Special Weather Statement issued February 22 at 3:15AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow will overspread the area from the northwest this morning. An increased coverage of snow showers is expected to develop this afternoon into the evening hours. Slick spots may develop on roads tonight as temperatures drop and northwest winds gust up to 30 mph. Coverage of snow showers is expected to decrease overnight before ending Monday morning. Most the area will see an accumulation of 1 to 2 inches. Locally higher amounts are possible in areas where heavier snow bands develop this afternoon into early evening. Roadways may become slick. If traveling, be alert, slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.
MINSTER - Economic development remains at a standstill in this Auglaize County community as lack of industrial park space remains a concern.
Committee chairman Rick Schwartz told the Minster Community Improvement Corporation board of trustees earlier this week that, "The land search has pretty much cooled off."
"We have looked at some farms that might be available but they were not suitable due to location or other concerns," he reported. [More]
It was good news/bad news for three local equestriennes when their versatility event was canceled Friday morning. The good news was that they got to sleep in.
And further good news was that the storm the night before brought with it cooler weather [More]
Traditional animals at this year's Mercer County fair have more to combat than the inescapable heat: for the first time ever, cows and rabbits are battling some exotic newcomers for the affection of children.
Kerry Roehm wrapped up a solid night with two straight wins at the end of an 11-race program as harness racing held their first of three events at the Mercer County Fair.
