Special Weather Statement issued March 17 at 3:42AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will continue through mid morning. With temperatures well below freezing, light snow accumulations will combine with lingering black ice from overnight, to create some slick spots on area roadways. In addition, brisk westerly winds will gust in the 25 to 35 mph range this morning.
If traveling this morning, allow for some extra time to reach your destination. Be prepared for slick conditions, especially on bridges and overpasses as well as untreated surfaces.
Today 28° Today 28° chance 20° 20° Tomorrow 40° Tomorrow 40° chance 34° 34° slight chance
Monday, February 18th, 2013
Obituaries on February 18th, 2013
Dewaine Byerley, 76, St. Marys, died Feb. 16, 2013, at St. Marys Living Center. [More]
John Douglas "Doug" Brookhart, 71, St. Marys, died of a sudden illness at 2:50 [More]
Stories on February 18th, 2013
The Lenten season brings fish fry fever to Mercer and Auglaize counties.
Every Friday night during the 40 days preceding Easter, nearly all area co [More]
Mack tells crowd sheriffs play important role
MARIA STEIN - It's up to county officials, notably sheriffs, to uphold the Constitution and protect state sovereignty against federal incursions and attacks on God-given rights, a former Arizona sheriff, author and Constitutional scholar says.
ROCKFORD - A 58-year-old man remains in the Mercer County Detention Facility after holding authorities at bay for nearly 4 1/2 hours Saturday morning at a North Franklin Street residence.
The tradition of Celina divers competing at the state level continues while St. Marys' Madison Taylor finally gets her chance on the biggest stage. [More]
Local Weekend Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Several local swimmers received good news on Sunday as at-large qualifiers were announced for this week's state swimming championships.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
LIMA - A quick start gave Lima Central Catholic an early lead and the Thunderbirds went on to defeat Celina 77-62 on Saturday night at Herr Gymnasium in Lima.
Sectional Wrestling Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Coldwater will be sending eight wrestlers to the next round of the postseason after a strong performance at the Division III sectional on Saturday at Herr Gymnasium at Lima Central Catholic High School.
Girls Sectional Bowling
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Four local teams advanced to the girls' district bowling tournament next week after sectional action on Saturday at Community Lanes in Minster.
Local pictures on February 18th, 2013