Community Corner
🌱 What led to a Celina councilman’s late-night OVI arrest?
Spotted on the Celina calendar: Haunted Halloween Weekend
Coffee in hand, Celina? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What led to a Celina councilman's late-night OVI arrest?
- How far did Celina's own Parker Wynk walk this week?
- Can Celina volleyball bounce back at home against Elida?
Also on today's calendar: Kozy Clean-Up Weekend and 4 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Cloudy, a shower in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 61 degrees.
- Friday: Cooler; a few morning showers, temps: high: 67, low: 45.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Celina councilor arrested for OVI (dailystandard.com) — A Celina City Council member representing Ward 1 was arrested on suspicion of OVI after leaving Northmoor Golf Course and is due in Celina Municipal Court on Oct. 5. Police say he showed signs of impairment, refused a breath test, and was cited for OVI and failure to maintain lanes, raising questions about accountability for local elected officials. 
• Parker Wynk Update – 9-30-26 (statelinesportsnetwork.net) — Celina readers following Parker Wynk's recovery will be encouraged by his latest progress, including walking 20 feet without assistance and a hopeful target to come home by October 8. Local support shines through, from Celina Daylight Donuts sending treats to his care team to friends, family, and even Bengals players lifting his spirits as he prepares for a possible walk across the field on Homecoming night.
• Volleyball Recap: Coldwater Beats Celina for Their 13th Straight Win (maxpreps.com) — Celina volleyball fans saw a tough night as the Bulldogs fell 3-0 to a surging Coldwater squad, which extended its winning streak to 13 matches. Celina, now 3-12, looks to rebound at home against Elida on Thursday evening, giving local supporters another chance to back the team on its home court.
📸 Around Celina
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Celina
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★ Featured events ★
- Haunted Halloween Weekend →
Kozy Kampground, 5134 It's It Rd., Celina
5:00 pm
Friday October 2
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Other local events
- Kozy Clean-Up Weekend →
Kozy Kampground, 5134 It's It Rd., Celina
5:00 pm - The MONAT Sweat Social →
Innergy Fitness - Celina, 6301 U.S. 127, Celina
10:30 am - Halloween Campout →
Mercer County Fairgrounds, 1001 W Market St, Celina - Closing Day at Kozy Kampground →
Kozy Kampground, 5134 It's It Rd., Celina
11:00 am - Witches Who Wine →
Brew Nation/Lake Rat Brewing, 110 South Main Street, Celina
6:30 pm - Roost Eleven Eighteen: A Court of Splintered Harmony Release Party! →
Wright State University-Lake Campus, 7600 Lake Campus Drive, Celina
5:00 pm
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Friday October 16
Wednesday October 21
Tuesday October 27
📣 Celina Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Food Pantry Hours →
Agape Ministries Client Services, 1220 East Spring Street, St. Marys
12:00 pm - Big Day →
Fairbanks Center (Gym), St. Marys
10:00 am - 4th Grade- Johnston Farms
St Henry Consolidated Local Saint Henry, OH 45883 - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series →
Eldora Speedway, 13929 OH-118, New Weston
1:00 pm - Ministry Discovery and Assessment Center (MDAC) →
Cross Oak Camp & Retreat Center, 272 Jack Oak Point Rd, Saint Marys
1:30 pm
Thursday October 1
Tuesday October 6
Friday October 9
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. posted a job opening for 3rd Shift Warehouse Equipment Operator **New Pay Rate** $23.50 in Celina. Apply here.
- Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Celina. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Celina here.
🗞 Nearby News
Coldwater
- Riders shut out Cavaliers (dailystandard.com)
- Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 (dailystandard.com)
Ohio City
- Market Square Park gets fresh look ahead of Ohio City's Oktoberfest (news5cleveland.com)
- Court Ruling Shuts Down Hemp Beverage Sales Again (news5cleveland.com)
- 31 Reasons to Take the Ferry to Kelleys Island: CLE Daily (clevelandmagazine.com)
Ok Celina! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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