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Tuesday, July 28th, 2026
Villages' constant problem: cats
By Erin Gardner
  NEW BREMEN - Two residents took to Monday's regular village council meeting in New Bremen to address their concerns about the village's - and state's - long-standing issue of feral cats, which one resident says is posing a health risk as her child is severely allergic to cats. [More]
Mariners capture honors
By Daily Standard Staff
The amazing turnaround of the Grand Lake Mariners this season paid dividends as the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League bestowed its postseason honors on Monday.
Fort Recovery graduate Alex Dues was named the Lou Laslo Pitcher of the of the Ye [More]
Obituaries on July 28th, 2026
Alice Hussey
Alice H. Hussey, age 79, of Celina, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her l [More]
Marlin Miller
Marlin "Gene" Miller, 83, of Van Wert, Ohio went home to the Lord on July 24, 2 [More]
Ronald Studer
Ronald Charles Studer, 62, of St. Marys, died 9:12 a.m. Sunday at JTDM Hospital in St. Marys. [More]
Linda Fortkamp
Linda L. Fortkamp, age 74, of New Bremen, died on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 2 [More]
Ronald Brady
Ronald E. Brady, 86 of Celina went home to be with his Lord and Savior on July 21, 2026. [More]
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Celina ball diamonds need maintenance, coaches say
CELINA - City councilors heard from concerned Little League coaches this week who shared that the conditions of the city's baseball diamonds at Eastview and Westview parks are deteriorating.
State Route 118 work continues
But it's smooth sailing on Second Street
COLDWATER - Coldwater village administrator Jason Eyink reported at Monday night's village council meeting that Ohio Department of Transportation crews should be working today to finish the intersections on South Second Street/State Route 118.
St. Henry completes annexation of 31 acres
ST. HENRY - Village council members in St. Henry approved on rule suspension an ordinance accepting the annexation of 31.391 acres of land near State Route 118 and Carthagena Road during their regular meeting Monday night.
Two injured in St. Marys Township crash
WAPAKONETA - A 49-year-old St. Marys man and an 18-year-old New Bremen man sustained serious injuries Monday morning in a two-vehicle injury accident on State Route 219 in St. Marys Township, according to a news release from the Wapakoneta Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
St. Marys council addresses land use changes
ST. MARYS - City councilors in St. Marys on Monday discussed multiple requests from the engineering department, including a rezoning request and two requests to vacate sections of land.
Junior golf wraps up tour
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Ottawa-Glandorf's Alex Bellman wrapped up a successful summer golf season in winning the boys 16-18 year-old age group at the Lima Junior Golf Association's Elks Invitational-Tournament of Champions held Monday at Shawnee Country Club in Lima.
GLSCL Playoffs
Both openers rained out
The Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League playoffs were delayed by weather on Monday.
The Grand Lake Mariners were scheduled to take on Hamilton at Foundation Field in the South Division series. After initially delaying the start to 8 p.m., the continuing rain prompted a postponement.
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Annie Oakley Festival Parade in Greenville

