Heat Advisory issued June 23 at 3:46PM EDT until June 25 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 103.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
74° 74° Tue 93° Tue 93° slight chance 74° 74° slight chance Wed 89° Wed 89° likely
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Heat Advisory issued June 23 at 3:46PM EDT until June 25 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 103.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
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Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Roar on the Water
Fans cheer return of hydroplanes to Grand Lake
By Abigail Miller
CELINA - Though delayed for a day due to wind, the Governor's Cup Regatta was a hit with both visitors and locals on Sunday.
The hydroplane races, put on by Veterans Forever Inc., featured around 40 drivers from all over the tri-state area of Ohio, Michigan and Indiana, and some from even farther away. License plates of drivers and spectators could be seen throughout town all weekend from as far away as Washington and Quebec. [More]
Obituaries on June 23rd, 2025
Dennis Dysert
Dennis L. Dysert, age 75, of Celina, Ohio, passed away at his home on Thursday, [More]
Jason Musser
Jason M. Musser, 51, of New Bremen, Ohio, died suddenly on June 20, 2025, at hi [More]
Sherry Minton
Sherry Patrice (Buckloh) Minton, age 74, of Grove City and formerly of Wabash, [More]
Raleigh Bowling
Raleigh David Bowling, age 86, of Mendon, passed away June 20, 2025,at his resi [More]
Haven Patterson
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Haven Monroe Patterson, [More]
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New public works building under construction
CELINA- Contractors are hard at work on numerous projects in Celina, including the construction of a nearly $2.2 million new public works building and the $3.7 million reconstruction of Mill Street.
It seems nobody here likes HB 335
CELINA - Recently proposed House Bill 335 would cause both immediate and long term issues for Ohio's municipalities, counties and public school districts, the Mercer County Commissioners testified to the Ohio House Ways and Means Committee last week.
Mariners rally to win series
Compiled By Gary R. Rasberry
Ty O'Brien's one-out single in the bottom of the ninth scored Austyn Peak for the game-winning run as Grand Lake def
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Today In History
Today in History: June 23, Title IX signed into law
Today in History: June 22, Joe Louis knocks out Max Schmeling
Today in History: June 21, US Constitution becomes law
Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Oh, for the love of lavender
Local farm offers unique festival this weekend
By Erin Gardner
ROCKFORD - This weekend, the air just off State Route 117 near Rockford smells subtly sweet and floral with a hint of wood - the signature notes of lavender, a medicinal plant known for its aromatherapy and stress-relieving properties.
SchoolHouse Farms, an operation that specializes in sunflowers, popcorn, distillation, malting grains and now lavender, is hosting its inaugural lavender festival from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. today and tomorrow at 5468 Ross Road in Rockford. [More]
Obituaries on June 21st, 2025
Barbara Knous
September 26, 1942 - June 19, 2025 age 82
Barbara Ann Knous passed away peace [More]
Dawn Leugers
Dawn Annette Leugers, age 58 of Celina, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 [More]
David Bowling
David Bowling, age 86, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at his home in Mendon [More]
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2nd deputy brings courthouse closer to full security
CELINA - A second Mercer County Sheriff's Office deputy has been assigned to bolster security at the courthouse, which is believed to be the only such facility in Ohio without a secured entrance.
County deputies stop stolen semi, driver jailed
CELINA - A 37-year-old Indiana man driving a stolen semitrailer was arrested on Thursday by Mercer County sheriff's deputies just west of Celina following a brief pursuit.
Race fans are ready for return of Regatta excitement
CELINA - Grand Lake is sure to be a flurry of activity today and Sunday as the Governor's Cup Regatta is returning for the first time since 2015.
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Meet Ilana Richter, new county epidemiologist
CELINA - Amid the unpredictable backdrop of ongoing federal funding cuts, Mercer County Health District's newest epidemiologist is prepared to make the best of the situation in order to best serve area residents.
Late-game comeback
Four-run seventh lifts Grand Lake past Michigan
CELINA - Grand Lake scored four runs in a wild seventh inning to erase a three-run deficit and hand the Michigan Monarchs a 6-5 setback in the opener of a three-game series Friday evening at Montgomery Field.
