Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.
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Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
From staff reports
GREENVILLE - A Union City driver was seriously injured after he veered off of the roadway into a corn field twice on Monday morning, first after leaving the scene of an accident and later while fleeing from law enforcement, a news release from Darke County Sheriff Mark Whittaker states. [More]
Grand Lake Fishing Report
By Matt Tuttle
Good day everyone. I hope everyone had a great weekend.
Have I said this is my favorite time of year? It's absolutely my favorite time of year.
Our lake is a special gem that we are so lucky to have in our backyard. The number of restaurants and variety is amazing. I have my favorites for certain types of foods that I'm in the mood for. [More]
Obituaries on November 4th, 2025
Daniel J. Prosser, age 75, of Fort Recovery, passed away, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Mercer Health in Coldwater. [More]
Dieringer, Sister Pat (aka Sister Patricia Ann), 96, died at St. Leonard Skilled Nursing Care on November 2, 2025, in Centerville, Ohio. [More]
Robert Schoen, age 89, of Celina, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at his home in Celina. [More]
David John Rayoum, Jr., 55, St. Marys, died at 4:55 p.m. Oct. 30, 2025, at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Toledo. [More]
Local pictures on November 4th, 2025
Subscriber stories on November 4th, 2025
CELINA - City councilors were made aware of rising operating expenses and big-ticket projects looming for Celina, including soaring electricity costs driven by the proliferation of data centers across Ohio.
FORT RECOVERY - Fort Recovery officials are looking to secure $500,000 in additional funding to help with an upcoming pool renovation.
Councilors o
VAN WERT - In a memorial highway dedication ceremony Monday at the Ohio State Highway Patrol's Van Wert Post, a section of U.S, Route 33 east of Wapakoneta was named for a post commander who died on the stretch of highway 55 years ago.
A New Madison man died Monday morning after his vehicle went left of center and struck a semitrailer head on in rural Arcanum, a news release from Darke County Sheriff Mark Whittaker states.
ST. HENRY - The St. Henry Village Council met Monday for an additional November meeting to discuss a zoning ordinance and meet in executive session.
Councilors heard second reading of an ordinance to adopt fencing amendments to the zoning handbook.
CELINA - Over a dozen backyard birds in Auglaize County were culled last month after contracting High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI).
The detection is
CELINA - The Mercer County Educational Service Center Business Advisory Council recently facilitated tours in honor of Manufacturing Month, showcasing the importance of the field and career opportunities in one of the largest industries in the Mercer County region.
Division VI State Volleyball Preview
New Bremen, St. Henry have tough challenges in state semifinals
Four teams that know their way around a state tournament atmosphere will take the floor of the Ervin J. Nutter Center in Fairborn in the Division VI state volleyball semifinals.