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.
Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 2:25AM EDT until March 16 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Today 35° Today 35° likely 17° 17° chance Tomorrow 28° Tomorrow 28° 20° 20°
Friday, March 29th, 2013
Obituaries on March 29th, 2013
Shirley Louise Stammen, 76, Florida and formerly of Vandalia, passed away March 25, 2013, in Florida. [More]
Gloria J. Barnett, 71, formerly of Spencerville and Celina, died March 27, 2013 [More]
Jerry Wayne Stanley, 69, Rockford, died suddenly March 23, 2013, in Ringgold, Ga. [More]
Bruce A. Van Dine, 54, St. Marys, died at 1 p.m. March 26, 2013, at his residence. [More]
Bonnie R. Pyle, 84, Fort Recovery, died March 28, 2013, at Spring Meade Health Center, Tipp City. [More]
George E. Raudabaugh, 55, Dublin, died March 27, 2013, at Kobacker House.
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Leo Helentjaris, 89, Celina, died March 28, 2013.
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Julia M. Link, 79, St. Henry, died March 29, 2013, at Mercer County Community H [More]
Stories on March 29th, 2013
Students, teachers not too concerned over technology's impact on spelling
Whether the perpetual evolution of word processing and communication technology is a detriment to grammar and mechanics is debatable.
Chuck Smith, [More]
Mercer County 911 Administrator Monte Diegel will begin a 90-day leave beginning Sunday.
The request, reportedly made by Diegel for personal reasons, was approved in early March by Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey.
Interim director plans board training
CELINA - The board of directors of a local anti-poverty organization continues to project a positive, optimistic front as they carry on in limbo, awaiting the results of a state audit.
NK's Horstman tabbed top local player
New Knoxville's Haley Horstman led her team to a Midwest Athletic Conference championship and Celina head coach Brian Stetler guided the Bulldogs to one of the best seasons in school history to claim 2012-13 Daily Standard Player and Coach of the Year honors.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Wright State University-Lake Campus baseball team finally returned to action on Thursday and earned a doubleheader split against NCAA Division II Urbana University.
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