Special Weather Statement issued December 9 at 9:47PM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
During the predawn hours, winds will increase ahead of a low pressure system moving east through the lower Great Lakes. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are expected through this afternoon, possibly gusting to 45 mph in a few spots. Wind is expected to decrease overnight but remain relatively strong at 20-25 mph this evening.
Please be aware of these strong winds especially if driving a higher profile vehicle. Secure loose outdoor objects and shore up seasonal decorations if possible.
33° 33° light Wed 40° Wed 40° chance 21° 21° chance Thu 28° Thu 28° chance
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
By Abigail Miller
  CELINA - A two-person team that is essential to Grand Lake's ongoing water quality improvements was honored on Saturday with the Lake Improvement Association's Guardian of the Lake Award.
"Today is a little different," LIA Trustee and county comm [More]
By Daily Standard Staff
Area football players earned top honors as the Ohio Prep Sports Media Association announced its All-Ohio honors in Divisions VII and VI on Monday.
Fresh off helping St. Henry win its seventh state title in program history, record-setting quarte [More]
Obituaries on December 9th, 2025
Marla K. Puthoff, age 74, of St. Marys, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, at St. Rita's Medical Center in Lima. [More]
Imelda G. "Sis" Puthoff, age 97 of Chickasaw, died Monday, December 8, 2025, at The Gardens at St. Henry. [More]
Local pictures on December 9th, 2025
Subscriber stories on December 9th, 2025
CELINA - School board members Monday established their athletic facility priorities for the grades 7-12 East Campus, giving direction to civic organi
ST. MARYS - City councilors on Monday night heard the first reading of an emergency ordinance to set the budget for 2026, which officials described as "lean" compared to previous years.
NEW BREMEN - Councilors on Monday night introduced legislation to award a contract to lease farm land owned by the village for roughly $140,000 to a farming operation.
MARIA STEIN - The recent cold snap has forced construction crews working on the new Marion Local middle school building to shift their focus to inter
ST. HENRY - During its regular meeting on Monday evening, the St. Henry Village Council held second readings for three important measures, including two ordinances and a resolution regarding temporary appropriations.
VERSAILLES - Midmark Corp., a designer and manufacturer of products and solutions that harmonize space, technology and clinical workflow for medical, dental and veterinary clinics, Monday announced plans to open a new technology and business center in Cincinnati.
Parkway drops home wrestling opener to Crestview
ROCKFORD - After a strong showing at the Bryan Invitational on Saturday, Parkway hosted its home wrestling opener against non-conference rival Crestview on Monday night.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
St. Marys swept Marion Local in non-league bowling action on Monday at Varsity Lanes.
The Roughrider boys picked u
Congratulations to the St. Henry Redskins: 2025 Division VII State Football Champions.

Roster:
#  Name  Ht.  Wt.  Pos.  Gr.
1  Beau Uhlenhake  6-1  180