Michigan water convoy passing through Lima

LIMA — The city of Lima will be among cities on the route for a convoy aimed at collecting water for Flint, Michigan, residents.

The convoy consisting of people coming from Minnesota, Mississippi, Kentucky, West Virginia and Pennsylvania is scheduled to leave Cincinnati at 6:30 am. March 12 and will pass through Dayton, Lima and Toledo to allow vehicles from each city to join.

The convoy will be giving fresh water to families in Flint. The cause includes donations of water, time and money.

If you are interested in participating in this community support mission, visit the event page on Facebook at http://j.mp/1Lvfabo (Ohio to Michigan: Flint Water Drop). Send a message or make a post. An organizer will be in contact immediately.