ODOT is launching nearly 1,000 projects statewide in 2026, including local road improvements, a new Allen County roundabout, and expanded truck parking in northwest Ohio. Read moreODOT prepares for record $3.4 billion construction season across Ohio
Governor Mike DeWine joined Delphos City Schools to celebrate new legislation providing $20 million for a middle school addition, replacing a century-old building and paving the way for construction beginning in 2027. Read moreDelphos City Schools host Gov. DeWine to celebrate funding for building project
A vacant home in Bath Township suffered $75,000 in damage after an early morning fire, with no injuries reported and the cause still under investigation. Read moreEarly morning fire causes $75k in damage to vacant Bath Township home
A police chase ended in a crash on Allentown Road this afternoon. Read moreHigh-speed police chase ends in crash on Allentown Road
A Toledo man was killed and a teenager critically injured after a crash involving a semi on U.S. 30 in Allen County Saturday morning. Read moreOne dead, teen seriously injured in Allen County crash on U.S. 30
More than 3,000 Lima-area customers could have power restored by 3 p.m. Saturday as AEP Ohio crews work to replace storm-damaged poles and lines. Read moreUpdate on power outage in American Township/Elida
Mercer and Auglaize County residents are picking up the pieces after severe weather impacted the region Thursday evening. Read moreSevere storm damage reported across Mercer and Auglaize Counties
Thousands of residents in the Lima and Elida area remain without power following Thursday night’s storm, with AEP Ohio expecting full restoration by 11 p.m. Friday. Read moreAEP Ohio working to restore power after storm hits Lima area
A Bath Township home sustained significant damage after a fire that started in the garage spread to the second floor, with unattended burning believed to be the cause. Read moreFire spreads from garage to home in Bath Township, unattended burning suspected cause
A portion of Interstate 75 northbound closed for several hours after a semi-trailer fire earlier this morning. Read moreUPDATE: I-75 northbound reopens after semi catches on fire
The Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities recognized community partners at its annual luncheon while highlighting their impact and preparing for new leadership. Read moreAllen County Board of DD honors community partners at annual luncheon
ODOT is launching nearly 1,000 projects statewide in 2026, including local road improvements, a new Allen County roundabout, and expanded truck parking in northwest Ohio. Read moreODOT prepares for record $3.4 billion construction season across Ohio
Residents will have the chance to “come on down” and support Downtown Lima Inc. during its annual Game Show Extravaganza, a popular fundraiser offering more than $10,000 in prizes. Read moreDowntown Lima Inc. to host Game Show Extravaganza fundraiser
Lima City Schools leaders will host a community dialogue to discuss the district’s financial outlook and challenges. Superintendent Andre Rudolph says the meeting aims to increase transparency and involve residents in the decision-making process. Read moreSuperintendent invites public to discuss funding challenges facing Lima Schools
Allen County leaders and residents gathered at Lima Senior High School to raise a memorial flag and kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month. Officials emphasized the role of schools and the community in preventing abuse and urged residents to report suspected cases. Read moreAllen County marks Child Abuse Prevention Month with memorial flag raising
A woman is in custody after a prostitution sting in Bluffton on Monday. Read moreWoman arrested after METRICH Drug Task Force runs prostitution sting operation in Bluffton
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - March 30, 2026
Multiple fire departments battled a residential house fire northeast of Continental along the Putnam and Henry County line Monday evening. Read moreGarage fire spreads to home along Putnam-Henry County Line; multiple crews respond
Students at Ohio State Lima participated in a unique event designed to raise awareness for the deaf community by eliminating spoken communication. Read more“Deaf Town” event at Ohio State Lima builds awareness through ASL
Vietnam veterans were honored in Ottawa during an annual AMVETS ceremony recognizing their service, sacrifice, and long-overdue appreciation from the community. Read morePutnam County honors Vietnam Veterans with annual ceremony
The Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities recognized community partners at its annual luncheon while highlighting their impact and preparing for new leadership. Read moreAllen County Board of DD honors community partners at annual luncheon
A woman is in custody after a prostitution sting in Bluffton on Monday. Read moreWoman arrested after METRICH Drug Task Force runs prostitution sting operation in Bluffton
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - March 30, 2026
Multiple fire departments battled a residential house fire northeast of Continental along the Putnam and Henry County line Monday evening. Read moreGarage fire spreads to home along Putnam-Henry County Line; multiple crews respond
Students at Ohio State Lima participated in a unique event designed to raise awareness for the deaf community by eliminating spoken communication. Read more“Deaf Town” event at Ohio State Lima builds awareness through ASL
Vietnam veterans were honored in Ottawa during an annual AMVETS ceremony recognizing their service, sacrifice, and long-overdue appreciation from the community. Read morePutnam County honors Vietnam Veterans with annual ceremony
A woman is in custody after a prostitution sting in Bluffton on Monday. Read moreWoman arrested after METRICH Drug Task Force runs prostitution sting operation in Bluffton
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - March 30, 2026
Here is this week's wanted list from the Lima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers program. Read moreLima/Allen-Putnam County Crime Stoppers Wanted Persons of the Week - March 23, 2026
Authorities are investigating the death of a Van Wert man found in a wooded area in Delphos and are asking the public for information. Read moreInvestigation underway after man found dead in Delphos wooded area
A Findlay woman faces multiple charges, including murder, after a grand jury indictment in connection to a November shooting that left another woman dead. Read moreFindlay woman indicted on murder charges for November shooting death
A Chicago man was taken into custody after leading Ohio State Highway Patrol on a high-speed, multi-county chase on I-75 Saturday afternoon and was hospitalized for suicidal behavior. Read moreChicago man arrested after high-speed chase through three Ohio counties
