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Lima man indicted in Putnam County shooting that took Deshler woman's life
OTTAWA — A Lima man has been indicted here in Putnam County Common Pleas Court on several charges alleging that he shot and killed a Deshler woman last week and injured another person. A Putnam County grand jury has charged Konner Dunklee, 26, with aggravated murder, an unclassified felony; murder, an unclassified felony; attempt to commit an offense, a first-degree felony; felonious assault, a second-degree felony; and assault, a first-degree misdemeanor. ...
Serial NWO bank robber sentenced in federal case
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - A serial bank robber learned his prison sentence on Wednesday. Judge James Knepp II sentenced Gage Haws to more than 5 years in prison for each count, to be served concurrently, during his federal court appearance on April 24. He was convicted of five counts of Bank Robbery and ordered to pay more than $31,000 in restitution.
Dayton woman executes 11th-hour plea deal
LIMA — Potential jurors assembled inside the Allen County Justice Center on Tuesday morning quickly learned their services were not needed, as the defendant in a case unexpectedly pleaded guilty to all charges against her. Margie Parker, 39, of Dayton, was indicted by a grand jury in January on...
Putnam County Common Pleas Court
Autumn M. Parker, 42, Ottawa, pleaded guilty to theft. She faces up to 18 months in prison and $5,000 in fines. The judge ordered all criminal proceedings stayed while Parker completes treatment at the Ohio Guidestone Counseling Center. She was also ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $12,810.50 to Wild Bills Tobacco in Ottawa.
McDonald’s introduces a new McCrispy sandwich
LIMA — McDonald’s restaurants across the region are introducing a chicken sandwich with a twist. Area McDonald’s had the Bacon Cajun Ranch McCrispy available for purchase starting Monday. According to a press release, the fried chicken sandwich includes applewood smoked bacon, pickles and a cajun ranch sauce. Customers can also add lettuce or tomatoes to their sandwich.
Civic Center to host dance recital
LIMA — Steppin’ Out Dance Center is set to have its 31st showcase with two shows this weekend. Unstoppable will be at 1 and 6 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at Veterans Memorial Civic Center in Lima, and director Shifawn Youngpeter said the event will feature 185 dancers from ages one to 18.
Crime Victim Services educate community on available resources for National Crime Victims' Rights Week
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Crime Victim Services is ensuring area residents are aware of all available resources for National Crime Victims' Rights Week. The theme for this year was "How Would You Help," and Crime Victim Services promoted this theme by hosting an agency wide open house Tuesday evening in Lima. From the court advocacy and relationship violence programs to the Court Appointed Special Advocate, Crime Victim Services' goal is to educate residents on these resources should they become a crime victim.
Lima man sentenced on coke, meth charges
LIMA — With the birth of his third child just weeks away, a tearful Divante Hall on Wednesday asked for a delay in the implementation of his prison sentence on drug charges so he could witness the event. Hall apologized to the court and his family and asked Allen...
Lima man ordered to Toledo psychiatric hospital
LIMA — A Lima man charged in 2022 with two counts of felonious assault for attacks on family members was committed Wednesday to an indefinite stay in the Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital to receive treatment for a mental illness which currently prevents him from standing trial. David Crim, Jr.,...
Lima man’s death ruled accidental drowning
LIMA — Funeral services are planned for April 27 for a Lima man who drowned while fishing at Lima Lake, part of the Ottawa Metro Park operated by the Johnny Appleseed Metro Park District. An obituary for Gregory Long, 66, said he died “while fishing on his boat.”
ODOT seeks public input after presenting 4 roundabout construction options for the State Route 117 & State Route 501 intersection
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The Ohio Department of Transportation sought public input Tuesday evening after presenting four roundabout construction options for a busy Allen County intersection. ODOT plans to build the roundabout at the intersection of State Route 501 and State Route 117, just west of Lima. Currently, ODOT has...
Leipsic shooting under investigation, suspect in custody
LEIPSIC — On April 18, 2024 at 4:05 pm law enforcement responded to several 911 calls of shots being fired at 6302 Port Tec Parkway, Leipsic, Ohio at Kitchen Enterprises Trucking Company. Upon arrival, law enforcement and medical personnel discovered 30-year old female, Farrah Croninger, of Deshler, deceased and...
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