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Thursday, October 8th, 2026
Details on New Knoxville hit-and-run
By Abigail Miller
  WAPAKONETA - Additional details were shared this week in the Auglaize County Common Pleas Court case against a 67-year-old New Knoxville man accused of drunkenly hitting a 72-year-old bicyclist with his truck, then fleeing the scene, in August.
Upon the request of Todd D. Smith's attorney Rob C. Wiesenmayer, assistant county prosecutor Joshua Muhlenkamp filed a Bill of Particulars detailing their case against Smith on Tuesday. [More]
Obituaries on October 8th, 2026
Thomas Ransbottom
Thomas Deroy Ransbottom, 86, of Rockford, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Tranquility of Rockford on October 4, 2026. [More]
Steven Borges
Steven P. Borges age 77, of Minster, Ohio died on Monday, October 5, 2026 at Vancrest of St. Marys, Ohio. [More]
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Commissioners approve $300K for next gen 911
CELINA - Mercer County Sheriff Doug Timmerman got the go-ahead this week to purchase a nearly $300,000 call-handling phone system that will enable th
Van Wert man arrested after armed standoff
VAN WERT - A 48-year-old Van Wert man was arrested Tuesday following a seven-hour, armed standoff with state and local police agencies.
John D. Wis
Horse & Buggy Tales
More about Mercer Co. townships
Henry Robinson is credited by some people with being the first settler in Liberty Township, having taken up land in Section 31 in 1830. It is also claimed that he taught the first school in the township.
Shaping up for State
Froning, Voisard carry momentum to final tournaments
After successful seasons saw Coldwater's Alyssa Froning and Minster's Max Voisard take area honors, both will look to carry that into their respective state tournaments over the coming days.
Grand Lake Fishing Report
Crappie fishing heating up
Good day everyone. I hope all are doing well.
Fall is upon us and all of the fall festivities have started. It's a beautiful time of year and it's my absolute favorite time of year to fish as well.
Celina returns home riding momentum
  Homecoming and Senior Night on the same evening make for a hectic night for any football team.
But for Celina football, which is chugging along its best performance in 30 years, it makes for a more hectic night in getting ready for the nitty-gritty portion of the season.
Time to lock down, solidify playoff berths drawing close
  According to Drew Pasteur's Fantastic 50 computer, only one new team locked down their postseason invitation this week. Celina, Ottawa-Glandorf and
Two-Minute Drill
A MAC-Dandy
After losing a tough game at Anna for its first loss of the season, Minster will look to get some rebound on Friday in hosting St. Henry on Homecoming with a big matchup with Marion Local following in Week Nine.
Goal Line
Impact Players
Offense
Dyllan Fink, RB, St. Marys
28 carries for 207 yards and three touchdowns and a 20-yard touchdown pass in the Roughriders' 43-42 win at Van Wert.
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Photo Albums
Celina Homecoming Parade

