Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
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Crowd packs zoning meeting
Short-term rental issue tabled again
By William Kincaid
CELINA - The Mercer County Zoning Commission on Tuesday night moved to again table discussion on whether to restrict or otherwise regulate the practice of turning private residences into short-term rentals in East Jefferson Township.
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Senior Night win
Celina scores three in second half, shuts out Wapak
By Gary R. Rasberry
CELINA - Bolstered by a strong defense, Celina celebrated Senior Night in style by picking up its second straight win with a 4-0 shutout of Wapakoneta in Western Buckeye League girls soccer action at the soccer stadium.
The win moves the Bulldogs to 8-4-1 on the season and 6-2 in the Western Buckeye League. [More]
Obituaries on October 6th, 2021
Linda Baughman
Linda Baughman, Celina, died March 28, 2020.
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Wilma Heitkamp
Wilma A. Heitkamp, age 94, of Philothea died Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. [More]
Nevelyn Jones
Nevelyn Eloise "Annie" Jones, 91, of Willshire, Ohio passed away early Tuesday morning, October 5, 2021 at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. [More]
Bruce Fisher
Bruce L. Fisher, 64, died Oct. 3, 2021, at Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at Shane Hill, Rockford. [More]
Cyril Thobe
Cyril "Cy" W. Thobe age 91 of Chickasaw, Ohio died peacefully at 6:55 PM on Monday, October 4, 2021 at Otterbein, St. Marys. [More]
Alonzo Smith
Alonzo Boyde Smith, 58, of rural St. Marys, died Sunday, October 3, 2021, at his residence. [More]
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Subscriber stories on October 6th, 2021
Schools: Good Grade
Many area schools recently upgraded infrastructure
Most area school districts have pursued building projects or renovations over the last two decades and superintendents are largely satisfied with the state of their facilities, though major overhauls are in store for some districts.
Task force combats false info on election
Auglaize official a member of group
With questions about election integrity and voter confidence still making national headlines, a group of Ohio elections officials met Tuesday over Zoom to discuss election security and inform voters about state protocols.
2 new Auglaize COVID-19 deaths reported
WAPAKONETA - A woman between the ages of 40-60 and a man between the ages of 60-80 have died from COVID-19 since Thursday, according to an Auglaize County Health Department news release on Tuesday.
Rockford residents can sign form on poor cell service
ROCKFORD - Village residents who are upset over poor quality cell phone service will be able to sign a form at the village office that will be sent to cell phone service providers and hopefully spur them into action.
New fiscal officer hired, former one will help mentor
MINSTER - Longtime fiscal officer John Stechsculte is stepping down from the position but will continue working for the village as its assistant fiscal officer while mentoring his successor, Amy Siegel, as she learns the job.
Flyers swept in Fort Loramie
FORT LORAMIE - After 32 hard-fought points, Marion Local held a two-point lead in the first set where the margin had never gone above two.
But Fort
Riders advance to district
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
St. Marys advanced to the Division I boys golf district tournament after finishing third at the sectional tournament at Sycamore Springs in Arlington.
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