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Freeze Warning issued April 24 at 10:02PM EDT until April 25 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 expected.
* WHERE...Hardin, Mercer, Auglaize, Shelby, Logan, Union, Delaware, Champaign and Licking Counties.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Saturday, May 31st, 2008

Photo by Margie Wuebker/The Daily Standard

Folks might consider Richard "Rich" Boeckman's method of planting flowers somewhat skimpy. He is merely giving the plants extra room to grow. Passers-by and neighbors can attest that his philosophy translates into a colorful display at the intersection of Garfield and Third streets in Minster.

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91-year-old plants eye candy for town to enjoy

MINSTER - Richard "Rich" Boeckman believes in doing his part to brighten at least one corner of this Auglaize County community.

At 91, the former b [More]

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