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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Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Obituaries on February 20th, 2025
Jim M. "Money" Monroe, age 69 of Celina, Ohio passed away peacefully surrounded [More]
Elizabeth "Jeannie" Meyer, 67, of Saint Marys, died suddenly on February 6, 2025, at her residence. [More]
Virginia Stone, 82, Celina, died Feb. 18, 2025, at her home in Highland Park. [More]
Stories on February 20th, 2025
Head Start exec makes case for federal funding
CELINA - Mercer County Head Start is planning to throw a big party in April to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the federally funded early education program that serves some of the nation's neediest families and children. [More]
CELINA - A 25-year-old New Paris man was sentenced to more than four years in prison on Wednesday in Mercer County Common Pleas Court after being involved in a 2023 head-on collision with a horse-drawn buggy that killed a 1-year-old girl and injured several members of her family.
Horse and Buggy Tales
This week we are quoting short news items that appeared in the local press during 1922.
Ed Moyer, age about 55 and married, was shot and killed by thieves, Wednesday night about 8 p.m. at the Mrs. Ocie Behymer Farm, west of Rockford, Ohio.
Division II Southwest District Bowling
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Last year, the Fort Recovery girls earned their first-ever trip to the Division II state bowling tournament as a team.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Elida dominated the first half and never looked back as Celina ended its girls basketball season in a 64-28 loss to Elida in the Division III district semifinals on Wednesday night at Columbus Grove High School.
Local pictures on February 20th, 2025