We can’t afford to keep falling behind. Sharetta Smith is mayor of Lima. Her column does not necessarily reflect the opinion of The Lima News editorial board or AIM Media, owner of The Lima News.

It was 50 years ago when Butch Kirk and his grandfather Everett Kirk sketched out the plans for what would become ...

According to the Lupus Foundation of America, an estimated 1.5 million Americans live with lupus, and 90% of those diagnosed ...

It’s a great opportunity to talk about streets, sidewalks, curbs,” Coleman said. “There’s been a lot of talk about trash, so ...

Apr. 9—LIMA — Lima Mayor Sharetta Smith announced she will join a cohort of 12 mayors from across the country for a national pedestrian safety leadership program. The mayor will join the 2025 ...

Mayor Sharetta Smith said Shawnee Lakes would get the exemption for a project to provide 36 new housing units. "The request is for a 15-year tax abatement at 75 percent, and council will ...