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.
CELINA - Council members during their Monday evening meeting moved one step closer to approving an amendment to help alleviate a housing shortage in Celina.
Council advanced to third reading an ordinance to change an Irmscher Boulevard property's zoning classification from B-3, community shopping center, to R-O, residence and offices. A public hearing for the final reading will be held on Aug. 22. [More]
Luella A. Lochtefeld age 88, long time resident of St. Rose and recently of Ft. Recovery, died Saturday July 23, 2022, at The Gardens at St. Henry. [More]
The Lima Junior Golf Association wrapped up its summer tour with the Elks Invitational Tournament of Champions at Shawnee Country Club outside Lima. The event was open to just the top qualifying players based on participation and points.
