Flood Watch issued September 20 at 1:07PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ripley, Union and Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren.
* WHEN...From 7 PM EDT this evening through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain will impact the area overnight. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected with locally higher amounts. The heavy rain combined with saturated ground will lead to potential flash flooding.
Flood Warning issued September 20 at 1:05PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
...Forecast flooding changed to Minor severity and increased in duration for the following rivers...
St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHEN...Until Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, State Route 117 near Route 118 north of Rockford is water-covered and closed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:40 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 13.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.
Today 80° Today 80° chance 61° 61° likely Tomorrow 66° Tomorrow 66° chance 58° 58° slight chance
Friday, October 26th, 2018
Local football player hurt in game rehabs at home
By Sydney Albert
COLDWATER - After an outpouring of support, Shane Homan's family wants to thank the community and says he is still going strong.
Many in the area likely know the story of 17-year-old Shane Homan, or at least have seen the #ShaneStrong signs in sup [More]
Obituaries on October 26th, 2018
Nancy E. Harris, age 80, of St. Marys and formerly of Celina, Ohio, and Weirton [More]
James L. Klingler, 71, St. Marys, OH died 3:15 a.m. Wednesday October 24, 2018 at Grand Lake Health Care Center. [More]
Wayne R. Messenger, 68, Rockford, died on Oct. 24, 2018, at his residence.
No public visitation or services will be held. [More]
Dorothy A. "Dot" Puthoff, age 74, of Chickasaw, died Thursday, October 25, 2018 at St. Rita's in Lima. [More]
Michael J. Stucky, age 71 of New Bremen, died at his residence on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at 3:44 A.M. [More]
Local pictures on October 26th, 2018
Subscriber stories on October 26th, 2018
County officials pleased premiums increased by only 2.33 percent
CELINA - The Mercer County government's health insurance premium is projected to increase a modest 2.33 percent next year, though the total estimated cost won't be known until open enrollment is completed.
ROCKFORD - Something wasn't right when Molly Irma Kramer was born on Nov. 27, 2017.
  Lying on the hospital bed, Molly's mom, Jess Kramer, recalled her husband, Kevin, announcing their baby was a girl.
Decision 2018
Two candidates, one Republican and one Democrat, are looking to win the state auditor election Nov. 6 to fill the seat being vacated by Dave Yost.
Airport terminal estimates cut by $500,000
WAPAKONETA - Estimates for the construction of a new terminal at Neil Armstrong Airport have fallen from about $1.8 million to $1.3 million, airport manager Ted Bergstrom told Auglaize County commissioners on Thursday.
Cards' title defense continues with thrilling win
VAN WERT - New Bremen's motto this season is "New team, same dream."
The Cardinals had some doubts along the way, but the dream is still alive after Thursday.