Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 5:27PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
At 526 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Celina to 7 miles south of Kenton, moving east at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and very heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.
Locations impacted include... Sidney, Bellefontaine, Celina, Wapakoneta, St. Marys, New Bremen, Minster, Richwood, West Liberty, Anna, Fort Loramie, Jackson Center, Russells Point, De Graff, Botkins, Lakeview, New Knoxville, Belle Center, West Mansfield, and Chippewa Park.
This includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 93 and 113.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
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Friday, August 12th, 2011
Fair gets rolling today
High-flying stunt cyclists, demo derby, Go Kart and Motocross racing planned
By Jay Clouse
CELINA - Adrenaline levels have been turned up a notch for the 159th annual Mercer County Fair that kicks off this afternoon.
Visitors will be treated to high-flying stunt cyclists, a demolition derby, Go Kart and Motocross racing and a Tug-A-Truck competition throughout fair week. [More]
Family, volunteers prove CPR makes a difference
By Margie Wuebker
NEW BREMEN - Max Cotterman was cutting wood in his backyard on June 4 and came inside after suddenly feeling "poorly." He planned to rest and then mow the lawn.
"Max complained of chest pain and said he wanted to take a shower before we drove to t [More]
Obituaries on August 12th, 2011
Lewis Gray
Lewis A. Gray, 87, Celina, died at 12:30 a.m. Aug. 11, 2011, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. [More]
Local pictures on August 12th, 2011
Subscriber stories on August 12th, 2011
Ohio livestock care rules to take effect in September
New rules regarding the boarding of animals and the availability of food and water to livestock will take effect next month in Ohio, along with a host of other state guidelines that govern the care and well-being of farm animals.
Hiking, preservation among needs identified in parks survey
More hiking areas and preservation of natural habitats are what most Auglaize residents want in a park, according to a recently completed survey.
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Business receives revolving loan to open new daycare facility
FORT RECOVERY - A daycare/preschool business in St. Henry plans to open a new facility in neighboring Fort Recovery.
Mercer County Commissioners on
New mental health volunteer joins board
WAPAKONETA - Auglaize County Commissioners on Thursday approved a new board member for the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Allen, Auglaize and Hardin counties.
Local task force nabs third Dayton man in drug sting
For the third time in three days a local drug task force has arrested a Dayton-area man for allegedly selling drugs in Auglaize County.
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Jury's out on porcelain plant
I truly appreciate vining plants. They give shade, offer privacy, and can be used as a living divider. They are gorgeous growing up trellises, fences and gated arbors, and it only takes an occasional pruning to keep them in shape. Also, many vining plants are perennials.
St. John Lutheran Church welcomes new pastor
CELINA - The pastor to soon take the lead at St. John Lutheran Church says his passion is to serve and become a part of small town ministry.
Pastor Jeff Gramza will be installed as pastor of the Purple Door Church at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 21; his ministry begins at the Aug. 28 morning worship.
Ray to play golf for Martin Methodist
Celina's Deanna Ray can't recall when she first began playing golf, but once she started she hasn't stopped.
Ray is ready to play competitively for another four years after announcing that she will compete in golf while attending NAIA representative Martin Methodist College in Pulaski, Tenn.
Lady Flyers finish fifth at Versailles
Local Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The big event for a quartet of local girls' golf teams on Thursday was in Versailles at the annual Lady Tiger Tee Invitational.
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