Freeze Warning issued October 15 at 11:31AM EDT until October 16 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Today 52° Today 52° chance 32° 32° frost Tomorrow 55° Tomorrow 55° frost 33° 33° patchy frost
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Freeze Warning issued October 15 at 11:31AM EDT until October 16 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
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Tuesday, October 15th, 2024
St. Marys Fire Dept. to add worker a year
By Abigail Miller
ST. MARYS - The St. Marys Fire Department (SMFD) plans to hire one new employee annually over the next few years to maintain sufficient personnel levels, city councilors learned on Monday night.
The city safety committee met on Oct. 7 to address concerns and goals for recruiting and retaining staff within the fire department, all of which were shared during Monday night's regular council meeting. [More]
Riders 12th at state; Overman in top 50
By Gary R. Rasberry
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The St. Marys boys golf team and Coldwater senior Tyler Overman wrapped up their season on the final day of the Division II state tournament on Monday at the North Course of Firestone Country Club in Akron.
The Roughriders, playing the state tournament for the first time since 2006, finished 12th overall with a two-day score of 710. After shooting a 353 during Sunday's first round, St. Marys fired a 357 on Monday. [More]
Obituaries on October 15th, 2024
Elmer Klenke
Elmer Joseph Klenke, age 100, of Coldwater, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Mercer Health in Coldwater. [More]
Robert Kunk
Robert E. Kunk "Booner," age 76 of St. Henry passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at Fenwick Marina in Oak Harbor, Ohio. [More]
Clarence Dickey
Clarence "Gene" Dickey, age 86, of Mendon, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. [More]
Paul Haskett
Paul "Pete" Voscoe Haskett passed away peacefully on October 7, 2024, at his home in Naples, Florida, surrounded by family and friends. [More]
Susan Clune
Susan R. Clune age 85 of Minster, Ohio, died on Friday, October 11, 2024 at her daughter's home in Maria Stein. [More]
Elizabeth Feltz
Elizabeth J. Feltz, 86, St. Henry, died Oct. 14, 2024, at The Gardens at St. He [More]
Vera Schmidt
Vera (Bey) Schmidt, age 86, of Coldwater, died on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Briarwood Village in Coldwater. [More]
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Mercer Health's 11th-hour surprise to sink competition
Council responds by tabling legislation
CELINA - City councilors on Monday night tabled legislation to rezone a 1-acre property from manufacturing to community shopping, which would clear the way for Cincinnati-based Bon Secours Mercy Health to build an urgent care center.
Board OKs deal for $994K water line
MARIA STEIN - School board members awarded a $994,600 contract Monday night to Shinn Brothers Inc. of Celina to install a water line from the Chickasaw water treatment plant to the school property.
School board treasurer announces resignation
ST. HENRY-School board members accepted the resignation of district treasurer and chief financial officer Jennifer Bruns at Monday night's regular meeting.
Councilors approve imposing new peddlers restrictions
COLDWATER -Village councilors at Monday's meeting unanimously passed final reading of an ordinance imposing new restrictions on peddlers.
Under the new rules, the validity of a solicitor ID card is drastically reduced from one year to 30 days.
Councilors hear street work legislation
NEW BREMEN - In a quick meeting, village councilors heard several readings of legislation authorizing street work totaling more than $1 million.
Co
Councilors OK park improvement resolutions
ST. HENRY - Village councilors on Monday night approved two resolutions related to ongoing improvements at north park and an easement at St. Henry Business Park.
All-MAC Volleyball
Etzler repeats as Player of the Year
Coldwater senior Spencer Etzler became the fifth player to win Midwest Athletic Conference Volleyball Player of the Year in back-to-back seasons as the conference released its postseason honors list on Monday.
All-WBL Volleyball
Titans take top honors
Ottawa-Glandorf junior Sienna Fry was named the Western Buckeye League volleyball Player of the Year after helping the Titans to a league championship.
Roundup
Celina soccer gets 12th victory
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Nelson Chapman's goal midway through the second half lifted Celina from a 0-1 halftime deficit to defeat Kalida 2-1
Grand Lake Fishing Report
Cold-weather fishing coming up
Good day everyone. I hope everyone is enjoying the fall like weather we are having.
It's two sided for me when this time of year happens. I'm really excited for the fall fishing bite that happens. Then, I get depressed knowing the lake is a few weeks from freezing.
All-WBL and All-WOSL Soccer
Indians, Titans take honors
The Western Buckeye League and Western Ohio Soccer League announced its all-league honors for boys and girls soccer.
Shawnee's Luca Fusillo was nam
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WBL cross country meet

