Flood Watch issued September 20 at 1:07PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ripley, Union and Wayne and Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren.
* WHEN...From 7 PM EDT this evening through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain will impact the area overnight. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected with locally higher amounts. The heavy rain combined with saturated ground will lead to potential flash flooding.

Flood Warning issued September 20 at 1:05PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

...Forecast flooding changed to Minor severity and increased in duration for the following rivers...
St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...St. Marys River at Rockford.
* WHEN...Until Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, State Route 117 near Route 118 north of Rockford is water-covered and closed.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 12:40 PM EDT Sunday the stage was 13.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet.

Saturday, May 15th, 2021

State nixes masks for vaccinated people

From Associated Press

COLUMBUS (AP) - Ohio is removing a mask requirement immediately for people who are fully vaccinated, in keeping with new guidance from the federal government, Republican Gov. Mike DeWine announced Friday.

DeWine said in a statement that unvaccinated people should continue to wear masks and socially distance, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends.

The governor said existing health orders still won't be fully lifted until June 2, as he had announced Wednesday, but the wording will be updated to match CDC guidelines. The June 2 date was chosen to give those who need to ample time to get vaccinated.

Updated CDC guidance released Thursday says unvaccinated people can go without masks for the most part. They should still be worn in healthcare settings, on public transportation, including airplanes, and when a business or employer requires them.

"The most powerful tool we have to protect against the COVID-19 virus is the vaccine," DeWine said. "Because of the vaccine, COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths are decreasing dramatically. The vaccine allows us to live our lives more normally and without fear."

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Wildcats sweep MAC titles

FORT RECOVERY - Minster swept the Midwest Athletic Conference track and field championships at Barrenbrugge Athletic Park in Fort Recovery on Friday. [More]

Celina girls win WBL track title

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Eric Wagner knew his Celina girls track and field team going into the second day of the 2021 Western Buckeye League Track and Field Championships. [More]

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Various factors driving high gas prices

Panic buying reported in Ohio, AAA official says

CELINA - The gasoline shortage experienced elsewhere following the Colonial Pipeline shutdown did not materialize in Ohio.

Regardless, Ohio gasoline prices are up, and industry officials said the high prices are expected to continue.

Lifeguards rescue Celina pool opening

CELINA - In a dramatic turnaround, the Bryson Pool now has more than enough lifeguards to open for the summer, mayor Jeff Hazel told city council members.

Celina council moves to take possession of home, raze it

CELINA - Celina City Council members want to take possession of and raze a blighted home and possibly install a gateway sign advertising the adjacent Eastview Park.

Bulldogs bow out

SHAWNEE TOWNSHIP - Celina softball coach Jason Tribolet thought his team was picking up momentum when the Bulldogs tied Shawnee at 2-2 in the top of the third inning.

St. Marys holds off Elida to advance

Compiled By Tom Haines and Gary R. Rasberry

St. Marys scored three times in the top of the fifth to break a 3-all tie and then held on as Elida rallied in the bottom of the seventh to pick up a 6-5 win in the Division II softball sectional final on Friday at Dorothy Edwards Field in Elida.