Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 6:07AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will become more widespread through this afternoon and then likely linger into this evening before tapering off.
The snow showers will be capable of causing brief periods of reduced visibilities, especially this afternoon. In addition, brisk conditions will prevail with west winds gusting in the 30 to 40 mph range today.
Light snow accumulations will be possible, mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. While roads will remain mostly wet during the daytime hours, some slick spots may develop toward sunset as temperatures begin to drop below freezing.
Please be prepared for the changing weather conditions today and the potential for reduced visibilities when driving.
Today 35° Today 35° likely 17° 17° chance Tomorrow 28° Tomorrow 28° 20° 20°
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Friday, February 21st, 2020
Fire leaves 10 homeless
2 taken to hospital: Lantern ignites blaze
By Sydney Albert
COLDWATER - A blaze that consumed an apartment complex late Wednesday night, possibly injuring two residents, causing $500,000 worth of damage and leaving about 10 people homeless, has reportedly been ruled an accident by the state fire marshal.
Coldwater Fire Chief Brent Forsthoefel said his department responded to 911 N. Seventh St., Apt. 47, after receiving a call at about 11 p.m. Wednesday about an apartment fully engulfed in flames. [More]
Down by the old mill stream
174-year-old mill restored
By Daily Standard Staff
Exterior work continues on the Reservoir Mill recently in St. Marys. Workers are removing additions to the 1846-1847 flour mill and stabilizing the original structure.
Construction crews are working on phase 1, which focuses on rehabilitating the exterior and making sure the foundation and interior are stable. The city received permission from the state to use $1 million from a $1.4 million revolving loan fund for phase 1, for the purpose of relieving "slum and blight" conditions. [More]
Area swimmers earn trips to finals
By Gary R. Rasberry
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina girls swim team will compete for state titles in two relays and an individual event at the OHSAA Division II State Swimming Championships.
On Thursday, the Bulldogs qualified for the A-Finals in the 200-yard medley and 400 freestyle relay while Claire Gass earned a spot in the 100 breaststroke A-Final during the preliminaries at Branin Natatorium in Canton. [More]
Obituaries on February 21st, 2020
Dale McGlothen
Dale McGlothen, 79, of Wapakoneta, died 5:44 P.M. Wednesday, February 19, 2020, at his residence. [More]
Alice Pohlman
Alice R. Pohlman age 99 of Maria Stein, Ohio passed away at 1:10 AM on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. [More]
Helen Springer
Helen (Poor) Springer, 85, passed away on Feb. 14, 2020, in Palm Harbor, Florida. [More]
Theodore Siegel
Theodore J. Siegel, 52, Fort Loramie, died on Feb. 20, 2020, at Christ Hospital [More]
Local pictures on February 21st, 2020
Subscriber stories on February 21st, 2020
Bankruptcy won't affect area Scouts
The national Boy Scouts of America organization has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, but Mercer and Auglaize county Boy Scouts should not be affected by the decision, according to an area Scout executive.
Coalition seeks places to house area homeless
CELINA - The local housing crunch is not only impeding the growth of communities, but it's also straining efforts to help lift people out of homelessness, according to Grand Lake United Methodist Church Pastor Mick Whistler.
Engineers to inspect miles of ditches
CELINA - Over the upcoming construction season engineer inspection and maintenance personnel will be on site on many of the 111 miles of Mercer County maintained open drainage ditches and 62 miles of tile throughout Mercer County, according to a news release from Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart.
Lakers looking to win the World Series
Geier anticipates another strong season
CELINA - The Wright State University-Lake Campus baseball team has had four straight trips to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association's Small College World Series.
Commentary
All-Star Game has perfect ending
On Sunday, my girlfriend and I were having an lovely night at home watching a new reality dating show on Netflix, talking about life, etc. (You just
District 8 teams announced
Area players and coaches earned honors from the District 8 Basketball Coaches Association as postseason honors were released on Thursday.
In Divisi
Celina, St. Marys bowlers advance
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina and St. Marys boys bowling teams advanced to the Division I district tournament after qualifying at the sectional tournament held Thursday at Interstate Lanes in Rossford.
Jones invited to U.S. tryouts
University of Michigan sophomore Paige Jones was invited to take part in open tryouts by the United States Women's National Volleyball Team starting today and running through Sunday in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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