Special Weather Statement issued March 16 at 6:07AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Scattered snow showers will become more widespread through this afternoon and then likely linger into this evening before tapering off. The snow showers will be capable of causing brief periods of reduced visibilities, especially this afternoon. In addition, brisk conditions will prevail with west winds gusting in the 30 to 40 mph range today. Light snow accumulations will be possible, mainly on grassy and elevated surfaces. While roads will remain mostly wet during the daytime hours, some slick spots may develop toward sunset as temperatures begin to drop below freezing. Please be prepared for the changing weather conditions today and the potential for reduced visibilities when driving.
CELINA - The Mercer County Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to regulate small solar facilities under 50 megawatts via amendments to the county zoning code. Officials say the purpose of the changes is to protect property values and ensure neighborhood compatibility.
ST. MARYS - Whether in a kayak, sailboat or motorboat, the easiest way to ensure the perfect ride on Grand Lake's waters is to take the proper safety precautions. [More]
FORT RECOVERY - Village councilors on Monday heard that the striping and seeding portions of the Butler Street reconstruction project are done, with a final walk-through of the project slated within the next week.
COLDWATER - Mercer Health has greatly enhanced its capabilities to detect maladies such as lung cancer, breast cancer and heart disease in their early stages with the addition of new state-of-the-art equipment in the radiology department.
Mercer County road crews will start their yearly chip and seal work this week on approximately 75 miles of rural local roads, Mercer County Engineer Jim Wiechart announced in a news release.
Marion makes first trip to regional since 1981; Coldwater and Minster back in Sweet 16
Trips to the regional baseball tournament are nothing new to Coldwater, Minster and Fort Recovery, which is playing today and had its preview in Monday's paper.
