Special Weather Statement issued November 10 at 2:15AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow across the area early this morning will increase in coverage and intensity toward sunrise in the I-70 corridor. This band of moderate snow will push south affecting the Tri-State region by mid morning, eventually pushing south of the area by early to mid afternoon.
Snow amounts of 1-2 inches will common for a good portion of the area on grassy surfaces, with melting on concrete surfaces limiting accumulations. Main impacts are expected to be reduced visibilities and some slick spots on mainly bridges and overpasses.
Temperatures today will remain steady mainly in the upper 20s. These cold temperatures combined with gusty winds of 20-25 mph will result in wind chill values in the teens to lower 20s.
Motorists should exercise caution. Plan extra time for the Monday morning commute.
25° 25° Mon 32° Mon 32° 22° 22° likely Tue 39° Tue 39° slight chance
Friday, May 25th, 2012
By Amy Kronenberger
GRAND LAKE - The smell of roasting marshmallows and hotdogs will fill the air this weekend at the booked campground at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park.
Park manager Brian Miller said all reservable sites and cabins are filled and he expects the few available walk-in sites to fill quickly. [More]
Division IV Regional Baseball at Springfield
By Gary R. Rasberry
SPRINGFIELD - Just when it looked like the season was slipping away, Minster's baseball team took advantage of three South Charleston Southeastern errors in the fifth inning and moved a step closer to defending their state baseball championship with a 6-3 win over the Trojans in the Division IV regional semifinals at Davidson Stadium in Springfield. [More]
Obituaries on May 25th, 2012
Owen "Buzz" Noland, 88, St. Marys, died at 10:20 p.m. May 23, 2012, at his home [More]
Patricia L. Shrider, 82, of Rockford, died at 5:50 p.m. May 24, 2012, at Colonial Nursing Center, Rockford. [More]
Jonathan L. Curtis, 20, Celina, died May 22, 2012, in Toledo due to an apparent suicide. [More]
Local pictures on May 25th, 2012
Subscriber stories on May 25th, 2012
NEW BREMEN - Auglaize County residents may be asked to help fund the Heritage Trails Park District through a countywide levy.
Board member Jim Hein
BURKETTSVILLE - The village could be in line for a huge infrastructure makeover if Mercer County officials snag the necessary state and federal funds
MINSTER - Student recognition topped the agenda when school board members met earlier in the week.
State FFA degree recipients included juniors Eri
Congratulations Class of 2012
CELINA - Diplomas will be handed out to Celina High School seniors at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the football field.
Justin Hoffman, the son of Bill and Shirley Hoffman, will be named valedictorian, and Sean Mertz, the son of Chuck and Carol Mertz, will be honored as salutatorian.
Division II Regional Track Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Celina's girls' track team got off to a strong start at the Division II regional track meet on Thursday in Lexington.
Last Curtain Call
Eight years ago, the Marion Local Flyers' softball team stumbled through the Midwest Athletic Conference portion of their schedule to a middle-of-the-pack finish at 4-3.
Over the last five years, when Eldora Speedway hosted a major Dirt Late Model event, the Rocket Chassis house car owned by Rocket Chassis' Mark Richards and driven by his son Josh Richards, was always among the favorites.