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Lima celebrates Memorial Day with parade, flyover
LIMA — The Stars and Stripes were flying in Lima Monday as residents took time to celebrate the nation and honor those who died protecting it while serving in the Armed Forces. The day started with a military flyover that had the hundreds lining Main Street in Lima in...
Lima shows patriotism and pride for armed forces at Memorial Day Parade
LIMA, OH (WLIO) - Lima residents lined the street on Monday to celebrate our nation's armed forces. Several parade participants explain just what those festivities mean to them. For the past 65 parades, the first unit to walk down the street has been the Lima Exchange Club, kicking off the...
The Village of LaFayette holds their 75th Memorial Day celebration
LAFAYETTE, OH (WLIO) - The village of Lafayette continues their tradition to honor those men and women who served and remember those they have lost. Memorial Day has been a big celebration in the village for the past 75 years. Each year there is a parade, music, and ceremony to honor those veterans and those who died in the name of freedom. Navy Veteran Dr. Jill Emerick delivered the keynote speech, and she urged the people to talk to veterans and learn from their stories of service.
Events around the region
The Laurel Oaks neighborhood in Elida is hosting a multi-day garage sale Thursday through Saturday. Anyone wishing to participate as a vendor can email Angie at [email protected]. Include your name, address, days you will be open and items you may have for sale in the email. The cost to participate is free for Laurel Oaks members and $5 for non-members.
Lima Memorial celebrates 125 years
LIMA — Lima Memorial president and CEO Mike Swick unveiled two works of art to celebrate a significant milestone for the health system on Monday. Lima Memorial celebrated its 125th anniversary with a rededication ceremony in its welcome center and Swick said it has been a long journey from the health system’s humble beginnings in 1899.
Allen County Children Services reacts to new funding
ALLEN CO. — Allen County Children Services is set to meet with Governor Mike DeWine this week to discuss the new pilot program that the state will fund to help 34 public children service agencies support foster families and children with complex behavioral needs. Sarah Newland, executive director of...
New Knoxville Historical Society shares stories of local people and businesses
NEW KNOXVILLE, OH (WLIO) - The museums of Auglaize County welcomed visitors to open houses on Sunday. The New Knoxville Historical Society is unique because it's made up of six different buildings instead of one, and each contains items relating to several areas of history. For example, in the Heritage...
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