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 - Mercer County Treasurer David Wolters plans to retire from office on Jan. 8, 2027.
In a letter on Monday to Mercer County Republican Party Chairman Bob Hibner, Wolters said after much thought and consideration he has decided the time has come to retire, adding that he looks forward to new opportunities and excitement in spending time with family, friends and adventures yet to be determined. [More]
The Piqua Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol has updated the status of the second biker involved in a dirt bike collision June 26 in Darke County. Kasyn Hollinger, 19, of New Madison, died over the weekend from the injuries he sustained in the crash. [More]
Michele Elaine Trisler, 55 years young, left this world too soon on Monday, June 22, 2026 at Marion General Hospital in Marion, surrounded by her loving family. [More]
CELINA - The Mercer County Commissioners agreed to purchase nearly $200,000 in additional storage for county computer servers housed at the Mercer County Sheriff's Office.
WAPAKONETA - From perfectly ripened peaches and local honey to hearty potatoes and tallow soap, a farm stand and greenhouse just outside of Wapakoneta is stocked to the brim with locally made and grown goods.
MENDON - Mendon village councilors on Tuesday heard that the village solicitor, acting on behalf of the village, will send letters to two homeowners regarding properties not in compliance with several village ordinances.
Grand Lake extended their winning streak to seven straight in defeating Xenia 7-4 in Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League play on Tuesday at Grady Field at the Athletes in Action Complex in Xenia.
