Special Weather Statement issued January 16 at 8:25PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Light snow will move across the region at times overnight. Some slick conditions will be possible with this snow. If traveling remain alert for changing road conditions and slick spots.
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Friday, March 22nd, 2013
Commissioners OK buying alarm system for various offices
By Shelley Grieshop
CELINA - Officials are looking for ways to improve security at the Mercer County Courthouse as violent acts continue in public places.
One of the ideas discussed during a meeting Thursday morning at the courthouse was to lock all entranceways but one, where all visitors and employees would be subject to a metal detector and X-ray machine. No decision was made. [More]
Obituaries on March 22nd, 2013
Mary Moeller, 82, Celina, died March 21, 2013.
Funeral arrangements are pendi [More]
Werner Schwartz, 58, New Bremen, died March 21, 2013, at his sister's home near [More]
Kathleen Sue "Kathy" Shirk, 60, Celina, died March 21, 2013, at Van Wert County Hospital. [More]
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Subscriber stories on March 22nd, 2013
Slusser was placed on paid administrative leave four weeks ago
CELINA - The investigation into allegations of misconduct by police chief Dave Slusser that city administrators had hoped to wrap up weeks ago continues with no sign of a resolution.
Stateline Agri given orders to fix lagoon problems
CELINA - The Ohio EPA has issued a notice of violation against Stateline Agri Inc., a 2,400-head hog finishing operation at 1031 state Route 29 owned by Roman Kremer, for an overflowing manure lagoon and other issues reported earlier this month.
NEW KNOXVILLE - Auglaize County officials are waiting for the release of a state and federal airport focus study that could affect future funding of the Neil Armstrong Airport.
COLDWATER - Living a gluten-free life is becoming increasing popular but succeeding is more difficult than doctors originally thought.
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CELINA - The county plans to fix two intersections along Mud Pike that require motorists to zigzag.
The intersections of Fleetfoot and Hellwarth roads will be modified so vehicles crossing Mud Pike will continue a nearly straight path, according to Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart.