Flood Watch issued September 16 at 2:55PM EDT until September 17 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Indiana, including the following county, Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Auglaize, Champaign, Clark, Darke, Delaware, Franklin, Greene, Hardin, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, Shelby and Union.
* WHEN...From midnight EDT tonight through Thursday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of rain will occur overnight into Thursday. The heavier bands of rainfall will have 2 to 4 inches with locally higher amounts.

Flood Watch issued September 16 at 2:55PM EDT until September 17 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

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Wednesday, September 16th, 2026

Schools get report cards

Most area districts exceed state standards

By Abigail Miller

CELINA - The area's reputation for superb public schools was reaffirmed this week with Tuesday's release of the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce's annual school report cards.

Five out of 10 districts in the area received perfect 5-star ratings, meaning they significantly exceed state standards. The rest of the region's school districts either received 4-, 4.5- or 3.5-star ratings, meaning they exceed or meet state standards. [More]

Auglaize County Battle

Minster beats St. Marys in four sets

By Joe Schatz

ST. MARYS - With two teams looking to turn a corner at the halfway point of the volleyball season, there was more at stake than just Auglaize County pride between Minster and St. Marys. After Minster looked in control early, the Riders battled back in the second set, but it was not enough as the Wildcats took home a 25-19, 13-25, 25-23, 25-18 non-conference win. [More]

Obituaries on September 16th, 2026

Janet Hoge

Janet K. Hoge, 84, formerly of New Knoxville, Ohio, and a resident of Vancrest [More]

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McClurg to end 44-year tenure on library board

CELINA - Marie McClurg of Chickasaw will soon step down from the Mercer County District Library Board of Library Trustees, ending an epic 44 years of service to the Celina-based library and its branches in Mendon, St. Henry and Chickasaw.

County to clean up Miller Woods

CELINA - The Mercer County Commissioners on Tuesday morning gave their blessing to a $70,000 agreement with Hemmelgarn Ditch Maintenance LLC of Sidney to remove and spray for invasive plants and to clear out dead trees in the now county-owned Miller Woods.

Minster land swap clears way for Four Seasons growth

MINSTER - After two years of discussion, a land swap between the village and Minster Local Schools will soon be completed following the Minster Village Council's approval Tuesday night of a resolution approving the exchange.

Rockford councilor resigns with no explanation

ROCKFORD - Rockford village councilors heard Tuesday night that a fellow councilor abruptly resigned without citing a reason.

"To finish, I want to

St. John's football coach, AD steps down after arrest

CELINA - Delphos St. John's head football coach of nearly 30 years, dean of students and athletic director, Todd Schulte, was arrested for domestic violence Tuesday.

Farmers with United Equity claims advised to call ODA

WAPAKONETA - With the suspension of a regional grain handling operation, the Ohio Department of Agriculture has opened a statewide safety net fund to aid area farmers who may be unable to collect payment from the grain handler.

Rider girls second at WBL

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

The Western Buckeye League girls golf teams converged at the Oaks Golf Club outside Lima for the league invitational tournament on Tuesday.

Wildcats, LeFevre advance to district

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

The Minster boys golf team earned a berth to the Division III district tournament after competing in sectional play on Tuesday at Shelby Oaks near Sidney.

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Tuesday, September 15th, 2026

Coldwater: Cedar Street project nears completion

By Georgia Rindler

COLDWATER - Coldwater councilors at Monday night's regular meeting heard a progress report on the ongoing street work in the village.

Village administrator Jason Eyink reported PAB Construction Co. began work on the North Cedar Street waterline replacement project and village crews have been busy the last few weeks with the project. [More]

Picking up steam

Fort Recovery pulls away to defeat Celina

By Gary R. Rasberry

FORT RECOVERY - Once things got rolling for Fort Recovery, the momentum turned into a steamroller.

The serving and serve receive picked up steam in the final two sets to allow the Indians to snap a two-match skid and sweep Celina 25-17, 25-9, 25-15 in a battle of Mercer County volleyball teams Monday night at Fort Site Fieldhouse. Fort Recovery moves to 7-4 with the win as Celina falls to 2-8. [More]

Obituaries on September 15th, 2026

Juanita Wise

Juanita J. Wurster Wise entered her new eternal life with her Savior, Jesus Chr [More]

Lee Wissman

Lee R. Wissman, age 89, of Troy, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026. [More]

Thelma Wurster

Thelma Pauline Wurster, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Trustwell Living at Miller Place in Celina. [More]

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Celina prepares for massive Sugar Street reconstruction

CELINA - City council members at Monday night's regular meeting passed legislation authorizing Mayor Jeff Hazel to apply for state funds to help finance the mammoth Sugar Street reconstruction project expected to cost up to $7 million.

St. Marys considers grant for Spring St.

Phase 5 of ongoing project is next

ST. MARYS - St. Marys city councilors gave the go ahead to city officials this week to apply for almost $500,000 in Ohio Public Works funding, then h

ML officials note upward enrollment trend

MARIA STEIN - Superintendent Mike Pohlman advised Marion Local school board members Monday night that enrollment has exceeded the 1,000-mark for the first time in more than two decades. He also gave an update on the transition to the new middle school building.

