Special Weather Statement issued March 19 at 4:28AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Gusty winds from 35 to 40 mph this afternoon could blow around unsecured items. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor items.
Special Weather Statement issued March 19 at 4:15AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Gusty winds from 35 to 40 mph this afternoon could blow around unsecured items. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor items.
Today 37° Today 37° chance 25° 25° scattered Tomorrow 52° Tomorrow 52° 33° 33°
Monday, February 9th, 2015
Keeping safe
Photo by Kathy Thompson/The Daily Standard

Andrea Cahill, Hot Brass Personal Defense lead instructor, stresses to a group of women and senior citizens that being alert and ready to react can mean the difference between life and death. She taught about 50 people at the Mercer County Sheriff's Office to be more aware of their surroundings and what to do in emergency situations. The free class was sponsored by the sheriff's office.

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