Bluffton history students uncover Lima’s first Black neighborhood
LIMA —Students at Bluffton University are discovering new history about the city of Lima.
Repurposed for good: Food bank opened in empty Lima building
LIMA — The Christian Community Corner Center is expanding its reach by becoming a food pantry. The center that was previously used as a soup kitchen is now providing community members with fresh food to take home.
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Ex-Ohio House speaker denies dinners with FirstEnergy execs
CINCINNATI (AP) — Former Republican Ohio House Speaker Larry Householder directly contradicted FBI testimony in his corruption trial Wednesday, taking the stand for the first time to deny attending a series of swanky dinners in Washington, D.C. where prosecutors have alleged he and executives of Akron-based FirstEnergy Corp. hatched a $60 million bribery scheme in 2017.
Cenovus buys Toledo Refinery
CALGARY, Alberta — Cenovus Energy Inc. has closed on the transaction to purchase BP’s 50% interest in the BP-Husky Toledo Refinery in Ohio. Cenovus already owned 50% of the facility, and now owns 100% and assumes operations. Total consideration for the sale is approximately US$370 million after closing adjustments, including working capital. Cenovus and BP will also enter into a multi-year product supply agreement.
Husted visits Apollo to push career education
LIMA — The current focus on education and job training reflects a growing recognition of the importance of specialized skills and knowledge in today’s rapidly changing world.
Man arrested for suspected $27,000 worth fentanyl possession
ALLEN COUNTY — A Kentucky man was arrested following a traffic stop in which authorities seized about $27,000 worth of suspected fentanyl, according to a Tuesday press release.
Ottawa students simulate disabilities in classroom
OTTAWA — March is recognized as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in the United States. Ottawa Elementary held “Mission Kind,” giving students an opportunity experience some of the conditions which limit functions of persons with disabilities. Kind is an acronym for Kids Impacted by Needs and Differences.
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Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center
Shawnee Noon Optimists honor students
SHAWNEE TOWNSHIP — As spring arrives and graduation looms large on the minds of high school seniors, Shawnee Noon Optimists took time Wednesday to recognize those students about to move on who have demonstrated a desire to perform at their very best.
