Frost Advisory issued May 1 at 12:19PM EDT until May 2 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana and southwest and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
Today 52° Today 52° 34° 34° slight chance frost Tomorrow 52° Tomorrow 52° frost 34° 34° frost
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Frost Advisory issued May 1 at 12:19PM EDT until May 2 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana and southwest and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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Friday, May 1st, 2026
60 years behind the wheel
Marion Local bus driver transported generations
By Abigail Miller
MARIA STEIN - After more than 60 years behind the wheel, Jerry Everman will make his final stop this month as a bus driver for Marion Local Schools.
Now 83, the Marion Local graduate has transported around three generations of Flyers for school, field trips and sporting events since he was 23. He's retiring with the end of school this year. [More]
Ross signs with UNOH
By Joe Schatz
ST. MARYS - Familiar faces led St. Marys' Will Ross to make his next step official as the midfielder will take his talents to Lima and play for the University of Northwestern Ohio soccer team.
"A lot of fellow athletes (at UNOH) bowled for the [More]
Obituaries on May 1st, 2026
Robert Stump
Robert G. Stump, 96, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 28, 2026. Robert was born on August 1, 1929 to Simon and Sarah Stump. [More]
Christopher Slone
Christopher Allen Slone, 56, of St. Marys, OH was found deceased Sunday April 2 [More]
Diana Goodwin
Diana Lynne (Fleck) Goodwin, 60, of St. Marys, OH died unexpectedly Tuesday April 28, 2026 at her residence. [More]
Sandra Vornholt
Sandra J. Vornholt, age 74, of New Knoxville, passed away April 28, 2026, at Vancrest of St. Marys. God took her in His arms following a short illness. [More]
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Ramaswamy brings vision to Darke Co.
NEW WESTON - Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, a biotech entrepreneur known nationally for founding multiple billion-dollar companies, said he isn't running for Ohio governor for fame or fortune - he's running to revive conviction in the American dream and literally transform Ohio.
Ag runoff blamed for canal fish kill
NEW BREMEN - A manure release is responsible for hundreds of dead fish in the Miami-Erie Canal in New Bremen, state and local officials confirmed Thursday.
Man tries to grab gun at Jay County Sheriff's Office
PORTLAND, Ind. - No serious injuries were sustained this week when a Portland, Indiana, man allegedly tried to grab a firearm from a Jay County Sheriff's Office detective, then subsequently engaged in a struggle for control of the weapon with the detective and Sheriff Ray Newton.
St. Marys death under investigation
ST. MARYS - Authorities in St. Marys are investigating the suspicious death of a 57-year-old man discovered in his Cleveland Avenue home on Sunday, a news release from Police Chief Lucas Turpin states.
Herbicide spraying begins
Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart announced Thursday that crews are set to begin roadside herbicide applications in the county May 4.
The proces
Flying high again
Marion Local outlasts Coldwater in eight innings
MARIA STEIN - On a day when Marion Local honored its senior class, it was only fitting that freshman Colleen Dirksen delivered in extras to give the Flyers a 3-2 Midwest Athletic Conference win over Coldwater Thursday night.
Blue Jays defeat Cardinals
NEW BREMEN - Squandered scoring opportunities early came back to haunt New Bremen Thursday evening.
The Cardinals stranded five base runners in the first two innings and had the potential tying run thrown out at the plate in the third in a 4-1 loss to the visiting Delphos St. John's Blue Jays.
Tigers roll past Indians
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Versailles used a four-run third inning to take the lead, then scored 10 runs in its final two times at the plate to run-rule Fort Recovery 14-3 in six innings at the LeFevre Family Baseball/Softball Complex in Fort Recovery.
Fudge brings sweet memories of Mom
CELINA - Decades after her death, a simple fudge recipe continues to keep a mother's memory alive - one batch at a time.
Sisters Sherry Barga, of C
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Photo Albums
Marion Local vs Coldwater softball

