Special Weather Statement issued January 15 at 6:43AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers occurring across the region will gradually diminish through 9 AM. Most locations will observe snow accumulations of an inch or less. In some of the better snow bands, locally up to 2 inches will be possible.
The cold temperatures will create slick roadways due to the coating of snow. Motorists should be aware that driving conditions may change quickly along their route, going from dry to slick. If traveling this morning, use extra caution and allow for extra time to reach your destination.
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Monday, November 12th, 2012
Obituaries on November 12th, 2012
Paul Adams, 81, Celina, died Nov. 10, 2012, at Kindred Hospital, Lima.
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Ryah Howell, 9-month-old daughter of Kori Howell, St. Marys, died Nov. 9, 2012, [More]
Larry D. Bollenbacher, 70, Celina, died Nov. 10, 2012, at his home.
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Rita J. Fetters, 71, Montpelier, died at 1:15 a.m. Nov. 9, 2012, at Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers - Montpelier Emergency Room. [More]
John M. Rauh, 68, Coldwater, died Nov. 11, 2012, at his home.
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Kurt Allan Metzger, 53, Coldwater, died at 7:55 p.m. Nov, 9, 2012, at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. [More]
Denise Faye Besecker, 57, Bradford, died at 7:58 a.m. Nov. 9, 2012, at her home [More]
Melinda "Mindi" Shinn, 26, Rockford, died Nov. 8, 2012, at her home.
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Doris M. Long, 84, Celina, died Nov. 10, 2012, at Parkview Medical Center, Fort Wayne, Ind. [More]
Kathleen "Kate" Bergman, 80, Maria Stein, died at 9:19 p.m. Nov. 10, 2012, at OSU Medical Center, Columbus. [More]
Othmar Osterloh, 83, Burkettsville, died Nov. 11, 2012, in Coldwater.
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Stories on November 12th, 2012
Failing charter schools score public dollars, offer parents another option
A record $700 million in state funding is earmarked this year for Ohio's not-so-successful charter schools while higher-performing public schools undergo funding cuts.
ROCKFORD - Memories of murder victim Melinda "Mindi" Shinn were shared during a candlelight vigil attended by nearly 175 people Saturday night.  
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FAIRBORN - Though they came into their Division IV state final volleyball match with a sparkling 25-3 record, the Marion Local Flyers knew a little bit about making a comeback. [More]
FAIRBORN - Notes and quotes from Saturday's Division IV state volleyball final.
Clubbing it
To get to where the Marion Local volleyball program is
Division V Region 20 Semifinals at Piqua
PIQUA - A big defensive play late in the first half allowed Coldwater to take the momentum and run with it for a 41-22 win over West Liberty-Salem in the Division V Region 20 semifinals at Alexander Stadium/Purk Field in Piqua on Saturday night.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
It was an All-Mercer County championship match in both the boys' and girls' divisions of the season-opening West Ohio High School Bowling Conference Singles' Tournament at Community Lanes in Minster.
Local pictures on November 12th, 2012