Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 1:28PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will become more widespread through this afternoon and then likely linger into this evening before tapering off into tonight.
The snow showers will be capable of causing brief periods of reduced visibilities, especially this afternoon. In addition, brisk conditions will prevail with west winds gusting in the 30 to 40 mph range today.
Light snow accumulations will be possible, mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. While roads will remain mostly wet during the daytime hours, some slick spots may develop toward sunset and beyond as temperatures drop below freezing.
Please be prepared for the changing weather conditions today and the potential for reduced visibilities when driving.
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Monday, February 17th, 2025
Obituaries on February 17th, 2025
John "Jack" Lewis Dillehay, age 87, of Sioux Street, Fort Loramie, passed away [More]
Charles Henry Hoying (Charlie), age 94 of Minster, Ohio, passed away on Saturda [More]
Daniel Lee Dillion, age 63 of Celina, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 [More]
Melvin "Mel" A. Wendel, age 82, of Fort Recovery, Ohio, passed away on Saturday [More]
Stories on February 17th, 2025
CELINA - Both Auglaize and Mercer counties were under a level one snow emergency as of Sunday night, after accumulated snow from overnight caused hazardous roadways.
This part of Ohio is one epicenter of national outbreak
CELINA- The influx of High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the Grand Lake region can be attributed to a group of dead Canada geese found dead near Grand Lake in December 2024, with additional wild birds with HPAI suspected in other areas of the state. [More]
ROCKFORD - Spencerville hit nine free throws in overtime to hold off Parkway 39-33 for a Division VI sectional title Saturday afternoon at the Panther Gymnasium.
18-0 run lifts Marion Local past New Bremen
MARIA STEIN - After a week off from its last game, Marion Local opened the Division VI girls basketball tournament at home with New Bremen.
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ST. HENRY - When the girls basketball tournament brackets were released, most people probably assumed that St. Henry would have no issues with Lima Central Catholic in the sectional final.
WBL Wrestling tournament
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Tate Hisey joined elite company, and the Celina wrestling team bounced back in a big win on Saturday at the Western Buckeye League wrestling tournament at Hermilller Gymnasium in Ottawa.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Brynn Egbert tied the game with six seconds remaining in regulation, then hit two free throws with 2.3 seconds remai
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Several area swimmers earned their spots in the Division II state swimming and diving championships after at-large berths based on the fastest non-qualifying times from all four district meets were announced over the weekend.
Local pictures on February 17th, 2025