Obituaries: Saturday, June 1st, 2024

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:18PM 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.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

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Obituaries on June 1st, 2024

Marion Phlipot

Marion R. Phlipot, 87, Fort Loramie, died May 30, 2024, at Ohio's Hospice of Mi [More]

Stories on June 1st, 2024

DANGER: HEATSTROKE

Every summer babies die unattended in hot cars

CELINA - As temperatures quickly rise, so too do concerns about children and pets being left alone in locked cars, putting them at risk for heat exhaustion and even death. [More]

'Animal crush' man sentenced to 8 years

CELINA - A Celina man linked to "animal crush" videos was sentenced to eight years in federal prison on Thursday in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio in Toledo.

St. Marys man faces child sex charges

WAPAKONETA- A 37-year-old St. Marys man was indicted and arraigned on child sex crimes in Auglaize County Common Pleas Court on Thursday.

Matthew

Grant to help Marion Local waterline project

MARIA STEIN - Marion Local Schools have landed a nearly $900,000 state grant to assist with a project to tap into the village of Chickasaw's water system.

Back-to-Back

Marion boys repeat as Division III champs

DAYTON - Marion Local repeated as the boys Division III state track and field champion Friday night at Welcome Stadium in Dayton.

Last year, the Flyers won their first state title from among a tight group, getting the winning eight points in the 4x400-meter relay to end the day. [More]

Zahn lifts Cavs to runner-up finish

DAYTON - It took two late title runs, but Coldwater came away with its first team trip to the state track and field podium in 28 years, as the Cavalier girls finished as the Division III runner-up at Welcome Stadium in Dayton on Friday.

Halpin, Moeller take second, three others score at state

DAYTON - While Marion Local and Coldwater were vying for the top of the team standings on Friday, five other local athletes and three relay teams made the podium at the Division III state track and field championships at Welcome Stadium in Dayton on Friday.

Indians win first regional since 2016