Heat Advisory issued June 23 at 9:17PM EDT until June 25 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 103.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
74° 74° Tue 93° Tue 93° slight chance 74° 74° slight chance Wed 89° Wed 89° likely
Wednesday, August 16th, 2023
Obituaries on August 16th, 2023
David Michael Litmer, 76, of Fort Recovery, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Mercer Health in Coldwater, Ohio. [More]
Denis (Deny) Joseph Dabbelt, 57, of Celina, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 28, 2023, with family by his side. [More]
Linda L. Ellinger, 75, formerly of Celina, passed away on July 30, 2023, in Columbus, after a prolonged illness. [More]
William "Bill" Maze, 57, of St. Marys, was found deceased on Monday, August 13, 2023, at his residence. [More]
Stories on August 16th, 2023
CELINA - An investigation into alleged child abuse involving staff at Victorum Learning Center is ramping up after the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office confirmed it's reviewing potential charges.
A boy and his horse went to the fair - and they warmed hearts
CELINA - An overwhelming display of love for a nearly 30-year-old draft horse named Tacoma turned what could have been a disheartening initial fair appearance into an unforgettable, confidence-building experience for 9-year-old Russell Dues. [More]
CELINA - Frederick Cass on Tuesday was sentenced to six years in the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections for his role in the death of Lindeva "Lindy" Rosario.
MINSTER - Village councilors on Monday night moved to award several contracts for big-ticket projects worth millions of dollars.
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MENDON - Several village residents voiced disappointment after Tuesday evening's additional council meeting was effectively canceled due to a lack of quorum.
NEW BREMEN - Village council members on Monday heard second reading of an ordinance to award a $2 million contract for street reconstruction.
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ST. HENRY - St. Henry school board members on Monday approved a contract not to exceed $10,000 for architectural services related to the renovation of the elementary school playground.
Celina opens girls soccer season with 4-1 win over Ottoville
CELINA - The rainy and cool conditions did not dampen the season opener for the Celina girls soccer team.
The Bulldogs scored three times in the second half to bolster a 1-0 halftime lead and pick up a win over Ottoville 4-1 in the lidlifter at the soccer stadium.
ST. MARYS - The St. Marys boys soccer team controlled the ball throughout the game and beat Toledo Central Catholic 9-0 at Roughrider Field on Tuesday, giving coach James Holtzapple a win in his first game in charge. [More]
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Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Kelly Holsinger scored with just under 25 minutes to play to give St. Marys a 2-1 victory over Bryan in the girls soccer opener for both teams at Recreation Park in Bryan.
Local pictures on August 16th, 2023