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.
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Friday, October 28th, 2011
Redskins edge Flyers in five for district title
Division IV District Volleyball at Van Wert
By Ryan Hines
VAN WERT - It was the type of postseason matchup that you would expect to see at the state tournament.
Two tradition-rich and state-ranked volleyball programs with sparkling records in front of a boisterous crowd that was on the edge of their seats for five incredibly competitive games. [More]
Skip was one of a kind at St. Marys
Last Curtain Call
By Robb Hemmelgarn
Eight-year-old Sandy Baughman had her mind made up that she was going to run away from home. When she announced it to her family, her father, Skip, handed Sandy a dollar bill and stood by while she exited the back door only to return a few minutes later, announce it was too dark outside and that she was going to try again the following day. [More]
Obituaries on October 28th, 2011
Sheri Mosier
Sheri Mosier, 55, Celina, died at 3:28 p.m. Oct. 27, 2011, at her residence. [More]
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No verdict yet in doctor's rape case
Jury resumed deliberations today in trial of St. Marys optometrist
WAPAKONETA - Jurors spent seven hours deliberating Thursday but could not reach a verdict in a case accusing a local optometrist of rape.
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Countywide health levy gets officials' OK
CELINA - Representatives from 15 of Mercer County's 23 political subdivision on Thursday unanimously announced support for a countywide tax levy to pay for health services.
Police bust stolen credit card ring
ST. MARYS - Local police are crediting a Kmart loss prevention officer with the Wednesday afternoon apprehension of three Columbus-area women believed to be part of a statewide ring dealing in stolen credit cards.
Man leaves store without paying for $1,600 in items
A 38-year-old Allen County man faces a felony theft charge after he bypassed cashiers at the local Walmart store and left with items valued at more than $1,600.
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