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Lima City Schools has started its summer food program, providing free hot meals to children ages 1 to 18 at several locations throughout the city. School officials say… Read moreFree summer meals available for area kids through Lima City Schools

The Allen Soil and Water Conservation District will host a native plant and rain barrel sale June 6 to encourage environmentally friendly gardening practices. The even… Read moreAllen SWCD encouraging pollinator-friendly gardening with June 6 sale

The West Ohio Food Bank will hold its annual resource fair and largest food distribution event of the year on June 4 at the Allen County Fairgrounds. The event will co… Read moreWest Ohio Food Bank preparing for largest food distribution of the year

The Lima Farmers Market will officially open its 2026 season on May 30 at the University of Northwestern Ohio’s Racers Station. The weekly market will feature fresh pr… Read moreLima Farmers Market opens May 30 with fresh produce, vendors and family activities

The Wheelhouse in Lima continues to provide bicycles to residents who lack reliable transportation, helping them get to work, school and essential services. The organi… Read moreBlessing of the Wheels event highlights Lima bike cooperative’s mission

NexGen Research is hosting a health fair and open house aimed at connecting underserved communities with clinical trial opportunities and healthcare resources. The “Di… Read moreNexGen research aims to connect underserved communities with clinical trials

Team Outreach Lima and several community partners are hosting “Out Loud and Unafraid” to continue conversations surrounding mental health awareness. The event will fea… Read more“Out Loud and Unafraid” aims to keep mental health conversations going

Lima Senior High School honored members of the Class of 2026 during its convocation ceremony, awarding more than $2.5 million in scholarships and recognition awards. T… Read moreLima Senior graduates receive more than $2.5 million in scholarships

Allen County commissioners met with the Lima Kiwanis Club Tuesday to discuss county projects, finances and community initiatives during a public question-and-answer se… Read moreAllen County leaders answer community questions during Kiwanis meeting

The Lima Memorial Day Parade will take place Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m., featuring one of the region’s largest parades and a Department of Defense military flyover. Th… Read moreFriends of Lima preparing for annual Memorial Day parade and community events