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Councilman holding meeting to discuss public's concerns about Lima's influx of Haitian immigrants
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - A Lima councilman is looking to address public concerns about the Haitian population that has moved into the area. 6th Ward Councilman Derry Glenn will be holding a meeting Thursday night to provide a discussion about problems that the public might have and talk about possible solutions to those specific issues. Glenn says he's received a lot of phone calls from people, so he decided to create a peaceful, open discussion about their concerns.
Spencerville man used counterfeit bills to purchase camper
LIMA — A Spencerville man will be sentenced in June after admitting in Allen County Common Pleas Court on Tuesday that he used counterfeit $100 bills to purchase a camper. As part of a negotiated plea deal, Justin Monhollen entered a plea of guilty to a third-degree felony charge of theft from a person in a protected class.
Marriage license applications filed in Allen County
LIMA — The following couples have filed applications for marriage licenses in Allen County Probate Court:. Richard Davis and Ashley Crowe, both of Lima; Andy Lindeman and Nichole Friend, both of Delphos; Tyeler Luke and Julia Bruton, both of Lima; Logan Core and Kendra Fuson, both of Spencerville; Alexander Turner and Karlee Marsh, both of Lima; Joseph Oakman and Brittney Steffen, both of Spencerville; Charles Reed of Dublin and Rachel Spencer of Elida; and Austin Miller of Elida and Mari Stegman of Hart, Michigan.
LCIC announces Barlow, new grant recipient
LIMA — Marcie Barlow will serve as the new executive director of the Lima Community Improvement Corporation, following an announcement at Wednesday’s mayoral press briefing that also included a new grant recipient. Barlow, from western Pennsylvania, said the opportunity was exciting. “It’s something that I’ve been working toward...
Communities show support for Lakeview student injured during track practice
Support for one family in the Lakeview community continues to pour in after an unthinkable accident happened at track practice on Friday. From prayers and encouragement to fundraisers taking place in several communities, it's all in efforts to lend a helping hand to the Placanica family and their son Frankie.
Make way for brewery development
Recent demoliton work on E. Buckeye in Ada has created a partial blank canvas for the creation of the Old Route 69 Brewery which plans to provide "craft beer, food and family-inclusive entertainment." The project now entails use of the Armory and the former Cole Motor Sales location.
Hayes found guilty on drug possession charges
LIMA — Joshua Hayes, a one-time chiropractor in Shawnee Township and a long-time proponent of the virtues of holistic medicine and medical marijuana, pleaded no contest Monday in Allen County Common Pleas Court to six felony drug charges. Hayes, who was a candidate for mayor of the city of...
Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce Recognizing Small Businesses and Leaders
LIMA (WLIO) - The lights and cameras were out as the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce held their 22nd Annual Awards Gala Wednesday evening. The awards did their part by shining a light on all the small local businesses and the hard work and difference they make within their communities by celebrating and rewarding them and their leaders throughout the night. With seven categories and several finalists among those in attendance, all walked away praised for their work and efforts.
Mayor Sharetta Smith kicks off her "Walking the Wards" series in the 4th Ward
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The 2024 season of Mayor Sharetta Smith's "Walking the Wards" kicked off Tuesday night on Lima's west end. On Tuesday evening, Mayor Smith along with Fire Chief Andy Heffner, Lima City Council President Jamie Dixon, and several other city officials walked the city's Fourth Ward neighborhoods. The mayor and her team stopped and talked with several Fourth Ward residents about what issues they are observing and what they would like to see happen. After the walk, Mayor Smith talked with Your Hometown Stations about what concerns neighbors addressed.
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