CELINA - Celina firefighters are training with a new $8,000 strut system that could help first responders perform emergency rescues.

Celina Fire Chief Doug Wolters said the new system from Paratech is a specialized piece of rescue equipment that is very versatile.

CELINA - Mercer County Board of Elections members on Tuesday morning moved to accept federal services to further safeguard the local voting systems. [More]

CELINA - Diplomas are to be given to 164 graduates during Celina High School's annual commencement ceremony at 8 p.m. Friday at the football field.

ST. MARYS - A total of 178 graduates will receive diplomas during a commencement ceremony at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Memorial High School gymnasium.

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CELINA - St. Henry-based Ciao Bella Boutique has opened a second store in downtown Celina, meaning fans in northern Mercer and Auglaize counties will no longer have such a long drive to check out the latest fashions.

ROCKFORD - A new gym will allow members to work out on their own schedule, mornings, afternoons or nights.

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Only one time in his coaching career can Minster coach Mike Wiss recall seeing anything like last Saturday's Division IV district baseball championship game between his Wildcats and Crestview.

Elida's Ed Sandy Field has been a home away from home for the Coldwater baseball team over the years.

The venue has regularly hosted the Division III district and regional baseball tournaments in which the Cavaliers have appeared.

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

Coldwater tuned up for its Division III regional game with a 6-3 win over Division IV regional qualifier Russia on Tuesday at Veterans Field in Coldwater.