Celina vs Ottawa-Glandorf girls soccer

Parkway vs St. Marys volleyball

Celina vs Bath boys soccer
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Today In History
Today in History: October 8, the Great Chicago Fire breaks out
Today in History: October 7, surprise attacks spark Israel-Hamas war
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Wednesday, October 7th, 2026
The art next door
Pennyjane had a special impact on local art
By Erin Gardner
COLDWATER - After six years, a local couple is closing the chapter on their Coldwater art gallery.
Pennyjane Art Co., an art studio featuring around 45 artists, announced in September that it is closing after the holiday season. An artist herself, Jane Dippold and her husband Christopher opened the small business, located at 208 W. Main St. in Coldwater, in November 2020. [More]
Obituaries on October 7th, 2026
Jeffrey Skeens
Jeffrey "Skeeter" A. Skeens, 63, of St. Marys, OH died 2:08 p.m. Sunday October 4, 2026 at Green Palms Health Care Center in St. Marys. [More]
Betty Perry
Betty Marie Perry, 93, of Florida, formerly Celina, passed away Tuesday, September 22, 2026. [More]
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Fun houses in Rockford park will be moved, refurbished
ROCKFORD - The fun houses at Shanes Park will stay for now, with the caveat they will need to be moved and renovated, Rockford Mayor Ron Searight said at Tuesday's regular council meeting.
Early voting off to a brisk start
CELINA - Early voting for the mid-term election that will decide control of Congress is underway, and election officials in Mercer and Auglaize counties are anticipating big turnouts.
Council thanks volunteers for Oktoberfest efforts
MINSTER - Fresh off another successful Minster Oktoberfest, village councilors Tuesday night praised the efforts of the scores of volunteers who played a role in the popular celebration.
EverHeart Hospice announces leadership transition
GREENVILLE - EverHeart Hospice has announced that Chief Executive Officer Kristi Strawser will be departing the organization and that Shea Bechtold will join EverHeart Hospice as its new CEO.
Going toe-to-toe
Celina, Ottawa-Glandorf play to 1-1 draw in WBL play
CELINA - When Celina hosted Ottawa-Glandorf Tuesday night in girls soccer, there was a lot on the line. A win for the Titans, and they would have been Western Buckeye League champions. For the Bulldogs, a win would have seen them take the top spot in the WBL by one point with one match to go.
Panthers fall to Tigers
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Parkway overcame an 0-2 deficit to Versailles to force a fifth game, but the host Tigers held off the Panthers to claim a five-set victory in a rescheduled Midwest Athletic Conference volleyball match at Tiger Gymnasium in Versailles.
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Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
Fort OKs cost for shared OVI tool
By Abigail Miller
  FORT RECOVERY - Councilors signed off Monday on Fort Recovery's contribution to a countywide breathalyzer to be housed at the sheriff's office.
Fort Recovery Police Chief Jared Laux presented councilors with a Memorandum of Understanding at their regular meeting Monday night between the police departments of Celina, St. Henry, Coldwater and Fort Recovery, and the Mercer County Sheriff's Office for the purchase of a shared breathalyzer. [More]
Obituaries on October 6th, 2026
Belva Gross
Belva June Gross, 94, of Sidney, passed away at 1:35 A.M. Saturday, October 3, [More]
Julietta Schwieterman
Julietta M. (Kunk) Trafzer-Schwieterman, age 89 of Celina, Ohio passed away on [More]
Dianna Reynolds
Dianna K. (Davis) Reynolds, 81, of Fort Recovery, died Saturday at her home.
There will be no services for Dianna. [More]
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DeWine celebrates new rest areas in Auglaize Co.
COLUMBUS - Gov. Mike DeWine joined Ohio Department of Transportation and local officials Monday to celebrate the opening of new rest areas along I-75 in Butler and Auglaize counties.
Details filed on Coldwater-area drug bust
CELINA - Additional details were shared in court documents this week on the arrest of two men in rural Coldwater Friday morning as a result of a search warrant in which suspected heroin and methamphetamines were located.
Taking control early
Celina picks up WBL soccer win over Bath
CELINA - Celina wasted little time taking control Monday night.
The Bulldogs struck three times in the first half and never relinquished their grip on the match, rolling to a 4-1 win over Bath in Western Buckeye League boys soccer action at the soccer stadium.
Panthers sweep Roughriders
ROCKFORD - It was smooth sailing for Parkway in Monday's non-conference match against St. Marys, as the Panthers started fast and never looked back in a 25-9, 25-17, 25-11 sweep of the Riders at Panther gymnasium.
Riders suffer first loss of season
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Caden Miller's goal midway through the second half broke a scoreless draw and gave Shawnee a 1-0 win over St. Marys to hand the Roughriders their first loss of the boys soccer season.
Chasing the 'fix' for Prop 12
The NPPC demands one, the Senate farm bill doesn't
CELINA - While the long-awaited farm bill is as close as it has been to being signed into law in eight years, its passage could come without a provision near and dear to the hearts of many in the pork industry.
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Monday, October 5th, 2026
Grand Lake has had its share of creepy, spooky stories
By Abigail Miller
  CELINA - Grand Lake's history is filled with more than fond memories and summer fun. It also has its share of murder, mystery and mayhem.
Members of the Lake Improvement Association got a glimpse into the lake's darker history Saturday morning during their regular meeting, with five spooky stories presented by former visitor center executive director Donna Grube and Mercer County Commissioner Brian Miller. [More]
Obituaries on October 5th, 2026
Louis Grieshop
Louis Anthony Grieshop, age 96, formerly of Julian Road, Versailles, passed awa [More]
Elton Heitkamp
Elton A. Heitkamp age 70, of Maria Stein, Ohio died on Tuesday, September 29, 2 [More]
Sarah Moran
Sarah Lynn Moran, 44, of St. Marys, OH flew into the arms of Jesus at 8:40 a.m. [More]
Stephanie Craft
Stephanie Nicole Piper Craft, age 52, of St. Marys, Ohio, passed away peacefull [More]
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Tuning up for the Titans
Celina stays unbeaten heading into big league match
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Celina survived an offensive outburst by Ashland and took control in the second half to remain unbeaten in girls soccer action with a 6-3 win over the Arrows on Senior Day Saturday afternoon at the soccer stadium.
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