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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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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Thursday, July 16th, 2026
Parkway accepts resignations of Hughes, Pierce
By Erin Gardner
  ROCKFORD - Former Parkway High School boys basketball coach Doug Hughes, who resigned from the role in April but was still contracted as a high school intervention specialist, submitted his resignation as a rehired retiree teacher on Wednesday.
School board members accepted his resignation during their July board meeting Wednesday night. [More]
Marks, Day win Double Down Duals feature races
By Mike Ernst
  ROSSBURG - Brent Marks, the 2022 Kings Royal winner, and 20-year-old Corey Day picked up the wins during the Double Down Duals at Eldora Speedway on Wednesday night that kicked off Kings Royal weekend at the high-banked, half-mile oval.
Marks, who swept the $100,000 to-win Historical Big One and Kings Royal in 2022, led all 25-laps of the first feature event to continue his recent hot streak on the High Limit Racing Series, which also included a win on Monday night at Fremont Speedway. [More]
Obituaries on July 16th, 2026
Douglas Cook
Douglas (Doug) Edward Cook, aged 74, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, [More]
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St. Marys BOE approves new school bus purchase
ST. MARYS - St. Marys City Schools Board of Education members this week approved the purchase of a new school bus, which is set to be delivered to the district ahead of the typical wait time.
Man, 61, arrested for child sex crime
COLDWATER - A 61-year-old Union City man was arrested Tuesday in Mercer County for reportedly soliciting sex from a child online.
The arrest was made as a result of a multi-jurisdiction investigation, a news release from Coldwater Police Chief Kevin Wynk states.
Montezuma approves bills, new credit card
MONTEZUMA - Village council members in Montezuma approved replacing the village's debit card with a credit card for paying bills during their regular meeting Wednesday night.
Horse & Buggy Tales
Remembering the CHS class of 1908
In 1908, under the supervision of Superintendent S. Wilkin, Principal I.W. Pogue and faculty, a class of 18 graduated from Celina High School.
The
Going for two
St. Henry prepares to defend state ACME title
It feels a bit like déjà vu for St. Henry ACME baseball coach Tyler Bruns, except for the part about missing the state tournament last year.
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Mariners drop third straight
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
An early scoring burst by Grand Lake could not be sustained as Lima scored five runs in the bottom of the fifth to t
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Wednesday, July 15th, 2026
Auglaize County reports first cyclosporiasis case
No specific source found, officials say
By Abigail Miller
WAPAKONETA - A gastrointestinal illness brought on by a microscopic parasite found in raw produce has made its way to Auglaize County, just a week after a case was detected in Mercer County.
At the Auglaize County General Health District's regular board of health meeting on Tuesday morning, director of health promotion and planning Natalie Karner informed board members that a case of cyclosporiasis was logged in the county this week. [More]
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Still on the Case
Auglaize police use podcast to awaken memories of 48-year-old cold case
Investigators from the Auglaize County Sheriff's Office are calling attention to the unsolved 1978 murder of a 33-year-old St. Marys man after discussing the case on a recent episode of a popular true crime podcast.
No environmental risk after manure truck overturns
ROCKFORD - One person was reportedly injured after a truck trailer carrying liquid manure tipped over southwest of Rockford Tuesday morning.
At 10:
Minster BOE reviews new laws for schools
MINSTER - In a brief regular meeting on Monday night, Minster Local Schools Board of Education members discussed several pieces of state legislation recently signed into law.
Jay Co. crash kills 1
JAY COUNTY, Ind. - A Wednesday morning crash on State Road 1 in Jay County, Indiana, resulted in one fatality, the Indiana State Police reported. No names have been released as authorities are still gathering information.
2-vehicle crash injures woman
AMANDA TOWNSHIP - The Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash on Deep Cut Road at South Defiance Trail, Amanda Township, Allen County, Wednesday at approximately 5:42 p.m.
