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.
The November death of a Celina man has been ruled a case of accidental drug overdose, according to reports from the Mercer County Sheriff's Office.
Nathaniel Heitbrink, 23, 224 Jackson St., was found dead in bed at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 12. Diana Heitbrink reportedly saw her son's vehicle parked at the home when he should have been working at Creative Cabinetry and went to investigate. [More]
COLDWATER - The second meeting between Fort Recovery and Coldwater proved to be just as exciting as the first meeting at the end of December.
Greg Kahlig's two free throws with 38.7 seconds left in the game held up the rest of the way as the Indians left The Palace with a 49-48 win in Midwest Athletic Conference action for their second win of the season over Coldwater. [More]
ST. MARYS - Ohio EPA has issued a public notice of intent to increase the city's mercury limit in the wastewater from 1.8 to 12 parts per trillion. After 30 days the increase will become final.
The Mercer County Sheriff's Office continues to receive questions as area residents prepare to renew their four-year concealed carry permits. Just under 500 permits have been issued in the county since they first became available in April 2004.
