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* WHEN...From 2 AM to 9 AM EDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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Wednesday, August 17th, 2011
Hard work pays off for two equestrians
County fair
By Betty Lawrence
CELINA - Horses with braided manes and riders with hunt seat tack and attire competed in front of judges at the Mercer County Fair on Tuesday.
In the hunt seat equitation competition, the rider, rather than the horse, is evaluated. Judging is based on the rider's performance, control of the horse and correct form. [More]
Obituaries on August 17th, 2011
Damon Springer
Damon Springer, 16, Celina, died Aug. 15, 2011, at Wayne Hospital, Greenville, following an industrial accident. [More]
Ludwig Wuebker
Ludwig F. "Lutz" Wuebker, 85, St. Henry, died at 2:40 a.m. Aug. 16, 2011, at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. [More]
Donald Leffler
Donald H. Leffler, 82, Celina, died at 4:45 a.m. Aug. 16, 2011, at Lima Memorial Hospital. [More]
Local pictures on August 17th, 2011
Subscriber stories on August 17th, 2011
Board member disqualified from fall ballot
Only one candidate in Mercer County was disqualified from the November general election ballot after board of elections members certified petitions Tuesday afternoon.
Crossing guard may help students at busy corner
ROCKFORD - The school district may hire a crossing guard or two after parents again voiced concern about eliminating three bus stops in town.
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Officials seek ways to save on health care costs
CELINA - The city is looking to create a long-term plan to deal with the heavy expense of health care.
Employees in the future could pay more out of pocket costs and be subject to a wellness plan, city auditor Emily Stewart said.
Advanced Plastic Recycling plans to build new warehouse
Council approves request for tax abatement
MINSTER - More jobs and investment are coming to the village.
Advanced Plastic Recycling (APR) plans to build a 10,800-square-foot storage warehouse onto its plant on North Garfield Street.
Parkway repeats as county champion
Local Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

  Parkway posted three of the top five scores en route to repeating as the Mercer County Tournament champions on Tuesday at The Fox's Den in Celina.
Bruns a big winner on final night of racing
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Roy Bruns brought home a pair of winners in the Signature Series' Grand Lake Pace as the Mercer County Fair harness racing action concluded on Tuesday.
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