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ALLEN COUNTY, OH (WLIO) - As gun deer season continues, more cases of chronic wasting disease are being discovered in more Ohio counties. One deer killed in Jackson Township in Allen County was confirmed to have the fatal disease that affects the brain and central nervous system. It is also called zombie deer disease, because of how the deer acts. A total of 8 counties have had confirmed cases of chronic wasting disease, six, including Allen County, were added since the deer hunting season started. Deer harvested in Allen County are not required to get tested, but the Ohio Department of Wildlife is asking hunters to voluntarily get their deer tested to track the spread of the disease.

Experience the festive spirit at the Lima Holiday Festival, featuring over 20 unique locations, free Santa photos, DIY clay ornaments, dance performances, and more. Discover new local businesses and kickstart your holiday shopping in the heart of downtown Lima.

2023 dog licenses are now on sale in Allen, Putnam and Van Wert counties and must be purchased by Jan. 31 to avoid penalty. All dogs 3 months old or older require a license.

SHAWNEE TWP., ALLEN CO. (WLIO) - A lot of people put a good dent into their Christmas Shopping list thanks to the annual Apollo Craft Show. Hundreds of shoppers visited around 117 vendors to buy food, decorations, clothing, and more. Organizers say they keep the tradition going, because of how much the craft show benefits the community and the students at Apollo. The students are there to help during the show, and in turn, help the program as well.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around lima..

Experience the joy of Christmas at Spencerville's annual Christmas Village! With new activities like barrel cart rides and a bouncy house, kids not only have fun but also learn about money management. Join the countdown to the tree lighting and spread the holiday cheer!

The Lima Rotary Club is holding its annual Christmas raffle. Tickets have been mailed out. This year, there are four prizes. A $100 gift card to The Met is provided by Rob Nelson and Liz Leis. A $250 gift card to Von's Jewelry is donated by Dennis Vondrell.

Join the Allen County Dog Warden, Julie Shellhammer, as she discusses the importance of dog licenses and the upcoming renewal period. Learn about the penalties for late renewal and how license fees support the shelter. Plus, meet a lovable puppy ready for adoption!

DELPHOS — Seven-year-old Roy Trentman of Delphos got this six-point buck during the youth hunt on Nov. 18. It is his first deer. He is the son of Alan and Lauren Trentman.

Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, may seem like a typical Midwestern town, but beneath its surface lies a tapestry of eerie tales and spectral encounters. The legend of the Beaver Dam Ghost, a phantom that haunts the old railroad tracks, has become a chilling staple of local folklore. As Halloween approaches, the town buzzes with whispers of ghostly sightings and the melancholic sobs of Lucy, the unsettled spirit at the Beaver Dam Community Theater, a site with a sorrowful past.

This page didn't load Google Maps correctly. See the JavaScript console for technical details. The annual Nature Photography Contest Exhibition will open Dec. 1 and run through Jan. 3 at ArtSpace/Lima. All amateur photos from Allen County submitted were juried into four categories.

LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Liberty Arts Magnet School 7th and 8th graders performed Wednesday night in the school's first recital to focus entirely on dancers. Dancing in the Lights featured 11 songs focused on the theme of light. The performance included a variety of glowing props and showcased the upgrades to the Joe Henderson Auditorium's lighting system.

DELPHOS, OH (WLIO) - It's the most wonderful time of the year and residents in Delphos are feeling the Christmas spirit. The Delphos Canal Commission Museum is kicking off its 24th annual "Celebrate Christmas Tree Festival". The museum is filled with Christmas trees all of different sizes, shapes, and colors. Local organizations and clubs come to decorate trees that are on the first floor of the museum, and the second floor is all done by local volunteers looking to spread the holiday cheer with their own unique designs. The museum's gallery of Christmas trees is just the tip of the iceberg for folks to come and see what they have to offer and learn about the community.

Best friends Anita and Rainie find refuge by an old sycamore tree with its neighboring lot of stray dogs that have a mysterious ability to communicate with humans. The girls learn that they are preceded by generations of dog-headed women and woman-headed dogs whose bloodlines bind them together. Anita convinces Rainie to become a dog with her, tying a collar of red string around each of their necks to preserve their kinship forever. But when the two girls are separated, Anita sinks into a dreamworld that only Rainie knows how to rescue her from. As Anita’s body begins to rot, it is up to Rainie to rebuild Anita’s body and keep her friend from being lost forever.

LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Your high school prom may have been unforgettable, but the dress you wore has likely been collecting dust in your closet for years. But don't worry; the Kiwanis Club of Lima is now accepting donations of prom dresses until January 15th. So, whether you want to free up some space in your wardrobe or participate in a good cause, you can drop off your prom dresses and/or tuxedos at Duffy's Dry Cleaners in the Shawnee Plaza located at 2505 Shawnee Road, Lima, OH 45806. The donation will be used in the Kiwanis Club's annual Diva's Den, which opens on Saturday, January 20th, at the Masonic Center, located 2165 N Cole St, Lima, OH 45801, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Beatitudes in Ada is hosting a Kids Gift Shopping event this Saturday December 2. The Kids Christmas event will take place from 11am until 2pm Saturday. Kids can visit and have pictures with the Grinch and more activities are planned. Beatitudes Community Center is located at 210 North Main Street...

LIMA — Since 2000, the Royal Kids camp has become a place for children to get away for one week in the summer. Originally, the camp started in 1985 in California. Royal Kids made its way to Lima a couple of decades later. “Grandma” of the local camp, Linda Harthun, spoke at the Kiwanis Club on Tuesday afternoon to share more about the organization.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around lima..

ELIDA — Nine Elida High School students will perform with the Ohio Music Education Association District 3 Honors Band, Choir and Jazz Band at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14, at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Van Wert. Those students are Benton Harris, Pierce Tracy, Leila Hannouz, Catherine Myers,...

Discover how FreshnFaded and Unity Weddings are empowering young entrepreneurs in Lima through a unique pop-up shop. Learn how these budding business owners are gaining valuable insights into finance, marketing, networking, and even selling their products to the public.