lima on July 5, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. As part of the First Friday event on July 5th, they will be having an art sale. Staff have been going through items they have had in storage. It includes ceramics, posters, and artworks you can purchase at reasonable prices to take home with you. Bottom basement prices like a buck up to $5, with the proceeds going back into Artspace.
Lima brings Round Net Tournament to Star Spangled Spectacular
LIMA, OHIO (WLIO) - New to the Star Spangled Spectacular was a round-net tournament. Round-net is a sport that is growing in popularity around the country, especially in the Midwest. The Lima tournament drew teams from Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Columbus. All skill levels were invited to play in the bowl at Faurot Park. If you are wondering how you play it, the rules are pretty simple.
Runners and walkers make the 2024 Freedom 5K a success
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The 30th Star Spangled Spectacular kicked off with a bang as runners and walkers hit the streets of Lima for the Freedom 5K. “I am running here today because I love America and I love running,” says Jacob Wireman, who wanted to improve on his last-year finish.
Lima Symphony Orchestra is changing inmates' lives through music
LIMA, Ohio (WKEF) -- Lima Symphony Orchestra made history the afternoon on Sunday, June 30, as the first full orchestra to perform inside an Ohio prison. The orchestra performed alongside the prison choir of more than 100 incarcerated men in the prison yard of Allen-Oakwood Correctional Institution (AOCI). The Patriotic Pops concert was the first time the Ohio Department of Corrections had ever allowed a full symphony orchestra to perform in a prison.
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