Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 6:07AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will become more widespread through this afternoon and then likely linger into this evening before tapering off.
The snow showers will be capable of causing brief periods of reduced visibilities, especially this afternoon. In addition, brisk conditions will prevail with west winds gusting in the 30 to 40 mph range today.
Light snow accumulations will be possible, mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. While roads will remain mostly wet during the daytime hours, some slick spots may develop toward sunset as temperatures begin to drop below freezing.
Please be prepared for the changing weather conditions today and the potential for reduced visibilities when driving.
Wind Advisory issued March 16 at 2:25AM EDT until March 16 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Today 35° Today 35° likely 17° 17° chance Tomorrow 28° Tomorrow 28° 20° 20°
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Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Skilled workers in hot demand
Tri Star restarts adult welding class
By William Kincaid
Ohio manufacturers are in desperate need of skilled workers.
Tri Star Career Compact has responded to the call by bringing back an adult welding class after a nearly 20-year hiatus.
"The whole region is screaming for help, and (they) can't get i [More]
Police seek suspect in home invasion
By Shelley Grieshop
CELINA - Police are warning residents to lock their doors at night following an unsolved home invasion early this morning.
A woman residing in the 300 block of Leona Street reportedly awoke to find a partially undressed man standing in her bedroom [More]
Panthers score early against Flyers
By Mark Ruschau
ROCKFORD -With the tournament opener just over a week away, the Parkway Panthers softball team is hitting its stride at the right time, as represented by its 16-1 five inning run rule contest of the Marion Local Flyers in Midwest Athletic Conference play on Monday afternoon at the Panther Softball Field in Rockford. [More]
Obituaries on May 1st, 2012
Margaret Menchhofer
Margaret L. "Marge" Menchhofer, 91, St. Marys, died at 11:30 a.m. April 28, 2012, at St. Marys Living Center. [More]
Henrietta Helentjaris
Henrietta Helentjaris, 83, Celina, died April 25, 2012, at her residence.
She [More]
M. Donald Winkeljohn
M. Donald Winkeljohn, 89, Celina, died at 4:25 p.m. April 29, 2012, at Celina Manor Nursing Home. [More]
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Subscriber stories on May 1st, 2012
Storm stirs up wind damage
A fast-moving storm brought down trees, utility poles and a pole barn as it whipped through Mercer and Auglaize counties Monday evening.
Mercer County Emergency Management Agency Director Mike Robbins said winds destroyed a pole barn still under construction at the edge of Celina at 5402 Mud Pike.
Permanent algae signs going up at Grand Lake, other state lakes
GRAND LAKE - Grand Lake is one of 14 state-managed lakes and creeks that will get permanent algae signs this year, even if no algae toxin advisory exists.
Common man runs for U.S. presidency
CELINA - After logging 125,000 miles in an RV campaigning throughout the country during the last 12 years, Joe Schriner of Bluffton says he's probably the most well-traveled presidential candidate.
Residents inform council of improvement needs
CELINA - Residents in the southwest part of town want better streets, improved water drainage and new sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
As city officia
Corn stays under cover
Farmers try new planting method; more in north part of county plant cover crops
About six farmers in Mercer County planted corn into growing cover crops this year, a relatively new practice in the area.
They are among the first farmers in the county that he is aware of, to try the practice said Jim Hoorman, a cover crop expert and OSU Extension educator for Mercer County.
Cavs, Redskins can't beat out rain
Monday Local Sports Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Coldwater was one out away from picking up a comeback 8-7 win over St. Henry in Midwest Athletic Conference softball action on Monday.
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