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600 block of South Main Street, Lima — The theft of a motor vehicle was investigated Tuesday. 1000 block of North McDonel Street, Lima — Police responded Tuesday to a report of sex offenses. 500 block of South Metcalf Street, Lima — A theft was reported Tuesday.
Smith to participate in Roadshow Listening Tour
LIMA — Groundwork Ohio will host the “Roadshow Listening Tour” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 23 at the Lima Public Library, 650 W. Market St., Lima. Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith will join Findlay Mayor Christine Muryn on the panel to discuss making the state a good place to live for young children. People can RSVP at bit.ly/467oVZ8.
Fire Training Committee gives update
PIQUA — The Commissioners Committee on the Fire Training Facility gave their monthly report to the Piqua City Commission during its Tuesday, July 16 meeting. This special committee was established by a resolution adopted by the Piqua City Commission on Feb. 6 to create a report detailing events between 2017 and 2023 at the Fire Training Facility. During that time, the Energy Safety Response Group (ESRG) occupied the site, which burned lithium-ion batteries. In September 2023, ESRG was required to shut down operations by the city of Piqua and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Bethany Center acquires stove
PIQUA — The Bethany Center recently received a donated stove from Westminster Presbyterian Church, which replaces the center’s previous 500-pound cast iron stove that was purchased at auction in 2001. Various members of the community also donated services to move and install the newly acquired stove at the Bethany Center.
K. Schmit & Friends at Huggy Bear
MIDDLE POINT--Kaitlyn Schmit & Friends will be playing Huggy Bear campground as part of the annual St. Jude benefit this Friday, July 19 from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.--and not 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. as previously stated. They will also be playing from 7:30-10:30 p.m. in Fountain Park on August...
Sheriff’s Report
A deputy was sent to the Worth Community Correctional Facility in Lima, at 11:17 a.m., July 2, to take custody of Joshua E. Legge, 40, of Kenton, for an outstanding arrest warrant. Legge was taken to Tri-County Regional Jail. A deputy was dispatched to the Adult Probation Office on Route...
Minster Wins 2024 State ACME Title, Niemeyer Named Tournament MVP
(7-16-24) It took 8 innings but the Minster Wildcats would score 3 runs in the top of the inning to beat Van Wert and win their first ever State ACME Title last night in Coldwater 3-0. What turned out to be the winning run…Minster’ centerfielder ‘s Caleb Couse lined a...
Individual accused of strangulation surrenders right to a prompt trial
The perpetrator of a strangulation incident near Spencerville earlier this year was requested by the alleged victim to be kept behind bars for as long as possible during a hearing in Lima on Monday. Prosecutors have accused the individual of the crime. At a pre-trial hearing for Ty Shellenbarger Jr.,...
Summer Moon Festival to return to Wapak
Jul. 16—WAPAKONETA — This year's Summer Moon Festival will offer several new features and events including a former NASA astronaut. Director of the Wapakoneta Chamber of Commerce Jackie Martell said the weeklong event to celebrate the anniversary of Neil Armstrong's walk on the moon, which started with Downtown Wapakoneta by Moonlight Tuesday, will continue when the festival itself starts at 4 ...
Anti-Israel resolutions on docket for US teachers union
At its upcoming convention in Houston, which begins on July 22, the American Federation of Teachers plans to vote on several anti-Israel resolutions, including those that oppose “weaponization” of Jew-hatred, and advocate divestment from Israeli bonds and halting U.S. military aid to Israel. “These resolutions not only marginalize...
Mike Buzin ‘94 to Be Inducted Into the Athletic Hall of Fame
OHIO CITY, OH - Mike Buzin ’94 played a key role on the Saint Ignatius powerhouse football team in the early 1990s. During that dominant run, he was a two-year starter on both offensive and defensive lines. His high school career culminated in undefeated junior and senior seasons, capped by the USA Today national title in 1993 and state titles in ’91, ’92, and ’93.
Lima's Bradfield Center opens doors for Boys & Girls Club
LIMA (WLIO) - A project that took more than nine months to fully come together has finally arrived for young people within the Lima community, as the Boys & Girls Club is coming to Lima exclusively at the Bradfield Center. Today marked the first day of orientation for parents interested...
Learning about the rich history of Wapakoneta through tours with the Auglaize County Historical Society
WAPAKONETA, OH (WLIO) - History buffs took to the streets Tuesday night in downtown Wapakoneta to learn more about the rich history of the Auglaize County seat. The Auglaize County Historical Society hosted tours beginning at the Auglaize County Municipal Court and took local residents through Downtown Wapak to learn about some of the buildings they may drive by every single day. The tour included stops at the local post office and the Wapa Theatre, as well as various shops and restaurants along East Auglaize Street. The goal is to let residents learn something new about the city they live in.
Elida schools to stay in voucher lawsuit
Jul. 17—ELIDA — The Elida school board renewed its participation in the coalition of public schools suing Ohio's EdChoice voucher system in a split vote Tuesday. A motion to pay Elida's dues toward the Ohio Coalition for Equity and Adequacy of School Funding and EdChoice litigation — for a combined cost of $4,110 for the upcoming school year — passed by a 3-2 vote, with board members David ...
Wiffle ball with police in the Piqua parks
Piqua High School Resource Officer Chris Walters gets ready to pitch to one of the many young people that came out to enjoy a game of wiffle ball with Piqua Police officers and the Miami County Park District Ranger as part of the Police in the Parks program on Tuesday, July 16, at Pitsenbarger Park in Piqua. Piqua Police Chief Rick Byron, who came to cheer on the teams, said he was impressed with the large number of kids who came to enjoy some time with the officers. The next opportunity for local kids to challenge the officers will be a kickball game at Lower Mote Park by College Street on Wednesday, July 24, from noon to 1:30 p.m. There will also be a basketball game with the officers on Friday, Aug. 2, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Fountain Park, and the final game will be flag football on Friday, Aug. 16, from 1-3 p.m. at Kiwanis Park.
Aspire program providing education for adults
LIMA (WLIO) - One of Lima's best-kept secrets is located directly downtown. The Adult Learning Center located on West Spring Street in Lima is home to two programs, including "Aspire," designed to teach adults of all ages how to read to succeed and learn to earn at no cost. Aspire...
Plans underway for Sidney’s Civil War Living History Weekend
SIDNEY — Final plans are being made for Sidney’s Civil War Living History Weekend. The two-day event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 21, and Sunday, Sept. 22, in Tawawa Park in Sidney. The event is free and open to the public. “Tawawa Park’s 230 acres is ideally suited...
Haase Ready For Eldora With New Crew Chief
ROSSBURG, Ohio — The world of sprint car racing congregates at Eldora Speedway this week for four nights of racing that culminates with the 41st running of the Kings Royal on Saturday. The event features a who’s who of sprint car racing’s elite from the nascent High Limit Racing...
McKenna Haase on Noble Quest at Kings Royal
INDIANAPOLIS (July 15, 2024) – The world of sprint car racing congregates this week at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio, for four nights of racing action that culminates with the 41st running of the Kings Royal. The event features a who’s who of sprint car racing’s elite from the...
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