MAC boys cross country

MAC girls cross country

Fort Recovery vs Parkway football
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Pumpkin weighing 2,471 pounds wins California contest
Tips for keeping your wedding from becoming a political battleground
Volunteers bring solar power to Hurricane Helene's disaster zone
Consider the 'minor bulbs' -- crocuses, snowdrops and more -- when planting for spring
Today in History: October 15, #MeToo movement goes viral
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4-H members appreciate experience

4-H Animal projects

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Monday, October 14th, 2024
1 man, 44, killed in wreck
2 injured passengers, both minors, survive
By Abigail Miller
FORT RECOVERY- A 44-year-old Fort Recovery man was killed and his two minor passengers were airlifted with serious injuries following a one-vehicle accident on Sunday afternoon in Gibson Township.
At about 3:04 p.m., Kimo Bechtol was driving a 2014 Dodge Ram Truck northbound on State Route 49 when he went left of center, struck a guardrail and went down into an embankment near Fox Road, according to county sheriff's office chief deputy Doug Timmerman. [More]
Good samaritans come through after hurricanes
Celina church brings relief to Helene victims
By Abigail Miller
CELINA- About 523 miles northwest of Asheville, North Carolina, Celina First Church of God pastor Craig Flack and his congregation are hoping to make an impact with disaster relief for Hurricane Helene survivors.
As of Friday afternoon, the church has raised over $60,000 for victims of the storm that tore through the Southeastern United States a little over two weeks ago. [More]
A fun day to run
Celina boys and girls in finish top three at WBL; Minster girls win MAC
By Daily Standard Staff
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry and Robb Hemmelgarn
Good weather made for some solid running as the Western Buckeye League and Midwest Athletic Conference held their league cross country championships on Saturday.
For Celina, it was a good effort at Faurot Park in Lima that resulted in top-three finishes for both the boys and girls. [More]
Obituaries on October 14th, 2024
Robert Kunk
Robert E. Kunk "Booner," age 76 of St. Henry passed away on Friday, October 11, [More]
Elmer Klenke
Elmer Joseph Klenke, age 100, of Coldwater, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sat [More]
Vera Schmidt
Vera (Bey) Schmidt, age 86, of Coldwater, died on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at [More]
Susan Clune
Susan R. Clune age 85 of Minster, Ohio, died on Friday, October 11, 2024 at her [More]
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Division III Boys State Golf
Minster finishes eighth; Prenger 11th
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Minster wrapped its boys golf season on Saturday by finishing eighth at the Division III state tournament at NorthStar Golf Course in Sunbury.
Division II Boys State Golf
Riders 11th after first round
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
St. Marys stands in 11th place after the first round of the Division II boys golf state tournament being played on the North Course at Firestone Country Club in Akron.
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Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Voters to decide fate of 0.5% income tax levy
By Georgia Rindler
COLDWATER-Village residents will be asked to vote on an additional 0.5% income tax levy at the Nov. 5 general election. This would increase the overall income tax rate from 1% to 1.5%.
If approved, the levy will generate about $1.15 million annually. Village finance director Jason Eyink said the extra revenue would be used mostly for street repairs. With recent inflation costs it is harder to complete the larger projects. [More]
A battle to the end
Fort Recovery scores late to defeat Parkway 36-24
By Dave Stilwell
FORT RECOVERY - After watching a 14-point halftime lead slip away early in the third quarter, Fort Recovery responded with a 67-yard, nine-play drive to regain the momentum and the lead.
The Indians added another score and went on to post a 36-24 homecoming win over Parkway Friday night a Barrenbrugge Park. [More]
Obituaries on October 12th, 2024
Barbara Gels
Barbara A. (Dirksen) Gels, age 77, of Dayton, passed away on September 29, 2024 [More]
Robert Kunk
Robert E. "Booner" Kunk, age 76, of St. Henry, died on Friday, October 11, 2024 [More]
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Expert explains concussions
CELINA - Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was diagnosed with a concussion for the third time in his NFL career last month, leaving a game on Sept. 12 against Buffalo after running into defensive back Damar Hamlin and hitting the back of his head against the turf.
Defense paces Cavs to win
COLDWATER - The defenses for New Bremen and Coldwater put together a solid effort on Friday night.
But Coldwater was able to find enough spots to get some big plays and come away with a 24-7 win in Midwest Athletic Conference football action at Cavalier Stadium on Friday night.
Minster seventh after first round
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The first day of the Division III boys state golf tournament featured a competitive battle that has nine teams within 10 shots of first place heading into today's final round.
Roughriders run past the Wildcats
ST. MARYS - Forget about three yards and cloud of dust.
St. Marys was running the nine yards and a cloud of dust offense Friday.
The Roughriders
Titans find way to slow Bulldogs
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry and Bruce Monnin
Ottawa-Glandorf jumped out to a 21-0 lead early and held Celina to a consolation score in the third quarter as the Titans picked up a 21-7 win over the Bulldogs at Titan Stadium in Ottawa.
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Friday, October 11th, 2024
The Leaves They Are a Changin'
There are a lot of green leaves, but color is coming
By Abigail Miller
CELINA - Fall's sunset hues are in no rush to emerge this year, but patches of red, orange and yellow leaves are starting to pop up here and there, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).
Tree leaves are changing in color more sporadically this fall due to a prolonged drought. However, recent rains brought by the remnants of Hurricane Helene have alleviated some of the drought damage. [More]
Three townships, three property tax levies
By Daily Standard Staff
By WILLIAM KINCAID
and ERIN GARDNER
newsroom@dailystandard.com
MERCER COUNTY - Voters in three townships will see five-year property tax renewal levies on the Nov. 5 general election ballot.

