CELINA - Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey on Monday announced his intent to retire at the end of his sixth term in 2025 after more than 20 years of service. [More]

CELINA - Councilman June Scott during Monday's city council meeting said he would not support upgrading facilities at Montgomery Field if the city has to foot the long-term bill for upkeep and maintenance. [More]

MARIA STEIN - A $3.56 million increase in property valuation has resulted in a slight reduction of an emergency levy, Marion Local board members learned Monday night. The board also approved appropriations for fiscal year 2023.

NEW BREMEN - Village council members on Monday passed under suspension of rules an ordinance for the 2023 budget totaling $27.4 million.

Council approved the budget amount last meeting, but stipulated Monday a change in which council approves each section.

ST. HENRY - While St. Henry Local Schools District finances are in good shape, one district official during Monday's regular school board meeting noted district revenue has marginally increased while expenses have increased by more than 10% over several years.

ST. HENRY - Village administrator Stan Sutter during Monday's council meeting said he wants to complete the estimated $1.5 million Bernard housing subdivision reconstruction project this year.

COLDWATER - Mayor Doug Bertke thanked individuals for their service to the village at the first council meeting of the year on Monday.

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Saturday was a big day at Horsburgh Gymnasium in Cleveland.

The Case Western Reserve University men's basketball team improved to 11-0 on the season with a 74-69 win over Carnegie Mellon in the University Athletic Association opener.

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
and Tom Haines

An one-point second quarter hampered Celina and a late surge proved not enough as the Bulldogs lost 53-47 to Delphos Jefferson in a rescheduled boys basketball game on Monday at the Stage in Delphos.