Thursday, May 8th, 2014
Officials: Major reorganization possible
By Shelley Grieshop
CELINA - The local health department may face a major reorganization following the announcement Wednesday of administrator Dale Palmer's retirement.
Palmer, 60, who was hired for the top position in April 2008, told the Mercer County-Celina City Board of Health during a special meeting that he will retire July 3. [More]
By Colin Foster
COLDWATER - It was a senior-dominated senior night for the Coldwater softball team Wednesday.
Pitcher Brittany Gillis threw five strong innings and the Cavaliers belted out 14 hits in a 10-0 five-inning decision over Fort Recovery in Midwest Athletic Conference play at Lady Cavalier Diamond. [More]
Obituaries on May 8th, 2014
Dennis L. Denney, 69, Fort Recovery, died May 6, 2014, at his residence.
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Dorothy Annebelle Moyer, 94, passed away May 5, 2014, in Mansfield.
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Richard L. "Beetle" Winner, 69, Minster, died at 3:45 a.m. May 6, 2014, at Versailles Health Care. [More]
Marilyn Corrigan Nagy, 87, Celina, passed away at 9:34 p.m. May 7, 2014, at Bri [More]
Local pictures on May 8th, 2014
Subscriber stories on May 8th, 2014
CELINA - Officials may seek grant funds for a proposed $90,000 project to make the front entrance of the Mercer County Courthouse handicapped-accessible.
Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart is reminding the public to use caution at sites where county crews are working.
"We are asking that motorists r
From the Front Row
Escalating temperatures, irrepressible hankerings to get out of the house, unshakable urges to flit in open spaces - these are all clear indications
Four years after pitching for the Grand Lake Mariners, Sam Slavik returns this summer to coach the team.
The former Coldwater and University of Cincinnati pitcher will guide the Mariners this season, assuming the role of both head coach and assistant general manager.
ST. HENRY - St. Henry distance specialist Courtney Kunk will continue her education and running career after committing to Defiance College for both cross country and track and field.
FORT RECOVERY - Ben Dilworth will continue his education and basketball career at the University of Northwestern Ohio after the Fort Recovery senior signed with the Lima-based NAIA school on Wednesday.
Wednesday's Local Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina boys tennis team were defeated by Lexington 3-2 in the Ohio Tennis Coaches Association's Division II team tournament on Wednesday at the Booster Club Complex. The NetDogs wrap up the dual match season with a 15-2 record.