Streak snapped
Lima sweeps Grand Lake to snap Mariners' win streak
CELINA - Grand Lake entered Tuesday's twin-bill against Lima with a Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League-best 18-game winning streak. After the first
Golfers compete at Springbrook
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Brody Miller made the trek from Bellbrook to Springbrook Golf Club in Lima a successful one in winning the Gray's Cappie Sportswear Open as part of the Lima Junior Golf Association's summer tour on Tuesday.
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Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
Coldwater safety committee to address e-bikes
By Georgia Rindler
  COLDWATER - The Coldwater Village Council at Monday's meeting heard concerns about kids and motorized devices.
Steve Hennessey was spokesman for a group of residents questioning why moped drivers must be 14 years old, pass a test, and wear a helmet when 8-year-olds can ride an electric bike with no restrictions. [More]
Mariners play Locos in battle of GLSCL's best
By Joe Schatz
It has already been a memorable season for the Grand Lake Mariners in the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League, but their upcoming series against Lima has the potential to top the already long list of highlights.
The four-game series between the North and South division leaders begins tonight at 5 p.m. at Montgomery Field in Celina with a pair of seven-inning games. The teams then head to Lima on Wednesday, before wrapping up play on Thursday back in Celina. [More]
Obituaries on July 14th, 2026
Estella Nusbaum
Estella Nusbaum, age 94, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on [More]
James Hinker
James H. Hinker age 73 of Minster, Ohio died Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Elmwood [More]
Vina Woods
Vina Lenore (Hicks) Woods, 77, of Celina, died on July 11 at Celina Manor.
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St. Marys still has a scooter problem, resident says
ST. MARYS - Several months after councilors passed legislation related to electric bike safety, low-speed mobility devices were once again brought up at a St. Marys City Council meeting this week by a concerned citizen.
Completion delayed for new ML building
MARIA STEIN - Although the completion date has been moved back for the new middle school building, superintendent Mike Pohlman reported Monday night that the delay will not affect the start of classes.
Celina approves budget, hears second readings
CELINA - In a brief regular meeting on Monday, the Celina City Council approved the city's budget for July 2027, as required by the state.
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Council to OK county fee change for solid waste
NEW BREMEN - Village councilors on Monday heard legislation to abolish generation fees for landfills.
Councilors heard first reading of a resolution to authorize abolishing generation fees for the Auglaize County Solid Waste District.
5 charged in Mercer County Common Pleas Court
CELINA - Five people were charged in Mercer County Common Pleas Court with criminal charges related to receiving stolen property, drug possession, obstructing justice and failure to comply in the last week.
Perrysburg claims junior ACME crown
Compiled By JOE SCHATZ
jschatz@dailystandard.com
In a rematch of last year's junior ACME title, St. Henry had to try its best to overcome an ear
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Monday, July 13th, 2026
Sawyer's Legacy
Fort Recovery's Ninja Park to honor local boy
By Abigail Miller
FORT RECOVERY- Years after the death of local boy Sawyer Overman, his legacy will soon live on through a multi-obstacle ninja park planned for Fort Recovery's Community Park.
The community-funded Sawyer Overman Ninja Park will provide children with a new place to climb, balance and play while honoring Sawyer's adventurous spirit. [More]
Obituaries on July 13th, 2026
Patricia Miessen
Patricia A. Miessen, age 59, of Celina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, J [More]
Elaine Regedanz
Elaine Regedanz, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passe [More]
Gene Schrolucke
Gene Schrolucke was a farmer, on land his mother's family, the Holtkamps, had worked since 1851, when his maternal great-grandfather first bought the plots. [More]
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Taking full advantage
Grand Lake sweeps Flag City to extend winning streak
CELINA - A comeback effort that began in the second inning and carried over to a big fifth inning saw Grand Lake charge past Flag City 19-5 in seven innings of Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League action Sunday for the team's 18th win in a row.
Redskins advance in junior ACME
Compiled by Joe Schatz and Gary Rasberry
The St. Henry junior ACME baseball team advanced to the state championship game with two wins over the weekend at Bryan's Sumpter Field.
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