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Watch: Bernie Moreno speaks at Republican National Convention
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Bernie Moreno, who’s running for U.S. Senate in Ohio, spoke Tuesday at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Moreno, a businessman from Cleveland looking to unseat Democrat Sherrod Brown, was scheduled to speak Tuesday night on the main stage. Before that, he sat down with Chip Brewster of Nexstar Media Wire. […]
Kaitlyn Schmit & Friends conclude Convoy celebration with a bang
CONVOY—The streets were alive with the sound of music Saturday night as Kaitlyn Schmit & Friends played three hours of crowd-pleasing pop-rock and country on Franklin Street. The marathon concert concluded the Convoy Community Days festival, which was celebrating 150 years of the Village—first incorporated by Irishman Roger Nesbit...
Fishing derby lures dozens to quarry
DELPHOS — Forty-seven kids with parents and grandparents in tow lined the banks of the Coon and Sportsman’s Club’s quarry for the club’s 14th annual Kids Fishing Derby Saturday. The young anglers, ages 4-12, pulled 138 fish and one turtle from the water.
Guided tours highlight sites in Armstrong's hometown
Jul. 17—WAPAKONETA — The Auglaize County Historical Society will provide bus tours of Neil Armstrong-related sites in and around Wapakoneta from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, July 21. The guided tours last approximately 75 minutes and feature buildings and sites related to the childhood of the first man on the moon. Free will donations will be accepted for the tour, which begins and concludes at the ...
Tax deadline is fast approaching reminds Putnam County Treasurer
PUTNAM COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - The Putnam County treasurer wants to remind property owners that their tax deadline is fast approaching. Taxes are due July 19th, and people can pay them at the treasurer's office in the courthouse, located at 245 E Main St #203, Ottawa, OH 45875, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Thursday or Friday. Or people can put their payment in a drop box in an alley off Hickory Street. If you are mailing your check, it needs to be postmarked by July 19th for it not to be considered late. And if you own a manufactured home, your final payment date is July 31st.
Lima man arrested after shooting
LIMA — A 20-year-old Lima man is in custody after a shooting that caused critical injuries, according to a press release from the Allen County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the 2000 block of North West Street at approximately 9:31 a.m. Wednesday. They found a victim with two gunshot wounds. American Township EMS transferred the victim to Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center. The victim, who the sheriff’s office did not identify, had injuries that were “critical but considered non-life threatening,” according to the sheriff’s office.
Lima children learning from GenNext camp
Jul. 17—LIMA — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith visited GenNext campers at Bradfield Community Center Wednesday and said the camp is an important way to show local students how their education relates to real careers they can acquire in their hometown. The camp is part of a campaign by the office of U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), in partnership with Smith and other Ohio mayors to expose children ...
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.
Kids adventure into music with the Lima Public Library's Summer Reading Program
CAIRO, OH (WLIO) - Local kids got a lesson in music thanks to the Lima Public Library. The summer reading program through the library held "Adventures in Music" Wednesday at the Cairo branch. Kids of all ages came to learn about different musical instruments, the sounds of music, and the history of music.
Space enthusiasts and festival lovers converge on Wapakoneta for the 2024 Summer Moon Fest
WAPAKONETA, OH (WLIO) - This weekend, the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Wapakoneta is set to commemorate the 55th anniversary of Apollo 11 with the Summer Moon Festival. Pearl Lewandowski has more on this weekend's events. Earlier this year, visitors from all over the world came to Wapakoneta to...
Christmas in July fundraiser planned to help annual Children's Hometown Holiday
WAPAKONETA, OH (WLIO) - The Children's Hometown Holiday is gearing up for another year of helping kids have a memorable holiday, but they are looking for some help. Organizers of the event say it takes around $35,000 each year to put it on. So they are holding their first-ever "Christmas in July" event next Wednesday at the Five Vine Winery just outside of Wapakoneta to help with their costs. The Children's Hometown Holiday is the first full weekend in December and is filled with events and activities at no cost to anyone who attends. But after 18 years, the costs and the number of kids continue to grow.
Baker sworn in as Lima's police chief
Jul. 17—LIMA — Incoming Lima Police Chief Jim Baker said the city has had challenges, but the community can overcome them together. Outgoing Chief Angel Cortes said he will still serve as chief for another 10 days, but Wednesday's swearing-in ceremony made him feel confident he would leave the position in good hands. "I don't think we're going to suffer at all," he said. "We're just going to ...
Tuesday afternoon fire destroys Amanda Township barn
Jul. 17—AMERICAN TOWNSHIP — Firefighters from six area departments battled a barn fire Tuesday afternoon west of Lima that ultimately left the structure completely destroyed. According to Doug Lowry, chief of Spencerville's Invincible Fire Company, his department received a call at 3 p.m. Tuesday of a fire at 890 S. Grubb Road in Amanda Township. Lowry said the structure was completely ...
Man films underage girl at YMCA in Waterville, witness says
WATERVILLE, Ohio (WTVG) - If you see something, say something. That is exactly what a Waterville resident, who asked us not to use his name, did on July 3, when he says he noticed another member at the Anthony Wayne Community YMCA filming a minor who was working out at the gym.
Petition with over 4K signatures presented to city leaders; local groups demand action following OIS
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A local organization was at the Dayton city commission meeting Wednesday night, seeking answers after an officer shot and killed a 16-year-old back in June. Ohio Families Unite Against Police Brutality brought a petition with over 4,000 signatures to Dayton City Council. The group demands several actions including the turning over […]
Billy's Restaurant in Fremont has a new owner, and a familiar face as manager
Billy’s Restaurant, serving customers for more than 35 years, has a new owner. After facing some challenges in the past two years, the restaurant at 413 W. State St. in Fremont has undergone a change in ownership and management. The new owner has brought in some familiar faces to create a fresh start. ...
Toledo proposes lawsuit settlement for woman who said she was hurt by police
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A Toledo woman will walk away with cash after she claims she was hurt by Toledo Police. Kaylynn Smart sued the City of Toledo after she said she was assaulted during a traffic stop. It was an incident that was caught on camera and now the city is paying up.
Live & Learn to Focus on Acute Rehab Unit
Blanchard Valley Health System will host a “Live & Learn” educational presentation on Thursday, July 25, focusing on “Acute Rehabilitation Unit at Blanchard Valley Hospital.” The presentation will provide information on the new ARU at Blanchard Valley Hospital, which provides rehabilitation care for patients recovering from stroke, trauma, and other injuries and illnesses.
13 Action News Big Story: Affordable Housing
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The National Low Income Housing Coalition says there’s a shortage of over 200,000 rental homes that are affordable and available to low-income households. You can watch the full Big Story above. You can watch the full big story above. Latest Local News | First Alert...
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