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Ohio brewery sues Pennsylvania over 'protectionist' rules that limit beer sales
A Cincinnati-based brewery is taking aim at Pennsylvania's alcohol regulations. Urban Artifact, a 9-year-old brewery that specializes in fruit-infused beers, filed a federal lawsuit earlier this month alleging that Pennsylvania uses unfair barriers to restrict sales from companies that aren't located in the commonwealth. The suit was filed in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
Here’s how much Mahoning Valley arts organizations will receive from Ohio Arts Council
Donna Collins is the executive director of the Ohio Arts Council. According to Collins, the OAC board approved 935 grants to Ohio arts organizations. It’s a total of $22,704,702, the largest single round of grant awards distributed to OAC funding applicants in the agency’s history, according to Collins.
Older LGBTQ+ people often face social isolation and fear, but groups working to bring inclusion
Two Columbus documentary film makers interviewed more than 50 people who once frequented Ohio's longest-running lesbian bar. They found a common theme among many of the patrons. As the many of the patrons age, they've started to lose the sense of community they once found at the bar. Evidence shows...
Sixth Circuit tosses parent group’s challenge to Ohio school district’s pronoun policy
(CN) — A Sixth Circuit panel ruled in favor of a suburban Columbus, Ohio, school district on Monday, upholding its protections for transgender students. The Olentangy Local School District's anti-harassment policies and code of conduct bar discrimination based on "sexual orientation and transgender identity." The national conservative group Parents Defending Education argued in their May 2023 lawsuit that these policies mandated the use of transgender students' preferred pronouns and violated the First Amendment.
Dot’s Pet Center plans grand reopening in Lima
LIMA — Dot’s Pet Store, which closed in March, is celebrating its grand reopening to the public Sunday, Aug. 11 under new ownership and in a new location. The store offers an array of materials and supplies, as well as an assortment of small animals including kittens, reptiles and fish.
Growing STEM: GROB offering electrical training as part of apprenticeship program
When figuring out what career path he would like to take in life, Jahim Montano found that a visit to GROB Systems, Inc. in Bluffton helped him pick a path slightly different than his original plans. "I was originally going to go into automotive, and then I got invited to...
Allen County Public Health now accepts Medicare Part D for vaccines
LIMA — Allen County Public Health is now accepting Medicare Part D coverage for any vaccination recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with no out-of-pocket costs. Eligible vaccines include RSV, Shingles, Tdap and other vaccines recommended for international travel. The health department previously charged or referred...
Nonprofit Lima Music Academy asks for the public's help to continue its mission
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The Lima Music Academy is looking for the public's help in continuing its mission of empowering people of all ages with the gift of music. The nonprofit began in 2022 and gives free lessons in piano, voice, and violin to people of all ages. Research has found that learning music helps the learning process in all areas. It also helps students beyond their school years in areas like reading comprehension, memory, and problem-solving. But now the Lima Music Academy is looking for people to become regular donors to help continue and grow their program.
Lima's Smith shares updates to Rotary
Jul. 29—LIMA — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith told Monday's Lima Rotary Club meeting the city is still observing a decrease in crime, but an increase in homicides has spurred her into action with other mayors in the state of Ohio. Smith also provided updates on everything else the city has been accomplishing throughout the year including new developments concerning the Lima Aquatic Center, the ...
Second Saturday event at Swiss Community Historical Society to highlight garden and house
July 27, 2024, Press Release from the Swiss Community Historical Society: The Swiss Community Historical Society of Bluffton and Pandora will hold its final Second Saturday event of the summer on August 10, at the Schumacher Homestead, located at 8350 Bixel Road, Bluffton. Open hours are between 1-4 p.m. Visitors...
Dillon to compete at Bluffton
After graduating from Mount Gilead High School, track and field athlete Darbie Dillon will continue competing in that sport at Bluffton University. Dillon plans to major in early childhood education and minor in special education while at Bluffton — a school that was easy for her to choose. “It...
Sunday Snapshot: Vance continues to feel the scratch of "childless cat ladies"
It's been just one week since President Biden said goodbye to the campaign trail — and Vice President Kamala Harris' stepping into the party's spotlight sparked a tsunami of online, volunteer and donor support. Meanwhile, former President Trump's VP pick, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, keeps feeling the wrath of...
American Township home heavily damaged after fire
Jul. 29—LIMA — A residential fire in American Township on Saturday night resulted in approximately $400,000 in damages. The American Township Fire Department responded around 8:30 p.m. Saturday to a house at 3985 Chestnut Oak Trail, owned by Rickie Clay, for a fire that originated in a bedroom at the back of the house. No residents were home at the time and no injuries occurred. Lima, Shawnee ...