Special Weather Statement issued January 11 at 3:59AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
Snow showers are expected to develop this morning. As snow showers move through the area, quick bursts of snow will reduce visibilities and result in light snow accumulations. With temperatures falling, and reduced visibilities in the snow, travel conditions may be impacted.
If traveling, allow extra time, and prepare for changes in weather and road conditions.
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Monday, September 8th, 2025
By Mike Ernst
ROSSBURG - There is little doubt that Ricky Thornton Jr. is one of the biggest stars in Dirt Late Model racing. He has won a Lucas Oil Late Model Series championship and has wins at track all over the country.
However, one track he has struggled at throughout his career is Eldora Speedway and the World 100. Thornton had just one top five finish in six career starts in the World 100. [More]
Obituaries on September 8th, 2025
Farm Boy to Fighter Pilot
Walter, known to all as Walt, grew up on a Chickasa [More]
Tim R. Fischer, age 63 of Celina, Ohio passed away on September 3, 2025 at his residence in Celina. [More]
Nancy, 81 of Celina, Ohio, passed peacefully with her children by her side at 2 P.M. on September 4, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. [More]
Elaine Maurer, age 98, of Celina, a former long-time Mendon resident, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Trustwell Living at Miller Place, in Celina. [More]
Cindy Cook, 86, Celina, died Sept. 7, 2025, at Briarwood Village, Coldwater. [More]
Local pictures on September 8th, 2025
Subscriber stories on September 8th, 2025
An expert on slithering reptiles says the Grand Lake varieties are really kind of nice
CELINA - Folks out and about enjoying Grand Lake and its environs may encounter six species of snakes which have been documented in Mercer and Auglaize counties, according to Doug Wynn, a retired high school ecology teacher and award-winning herpetologist.
MINSTER - The morning start time did not hamper the Minster volleyball team.
The Wildcats snapped a two-match losing streak in defeating Celina 25-14, 25-20, 25-15 in a Grand Lake-area contest at Wildcat Gymnasium. Both teams enter the week with matching 4-6 records.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Celina girls captured the team title in the Section 2 Varsity division at the Mason Invitational at Corwin Nixon/Pine Hill Park.