School delays and closings for Friday, March 10
Wintry conditions led some schools to delay the start of classes Friday:
Cowan found guilty of child rape
LIMA — A jury on Thursday found a Lima man guilty of sexually abusing his girlfriend’s 14-year-old foster daughter, but was cleared of some related charges.
Householder convicted in $60M bribery scheme
COLUMBUS (AP) — Former state House Speaker Larry Householder and former Ohio Republican Party Chair Matt Borges were convicted Thursday in a $60 million bribery scheme that federal prosecutors have called the largest corruption case in state history.
Commissioners approve rebuilding of museum wall
LIMA — Allen County Commissioners recently passed a resolution to continue work on the Allen County Museum. The retaining wall outside of the museum along Market Street is undergoing repairs. According to Allen County Commissioner Brian Winegardner, the original wall began to crumble over 18 months ago. Winegardner said once construction workers began to repair the wall they soon realized it needed more work.
Health department makes improvements
LIMA — Allen County Health department is looking to upgrade. The department requested an electronic medical records upgrade in 2020 once the ARPA funds were made available. Now the department is making plans to move forward. The Allen County Commissioners entered an MOU with the Allen County Combined Health District Thursday morning.
Here’s what Biden’s budget would mean — if it had a chance
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Republicans in control of the House, there’s no chance that President Joe Biden’s new budget plan will become law as it stands. Instead, the financial blueprint that he’s announcing in Philadelphia on Thursday will serve as a political talking point for a president preparing to run for reelection.
Norfolk Southern brings apology, aid to derailment hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Norfolk Southern’s CEO apologized before Congress on Thursday and pledged millions of dollars to help East Palestine, Ohio, recover from last month’s fiery, hazardous materials train derailment. But he stopped short of fully endorsing a Senate bill to toughen safety regulations.
Lima YMCA to host lifeguard certification class
LIMA — The Lima Family YMCA will be hosting a Red Cross Lifeguard Certification class this spring. The classes will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday during each session. The first session will begin Monday, April 17 until Wednesday, May 3. The second session will begin Monday, May 9 until Wednesday, May 24. The cost is $225 for members and $250 for non-members. Participants must be 15 years of age or older.
Lima YMCA to host youth flag football league
LIMA — The Lima Family YMCA will be hosting a spring flag football league for boys and girls ages 6-8. Registration is now open until Friday, April 7. The league will begin Monday, April 17. The cost is $28 for members and $52 for non-members.
