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Lima, Ohio Patch AM: a 5 min read

Morning Lima! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Meet the conductor auditioning at Sunday's Lima Symphony concert
  • Where do Lima roads need safety fixes? Residents can weigh in
  • Springview Manor honors veterans, including longtime honor guard member

Also on today's calendar: City of Lima Homebuyer Workshops and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 62 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cooler with showers around, temps: high: 49, low: 30.
  • Friday: Cloudy and chilly, with a high of 44 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Symphony's ‘American Tapestry' highlights composers from U.S. (limaohio.com) — Lima Symphony audiences will hear music director candidate Fernanda Lastra lead “An American Tapestry” at 3 p.m. Sunday at Veterans Memorial Civic Center. Grammy-winning violinist Melissa White joins the program, which explores American musical traditions as Lastra auditions for the orchestra's top job. Tickets cost $10 to $55.
   

2. Residents give feedback on Lima road safety plan (limaohio.com) — Lima residents have until Dec. 10 to flag dangerous streets and near misses as the city develops its road safety plan. Crash analysis identifies North Cable Road segments among the worst trouble spots, while residents have raised school traffic concerns. A virtual open house is scheduled for Dec. 2, from 6 to 7 p.m.
   

3. Springview Manor honors veterans ahead of Veterans Day (hometownstations.com) — Veterans living at Lima’s Springview Manor received certificates of appreciation during a ceremony presented by VFW Post 1275 and its honor guard. Navy veteran Dick Coon, who served in World War II and the Korean War, said being remembered meant a great deal to him.
   

4. Former Marine One Pilot's wife reflects on life as a military wife (hometownstations.com) — At Lima Kiwanis, Joan Klingler recalled keeping her husband connected to their four children through daily letters and cassette recordings during his military absences. Don Klingler’s 30-year Marine Corps career included piloting Marine One for Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson and Richard Nixon, but Joan described family as the greatest part of her life.
   

5. Lima business owner honors fellow veterans with free meal and resources (hometownstations.com) — Veterans gathered for more than a free meal at downtown Lima's Uptown Bar and Grill 318: they could also connect with Veterans Services representatives, receive clothing and get food assistance. Owner and fellow veteran Leandra Johnson organized the gathering to recognize their service and offer a place to find support.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday November 11
  • JV Girls Basketball vs. Botkins
    Wapakoneta Elementary School, 900 N Blackhoof St Basecamp 1, Wap
    6:00 pm
    • Thursday November 12
  • PLS Military Wall of Honor Induction
    Perry Local Lima, OH 45806
    6:00 pm
  • Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Botkins
    Wapakoneta High School, 1 Redskin Trail, Wapakoneta
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Moving into a new place this winter?
    Call the electric and gas utilities with your new address and start date. If a meter is already in place, the utility must start service within three… (Nextdoor )
  • ISO: Leaf Cleanup Service 🍂
    Looking for someone who offers leaf cleanup services in the Lima area. This is something we’ll need done multiple times throughout the fall before… (Nextdoor West Side - Faurot Park)
  • Dollar General posted a job opening for ASST STORE MGR in LIMA OH S11039 in Lima. Apply here.
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Morning Team Member in Lima. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lima here.

Ok Lima! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Lima

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