Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 5:00PM 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

Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 1:20PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 101.
* WHERE...Portions of east central Indiana and central and west central Ohio.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 1:20PM EDT until July 15 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

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Wednesday, July 15th, 2026

Auglaize County reports first cyclosporiasis case

No specific source found, officials say

By Abigail Miller

WAPAKONETA - A gastrointestinal illness brought on by a microscopic parasite found in raw produce has made its way to Auglaize County, just a week after a case was detected in Mercer County.

At the Auglaize County General Health District's regular board of health meeting on Tuesday morning, director of health promotion and planning Natalie Karner informed board members that a case of cyclosporiasis was logged in the county this week. [More]

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Still on the Case

Auglaize police use podcast to awaken memories of 48-year-old cold case

Investigators from the Auglaize County Sheriff's Office are calling attention to the unsolved 1978 murder of a 33-year-old St. Marys man after discussing the case on a recent episode of a popular true crime podcast.

No environmental risk after manure truck overturns

ROCKFORD - One person was reportedly injured after a truck trailer carrying liquid manure tipped over southwest of Rockford Tuesday morning.

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Minster BOE reviews new laws for schools

MINSTER - In a brief regular meeting on Monday night, Minster Local Schools Board of Education members discussed several pieces of state legislation recently signed into law.

Jay Co. crash kills 1

JAY COUNTY, Ind. - A Wednesday morning crash on State Road 1 in Jay County, Indiana, resulted in one fatality, the Indiana State Police reported. No names have been released as authorities are still gathering information.

2-vehicle crash injures woman

AMANDA TOWNSHIP - The Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle crash on Deep Cut Road at South Defiance Trail, Amanda Township, Allen County, Wednesday at approximately 5:42 p.m.

Streak snapped

Lima sweeps Grand Lake to snap Mariners' win streak

CELINA - Grand Lake entered Tuesday's twin-bill against Lima with a Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League-best 18-game winning streak. After the first

Golfers compete at Springbrook

Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry

Brody Miller made the trek from Bellbrook to Springbrook Golf Club in Lima a successful one in winning the Gray's Cappie Sportswear Open as part of the Lima Junior Golf Association's summer tour on Tuesday.

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Fort Recovery Community Potluck

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Tuesday, July 14th, 2026

Coldwater safety committee to address e-bikes

By Georgia Rindler

COLDWATER - The Coldwater Village Council at Monday's meeting heard concerns about kids and motorized devices.

Steve Hennessey was spokesman for a group of residents questioning why moped drivers must be 14 years old, pass a test, and wear a helmet when 8-year-olds can ride an electric bike with no restrictions. [More]

Mariners play Locos in battle of GLSCL's best

By Joe Schatz

It has already been a memorable season for the Grand Lake Mariners in the Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League, but their upcoming series against Lima has the potential to top the already long list of highlights.

The four-game series between the North and South division leaders begins tonight at 5 p.m. at Montgomery Field in Celina with a pair of seven-inning games. The teams then head to Lima on Wednesday, before wrapping up play on Thursday back in Celina. [More]

Obituaries on July 14th, 2026

Estella Nusbaum

Estella Nusbaum, age 94, of Celina, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on [More]

James Hinker

James H. Hinker age 73 of Minster, Ohio died Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Elmwood [More]

Vina Woods

Vina Lenore (Hicks) Woods, 77, of Celina, died on July 11 at Celina Manor.

Ca [More]

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St. Marys still has a scooter problem, resident says

ST. MARYS - Several months after councilors passed legislation related to electric bike safety, low-speed mobility devices were once again brought up at a St. Marys City Council meeting this week by a concerned citizen.

Completion delayed for new ML building

MARIA STEIN - Although the completion date has been moved back for the new middle school building, superintendent Mike Pohlman reported Monday night that the delay will not affect the start of classes.

Celina approves budget, hears second readings

CELINA - In a brief regular meeting on Monday, the Celina City Council approved the city's budget for July 2027, as required by the state.

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Council to OK county fee change for solid waste

NEW BREMEN - Village councilors on Monday heard legislation to abolish generation fees for landfills.

Councilors heard first reading of a resolution to authorize abolishing generation fees for the Auglaize County Solid Waste District.

5 charged in Mercer County Common Pleas Court

CELINA - Five people were charged in Mercer County Common Pleas Court with criminal charges related to receiving stolen property, drug possession, obstructing justice and failure to comply in the last week.

Perrysburg claims junior ACME crown

Compiled By JOE SCHATZ
jschatz@dailystandard.com

In a rematch of last year's junior ACME title, St. Henry had to try its best to overcome an ear

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Monday, July 13th, 2026

Sawyer's Legacy

Fort Recovery's Ninja Park to honor local boy

By Abigail Miller

FORT RECOVERY- Years after the death of local boy Sawyer Overman, his legacy will soon live on through a multi-obstacle ninja park planned for Fort Recovery's Community Park.

The community-funded Sawyer Overman Ninja Park will provide children with a new place to climb, balance and play while honoring Sawyer's adventurous spirit. [More]

Obituaries on July 13th, 2026

Patricia Miessen

Patricia A. Miessen, age 59, of Celina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, J [More]

Elaine Regedanz

Elaine Regedanz, cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passe [More]

Gene Schrolucke

Gene Schrolucke was a farmer, on land his mother's family, the Holtkamps, had worked since 1851, when his maternal great-grandfather first bought the plots. [More]

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Taking full advantage

Grand Lake sweeps Flag City to extend winning streak

CELINA - A comeback effort that began in the second inning and carried over to a big fifth inning saw Grand Lake charge past Flag City 19-5 in seven innings of Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League action Sunday for the team's 18th win in a row.

Redskins advance in junior ACME

Compiled by Joe Schatz and Gary Rasberry

The St. Henry junior ACME baseball team advanced to the state championship game with two wins over the weekend at Bryan's Sumpter Field.

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Saturday, July 11th, 2026

Restoring a Landmark

St. Marys mill project nears completion

By Abigail Miller

ST. MARYS - St. Marys officials hope to unveil a new event center housed in a historic gristmill on the banks of the the Miami and Erie Canal some time at the end of the summer after over a decade of planning and restoration.

The restoration of St. Marys' Reservoir Mill, located at 156 E. High St., kicked off in 2021, according to Mike Burkholder, city manager of industrial and community development. [More]

Obituaries on July 11th, 2026

Nancy Wallace

Nancy Wallace, 77, of Celina, Ohio, passed away on July 1, 2026. She was born on March 27, 1949. [More]

Norbert Otting

Norbert J. Otting, age 97 of Minster, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at E [More]

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Two arrested in Celina after traffic stop

CELINA - A 42-year-old Louisiana man and a 31-year-old Van Wert woman were arrested Thursday morning in Celina after authorities reportedly located a substantial amount of drugs in their vehicle during a traffic stop, a news release from police chief Tom Wale states.

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