CELINA - Although the holidays are supposed to be about giving thanks and bringing families together, it's easy for a snide comment or a political debate to ruin the merriment. Things go better when savory turkey, buttery rolls, green bean casserole and spiced cider are the only things on the table.

CELINA - A 49-year-old Celina man who allegedly shot his stepson-in-law in the back at a Celina residence in early November was indicted on attempted murder charges this week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court.

SIDNEY - After three straight running-clock victories to start the playoffs, Anna looked ready to give Coldwater a run for its money in the Division VI, Region 24 final.

CELINA - For three quarters, Celina was doing everything right, using solid defense and clutch shooting to go up as much as 12 points on Spencerville midway through the third quarter.

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

St. Marys overcame a hot start by Fairview before coming back to start the second quarter and left Defiance County with a 63-53 win in the girls basketball opener between the teams in Sherwood.