Gathering at the Garst in Greenville

Mariners vs Hamilton Joes college baseball

America 250th party in Fort Recovery
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Monday, July 27th, 2026
Fort Recovery celebrates America's 250th birthday
By Jerry Martin
Fort Recovery on Saturday celebrated America's 250th birthday with a grand party that brought out the entire community. The day included a parade, contests, music, food, an alumni softball game, kids activities, hot air balloon rides and a fireworks show to top it off. A highlight of the day was a dedication ceremony for a new monument honoring the 19 Revolutionary War soldiers who died at the Battle of the Wabash and whose remains are buried beneath the Fort Recovery Monument. [More]
Obituaries on July 27th, 2026
John Stammen
John A. Stammen, age 76, of Coldwater died on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Mercer [More]
Eileen Kraner
Eileen L. Kraner, 86, of Celina, formerly of Chattanooga, died July 21 at Celina Manor. [More]
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Auglaize gets $16K grant for task force
WAPAKONETA- Auglaize County Commissioners last week authorized a federal grant award of over $16,000 for the purchase of surveillance equipment for the Grand Lake Task Force.
On to the playoffs
Mariners tie league wins record in beating Joes in tourney tuneup
CELINA - As the saying goes, "patience is a virtue."
That line played out again Saturday night, as the Grand Lake Mariners used a walk-filled sixth inning to rally past Hamilton 10-5 and tie the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League single season wins record with 33.
Yong wins Lake Fest 5K
Crestview's Derek Young held off Ian Ackenhausen to win the Lake Festival 5K held Saturday as part of the Mercer Health 5K Challenge.
Young, an All
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Saturday, July 25th, 2026
Liberty on the Lake
From staff reports
Celina Lake Festival kicked off Friday evening with an opening ceremony and the annual amphicar splash into Grand Lake. Festival organizers say about 50 cars belonging to members of the International Amphicar Owners Club are in town for this year's event. [More]
Obituaries on July 25th, 2026
Ruth Evers
Ruth (Dirksen) Evers, age 85, of Coldwater, passed away peacefully at her home [More]
Nicholas Giesige
Nicholas Frederick Giesige, age 34, formerly of Celina and most recently of Cha [More]
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Celina couple charged with extortion and tampering
CELINA - A husband and wife from Celina were arrested this week on extortion, tampering with evidence and drug possession charges out of Mercer County Common Pleas Court.
Van Wert couple sues sex offender
The victim was their son
VAN WERT - A civil lawsuit was filed this month in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court on behalf of a Van Wert couple against a man convicted of attempting sexual contact with their 7-year-old child last year.
I-75 crash results in injuries, fuel spill
A Friday morning injury accident on Interstate 75 in Miami County left three people injured and led to a fuel spill in a nearby field, a news release from the Piqua Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol states.
Wapakoneta seeks first ever executive director
The Downtown Wapakoneta Partnership announced in a news release the creation of its first full-time executive director position Friday, marking a significant milestone in the organization's over 20-year commitment to preserving, promoting and strengthening downtown Wapakoneta.
Mariners downed by Joes
Compiled By JOE SCHATZ
jschatz@dailystandard.com
After Grand Lake set a franchise record with its 32nd win Thursday night, they looked to add an
Meet me at the Market!
Farmers market is the hub for meeting friends, shopping local and having fun
CELINA - On any given Saturday morning in the summer, the Mercer County Fairgrounds is alive with fresh produce, homemade goods, live music and children's laughter, as the Celina Farmers Market brings the community together.
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Friday, July 24th, 2026
Drinks With a Twist
Rustic bourbon bar opens in Fort Recovery
By William Kincaid
FORT RECOVERY - For years, Curt and Diana Rammel would take to the highway in search of the next bourbon bar.
"We are empty nesters," Diana Rammel told The Daily Standard, noting she and her husband have four adult children. "My husband and I w [More]
Obituaries on July 24th, 2026
Linda Felver-Seibel
Linda Kay Felver-Seibel, age 67, of Celina, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Marys. [More]
Betty Koppin
Betty J. Koppin age 78, of Anna, Ohio died on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at her home in Anna surrounded by her family. [More]
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No injuries reported after trench collapse in Celina
CELINA - The Celina Fire Department/Emergency Medical Services helped rescue a man who was partially buried Thursday morning when a trench that crews were digging as part of the State Route 703 water line replacement project collapsed.
Man arraigned in fatal Greenville shooting
GREENVILLE - A 33-year-old man accused of shooting a 26-year-old Greenville man to death just after the Fourth of July weekend pleaded not guilty to murder and several other related charges in Darke County Common Pleas Court this week.
Perfect timing
Big innings lift Grand Lake past Hamilton
CELINA - A slow start at the plate didn't have the Grand Lake Mariners rattled. They were just biding their time.
The Mariners broke up a perfect
Grand Lake Fishing Report
Catfish starting to bite
Good day everyone. I hope everyone is doing fantastic.
It's been a hot few weeks and it's super cool to see everyone out enjoying the outdoors, whether it's parks, boating, camping or whatever your choice activities are, I'm excited to see it.
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