Flood Watch issued September 16 at 2:55PM EDT until September 17 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Indiana, including the following county, Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Auglaize, Champaign, Clark, Darke, Delaware, Franklin, Greene, Hardin, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, Shelby and Union.
* WHEN...From midnight EDT tonight through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of rain will occur overnight into Thursday. The heavier bands of rainfall will have 2 to 4 inches with locally higher amounts.
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 5:42PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
At 542 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Waynesfield, moving northeast at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation.
Locations impacted include... Ada, Alger, Waynesfield, Mcguffey, Uniopolis, Walton, and State Route 195 at State Route 235.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
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Monday, February 18th, 2013
It's that time of year for local fish fries
By Betty Lawrence
The Lenten season brings fish fry fever to Mercer and Auglaize counties.
Every Friday night during the 40 days preceding Easter, nearly all area communities have a restaurant or veterans or civic organization serving deep-fried fish, fries and cole slaw. The menu is especially designed for Catholics, who are asked to refrain from eating meat on Fridays during Lent. [More]
Local divers ready to compete at state
By Gary R. Rasberry
The tradition of Celina divers competing at the state level continues while St. Marys' Madison Taylor finally gets her chance on the biggest stage.
Taylor and four Celina divers (Collen Byer, Olivia Schlotterer, Chandler Kimmel and Samantha Ringo) will be in action at Canton's Branin Natatorium on Wednesday when competition begins at 9 a.m. for the ladies and at 2 p.m. for the boys. [More]
Obituaries on February 18th, 2013
Dewaine Byerley
Dewaine Byerley, 76, St. Marys, died Feb. 16, 2013, at St. Marys Living Center. [More]
John Brookhart
John Douglas "Doug" Brookhart, 71, St. Marys, died of a sudden illness at 2:50 [More]
Local pictures on February 18th, 2013
Subscriber stories on February 18th, 2013
Speaker wants decisions based on U.S. Constitution
Mack tells crowd sheriffs play important role
MARIA STEIN - It's up to county officials, notably sheriffs, to uphold the Constitution and protect state sovereignty against federal incursions and attacks on God-given rights, a former Arizona sheriff, author and Constitutional scholar says.
Stand off ends with no major injuries
ROCKFORD - A 58-year-old man remains in the Mercer County Detention Facility after holding authorities at bay for nearly 4 1/2 hours Saturday morning at a North Franklin Street residence.
Celina sending six more to state
Local Weekend Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Several local swimmers received good news on Sunday as at-large qualifiers were announced for this week's state swimming championships.
T-Birds too quick for Bulldogs
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
LIMA - A quick start gave Lima Central Catholic an early lead and the Thunderbirds went on to defeat Celina 77-62 on Saturday night at Herr Gymnasium in Lima.
Cavs finish second, sending eight to districts
Sectional Wrestling Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Coldwater will be sending eight wrestlers to the next round of the postseason after a strong performance at the Division III sectional on Saturday at Herr Gymnasium at Lima Central Catholic High School.
Cavaliers cruise to sectional title
Girls Sectional Bowling
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Four local teams advanced to the girls' district bowling tournament next week after sectional action on Saturday at Community Lanes in Minster.
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