Air Quality Alert issued July 17 at 12:43AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)
The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality. Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories. It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes. For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.
MARIA STEIN - A fundraising campaign has begun to ensure the continuing operation of the historic and long-standing Shrine of the Holy Relics.
Facility director Don Rosenbeck said uncertainty about future financial support of the shrine from its parent organization - the Sisters of the Precious Blood in Dayton - prompted the recent creation of the Pledge Partners program, he said. [More]
$50,000 private donation will help finance project
ROCKFORD - Thanks to a recent $50,000 anonymous donation, a splash pad will be built in Community Park.
Village council approved final plans for the new water feature after hearing a presentation from the Rockford Area Development Corporation on Tuesday night.
MINSTER - Plans for a proposed Dannon Company expansion moved one step ahead Tuesday night when village council members approved first reading of an ordinance involving annexation of nearly 23 acres.
The Celina wrestling team opened its season with an eighth-place finish at the Coke Classic wrestling tournament at Madison Comprehensive High School near Mansfield on Saturday.
