Special Weather Statement issued December 9 at 9:47PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
During the predawn hours, winds will increase ahead of a low pressure system moving east through the lower Great Lakes. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected through this afternoon, possibly gusting to 45 mph in a few spots. Wind is expected to decrease overnight but remain relatively strong at 20-25 mph this evening.
Please be aware of these strong winds especially if driving a higher profile vehicle. Secure loose outdoor objects and shore up seasonal decorations if possible.
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Saturday, June 11th, 2016
By William Kincaid
A local organization that aims to spur children's self esteem and chances at success in life by partnering them with positive adult role models received a financial shot in the arm on Friday.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mercer, Auglaize & Van Wert was awarded a $70,000 grant through the state Community Connectors school mentorship program, the Ohio Department of Education announced. [More]
Obituaries on June 11th, 2016
Joseph F. Maruna, age 80, of Coldwater, died Thursday, June 9, 2016 at Mercer County Community Hospital, Coldwater. [More]
Miriam R. (Dapore) Slonkosky, age 85, Fort Loramie, Ohio, passed away of natural causes at her residence early Friday morning, June 10, 2016. [More]
Emily Kaye Rempe, 14, St. Marys, OH, died 11:24 p.m. Wednesday June 8, 2016 in the emergency department of JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. [More]
Local pictures on June 11th, 2016
Subscriber stories on June 11th, 2016
Local workshop focuses on prevention, treatment options
CELINA - Attendees of Dr. Susan Jones' bedbug presentation were itching with questions during the workshop that covered prevention and treatment of and myths about the widespread pest.
CELINA - The handling of concrete removed during a county project continues to infuriate residents in a Montezuma neighborhood.
The concrete has been removed from the banks of a stream after one resident said the debris had been improperly dumped on his property.
The Daily Standard's baseball Dream Team
Coldwater coach Brian Harlamert has long been at the helm of one of the best baseball programs in the state.
His son, Aaron, was one of the state's best at the plate and behind the plate during his final year in an Orange and Black uniform.
ROSSBURG - Brandon Sheppard, a 23-year-old driver from New Berlin, Illinois, collected his fourth consecutive 25-lap preliminary feature victory Friday night at Eldora Speedway and in doing so made himself the favorite heading into tonight's 22nd annual, $100,000 to-win Dirt Late Model Dream.
Friday's Roundup
Compiled by Colin Foster
The Minster ACME baseball team is off to a 3-0 start on its 15th-annual trip to Pigeon Fork, Tennessee.
Pitching has led the way so far for the Wildcats, who have allowed just four runs in three games.
Pending Board of Education approval, Minster High School has named Reetta Piipari as head girls basketball coach.
Piipari was a member of Minster