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.
Heavier traffic increases the likelihood of accidents, local law enforcement officers say.
An Ohio State Highway Patrol analysis of traffic data indicates most Grand Lake-area crashes are concentrated in Celina and St. Marys' congested commercial areas. Officers encourage drivers to take particular care in those areas. [More]
MINSTER - The Minster Wildcats broke out the big plays early and often, hanging 40 first-half points on the Fort Loramie Redskins during a 40-24 first round Division VII Region 28 playoff victory.
Minster (7-4) takes on top-seeded Crestview next Friday at a site that will be announced on Sunday. The Knights routed Ansonia 63-22 in Convoy. Fort Loramie ends its season with an 8-3 record. [More]
CELINA - Mercer County commissioners this week approved multiple purchase requests and contracts, including a $259,300 award to Shinn Brothers Inc. of Celina for the raw water feed system at the Beaver Creek Treatment Train.
Colin Clements threw for three touchdowns and St. Marys shut down Sparta Highland for a 48-8 victory in the opening round of the Division IV Region 14 playoffs at Skip Baughman Stadium.
