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Friday, May 10th, 2013
Non-denominational venue near Rockford offers a place to pray, meditate
By Margie Wuebker
ROCKFORD - The Truckers for Christ Ministry has rolled into the Motor Inn Truck Stop, and owner Rex Bragg could not be happier.
"This is a non-denominational program where travelers can stop for prayer and meditation," he said. "The goal is to have it available around the clock because the road can be a lonely place."
Formal dedication ceremonies were held Saturday morning, marking the official opening at the new location. [More]
Student model will pique visitors' 'curiosity'
By Eric Adams
WAPAKONETA - It's one small model for a museum, but one giant educational tool for residents and local students alike.
Curio, a 1/4 scale fully-functional model of the Mars rover Curiosity, debuted Thursday afternoon at the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Wapakoneta. [More]
Obituaries on May 10th, 2013
Lester F. Dicke, 95, of St. Marys, died at 10:45 p.m. May 8, 2013, at St. Marys Living Center. [More]
Cyril "George" Delzeith, 82, St. Henry, died May 8, 2013, at The Gardens at St. Henry. [More]
James Forsthoefel, 77, Coldwater, died Thursday at Celina Manor.
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Gustave C. Link, 82, Fort Recovery, died May 9, 2013, at Dayton Heart and Vascular Hospital. [More]
Rick Alan Marbaugh, 58, Celina, passed away at 6:15 p.m. May 8, 2013, at Celina Manor. [More]
Local pictures on May 10th, 2013
Subscriber stories on May 10th, 2013
WAPAKONETA - Sales tax revenue in Auglaize County rose in 2012 and continues to increase.
Commissioner Don Regula recapped finances and accomplishm
CELINA - A local agency that provides services for the elderly is seeking a replacement levy with increased millage at the polls in November.
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County soil and water officials must be proactive in addressing ag pollution concerns, according to changes in Ohio Pollution Abatement Program rules
Mercer County Knights of Columbus Track Meet
COLDWATER - After the first of two days of action at the Mercer County Knights of Columbus Invitational track meet on Thursday, Coldwater's boys and Marion Local's girls are leading the team competitions.
While known nationwide for its Sprint Car and Dirt Late Model racing, Eldora Speedway has had a wide range of racing events contested on the oval.
There have been motorcycle races, monster truck shows, tractor pulls and semitrailer races.
Western Buckeye League Tennis Tournament
LIMA - Celina's boys tennis team had a relatively short opening day on Thursday with all five spots in the Bulldogs' lineup advancing to Saturday's semifinals of the Western Buckeye League tournament on the Racer Courts at the University of Northwestern Ohio.
Local Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Alexis Zacharias' grand slam home run in the bottom of the second inning proved to be the game-winner as Celina's softball team defeated Northmont 6-3 on Thursday afternoon at Bill Feth Diamond.