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Special Weather Statement issued December 18 at 4:07AM EST by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Southerly winds will increase today ahead of an approaching cold front. Sustained winds of 15 to 25 mph can be expected with gusts of 35 to 45 mph at times this afternoon. Be sure to secure outdoor objects.

Thursday, August 19th, 2010

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Jodi Otte, winner of the senior division of the Showman of Showmen contest Wednesday afternoon at the Mercer County Fairgrounds, competes in the beef portion of the competition. 4-Hers must show in four animal categories, beef, dairy, sheep and swine.

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4-H club members show skills at animal handling

More than two dozen 4-H club members took turns showing four animals (beef, dairy, sheep and swine) Wednesday afternoon at the Mercer County Fairgrounds in the Showman of Showmen competition. [More]

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