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Students in Lima's GenNext program meet with Lima firefighters and explore lifesaving careers
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Several local students received a close-up look at life-saving careers on Wednesday. As part of the City of Lima's GenNext program, students met with Mayor Shareeta Smith and the Lima Fire Department at the Bradfield Community Center to learn more about jobs in public safety. Students checked out a Lima fire truck and were shown how firefighters and EMTs perform life-saving tasks in emergencies.
OSU-Lima plans registration event
LIMA — The Ohio State University-Lima will offer rapid online registration for the upcoming fall semester from 1-5 p.m. Wednesday, July 24, at Galvin Hall 305 on the Lima campus, 4240 Campus Drive, Lima. Students should plan to arrive no later than 4 p.m. to start the process. Participating...
Busing changes under consideration at Elida schools
Jul. 17—ELIDA — Elida schools may alter bus routes due to a shortage of available drivers for the upcoming school year. Superintendent Joel Mengerink notified the Elida school board Tuesday of the potential busing changes, as the district tries to hire six drivers before the start of the school year. Mengerink did not offer a formal recommendation but listed several potential solutions if the ...
Kids graduate with new knowledge and friendships as Safety City Summer Academy winds down
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Safety City Summer Academy is celebrating a successful season. This week marked the end of this year's academy, filled with important lessons and activities at Safety City. Hundreds of kids have graduated with new skills to protect them from potentially dangerous scenarios. Parents and instructors watched proudly as the children earned their certificates and bags of completion at the ceremony.
Public encouraged to attend regional roundtable on early childhood education and development
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The City of Lima will be hosting a regional roundtable event focusing on early childhood education and development. Groundwork Ohio, a non-partisan public policy research and advocacy organization, will be in town next week for a "Roadshow Listening Tour" at the Lima Public Library. Lima Mayor...
High School Sports: Strengthening Communities Through Volunteerism and Outreach
High school sports go beyond mere competition and athleticism; they act as catalysts for community engagement, volunteerism and positive social change. Across the nation, student-athletes, coaches, and teams actively contribute to their communities, making a difference well beyond the game. One of the primary ways high school sports enhance community...
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