VIDEO: Lima Memorial unveils new breast cancer detection machine
LIMA —A new machine made its debut at Lima Memorial Medical Park’s Women’s Health Center on Wednesday, and it could hold the key to saving more lives from breast cancer.
Republicans push anti-abortion measures with new majority
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans are moving toward early action on abortion with their new majority, voting on two measures Wednesday that make clear they want further restraints after the Supreme Court overruled the federal right to an abortion last year.
Annual Jefferson Awards accepting nominations
LIMA — Community members who give of their time, effort and talents are receiving a public honor and thank you.
Air travel across US thrown into chaos after computer outage
NEW YORK (AP) — Thousands of flights across the U.S. were canceled or delayed Wednesday after a government system that offers safety and other information to pilots broke down, stranding some planes on the ground for hours.
City to host mowers’ info meeting
LIMA — The City of Lima will be hosting a mowing expo from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 1. The event will be held at Lima Senior High Cafeteria, 1 Spartan Way, Lima. The goal of the event is to give information to contractors before the mowing season.
Auglaize County to commemorate 175 years
WAPAKONETA — On Feb. 14, Auglaize County will commemorate 175 years. To celebrate, the Auglaize County 175th Anniversary Committee will hold a ‘First Baby’ contest. The first child born on Feb. 14 on or after 12:01 a.m. will win a gift basket. Parents of the child must be current residents of Auglaize County. In order to apply, participants must submit their names, residence, birth date and time of baby, location, phone number and email. The information can be sent to [email protected].
Featured events coming up in the Lima region
A Year in the Life
Youth employment program kicks off
LIMA — The next generation is preparing to lead the way. The City of Lima has kicked off the GenNext program for young adults ages 16-24. Any young adult who lives in the City and does not have a post-secondary degree is encouraged to apply. The program will provide a paid internship to those interested in learning about a specific field.
Defendants sentenced in Allen County Common Pleas Court
The following individuals were sentenced recently in Allen County Common Pleas Court:
Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center hosts café conversations
LIMA — Mercy Health-St.Rita’s Medical Center has introduced a new program known as Café Conversations. The hope is to focus on improving the health and wellness of community members.