Sidney man in jail after fatal hit-run

SIDNEY - A 29-year-old Sidney man accused of fatally hitting a 68-year-old male pedestrian with his motor vehicle and fleeing the scene was arrested Monday morning.

New Bremen to award farmland lease for $149K

NEW BREMEN - New Bremen village councilors on Monday heard first reading of an ordinance to award a three-year contract lease of the Komminsk farmland, 139 acres the village owns.

St. Henry to seek state funds for wastewater project

ST. HENRY - Village council members in St. Henry approved on rule suspension a resolution authorizing village administrator Stan Sutter to apply for,

Celina man sentenced on Mercer, Van Wert charges

CELINA - A 20-year-old Celina man was sentenced to nine months in prison Friday for a firearm charge out of Mercer County Common Pleas Court.

Trist

St. Marys downs Defiance

ST. MARYS - There were 10 reasons why St. Marys was the better team in their Western Buckeye League match against Defiance, as the Roughriders hit the double-digit mark in a big win to move back to .500 in league play.

Redskins go 9-0 in MAC golf

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

St. Henry wrapped up an undefeated Midwest Athletic Conference boys golf campaign with a 162-171 win over Coldwater at the Mercer County Elks on Monday as teams geared up for this weekend's conference golf tournament, which will also be at the Elks.

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Monday, September 14th, 2026

Hoffman finishes big week with World 100 title

By Mike Ernst

ROSSBURG - On and off the track Nick Hoffman had a life-changing, career-altering World 100 weekend at Eldora Speedway.

Two days after signing a contract to drive the Dirt Late Model for motorsports juggernaut Spire Motorsports next year, Hoffman drove around race-long leader Ryan Gustin on lap 89 and went on to capture the 56th annual World 100 and the $100,000 top prize. [More]

Obituaries on September 14th, 2026

Teresa Crouch

Teresa Lynn "Terri" Crouch, age 71, of Mendon, passed away peacefully at her ho [More]

Michele Bishop

Celebrating the life of Michele Bowsher Bishop, passed away at 12:07 a.m., Mond [More]

Payton Mabry

Payton Mabry, 18, St. Marys, died Sept. 9, 2026.

Funeral services are 1 p.m. [More]

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Dayton blood center emphasizes ties to Mercer Co.

COLDWATER - Versiti Blood Center of Ohio - Dayton is endeavoring to enhance area awareness of its name and its mission as it is the sole blood supplier to Mercer Health, the local health care system anchored by Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater.

Redskins defeat Rangers

NEW KNOXVILLE - After a disappointing loss against Coldwater last week, New Knoxville coach Ellie Gabel wanted to see more against Fort Loramie on Saturday.

Area teams compete at Niekamp Invitational

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

Area boys golf braved the early precipitation at the Mercer County Elks with the Nate Niekamp Invitational on Saturday, held in honor the St. Henry golfer who died in 2022 after a battle with cancer.

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Saturday, September 12th, 2026

Legacy Hallway to honor CHS graduates and history

By William Kincaid

CELINA - Celina City Schools' new grades 7-12 building will boast Legacy Hallway, a series of areas dedicated to showcasing the district's rich history, culture, achievements and accomplished figures.

"Overall, I think our (goal) is to honor the [More]

Cavs get past Cardinals

By Gary R. Rasberry

COLDWATER - Just when it looked like Coldwater would jump out to a big lead early, New Bremen got its defense rolling and made it a ballgame.

The Cardinals fought back after trailing 10-0 4 1/2 minutes into the contest and got to within two poi [More]

Obituaries on September 12th, 2026

Christopher Sweeney

Christopher L. "Chris 'Grizzly'" Sweeney, age 75, passed away peacefully on Thu [More]

Sandra Werling

Sandra L. Werling, age 82, of Minster, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Fairhaven Sidney. [More]

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Russia wins $1.3M grant for industrial park

RUSSIA - The Village of Russia in Shelby County has been awarded a $1,131,600 investment from the Economic Development Administration, a bureau within the U.S. Department of Commerce, to support the development of Commerce Park in the village.

Ohio ag department suspends license of United Equity

REYNOLDSBURG - The Ohio Department of Agriculture has suspended grain handling operations at United Equity Inc., located at 104 S. Main St., Delphos,

Making a statement

Celina scores final 21 points to beat Van Wert

CELINA - Celina coach Brennen Bader knew his team would take some punches from Van Wert Friday night.

He also had full confidence his team would answer.

Wildcats pull away to defeat Panthers

MINSTER - The Minster Wildcats scored on their first five possessions to take a 35-0 lead over the home standing Parkway Panthers. Parkway responde

Redskins beat Rockets

Compiled By Joe Schatz

St. Henry raced to a big first half lead and never looked back to beat Anna 39-0 on the road to move to 2-2 overall and 2-0 in MAC play.

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