Special Weather Statement issued December 3 at 1:05PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow is expected to develop across the area after midnight, shifting to the southeast through the predawn hours. This band of light snow will affect the region by the Thursday morning commute, eventually pushing south of the area by mid- morning.
Minor snow accumulations of less than an inch are expected, but cold ground conditions will allow for quick accumulation on any untreated surfaces. The main impacts are expected to be reduced visibilities and some slick spots on untreated surfaces.
Motorists should exercise caution. Plan extra time for the Thursday morning commute.
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Wednesday, December 24th, 2008
Celina church ministry organizes construction of home for local family in need
By Shelley Grieshop
Ten-year-old Kyler and his 6-year-old brother, Brylan, race down the hallway of their unfinished Celina home, tearing past their mother and nearly sideswiping a ladder.
"Slow down!" shouts Amy Durbin, as the angry look on her face quickly fades to a smile. [More]
By Gary R. Rasberry
COLDWATER - Despite a strong run that saw the Cavaliers take a short lead in the first half, Coldwater had struggles in taking care of the ball, resulting in a lot of lost opportunities.
Elida took advantage of the miscues to pull away in the second half for a 48-33 win over the Cavaliers at The Palace. The Cavaliers drop to 0-6 on the season as the Bulldogs even their mark at 3-3. [More]
Obituaries on December 24th, 2008
Brian J. Daniel, 34, of 718 S. Wayne St., St. Marys, died Dec. 23, 2008, at his [More]
Delores E. Didier, 74, 1001 Myers Road, Celina, died Dec. 22, 2008, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. [More]
Paul E. Germann, 82, 825 Echo St., Celina, died Dec. 23, 2008, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. [More]
Mary T. McMahon, 90, of Coldwater, died at 7:50 p.m. Dec. 22, 2008, at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater. [More]
Judith Eileen Palmer, 67, of 806 Heather Drive, St. Marys, died Dec. 23, 2008, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. [More]
Wayne I. Snider, 88, 4225 state Route 118, Coldwater, died at 3:45 a.m. Dec. 24, 2008, at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater. [More]
Local pictures on December 24th, 2008
Subscriber stories on December 24th, 2008
A Rockford wo-man faces felony charges after she allegedly took painkiller patches that had been distributed to residents of The Gardens at Celina.
The low bid for expansion of the West Jefferson Township wastewater treatment plant was submitted by CDA Construction Group of Celina.
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A new $3 million electric substation should be up and running in Celina within the next two years, Celina Safety Service Director Jeff Hazel says.
A 34-year-old St. Marys man died Tuesday morning from an apparent suicide at his home.
Brian J. Daniel, 718 S. Wayne St., was pronounced dead at th
Santa Claus may not be the only holiday visitor showing up on area doorsteps in coming days, leading Celina Police Chief Dave Slusser to issue a warning to residents.
NEW BREMEN - The New Bremen Cardinals girls basketball team gave their brave fans who ventured out in icy conditions on Tuesday night an early Christmas gift as they rolled to a 58-22 win over the Ridgemont Golden Gophers in non-league play at New Bremen High School.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
New Knoxville dominated the first three quarters of action before heading into the Christmas break with a 41-19 win at Spencerville on Tuesday to go to 3-5 on the season.