Fort Recovery vs Versailles baseball

Parkway vs Elida softball

Celina vs Kenton baseball
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Today In History
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Today in History: April 30, Vietnam War ends
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Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Nice doing business with you
Made, Rooster Joe plan joint venue in Versailles
By Erin Gardner
VERSAILLES - The best of both worlds is soon coming to Versailles - a joint effort to allow area residents to shop and eat local.
Made Apparel, a store with apparel and vendor goods, and Rooster Joe, a coffee shop, announced in March on Facebook a joint venture in which the two businesses will each open their second locations in a combined space. [More]
Brandon to swim at Findlay
By Gary R. Rasberry
After creating milestones during his swimming career at Coldwater, Quinn Brandon will maintain the orange and black look an hour or so north.
The Cavalier senior will swim next season at the University of Findlay, joining a strong NCAA Division II program that has recruited Grand Lake area swimmers over the years. [More]
Celina loses to Wapak
By Gary R. Rasberry
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Drew Bailey's squeeze bunt with one out in the bottom of the seventh inning scored Daron Houser for the winning run to give Wapakoneta a 2-1 victory over Celina in the resumption of the teams' Western Buckeye League baseball contest on Wednesday afternoon in Wapakoneta. [More]
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Restaurant set for demolition to make way for Wawa
CELINA - The China Wok Buffett at 1401 State Route 703 is expected to be razed in the coming weeks to make way for a new Wawa convenience store/gas station.
Drain work underway at Celina airport
CELINA - Fenson Contracting LLC of Fort Jennings has made substantial progress in executing the nearly half-million-dollar second phase of a major drainage project at Lakefield Airport, according to Mercer County Commissioner Dave Buschur.
Minster schools to begin armed response team
MINSTER - After months of discussion and a public forum, Minster Local Schools Board of Education members Wednesday approved the implementation of an armed response team at the district.
Two sentenced to prison on meth possession
CELINA - A 24-year-old Fort Recovery man was sentenced to just under four years in prison this week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court for several bulk drug possession charges.
Horse & Buggy Tales
Remembering the catnipper game
The writer had prepared his notes covering childhood games and improvised amusements that we, the young fry at the start of the 20th century, enjoyed
Walk-off Wednesday
Dailey's two-out hit lifts Parkway past Elida
ROCKFORD - Elida got through the first 20 outs, held an 11-8 lead over Parkway and got two strikes past Emmery Temple at the dish in the bottom of the seventh.
Grand Lake Fishing Report
Different weather makes for fishing decisions
Good day everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying the single nice days of spring we are experiencing.
I fished a tournament one day in shorts and shi
Spring takes running prowess to Bluffton
CELINA - Bluffton University proved to be the perfect fit for Eli Spring.
The Celina senior will attend the college starting this fall and run cross country for the NCAA Division III Beavers.
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Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Mercer Fair drops live auction
Exhibitors, donors will be honored at showcase program
By Abigail Miller
CELINA - Instead of the junior fair's annual live auction, this year's Mercer County Fair will feature a showcase honoring participants and a website where donors can make contributions.
Due to a combination of factors, including low auction attendance and success with online contributions, the Mercer County Agricultural Society recently decided to do away with their annual live auction, fairground executive director Cara Muhlenkamp told The Daily Standard. [More]
Minster beats New Bremen to keep MAC lead
By Dave Stilwell
NEW BREMEN - Minster built a big lead early in the game which helped soften the blow of all the missed opportunities late in the game.
The Wildcats hit into four double plays and stranded 14 base runners but still had enough gas to cruise past New Bremen, 12-6, in Midwest Athletic Conference softball action Tuesday evening on the Cardinal diamond. [More]
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LFA hopes to pump up water flow in key wetland
CELINA - Eager to stimulate flow in stagnant waters that run through a wetland conservation area, the Grand Lake St. Marys Lake Facilities Authority on Tuesday morning authorized the purchase of a solar lift station.
Frech granted an early release
CELINA - A 26-year-old Greenville man sentenced to over four years in prison for vehicular homicide related to a fatal collision with a horse-drawn buggy was granted judicial release this week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court after just over a year in prison.
Court denies prosecution request to revoke Wessel bond
CELINA - The state's request for a bench warrant for a 48-year-old Arkansas man facing menacing, harassment and attorney intimidation charges was denied this week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court.
Mendon council hears residents' concerns
MENDON - Several residents aired grievances about unkept residences, junk vehicles and excess trash at the Mendon Village Council's regular meeting Tuesday, all recurring complaints for years.
Celina man sentenced on domestic violence charge
CELINA - A 21-year-old Celina man was sentenced to jail time this week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court after admitting to punching a teenage girl in the throat and causing her visible injury last month.
Greenville police renew efforts in unsolved double murder
The reward for information in the 1997 double homicide of a Greenville couple was increased to more than $40,000 this week, thanks to a collection of local donors.
Getting things done
St. Henry picks up second win of season over Marion Local
MARIA STEIN - Some nights are about winning, others are about not losing. Tuesday night was the latter for St. Henry in its 5-0 win at Marion Local.
Greber pitches shutout
CELINA - After being solid coming out of the bullpen the first part of the season, Wes Greber made the most out of his first start of the season for Celina.
Celina girls defeat Kenton
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Celina plated 19 runs over the first three innings and remained unbeaten in Western Buckeye League softball action with a 21-1 win over Kenton in five innings in Hardin County.
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Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Bomb crew from WPAFB called for historic explosive
WWII mortar found in New Bremen home
By Erin Gardner
NEW BREMEN - State and local officials responded quickly Sunday to a call about a military explosive device homeowners found while clearing out a house.
"Yesterday, one of our officers was stopped by a resident (who) notified him of a small or [More]
Big weekend for Zahn
Coldwater grad reaches podium twice at Drake Relays
By Gary R. Rasberry
It was a Hawkeye kind of weekend at the annual Drake Relays in Des Moines.
Both the University of Iowa men's and women's track and field team captured team championships.
The Hawkeye women won their second straight title with 37 points while the men hoist the cup for the first time since 2022. [More]
Obituaries on April 28th, 2026
Pat Hemmelgarn
Pat (Roogie) Hemmelgarn, age 74, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thu [More]
Carl Homan
Carl Homan, age 67, of Coldwater, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at Br [More]
Barton Bickle
Barton Donald "Poke" Bickle, 62, of Rockford, Ohio died Sunday April 26, 2026 a [More]
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Willshire woman faces felony drug charge after stop
A 43-year-old Willshire woman was arrested on Interstate 75 in Auglaize County last week after authorities reportedly found over a pound of methamphetamine in her vehicle, a news release from Sheriff Mike Vorhees states.
Coldwater junction a a problem for trucks
COLDWATER - Coldwater village councilors on Monday heard a report on the transportation committee meeting held April 20.
Councilor Brad Niekamp sai
St. Marys considers resolution opposing Enbridge fee hike
ST. MARYS - City councilors are set to formally oppose Enbridge Gas Ohio's request to the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to increase its fees by around $10 a month per customer.
Celina council finalizes beekeeping ordinance
CELINA - Celina city councilors on Monday night unanimously passed legislation to permit beekeeping within city limits with no local opposition.
Under the beekeeping policy, the practice will be allowed at single-family dwellings.
Man charged for meth possession
A 70-year-old Fort Recovery man was charged twice Monday and accused of possessing bulk amounts of methamphetamine on two different occasions in the last week.
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