Special Weather Statement issued August 7 at 11:33PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
At 1133 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Wapakoneta, moving northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and very heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible.
Locations impacted include... Wapakoneta, Ada, Fort Shawnee, Cridersville, Jackson Center, Russells Point, Botkins, Lakeview, Alger, Waynesfield, Belle Center, Chippewa Park, Roundhead, Mcguffey, Uniopolis, Fryburg, Montra, Silver Creek, Jumbo, and Huntersville.
This includes I-75 in Ohio between mile markers 101 and 118.
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.
Motorists should slow down and use extra caution.
To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
68° 68° chance likely Sat 84° Sat 84° patchy 61° 61° slight chance Sun 84° Sun 84° slight chance
Wednesday, November 17th, 2021
By Leslie Gartrell
Nothing says fall - or Thanksgiving - quite like pumpkin pie.
The seasonal treat features warm, aromatic spices paired with seasonal pumpkin and a classic, flaky pie crust.
Pumpkin pie can be as easy or as complicated as each baker would like, said Mary Heinrichs, owner of Calico Cafe in Coldwater, and Donna Andrews, lead baker at Pullman Bay Restaurant in Celina. [More]
Obituaries on November 17th, 2021
Carolyn S. Bambauer, 87, of New Knoxville, Ohio, died 8:48 P.M. Monday, November 15, 2021, at her residence. [More]
Richard "Dick" E. Geist, age 83, of Celina, Ohio passed away at 11:46 am at his daughters residence in Lima on November 4, 2021. [More]
Philip V. Monnin, 82, of New Bremen, passed away on November 14, 2021 after a three-year battle with Lewy Body Dementia. [More]
Local pictures on November 17th, 2021
Subscriber stories on November 17th, 2021
Auglaize cases up; 2 deaths reported
WAPAKONETA - Auglaize County health officials are urging residents to protect themselves and loved ones from COVID-19 as the holidays approach.
"A lot of people think COVID is over, but it's still here," said Auglaize County Health Commissioner Oliver Fisher on Tuesday.
ROCKFORD - The village has been awarded $850,000 in grant funding for the construction of a new water tower, though village administrator Aaron Temple said the distribution date for the funds is unknown.
By WILLIAM KINCAID and SALBERT@DAILYSTANDARD.COM
newsroom@dailystandard.com
CELINA - Boards of elections in Mercer and Auglaize counties completed the official canvas of the the Nov. 2 general election, yielding the official election results.
A third New Bremen Cardinal is headed to Tiffin University.
Kaylee Freund, New Bremen's leading hitter, signed a letter of intent to play for the Dragons on Friday after a stellar high school career that included three state championship match appearances and first-team all-Ohio honors.
2021 Division IV Volleyball State Champions
Roster:
#  Player  Pos.  Ht.  Gr.
1  Lauren Wingler  L  5-3  So.
3  Carson Henschen  OH/MH  6-1  Sr.
4  Avery Henschen  MH  5-10  Sr.
5  Keianna Wellman  MH  5-7  So.
2021 Division IV Volleyball State Runner-up
Roster:
#  Name  Pos.  Ht.  Gr.
0  Lauren Beyke  DS  5-6  Sr.
1  Chloe Gels  OH  5-10  So.
2  Lauren Robinette  DS  5-5  Sr.
3  Grace Lange  L  5-6  Sr.
4  Avery Schmitz  OH  5-8  So.