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Back to School Block Party to return
LIMA — The South Lima Community Development Corporation’s Back to School Block Party will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10 at Philippian Baptist Church, 190 S. Eighth St., Lima. Children must be present to receive donations of school supplies, uniforms, coats, gloves and hats.
Napoleon man to serve up to 30 years in crash that killed passenger
MONROE — A Napoleon, Ohio, man will spend up to 30 years in prison for the death of a woman who was a passenger in his car when he fled police and crashed. Kim Lynn Fitch, Jr., 32, was sentenced Thursday by Circuit Judge William Paul Nichols to 13 to 30 years for involuntary manslaughter and reckless driving causing death and 17 to 30 years as a fourth felony habitual offender for first degree fleeing and eluding police officers. His sentences will run concurrently. Lesley Rosales, 46, of Leipsic, Ohio, died as a result of the injuries she sustained when Fitch crashed into a utility pole at Monroe and Tecumseh streets in Dundee, Mich., as he was fleeing police.
Doctors provide conflicting analyses from toddler's autopsy during murder trial
Lucas County Coroner Thomas Blomquist and one of his office’s former deputy coroners agreed in court testimony Thursday that a 3-year-old boy’s October, 2022, death was caused by severe head and neck trauma, but they differed on whether he was a homicide victim. Dr. Blomquist, who was a deputy coroner when he performed the autopsy on Declan Hill, likened the boy’s dislocated neck ligaments to the injuries he often sees on unrestrained car occupants involved in freeway crashes and denied any possibility that or his head trauma could have been caused by a fall in his Sylvania Township home. But...
The Cigar Affair Introduces Dennis Hopson’s Party Bus to Toledo
The Cigar Affair in Maumee has entered a new partnership with the Ohio State University basketball legend Dennis Hopson to bring new entertainment and event experiences to the Toledo area. Hopson’s journey in Basketball took him from Bowser High School all the way to Ohio State where he now holds...
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...
Lima Municipal Court records, July 11-17
Michiel D. Moore, 40, of Lima, pleaded guilty to no ol. Sentence: 10 days jail. 0 days suspended. $100 fine; pleaded guilty to theft. Sentence: 180 days jail. 0 days suspended. $100 fine. Latasha R. Roberts, 44, of Lima, pleaded guilty to found guilty of persistent disorderly conduct. Sentence: 30...
Hundreds Of Maumee Residents Unite To Oppose Sewer Inspection Ordinance
BY MIKE McCARTHY | MIRROR EDITOR — Hundreds of concerned Maumee citizens gathered for a public meeting at the Maumee Elks Lodge on Monday night to form a united front in opposition to a controversial city ordinance that has proven to have a negative impact on the value and equity of several houses that are for sale throughout the city.
Suppression of statements sought by stabbing suspect
Jul. 18—LIMA — A video of the police interview of a Mansfield suspect charged in connection with a stabbing in Lima in March was submitted to Allen County Common Pleas Court Judge Terri Kohlrieser on Thursday as part of a motion to suppress statements made during that interrogation. Rocky Hayner, 30, who is transitioning from male to female and has asked the court to be addressed as "Paris," ...
College Football 25 Delivers Game Day Experience to Rocket Nation
Tomorrow marks the official release of EA Sports College Football 25, the long-awaited return of the console game last released as NCAA Football 14 in 2013. The game’s debut on the latest console generation, Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, means a new experience for gamers including near-photo realistic graphics and an attention to the smallest details.
Volunteer Dive Team to be rewarded for locating Our Lady of Fatima Shrine lost in tornado
July 18, 2024, Press Release from the American Society of Ephesus, Inc.: RUSSELLS POINT, Ohio, July 18, 2024 – On March 14, 2024, the 60-year old Our Lady of Fatima Shrine at Indian Lake was destroyed by an EF-3 tornado that hit the lake region. The 20-foot-tall fiberglass statue was blown far out into the lake and was lost. Efforts to locate the statue by drone were not successful for over two weeks.
Toledo’s African American Festival happening this weekend featuring Jagged Edge
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Toledo’s 19th annual African American Festival is happening this weekend, featuring a lineup of iconic artists including Jagged Edge and Bootsy Collins. The festival is taking place on July 20 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Huntington Center, located at 500 Jefferson Ave.
Topsy Turvy Toys opens in Greenville
GREENVILLE — There is a new store in downtown Greenville, and it is sure to be a fun addition for the community. Topsy Turvy Toys opened its third location on Wednesday, July 17 and Greenville and the Darke County community now have a specialty toy store where they can find toys that can’t be found at the big box stores. The store is located in the building formerly occupied by Sweet Annie’s Cabin, 436 S. Broadway, Greenville.
Growing Midwest fast-food chain plans next Dayton location
WEST CARROLLTON, Ohio (Dayton Business Journal) -- A growing Midwest fast-food chain is looking to bring its specialty burgers and wide array of dessert options to a local city. Culver’s restaurant could be the first new retail establishment in the highly anticipated river district development in West Carrollton. The proposal...
Red Scare seek revenge in TBT after last year’s first-round upset loss
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – After last year’s first-round exit, the University of Dayton alumni team, the Red Scare, seek revenge in their sixth TBT tournament appearance with the opening round in the Dayton Regional at UD Arena approaching this weekend. The Red Scare are tabbed as the No. 2 seed in their regional bracket and […]
Winners of 'The Voice' return to Lakeside
LAKESIDE – American folk sibling trio Girl Named Tom will return to Lakeside’s Hoover Auditorium on Saturday, July 20, with tickets still available. Tickets for the trio's performance at Hoover Auditorium, www.lakesideohio.com are with adult tickets at $38 per person. A parking pass is separate. ...
What’s That?!? - Methodist Church Parking Lot
QUESTION: “Hey, what’s going on with the Tipp City Global Methodist Church parking lot? Are they expanding? It seems like they’re doing a lot more than just repaving.”. ANSWER: The church is redoing its parking lot and upgrading portions of it, but the new lot will have 51 spaces, just like the old lot. They’re adding new sidewalks, expanding some areas to offer more ramps, and adding brickwork and new signage. We’ve heard that the construction will likely be completed by the end of July.
Saharan dust and it's impacts on the tropics
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- In recent weeks, meteorologists have been closely monitoring the Saharan dust levels drifting across the Atlantic Ocean. This annual phenomenon, known as the Saharan Air Layer (SAL), plays a crucial role in shaping weather patterns and, notably, can significantly influence tropical activity. The Saharan dust originates...
Eight individuals appeared for arraignment
GREENVILLE — Eight individuals appeared for arraignment Thursday in the Darke County Common Pleas Court. Judge Travis L. Fliehman presided. Bobby S. Hicks, 32, of Gettysburg entered a not guilty plea to both count one: aggravated possession of drugs, a felony of the first degree and count two: tampering with evidence, a felony of the third degree. If found guilty, Hicks faces nine months up to 19 1/2 years and a $30,000 fine. Defense Attorney Randall Breaden entered a not guilty plea for his client, and it was agreed that the $50,000 bond that Hicks posted would be continued. Her next court date is scheduled for Aug. 23rd.
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