Tuesday, January 17th, 2017 | The Daily Standard

Winter Weather Advisory issued February 23 at 6:47AM EST until February 23 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch. Snow melt and refreezing overnight has resulted in the development of black ice on roads.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

Special Weather Statement issued February 23 at 12:44AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Snow showers to continue this morning. Slick spots on area roads will be possible this morning with temperatures below freezing. Motorists can expect rapid changes in visibility when encountering some of the heavier snow showers. Northwest winds gusting up to 30 mph will add to the travel impacts due to blowing and drifting snow.
Roadways may become slick. If traveling, be alert, slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

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Tuesday, January 17th, 2017

Anchors aweigh: Teen ships out in June for U.S. Naval Academy

By Jared Mauch

ST. MARYS - A Memorial High School senior is looking forward to the many challenges in store for him at the U.S. Naval Academy.

Eric Spicer recently told the newspaper that he leaves for the academy in Annapolis, Maryland, on June 29 and will work to become a naval officer during his four-year stint. [More]

Local pictures on January 17th, 2017

Subscriber stories on January 17th, 2017

Fort Recovery council approves 5-acre annexation

FORT RECOVERY - Village council members on Monday passed legislation accepting the annexation of five acres of land north of the village along First Street.

Three arrested on drug-related charges

CELINA - Three people were arrested by Heroin Interdiction Team members at a 5:09 p.m. traffic stop Friday on U.S. 127 near Green Road for drug-related charges.

Caddying pays off for Sweeney

Celina senior earns prestigious Evans Scholarship

For three years, Katelyn Sweeney has spent her summers toting golf bags as a caddie on golf courses in the Chicago area hoping for a chance to earn a scholarship.

Bowlers compete at Pioneer Classic

Local Roundup

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

Area bowling teams joined teams from Ohio and Indiana to compete in the annual Pioneer Classic hosted by Temple Christian on Monday. The boys competed at Westgate Entertainment Center while the girls faced off at 20th Century Lanes.

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