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It was Christmas in July for the Half Pint 5K
LIMA, OHIO (WLIO) - Operation Half Pint moved their 5K race to downtown Lima and added a holiday theme. Around 200 people took part in their Christmas in July 5K. The Half Pint is a half-scale model of the M1A2 Abrams Battle Tank that is made in Lima. The miniature version is used in various parades and events around the area. Operation Half Pint is a group that aims to support the workers at Joint Systems Manufacturing Center, who produce the world's finest battle tank and in keeping with the Christmas theme, some of the proceeds will be helping a local organization around the holidays.
Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Thrift Shop adds Saturday hours
LIMA, OHIO (WLIO) - The Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Thrift Shop is adding new Saturday hours to help with some back-to-school shopping. The store is now open from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday for people to check out the wide range of items they have. The volunteers that run the shop say that the new hours will help those people who work at the same time as they are open during the week. They have a wide range of men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing for you to check out. They also have some boutique items on hand and household items to help college students furnish their first apartment. Plus, with football season just around the corner, the thrift store can help you gear up for gametime.
175 bicyclist take advantage of a great day to raise money for Rally Point Youth Center
LIMA, OHIO (WLIO) - Around 175 bicycle riders took advantage of a great Saturday to raise money for a Lima youth ministry. The Rally Point River Ride Bicycle Tour gave people the chance to bike on the Ottawa River Walk and on local roads covering as little as 10 and 20 miles, up to the more adventurous 50 and 62.5-mile routes. The Rally Point Youth Center is a faith-based organization on the north side of Lima. The money raised from this yearly fundraiser helps the center have the resources to guide and mentor Lima teens from 11 to 19 years old.
Local kids competing in national mullet contest
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Voting is now open for the USA Mullet Championships. Three kids from the Miami Valley are competing in the 2024 Mullet Championships. The competition seeks to find the best mullet in the country through rounds of voting online. Two local kids are competing in the Kids ages 0-4 category and another […]
A look inside “Vandalia’s best kept secret”
VANDALIA, OH — Unfamiliar to even some longtime residents of Vandalia, the Vandalia–Butler Historical Society offers a variety of opportunities to visitors, with over eight and a half acres to explore. Comprised of twelve buildings, including the 1840s-era Federal House original to the property, the society hosts bi-monthly...
Cardiac nurse turned patient: Former WSU soccer star discovers heart issue at work
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- A former Wright State soccer star who is now a registered nurse in Dayton ended up saving her own life in the middle of her shift at work. Dayton 24/7 Now's Lydia Bice sat down with Jessika Seward to learn more about her miraculous story. "I...
Mansfield Airport Day on Aug. 3 will include car show, kids zone, paid air flights
Airplane and car enthusiasts rejoice, Mansfield Airport Day is this weekend. The event will include a car show, kids zone, paid flights around the area, plus an even bigger and better Drone Show, live entertainment and food vendors. The event is from 2:30 to 10:30 p.m. Aug. 3 at Mansfield Lahm Airport on...
Death can be a gentler exit for those enrolled in hospice care
A baby coming into the world needs a lot of care, and families prepare for that wailing, cooing bundle of life with cribs, and changing tables and advice from mothers-in-law. When baby formula was in short supply, family members branched out to scour retail shelves for the necessities. For those leaving this world, care is also needed, according to Victoria Palenske, branch director for Elara Caring, which offers home health and hospice services in the Toledo area. Such souls may need oxygen, pain medications, and spiritual counseling, as well as a hand to hold. “People deserve a lot of care at the beginning of life, but they also deserve care at the end of their life,” said Ms. Palenske, who began her career as a registered nurse whose focus turned to hospice services. “It is a calling.”
Final Friday rocks The Brickyard under perfect conditions
MANSFIELD — Friday night’s Final Friday show at The Brickyard in downtown Mansfield was cast amid perfect weather. Temperatures in the mid 70s with a gentle breeze greeted revelers who took in an evening of live music from local performers. The photos below were provided by Rob Stroul.
'Caps Plate Season High for Runs in Road Win
DAYTON, OH. (WFFT) - The TinCaps set a season high for runs as they won their second game in a row Saturday night at Day Air Ballpark, 13-4, against the Dayton Dragons (Reds affiliate). Catcher Ethan Salas (No. 1 Padres prospect) had three of the team's 12 hits, including a home run and a double.
‘Happy-go-lucky’ husky named Ice waiting at Wood County Dog Shelter for a home
A husky named Ice, who came to the Wood County Dog Shelter as a stray, is looking for a home. The 1-year-old is a small husky, weighing just 35 pounds. When Ice arrived at the shelter, he was wearing a dog license and his owner was contacted, but never came for him.
Crisis averted at the Wood Co. Fair Milkshake Barn
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - It was a close call for thewood County Clover Legacy Foundation and 4-H club at the Wood County Fairgrounds. The team learned their water was set to be shut off, which would’ve left 700 tubs of ice cream at the milkshake barn to melt and go sour. With some quick thinking and the generosity of some local business owners there will be milkshakes at the fair this weekend.
Former Toledoan Stars in Netflix Reality Series “Owning Manhattan”
A one-way train in the middle of the might with three suitcases and $12,000 in your. pocket, is one way to jump-start a life and career. Just ask Jordan Hurt, former Toledoan, real estate agent and one of the stars of Netflix’s reality series Owning Manhattan. Early stages. It...
Southwyck Lanes transforming into Incredibowl Entertainment
TOLEDO, Ohio — What was once known as Southwyck Lanes in south Toledo will soon open under a new name with new and revamped activities. Incredibowl Entertainment is slated to open this summer, according to its website. A Facebook post on the company's page from February says that the...
Sielschott gives tax planning tips at Wake, Rattle & Roll
LIMA — The Lima Chamber of Commerce met Friday morning for the Wake, Rattle & Roll event. Keynote speaker Robert Sielschott, CPA, CVA, Founder and President of Sielschott, Walsh, Keifer, Regula & Sherer, CPAS, Inc. gave his best tax planning tips for businesses in 2024. He discussed various topics such as critical expiring items, acquisition of business equipment, EV credit, SE tax, Ohio PTE, and BOI filing repeal.
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