Some signatures already have been collected to block a zoning amendment passed by Mercer County commissioners on Tuesday that ultimately could expedite plans to build an ethanol plant near Celina.
Commissioners unanimously voted to raise the current zoning height restriction for East Jefferson Township's industrial district from 45 to 125 feet. The action is to take effect in 30 days. [More]
WAPAKONETA - Five Schneider family campers are among the 345 others that have completely filled the Auglaize County Fair campgrounds this year.
And the campgrounds already are full for next year's fair, according to Fair Manager Fred Piehl, who said the fair board is considering adding another 50 spots for next year. [More]
A Celina man faces a felony charge after he allegedly fired shots in the direction of a home in the 400 block of North Brandon Avenue. The incident occurred at 3:58 a.m. Sunday during Lake Festival weekend.
Robert Mowery, 34, 614 Lisle St., is being held at the Mercer County Jail on a $500,000 bond following an initial appearance Monday in Celina Municipal Court. A preliminary hearing in the tampering with evidence case is set for Aug. 5. [More]
MINSTER - Six local residents, including two women and a former councilor, have expressed interest in filling the unexpired term of former Minster Village Council member Derrick Seaver.
Celina officials approve $180,000 in funds for project
The city plans to pay $180,000 to upgrade three miles of existing electric lines as customer demand for electricity in the Havemann Road area has increased.
MINSTER - Plans to proceed with a renewal levy and a lengthy discussion regarding real estate tax abatement topped the agenda when the Minster Local Schools board of education met Monday night.
Celina City Council is in negotiations with Versa-Pak officials to sell the company land to expand its facility in the city's industrial park along Staeger Road.
Two people were injured Saturday night in a car-motorcycle accident that occurred near the Lake Festival grounds on South Main Street. The crash was among numerous incidents Celina Police investigated throughout the weekend.
After posting a franchise low four wins in the regular season - but their streak intact of non-losing seasons in Fort Recovery - the Mercer County Cougars come out for the 2008 campaign with strong numbers and some youth.
