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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Saturday, March 6th, 2021
Celina teen with apraxia benefits from riding
By Sydney Albert
When William Wenning was a baby, medical experts told his parents he would never be able to walk or talk. Fifteen years later, William is capable of both and more, thanks to his own hard work, the support of his family and his equine partners.
A spectator watching William Wenning ride his horse, Suzie, might never guess the challenges he's faced, or what it means that he's able to ride at all. [More]
Obituaries on March 6th, 2021
Brian M. Brunswick, age 33, of Coldwater, died Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. [More]
Jimmy O. Craft, age 64, of Celina, Ohio passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at his residence. [More]
Ernest "E.J." Hunt, 48, of Coldwater, Ohio, died 5:10 A.M. Friday, March 5, 2021, at his residence, following a year long battle with brain cancer. [More]
Randal Lee Caywood, 61, Rockford, died March 4, 2021 at Lima Memorial Hospital. [More]
Debra "Debbie" J. Fishbaugh, age 65, of Celina, passed away at 9:36 pm on March 4, 2021 at her residence in Celina. [More]
Steve F. Sutter, age 66, of Celina, died Thursday, March 4, 2021 at his home. [More]
Daniel Judson Lehman, age 50, of Coldwater, died Thursday, March 4, 2021 at his residence. [More]
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Subscriber stories on March 6th, 2021
Gov. Mike DeWine also on Friday announced 15 regional long-term mass vaccination clinics will open throughout Ohio in the next few weeks, including a location in Lima.
ROCKFORD - Rockford police are investigating an alleged stabbing.
Police chief Paul May on Friday night said officers are investigating an alleged stabbing that involved a fight or dispute.
Cardinals shut down Redskins for district title
WAPAKONETA - After last-minute heroics delivered the last two games, the New Bremen boys basketball team found its stride a bit earlier Friday night.
ROCKFORD - After having her junior season halted due to the pandemic, McKayla Sites is ready to play softball this spring.
The Parkway senior already locked up her college choice, committing to Wilmington College on Friday at Parkway High School.