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Thursday, November 21st, 2024
Ex-junkyard contaminated
Auglaize County will spend $2.4M to clean up area
By William Kincaid
WAPAKONETA - Auglaize County commissioners have been awarded a $2.1 million state grant to clear away decrepit structures and debris and remediate contaminated soil at a 19-acre former junkyard site northeast of St. Marys.
Once the estimated $2.4 million project is complete, the property at 14505 Townline-Kossuth Road in Noble Township will be ready for future development, according to county administrator Erica Preston. [More]
Obituaries on November 21st, 2024
Jerome Kemper
Jerome "Jerry" Kemper, age 95, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at his home in Osgood. [More]
Gary McKibben
Gary McKibben, age 77, a resident of Geneva, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at his home in Geneva. [More]
Terry Bruns
Terry 'Tribey' Bruns, age 69 of Coldwater, died on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at his residence. [More]
Craig DeMange
On Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 5:00PM, Craig J. DeMange, age 49, peacefully passed away surrounded by his family after battling cancer for over two years. [More]
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Mercer Hospital recognized among best in Ohio
COLDWATER - Mercer County Joint Township Hospital was recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States by Newsweek Magazine and Statista, Mercer Health CEO Lisa Klenke reported Wednesday.
Celina man sentenced on assault
CELINA - A Celina man was sentenced Wednesday in Mercer County Common Pleas Court on vandalism and assault charges.
Cameron E. Ofray, 21, was sentenced to up to five years of community control sanctions on one count of vandalism, a fifth-degree felony, and assault, a first-degree misdemeanor.
Horse and Buggy Tales
Appraisal values and court costs
On Aug. 17, 1825, John and Katherine Ingleright's estate was on the docket of the court of common pleas for settlement. The sale of the property was
OPSMA All-Northwest District Football
Top honors for area players, coach
Eight area football players and one coach earned top honors as the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association Northwest District Board released its postseason honors list on Wednesday evening.
MAC teams get rematches in regional finals
  MAC-tion will be abundant on Friday night.
At least two Midwest Athletic Conference teams will advance to the state football final four in two divisions as conference teams will face off against each other in two regional finals and another will play in another regional.
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CAVS FACE ROCKETS IN REPLAY
Like Minster and Marion, Coldwater and Anna's first meeting was competitive. The teams played Sept. 13 at Cavalier Stad
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James Niemeyer, WR, Minster
Five receptions for 81 yards and two touchdowns in the Wildcats' 42-0 win over Cincinnati College Prep.
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Lima Symphony Storytime

Coldwater Middle School presents "Shrek Jr."

St. Marys vs London football

Minster vs Cincinnati College Preparatory football
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Carcass of endangered fin whale washes up near Alaska's largest city
From mac and cheese to momos: A parent's guide to raising global eaters
What is a 'bomb cyclone'?
An Indian family froze to death crossing the Canada-US border, a perilous trip becoming more common
Today in History: November 21, Las Vegas hotel fire claims 85 lives
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4-H Animal projects