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Friday, June 20th, 2025
Wednesday storms cause widespread wind damage
By Abigail Miller
CELINA - Wednesday night's storms brought a little rain, and a lot of wind damage to the Grand Lake region and its surrounding areas, according to reports from local first responders and the National Weather Service.
"We had a widespread, but l [More]
Obituaries on June 20th, 2025
Renee Bergman
Renee L. (Buschur) Bergman, age 40, of North Star, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025, at EverHeart Hospice in Greenville. [More]
Thomas Litmer
Thomas William Litmer, age 90, of St. Joe, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at his home. [More]
David Schaaf
David A. Schaaf, 69, of Lima, OH died 9:58 a.m. Tuesday at his residence.
He [More]
Sharon Hecht-Temple
Sharon Ann Hecht-Temple passed away surrounded by family on January 31st, 2025 in Mansfield, Ohio. [More]
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Wednesday fire destroys storage building in Osgood
CELINA - Firefighters from four counties responded on Wednesday night to Osgood for a fire that ended up destroying a commercial storage building, according to Osgood Fire Chief Dan Albers.
Parkway athletic facility project complete, open house set
ROCKFORD - Parkway Board of Education members heard the Parkway Athletic Building is complete and, as of now, under budget.
Superintendent Ken Amstutz said on Thursday during a rescheduled board of education meeting the building is finished and is ready for a public open house.
OSHP to conduct OVI checkpoints tonight
WAPAKONETA - The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be operating OVI checkpoints in both Auglaize and Defiance counties tonight as part of a planned and organized effort to deter and intercept impaired drivers. The OVI checkpoints are funded by federal grant funds.
Daily Standard Editorial
New tax on newspapers would hurt communities
Here at The Daily Standard, we are deeply concerned by substitute language in the Senate-passed version of House Bill 96, the state's biennium budget
Golfers compete at Hickory Sticks
Compiled By Gary R. Rasberry
The Lima Junior Golf Association summer tour stopped at Hickory Sticks in Van Wert for the Fuerst Family Chiropractic and NWO Welch Trophy Open.
Pictures are worth a thousand words
Tips for getting the most out of a great photographer
CELINA - Amid excited couples, heightened emotions, an unforgettable day, countless memories and minimal sleep, wedding photographers are often in the background, capturing intimate moments and keeping the wedding party on track.
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Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Reporting for Duty
Junior Deputy work helps teens learn police work
By William Kincaid
CELINA - In 1988, at the recommendation of Coldwater High School Principal Larry Fair, a 16-year-old sophomore enlisted in the Mercer County Sheriff's Office Explorer Program.
The enthusiastic teen soaked it all in, riding shotgun with deputies on patrol shifts, tackling parking duty at the Mercer County Fair and Celina Lake Festival, conducting house checks, sitting behind a 911 dispatch console, and upon turning 18, cutting his teeth in the jail. [More]
Obituaries on June 19th, 2025
Thomas Litmer
Thomas William Litmer, age 90, of St. Joe, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at his home. [More]
Renee Bergman
Renee L. (Buschur) Bergman, age 40, of North Star, passed away peacefully on Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025, at EverHeart Hospice in Greenville. [More]
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2 arrested as Auglaize authorities foil scam plot
Two Chinese men were arrested this week in Auglaize County for reportedly scamming an unidentified, elderly Auglaize County resident out of a large sum of money, according to a news release from the county sheriff's office.
N.B. BOE updated on millage, budget
NEW BREMEN - The New Bremen Local School District joined a slew of other villages and school boards in its opposition to a proposed state law which would eliminate inside millage for all political subdivisions except townships.
Woman sentenced on drug, fraud charges
CELINA - A 30-year-old Indiana woman was sentenced to about six months in jail for drug possession and fraud on Wednesday in Mercer County Common Pleas Court.
Grand Lake Fishing Report
Warming temps creates changes in fishing style
Good day everyone. I hope everyone is doing fantastic.
The sudden turn in warm weather has reminded us summer is here.
I was launching my boat
Sluggers defeat Mariners
Compiled By Gary R. Rasberry
Flag City took the lead for good in the fifth inning and put the game away in the fifth as the Sluggers took their s
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