Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 6:07AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will become more widespread through this afternoon and then likely linger into this evening before tapering off.
The snow showers will be capable of causing brief periods of reduced visibilities, especially this afternoon. In addition, brisk conditions will prevail with west winds gusting in the 30 to 40 mph range today.
Light snow accumulations will be possible, mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. While roads will remain mostly wet during the daytime hours, some slick spots may develop toward sunset as temperatures begin to drop below freezing.
Please be prepared for the changing weather conditions today and the potential for reduced visibilities when driving.
Today 35° Today 35° likely 17° 17° chance Tomorrow 28° Tomorrow 28° 20° 20°
Thursday, October 2nd, 2008
Obituaries on October 2nd, 2008
Dorothea Marie "Dottie" Davis, 88, 806 Harbor Point Drive, Celina, died at 10:30 p.m. Sept. 30, 2008, at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater. [More]
David J. McEvoy, 53, 11539 Chickasaw Path, Lakeview, died at 6:35 p.m. Oct. 1, [More]
Former Coldwater resident William Sheeley, 74, 1201 Carson Way, Apt. 104, Greenwood, Ind. died Sept. 16, 2008, at the residence. [More]
Stories on October 2nd, 2008
Wing would house rocks
Officials at the Mercer County Library hope to build a $500,000, three-story wing to the Celina library to house its collection of rare minerals.  
A fundraising campaign to raise nearly $300,000 is set to begin next year, library Director Austin Schneider said. [More]
Adam Fennig of Celina stood in Mercer County Common Pleas Court on Wednesday morning fighting to keep his emotions in check as he apologized to the family of Megan Ann Jeffries prior to sentencing on misdemeanor charges of vehicular homicide and operating a vehicle under the influence. [More]
ST. MARYS - A debate it wasn't, as both candidates for Auglaize County commissioner were aligned on every issue discussed during a luncheon on Wednesday. But it was an opportunity to hear what and how the two men present their views.
The local health department would like to partner with other agencies and businesses that administer flu shots in order to provide area residents the best long-term protection from the seasonal illness.
Two Coldwater teachers can redirect their mandatory National Education Association (NEA) union dues to the Make-a-Wish Foundation after settling a lawsuit over what the union supports. [More]
Just by taking a quick glance at the statistical breakdown in the Western Buckeye League, it's not hard to see why Celina and Elida remain as the final two winless teams in the league.
Fans of the Masters golf tournament know that Saturday is considered "moving day." It's a day when those who will contend for victory need to move up in the standings.
Coldwater at St. Henry
"The Backyard Battle" pits two teams separated by five miles and a lot of rivalry. It's been a series that Coldwater has dominated in winning the last 11 meetings, the last St. Henry win coming in 1996.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The best fans - Grand Lake Area schools have been regulars when it comes to being named Fans of the Week by Lima television station WTLW, which broadcasts the nightly Sports Report five days a week.
Compiled by Ryan Hines
and Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina and St. Marys boys golf teams traveled to Stone Ridge Golf Course in Bowling Green on Wednesday for the Division I Boys Golf Sectional.
Local pictures on October 2nd, 2008