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Wednesday, November 20th, 2024
Celina pledges to tackle finances
Might consider a business manager
By William Kincaid
CELINA - School board members have initiated a restructuring process that will result in some staffing cuts and internal audits in an effort to curb expenses and ward off deficit spending.
Board members at this week's regular meeting moved to eliminate the curriculum director position held by Vaughn Ray effective Aug. 1. [More]
Comin' to OUR City
Big & Rich to play 2025 Mercer County Fair
By William Kincaid
CELINA - Big & Rich, the powerhouse Nashville duo behind party-starting megahits "Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)" and "Comin' to Your City," will bring their high-octane, humor-laced brand of country music to the 2025 Mercer County Fair.
Joined by their longtime musical associate Cowboy Troy, Big & Rich, who dominated country airwaves in the 2000s, are slated to take the grandstand stage at 8 p.m. Aug. 8. Also on the bill is special guest Saw Crush. [More]
Obituaries on November 20th, 2024
Dan Nuding
Dan Earl Nuding age 70, of Mendon, Ohio passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at the St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. [More]
Duane Starr
Duane Lee Starr, 78, passed peacefully into the loving arms of his Savior at hi [More]
Laurence Michael Jr.
Laurence E. "Butch" Michael Jr., age 80, of rural Rockford, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at his residence. [More]
Ralph Beckstedt
Ralph W. Beckstedt, age 99, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, at the Miller House in Celina, surrounded by his loving family. [More]
Marjorie Lehman
Marjorie L. Lehman, age 100 of Celina, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024 at Trustwell Living at Miller Place in Celina. [More]
A. Carol Schroeder
A. Carol Schroeder, 90, of St. Marys, OH died 1:56 p.m. Sunday November 17, 2024 at Otterbein - St. Marys. [More]
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Coldwater Schools forecast: Raining red ink
COLDWATER - Just two weeks after Coldwater Exempted Village Schools' latest attempt at an income tax levy narrowly failed, school officials on Tuesday night learned the specter of deficit spending is looming on the horizon.
Minster votes YES to create village DORA
MINSTER - Although the measure won't go into effect until next year, Minster village councilors approved an ordinance Tuesday night to create a designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) in the village.
Company awarded $1M for facility
FORT RECOVERY - A Fort Recovery manufacturer was awarded nearly $1 million in state financing this week for the construction of a new facility.
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Rockford councilors discuss crosswalk request
ROCKFORD - Village councilors on Tuesday night discussed a potential crosswalk on U.S. Route 33 that would link the east side of the village to Parkway Local Schools.
Mercer regains top job spot
Mercer County is back in the No. 1 spot for lowest unemployment in the state, tying with Geauga and Medina counties for October.
Ohio's unemployment rate fell slightly in October to 4.3% from 4.5% in September, with area counties also seeing decreases in joblessness in October.
Alumni Notes
Bertke named Setter of the Year again
St. Thomas University ran the table during the regular season in volleyball, and now the Bobcats look to finish the job in the NAIA tournament,
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Celina bowlers win WBL opener
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Celina opened Western Buckeye League bowling competition with a sweep of Defiance in a battle of Bulldogs on Tuesday at Plaza Lanes.
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Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Marion Local board hears strong financial outlook
By Tom Millhouse
MARIA STEIN - The Marion Local School District is expected to see steady increases in revenues accompanied by rising cash balances according to a five-year plan presented Monday night by the district treasurer.
Treasurer Ryan Goldschmidt briefed b [More]
Cardinals to college
New Bremen standouts make postgraduation decisions
By Gary R. Rasberry
NEW BREMEN - Three seniors who left a significant presence on the New Bremen volleyball team and a senior running standout will continue their educations and competition on the college level after making their announcements on Monday.
Melina Sc [More]
Obituaries on November 19th, 2024
Brenda Webb
Brenda R. Webb, age 75 of Ft. Wayne, Indiana and formerly of Celina, passed awa [More]
Jeanene Kremer
Jeanene M. Kremer, 93, Coldwater, passed away on Nov. 2, 2024, at The Gardens at St. Henry. [More]
Lloyd Flynn
Lloyd A. Flynn, Jr., often referred to as Red, age 72, of Fort Recovery, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. [More]
Shirley Krugh
Shirley A. Krugh, 80, Rockford, died at 12:06 a.m. Nov. 16, 2024.
A private [More]
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Celina Schools to survey the public for input
CELINA - Superintendent Brooke Gessler hopes to have a community survey in place by Jan. 1 to solicit input on a master facilities plan that school board members must finalize by March.
President condemns Nazis in Columbus
DeWine: Hate not tolerated in Ohio
President Joe Biden and Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine condemned a group of neo-Nazis who marched through the Short North neighborhood in Columbus on Saturday afternoon.
Fort Recovery school board OKs 5-year forecast
FORT RECOVERY - School board members on Monday night approved the district's five-year forecast as presented by treasurer Deanna Knapke.
The distri
Celina woman arrested on drug charges after driving into tree
CELINA - A 35-year-old Celina woman was arrested on drug charges after driving her vehicle into a tree in Montezuma on Friday morning.
Chelsey L.
Minster schools approves 5-year forecast
MINSTER - School board members heard on Monday the district is in stable financial standing and expected to end fiscal year 2025 with a revenue surplus of $46,953.
Water line for new tower scheduled
FORT RECOVERY - The water line for Fort Recovery's new water tower is set to be installed after Thanksgiving, village administrator Randy Diller said in his report to councilors on Monday night.
Grand Lake Fishing Report
Much-needed rain coming
Good day to everyone. I hope everyone is doing well.
I never knew as a young man that I would be so excited to see rain in the future forecast. Our
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Monday, November 18th, 2024
Respectfully Retired
Area patriots retire some old flags, post others
By William Kincaid
CELINA -The sight of the American flag waving in the midday afternoon for many evokes patriotism, unity, pride and purpose.
Looking to honor the nation while at once raising funds for nonprofit endeavors, Celina Scouts have teamed up with the Celina Rotary Club to offer the American Flag Display Project. [More]
Obituaries on November 18th, 2024
Ronald Hammons
Ronald "Ron" L. Hammons, age 79, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. [More]
Sally Jo Bolenbaugh
Sally Jo (Crawford) Bolenbaugh, 85, of Rockford, Ohio passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Lima Memorial Hospital. [More]
James Rethman
James Kenneth Rethman, age 83, of Monterey Drive, Fort Loramie, passed away pea [More]
Patricia Crutchfield
Patricia "Patti" Derossett Crutchfield, age 72, passed away unexpectedly at her home in Mendon, on Friday, November 15, 2024. [More]
Scott Dicke
Scott E. Dicke, 50, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday [More]
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Weekend Roundup
Celina girls capture tournament title
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina girls bowling team wrapped up their first week of competition by winning the Vikings Clash hosted by Teays Valley High School on Saturday at Wayne Webb's Columbus Bowl.
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