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.
Today 32° Today 32° light 21° 21° chance Tomorrow 29° Tomorrow 29° slight chance 17° 17°
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Saturday, February 2nd, 2008
Area barn fires kill heifers and turkeys
By Margie Wuebker
Area firefighters braved brisk winds, frigid cold and icy roads in recent days battling a pair of barn fires near Maria Stein and Fort Recovery.
Chickasaw Fire Department responded to a barn fire at 6:30 a.m. Friday after Elton Heitkamp, 7612 Lochtefeld Road, Maria Stein, spotted flames coming from the front of his 30-by-40-foot building housing 25 heifers. All the animals perished. [More]
Nerderman hits game-winner for Minster
By Randy Bruns
MARIA STEIN - The Minster Wildcats didn't have to play a perfect game to beat the Marion Local Flyers Friday night at The Hangar, but they did have to play their game and they did it to perfection.
The underdog Wildcats slowed down the pace of the game to stay in the thick of things and they capitalized in the clutch to down the Flyers by a score of 43-41. [More]
Obituaries on February 2nd, 2008
Eleanor Brown
Eleanor C. Brown, 87, formerly of 1306 Oakview Drive, St. Marys, died at 6:11 a [More]
Gloria Dzalamanow
Gloria J. McMurray Dzalamanow, 67, St. Marys, died at 3:58 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008, at Celina Manor. [More]
Local pictures on February 2nd, 2008
Subscriber stories on February 2nd, 2008
Ten seek Parkway superintendent post
Ten people have applied for the position of Parkway Local Schools superintendent. Only one applicant resides locally and two are former Marion Local principals.
No lederhosen, but tapping toes, Mardi Gras beads and accordions in Minster
MINSTER - Some people consider Bette and Dan Lighthill the pied pipers of polka dancers.
The husband and wife team known as Bette's Polka Band has been performing in the area for quite a few years and on Tuesday will be in Minster once again.
Bulldogs find balanced offense
The Celina boys basketball team has been searching for a third scorer all season long.
On Friday night, the Bulldogs found a third AND fourth scorer as Celina posted a 63-52 victory over Bath in Western Buckeye League play at the Fieldhouse.
New Knoxville win streak is at 40
ST. HENRY - It was not the start St. Henry fans wanted to see their Redskins have against New Knoxville.
The Division IV top-ranked Rangers jumped
Indians ride hot shooting to a victory
NEW BREMEN - For the fans of the Fort Recovery boys basketball team, this was the type of game they have been waiting for from their Indians.
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Panthers, Cavs win league games
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Two free throws by Jordan Thompson in the final moments allowed Parkway to remain one of the hottest teams in the area as the Panthers beat Versailles, 55-54, at Panther Gymnasium.
Shawnee still sits perfect on top of WBL standings
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Shawnee cranked up the offense from the opening tip as the Indians stayed perfect in Western Buckeye League play with an 84-57 win over St. Marys at Lappin Gymnasium on Friday night.
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