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.
City council expected to vote on project at Monday's meeting
By Amy Kronenberger
ST. MARYS - Most local residents surveyed oppose a planned $180,000 digital sign to be placed along U.S. 33 to promote the city.
The majority of residents polled on Facebook and in person by The Daily Standard said they were against construction of the 34-foot-tall structure and its large LED television screen because of cost, questionable effectiveness and motorist safety. [More]
Grant Sherman threw for eight touchdowns, with Kollin Stollar snagging four of the scores as the top-ranked Kenton Wildcats opened Division IV playoff action with a 58-14 win over Galion on Friday night at Robinson Field in Hardin County.
