Special Weather Statement issued December 18 at 4:07AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Southerly winds will increase today ahead of an approaching cold front. Sustained winds of 15 to 25 mph can be expected with gusts of 35 to 45 mph at times this afternoon. Be sure to secure outdoor objects.
31° 31° Thu 52° Thu 52° 18° 18° chance Fri 25° Fri 25° slight chance
Friday, March 23rd, 2018
Photo by Ed Gebert/The Daily Standard

A golden retriever pauses during exercise time at a beach at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park. The ODNR has opened beaches to dogs at more than 30 state parks through May 18. Officials hope this will help keep geese from congregating on the beaches.

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