WLIO-TV (Lima, OH)

WLIO is a television station affiliated with NBC that serves Northwest Ohio and is based in Lima. It transmits a high definition digital signal on VHF channel 8 from its studio located on Rice Avenue. Viewers can also watch WLIO on Time Warner Cable channel 5 and in high definition on digital channel 1005. The station is owned by Block Communications and shares its facilities with its sister station, WOHL-CD, which is a Class A ABC affiliate.

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#285178

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#58033

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Continental knocks off Miller City to keep PCL title race alive

2 days ago | hometownstations.com | Tony Quach |Adam Solomon

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Delphos firefighters battle grain dryer blaze at Bunge Ag

2 days ago | hometownstations.com | Conner Prince |Stuart Hall

DELPHOS, Ohio — Fire crews in Delphos were called to a fire in a grain dryer earlier Monday. According to fire officials, crews responded to Bunge Ag in the 200 block of South Jefferson Street around 4:40 p.m. Upon opening the dryer, they found heavy smoke coming from soybeans. Firefighters had to shovel out hundreds of soybeans before discovering the fire and working to extinguish the flames. They remained on scene for several hours. No injuries were reported.
Findlay Man Arrested After Brief Pursuit Sunday Morning

3 days ago | hometownstations.com | Todd Cummins

FINDLAY, Ohio — A Findlay man was arrested following a brief vehicle pursuit Sunday morning. Samuel Hilkert, 29, was charged with fleeing and eluding and operating a vehicle while under the influence. He is currently being held at the Hancock County Justice Center. According to the Findlay Police Department, on Sunday, May 11, just after 8 a.m., an officer observed a silver Chrysler 300 traveling north on Grand Avenue. The driver “clearly disobey a posted stop sign on Grand Avenue at E.
One Dead in collision at U.S. 33 and Celina Mendon Road on Saturday

3 days ago | hometownstations.com | Todd Cummins

CELINA, Ohio — Mercer County Sheriff Doug Timmerman reports that his office is investigating a fatal traffic crash that occurred Saturday, May 10, 2025. Mercer County received a 911 call at 3 p.m. regarding a crash at the intersection of U.S. Route 33 and Celina Mendon Road. The investigation revealed that Eric Topp, 48, of Mendon, Ohio, was driving a 2005 white Cadillac southbound on Celina Mendon Road. James R.
Lima Senior’s Shawn Foster transfers to Spire Academy

4 days ago | hometownstations.com | Tony Quach

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Parkway secures 15th MAC softball championship with dominant win over St. Henry

5 days ago | hometownstations.com | Tony Quach |Dewayne Scott

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Half a century of service: Delphos Senior Citizens Center Honors Milestone

5 days ago | hometownstations.com | Todd Cummins

DELPHOS, Ohio (WLIO) — All that glitters is gold at the Delphos Senior Citizens Center as the organization celebrates 50 years of service to area residents. Seniors were invited to a celebration Friday afternoon that featured entertainment from the Jefferson show choir. Staff members say they are dedicated to serving older adults because they want to make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Lima Catholic students promote positivity during 42nd annual run

5 days ago | hometownstations.com | Todd Cummins

LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) – Lima Catholic students hit the streets Friday to show that they’re hooked on fun. The Positive Addiction Run wrapped up a week of activities, speakers and events for Lima Catholic Schools. The event included a 5K and a one-mile fun run. The focus of Positive Addiction Week is to promote healthy, uplifting activities like exercise, reading and sports. It also raises awareness about mental health and teaches students about the dangers of drug and alcohol use.
Lima students show appreciation for local law enforcement during special assembly

5 days ago | hometownstations.com | Stacey Cook

LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — The schoolhouse was rocking Friday as students from across the Lima City School District gathered at Heritage Elementary School to show their appreciation for local law enforcement. As part of a district wide celebration ahead of National Police Week, which runs May 11–17, students presented handmade cards, banners, and cookies to officers from the Lima Police Department, Shawnee Police Department, Lima Park Rangers, and other local agencies during a spirited assembly.
International Tank Service celebrates 50 years, donates $25,000 to Lima Aquatic Park

5 days ago | hometownstations.com | Stacey Cook

LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — What began as a small sandblasting company in 1975 has grown into an international above-ground tank contractor with deep roots in the Lima community. International Tank Service, now in its fourth generation of family ownership, celebrated 50 years of business in Lima this week. The company has expanded to four locations within the city, serving clients across 41 states and two foreign countries.