Special Weather Statement issued March 19 at 9:38AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Gusty winds from 35 to 45 mph this afternoon could blow around unsecured items. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor items. The winds will combine with dry conditions to result in an increased fire danger this afternoon. Outdoor burning is not recommended as any fire could grow out of control under these conditions.
Special Weather Statement issued March 19 at 4:28AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Gusty winds from 35 to 40 mph this afternoon could blow around unsecured items. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor items.
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Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
Obituaries on November 20th, 2012
Donald A. Smith, 80, St. Marys, died at 6:27 p.m. Nov. 18, 2012, at Lima Memorial Health System. [More]
Thomas F. Hedrick, 81, Coldwater, died Nov. 18, 2012, at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. [More]
Helena G. Davis, 84, Rockford, died Nov. 16, 2012, at Parkview Hospital, Fort Wayne, Ind. [More]
Stories on November 20th, 2012
CELINA - School board members are considering the next step after a bond levy for a school construction project failed at the November election.
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Fort Recovery man collects antique lights
FORT RECOVERY - Dr. James Vaughn, a retired Fort Recovery dentist, has been collecting and dabbling in antique Christmas lights since he was a freshman in high school.
Investigators seize car to search for clues in case
A Fort Recovery High School teacher made an appearance in Mercer County Common Pleas Court on Monday after being indicted on three counts of sexual battery involving a former student.
CELINA - Police chief Dave Slusser is worried his department will exceed its annual payroll budget, explaining to city council members on Monday night that Celina has been lucky not to have had a major crime spree in recent years.
ST. HENRY - Students attending kindergarten next year will spend a full day, every day, in the classroom.
Board of education members Monday night a [More]
CELINA - City officials are putting the final touches on a new policy addressing obstructions such as advertising signs and fences on city sidewalks.
They are still mulling over what areas of town should be regulated by the policy.
MINSTER - Board of education members Monday night formally accepted a donation in excess of $800,000 from the athletic boosters for upgrades to Minster Memorial Field.
MARIA STEIN - Superintendent Mike Pohlman warned board of education members Monday night that they could face important decisions as legislators consider revamping state-issued report cards.
St. Marys
ST. MARYS - The city expects a carryover of $24.3 million in all funds going into 2013.
St. Marys city council financial committee learned Monday that appropriations and revenues for 2013 are expected to mirror 2012's. [More]
Mercer County's unemployment rate of 3.8 percent in October is the lowest in Ohio and the only county below 4 percent.
It is the 12th consecutive
The Mercer County Educational Service Center board of governors on Monday unanimously approved additions to its 2012-13 substitute teacher and teacher aide lists.
MARIA STEIN - Josie Winner's volleyball season started with an injury but ended with a college signing.
The Marion Local volleyball standout made it official on Monday, signing with NCAA Division I Eastern Illinois to continue her education and volleyball career.
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