Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 12:43AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality. Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories. It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes. For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
GRAND LAKE - It's been 45 years since The Beatles wrote "Helter Skelter" on their self-titled White Album. It's been almost as long as a hydroplane boat bearing the same name has raced on Grand Lake.
At this weekend's Governor's Cup Regatta, Helter Skelter will make its return as part of the Vintage Boat class. [More]
Harold O. Davis, 75, Benzonia, Mich., and formerly of Shepherd, Mich., and Mendon, passed away suddenly Aug. 9, 2013, at Munson Hospital in Traverse City, Mich. [More]
School district's 20-year tax deferment to help pay for second phase
MARIA STEIN - The Marion Community Development Organization learned at its August meeting that Phase II of the local industrial park expansion is moving forward.
St. Henry's girls golf team improved to 2-0 in the Midwest Athletic Conference after defeating Fort Recovery 208-270 on Wednesday afternoon action at the Mercer County Elks.
