Special Weather Statement issued January 19 at 9:06AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
An arctic cold front will move through the area this afternoon and evening, bringing snow showers and much colder air. While accumulations will generally be less than one half inch, quick bursts of snow will result in reductions in visibility and slick conditions at times. Some snow squalls are possible, which could lead to locally difficult travel conditions.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 9:02AM EST until January 22 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 19 below zero expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana and central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From 1 AM Monday to 10 AM EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Today 23° Today 23° slight chance 0° 0° isolated Tomorrow 10° Tomorrow 10° 1° 1°
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Monday, August 18th, 2014
Exhibit marks 40th Oktoberfest
By Margie Wuebker
MINSTER - A new exhibit commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Oktoberfest opens Sunday at the Minster Historical Society Museum.
The festival, which began Oct. 4-5, 1975, continues as a way for residents to celebrate their proud German heritage, according to museum curator Mary Oldiges. Thousands of people each year participate in the festivities, she added. [More]
Tackett holds on for title
By Gary R. Rasberry
COLDWATER - After finishing fourth at last year's Lefeld Implement Classic, E.J. Tackett was ready to return.
Tackett dominated Sunday's round-robin rounds to head to the stepladder finals as the top seed and then captured his first Lefeld Classic title with a 221-193 win over Rhino Page in the final game at Pla-Mor Lanes in Coldwater. [More]
Obituaries on August 18th, 2014
James Andres
James W. Andres, 85, Celina, passed away Aug. 16, 2014, at his residence.
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Larry Lunz
Larry L. Lunz, 69, rural Wapakoneta, died at 12:09 a.m. Aug. 16, 2014, at his residence with his family at his side. [More]
Helen Shinabery
Helen Pauline Shinabery, 93, Rockford, died at 10:30 p.m. Aug. 16, 2014, at VanCrest Health Care Center, Van Wert. [More]
Bernice Dexter
Bernice Dexter, 95, Celina, died Aug. 16, 2014, at The Gardens at Celina.
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Gary Dingledine
Gary Dingledine, 55, St. Marys, died Aug. 17, 2014, at Lima Memorial Health Sys [More]
Erina Poplaski
Erina Poplaski, 96, Celina, passed away at 9:50 p.m. Aug. 15, 2014, at Vancrest Nursing Home, St. Marys. [More]
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Subscriber stories on August 18th, 2014
4-H advisers will be parade grand marshals
MINSTER - Two longtime Minster Livestock 4-H Club advisers will serve as grand marshals for the 40th annual Oktoberfest Parade.
Don and Lois Baumer will ride near the front of the parade, which begins at 2 p.m. Oct. 5.
Steer, hay bales lost in barn fire
ST. HENRY - A steer perished and hundreds of hay bales were lost in a barn fire early this morning.
The new steel barn at 3222 Burkettsville-St. He
Survey: Minster parents happy with curriculum
Superintendent says Common Core will bring changes
MINSTER - A recently completed survey shows parents are overwhelmingly pleased with Minster Local Schools' curriculum, although changes with Common Core standards are on the horizon.
Cavaliers repeat as champions
2014 Cavalier Spikeoff Tournament
COLDWATER - The Coldwater volleyball team was 1-1 against backyard rival St. Henry in the Cavalier Spikeoff before play resumed Saturday.
The Cav
NetDogs share Schroeder title
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina girls tennis team tied Milton-Union for first place at the Schroeder Invitational on Saturday in Tipp City.
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