Small businesses honored for contributions
LIMA — Local small businesses are the heart of a city. In a week, one of three local small businesses will be honored for its achievements in the area, when the Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual awards gala.
Signed bill aids Lima-built tanks, combats fentanyl
LIMA — The Biden Administration signed a bill Wednesday morning that includes money earmarked for Lima-built tanks to help in Ukraine.
Museum compares depression, pandemic photos
LIMA — Allen County Museum Director Christine Fowler-Shearer said the exhibition for “Chronicles: The Great Depression and the Pandemic” will show the two events side by side through photographs and show how they compare.
Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan
WASHINGTON — The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars.
Senate passes bill forcing TikTok’s parent to sell or face ban
WASHINGTON — The Senate passed legislation Tuesday that would force TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat of a ban, a contentious move by U.S. lawmakers that’s expected to face legal challenges and disrupt the lives of content creators who rely on the short-form video app for income.
Jordan addresses Lincoln Day Dinner
WAPAKONETA — U.S. Rep. Jim Jordan thanked his audience and said the risks that it takes to get involved in politics as a conservative are worth it in a speech Tuesday night.
Mutual aid: Responding to the mental health needs of first responders
LIMA — It is often one of the most stressful situations one can face, whether it is dealing with a sudden death, being the victim of a crime or losing everything in a fire or other calamity. It can be a moment of chaos with emotions running high and tension filling the air.
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.
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.
Elida council passes first reading of cannabis ban
ELIDA — Elida Village Council took the first steps toward a ban on the commercial cultivation and sale of marijuana in the village Tuesday.
