Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 5:17AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Temperatures will 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 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, December 23rd, 2025
Robot Games
Celina Schools' first robotics team is all about the challenge
By William Kincaid
CELINA - Shortly after Celina Middle School let out for the day on a Tuesday afternoon, about 15 teens gathered in a classroom and immediately got down to business, demonstrating a singular, preternatural focus as they worked to sharpen their robot's maneuverability and aim in firing a whiffle ball into a receptacle. [More]
Panthers defeat Jays
By Joe Schatz
ROCKFORD - Balance is important in life, and in the game of basketball balance is crucial. For Parkway, it was a balanced effort that led them to a big 45-33 win Monday over Delphos St. John's in Midwest Athletic Conference play. Seven of the nine Panthers that played scored, and five of the seven scored five or more points en route to the win. [More]
Obituaries on December 23rd, 2025
Patricia Ann White
Patricia Ann White, age 73, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December [More]
Gary Wourms
Gary "Spark" Wourms, 72 of St Henry, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 21 surrounded by his family. [More]
Grace Adelle Smelser
Grace Adelle Smelser, 77, of Celina, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 [More]
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Subscriber stories on December 23rd, 2025
Celina Fire Dept. fights two Sunday night fires
CELINA - The Celina Fire Department responded to back-to-back structure fires on Sunday night, reflecting a seasonal spike in residential fires.
No injuries were reported in either fire and neither building was deemed a total loss.
N.B. sets 2026 budget at $25.9M
NEW BREMEN - Councilors on Monday approved third and final reading to set next year's budget of nearly $26 million.
Fiscal officer Amy Speelman said during the regular meeting the village has appropriated $25,920,181.62 for next year's budget.
St. Henry Council sets stage for wastewater projects
ST. HENRY - The St. Henry Village Council on Monday night unanimously approved a series of ordinances and resolutions addressing employee compensation, legal representation, fiscal planning and future wastewater improvements.
2 local men charged with felony sex crimes
CELINA - A 65-year-old Mendon man accused of having sexual contact with two minors several times over the course of five years starting when one was under 13 was indicted and subsequently arrested last week on charges out of Mercer County Common Pleas Court.
Celina man indicted on drug charges; Ind. man arrested
CELINA - A 39-year-old Celina man was indicted on drug possession charges and a 37-year-old Indiana man was arrested on custody interference charges last week in Mercer County Common Pleas Court.
Fire departments receive grants to upgrade radio equipment
Nearly 200 fire departments across Ohio, including several in local counties, will soon have access to additional funds to upgrade their emergency ra
Bulldogs rally to beat Trojans
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Celina overcame an eight-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat Botkins 49-47 in non-conference girls basketball action on Monday night in Shelby County.
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