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.
Darke County hog farmer Jeff Wuebker has been appointed by Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland to serve on the 13-member Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board.
Mercer County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) Administrator Nikki Hawk reported the news to board members during their meeting Wednesday. [More]
ST. MARYS - Two U.S. Republican Congressmen presented a dismal portrait of the nation, but said there's still hope because Americans are starting to awaken.
The U.S. has an energy crisis, and that problem could bring jobs to Ohio through new development of existing state resources, U.S. Congressman Bob Latta said Wednesday.
CELINA - The local health department is contracting with an outside company to supply seasonal flu vaccine, monitor supplies, collect fees and handle other paperwork for one year. [More]
ROCKFOD - A Rockford man faces a charge of felonious assault in the wake of a domestic violence incident involving a butcher knife. The incident occurred shortly after 10 p.m. Tuesday at his home.
NEW BREMEN - Officials at New Bremen Local Schools are considering a reduction in egress lighting that could lead to savings in energy costs.
Superintendent Ann Harvey told board of education members Monday night that a lot of the lighting - inside as well as outside - stays on around the clock.
2009-10 Grand Lake Area Girls Basketball Dream Team
The player who was one of the most dominant players in the Grand Lake area and the coach of one of the hottest teams when it counted the most were named The Daily Standard's Girls Basketball Player and Coach of the Year.
