Blowing Dust Advisory issued March 13 at 3:16PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Auglaize, Hardin, and Mercer Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
High Wind Warning issued March 13 at 3:16PM EDT until March 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Auglaize, Hardin, and Mercer Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Special Weather Statement issued March 13 at 2:44PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Very strong wind gusts and dry soil is leading to areas of blowing dust across the area. This is causing visibility to be reduced to one mile or less in localized area.
Motorists should be prepared for rapidly changing visibility. Slow down and leave plenty of distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
As winds slowly decrease late this afternoon into the evening, blowing dust should diminish.
Today 52° Today 52° chance 29° 29° Tomorrow 44° Tomorrow 44° 39° 39°
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Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Carter Dirksen
Carter Joseph Dirksen, age 18, of Minster, Ohio, died on Monday, September 1, 2025.
He was born on September 7, 2006 in Sidney, Ohio to Jeffrey & Lisa (Bensman) Dirksen. They both survive in Minster.
He is also survived by siblings: Logan Dirksen, Chase Dirksen, Sophia Dirksen and half-brother Tyler Dirksen, grandparents: Norma Bensman, Anita Dirksen, aunts and uncles and numerous cousins.
He was preceded in death by grandfathers: Ronald Bensman and Bernard Dirksen.
Carter was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, a 2025 graduate of Minster High School and a student at the University of Cincinnati where he was studying nursing. He enjoyed his time at UC and meeting new friends. Carter ran track and cross country, where his determination and energy inspired teammates. He participated at State for Minster High School Track and Cross Country Teams.
Carter was very caring and was proud of donating blood at the school every chance he could. Carter was known for his adventurous spirit (sometimes too much for his mom's sake). He loved animals, especially dogs, and spending time outdoors. Whether he was hiking, boating with family or sitting around a campfire with friends, he found joy in nature and in the people he shared it with. Carter also loved his snacks! He will be forever missed.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 AM Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Minster, Ohio with burial to follow in St. Augustine Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster, on Monday, September 8, 2025 from 3 to 8 PM and on Tuesday, September 9 from 9:00 to 9:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to start a scholarship in Carter's name.
Condolences may be left at www.hogenkampfh.com.
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