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Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Mercer County ranks first in farm income
By Nancy Allen
Mercer County has again ranked No. 1 among the state's 88 counties for total farm income in 2008, with an increase of almost 21 percent from 2007.
Higher market prices produced increases in almost all categories for the county, according to data in the 2008 Ohio Farm Income report, the most recent available. [More]
Flyers all alone on top of MAC
Marion Local beats top-ranked St. John's
By Randy Bruns
MARIA STEIN - It wasn't exactly the textbook way to put a basketball game away, but considering the circumstances, the Marion Local Flyers will take it.
The Flyers suffered a rash of missed free throws down the stretch, but had just enough in the tank to hold on for a rugged 46-44 victory over the St. John's Blue Jays, who came into the game ranked number one in the latest Division IV state poll. [More]
Obituaries on January 22nd, 2010
Paul Buening
Paul H. Buening, 77, of Philothea Road, St. Henry, died this morning, Jan. 22, [More]
Harold Fry
Harold C. "Butch" Fry, 88, formerly of 514 Hines Drive, St. Marys, and a reside [More]
John Stachler
Former Celina resident John Stachler, 63, of Alpena, Mich., died Jan. 21, at th [More]
Jean Tangeman
Jean Tangeman, 66, 811 Williams St., St. Marys, died at 4:35 a.m. Jan. 21, at her home. [More]
Local pictures on January 22nd, 2010
Subscriber stories on January 22nd, 2010
County creates fund for lake improvement
Mercer County commissioners this week approved the establishment of a special fund to gather dollars for Grand Lake improvement projects.
The Merce
Officials study hydroelectric projects' risk
Celina
An offer to participate in American Municipal Power's (AMP) proposed hydroelectric projects in southern Ohio was met with reluctance by some Celina City council members Thursday.
St. Marys mayor reviews 2009 projects, predicts revenue to rise in '10
St. MARYS - Despite the economic downturn that impacted local municipalities last year, things are looking up, according to the mayor's state of the city report.
Police chief releases annual report
Coldwater
Coldwater Police Department handled more than 13,000 calls for service during 2009, according to an annual report released by Police Chief Randy Waltmire.
Redskins struggle to finish off Cardinals
ST. HENRY - A 20-point lead midway through the second quarter is usually a safe lead.
Turned out, it was only a highlight of Thursday's New Bremen-St. Henry girls basketball game.
Wildcats pull off upset of Indians
MINSTER - The Minster Wildcats used a strong defensive effort and a late rally to upset the Fort Recovery Indians, 38-36, in Midwest Athletic Conference action on Thursday night at the Minster Middle School.
Bulldogs remain in a tie for WBL lead
VAN WERT - It certainly wasn't the best performance of the season by the Celina girls basketball team, but it was more than enough to keep the Bulldogs in a tie for first place in the Western Buckeye League.
Muhlenkamp helps Cavs edge Tigers
Local Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Janae Muhlenkamp's driving layup with less than 10 seconds left allowed Coldwater to hold off Versailles and pick up a 39-38 win at Tiger Gymnasium on Thursday night in Midwest Athletic Conference play.
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