Center Township
Center Township voters will decide on a five-year, 0.35-mill property tax renewal levy that funds parks and recreation. [More]
Liquor permit on Nov. ballot
By Abigail Miller
ST. MARYS- St. Marys voters in the third ward will decide on a D-6 liquor permit for the Friends of the St. Marys Theater and Grand Opera House on the Nov. 5 general election ballot.
The opera house currently has a D-5h liquor permit, which only allows sales of beer, wine, mixed beverages and spirituous liquor Monday-Saturday. This new liquor permit would allow for the addition of Sunday sales. [More]
Running the table
Coldwater beats Minster to win MAC outright, improve to 22-0
By Gary R. Rasberry
COLDWATER - Given the talent of the member schools, winning a Midwest Athletic Conference volleyball title is impressive.
Doing so by running the table by going undefeated? Even more impressive.
Winning the title by playing just one set over the minimum? Absolutely astonishing. [More]
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Chickasaw wants permanent ban on sale of cannabis
CHICKASAW- Village councilors took the first step this week to make permanent a current one-year moratorium on the sale of cannabis products in Chickasaw.
Man, 53, injured in two-vehicle accident
BLACKCREEK TOWNSHIP - A 53-year-old Willshire man was sent to Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater with minor injuries following a two-vehicle accident on Thursday afternoon in Blackcreek Township.
Bridge work set
GRANVILLE TOWNSHIP - A stretch of Cranberry Road in Granville Township is expected to be closed for several weeks for a bridge replacement, according to Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart.
Bulldogs shut out Wapak
CELINA - The Celina Bulldogs huffed and puffed and then they blew the house down.
After having several early shot attempts denied, Celina exploded
Celina doubles end season
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina doubles team of Isabelle Thobe and Elise Muether saw their season end on Thursday in the opening round of the Division II girls tennis district tournament in Port Clinton.
Redskins get sweep in victory over Indians
FORT RECOVERY - St. Henry fought off a scrappy Fort Recovery squad to cap the regular season with a 25-18, 25-14, 25-23 Midwest Athletic Conference victory Thursday at Fort Site Fieldhouse.
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