Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Allen, Van Wert, and Putnam Counties

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Allen, Van Wert, and Putnam Counties

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning (03/26/26) for... Southeastern Putnam County in west central Ohio... Southern Van Wert County in west central Ohio... Allen County in west central Ohio...* Until 830 PM EDT.* At 744 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 miles east of Monroe to 6 miles southeast of Van Wert to near Columbus Grove, moving southeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny […]

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Golf-Ball-Sized Hail and Storm Rotation Reported Between Celina and Coldwater

The Mercer County Sheriff's Office has issued a severe weather alert for the area between Celina and Coldwater (03/26/2026). Radar has indicated golf-ball-sized hail and rotation in the storm, according to the Emergency Management Agency (EMA). The National Weather Service has also issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Mercer County effective until 8:30pm. Residents are urged to stay alert and take precautions as the weather conditions continue to change rapidly. Avoid being outdoors if possible and monitor local updates for […]

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Wyandot and Hancock Counties

The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for today, 3/26/2026 for: -Seneca County in northwestern Ohio...-Northwestern Wyandot County in northwestern Ohio...-Southwestern Sandusky County in northwestern Ohio...-Wood County in northwestern Ohio...-Hancock County in northwestern Ohio...-Southwestern Lucas County in northwestern Ohio...* Until 815 PM EDT.* At 726 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Delta to Mcclure to near Continental, moving east at 70 mph. HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph […]

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Tornado Watch Issued for Hardin and Surrounding Counties

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch in effect until 11:00 PM EDT tonight (03/26/26) for: Hardin, Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Logan, Marion, Shelby, Union, and Wyandot Counties. Residents in these counties should remain alert for severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are issued.

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Obituaries

Obituary for Roger Dean Young

Roger Dean YoungOctober 13, 1936 - March 19, 2026 Roger Dean Young, age 89, of Ada, passed away peacefully at Vancrest of Ada surrounded by his family on March 19, 2026. He was born on October 13, 1936 in Middletown, Ohio to Ellison and Beatrice Young. On March 29, 1958 Roger married Betty L. (Farthing) Young, his loving wife of sixty-seven years, who survives in Ada. Together they had four children: Kevin (Allison) Young, Lori Fairchild, Brian (Jodi) Young and Beth Price. […]

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Indian Joint Fire District Station to Serve as Storm Shelter Tonight if Tornado Warning Issued

The Indian Joint Fire District, a volunteer fire department serving Washington Township and Russells Point, is reminding residents that severe weather is possible this evening, Thursday, March 26. In the event that a Tornado Warning is issued, the station at 320 S. Orchard Island Rd., Russells Point will be open and available as a storm shelter. Residents are encouraged to monitor the district’s page for the latest updates and information.

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Hardin SWCD Seeks Input for Annual Appreciation Event

Hardin Soil and Water Conservation District is in the process of planning its Annual Appreciation Event, and they would like your thoughts. Hardin SWCD is a locally led organization, and this event is for them to show their appreciation while also learning how they can better serve landowners, producers, and community members. They encourage you to fill out a very short survey to provide the district a better insight on what you would like to see at this event. All […]

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ONU Ethics Bowl Team Finishes 9th Nationally; Coach Receives Pat Croskery Award

Ohio Northern University The Ohio Northern University Ethics Bowl team secured 9th place in the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl. The team outperformed every other school in Ohio and had a strong showing against both public and private institutions of all sizes from across the nation. They are only the second team in ONU history to qualify for nationals. Jonathan Spelman, associate professor of philosophy, received the APPE Pat Croskery Award, named after ONU’s own beloved […]

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Hardin County Fair Board Now Accepting 2026 Partnership Applications

The Hardin County Fair Board is now accepting Partnership Applications for the 2026 Fair. Anyone who wants to support the fair can apply for a partnership. Partners and sponsors are the only way they are able to put on a fair, since aside from small gifts, the fair is completely self-funded. Fair Board members note that they could not financially survive without the generosity of business and community partners. To learn more or to apply, please click here.

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