June 1st, 2007 Sommers hanging up lab coatLocal News (582 words)
DELPHOS — While retiring school teacher Elaine Sommers is looking forward to having the time to travel and spend with her grandchildren, she knows how Continue » Kelly Fleck and Max LongFor the Record (20 words)
A boy was born May 30 at St. Rita's Medical Center to Kelly Fleck and Max Long of Spencerville. Bradley and Laura JonesFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born May 29 to Bradley and Laura Jones of Elida. Students enjoy field trip to Fort Wayne ZooLocal News (91 words)
The first-grade class at St. John’s Elementary spent a day of fun and learning at the Fort Wayne Zoo Thursday. Kaelin Anders feeds the goats. Hoffman put elbow grease into Canal Commission MuseumLocal News (407 words)
DELPHOS— Elmer Hoffman has been a steadfast volunteer at the Delphos Canal Commission Museum since 1991, before it was ever a museum. He was one Continue » Norma K. GriffisFor the Record (208 words)
Feb. 10, 1937 - May 29, 2007 Norma K. Griffis, 70, of Delphos, died at 6:45 a.m. Tuesday at her residence. She was born Feb. 10, 1937, Continue » Van Wert up for festivalLocal News (996 words)
VAN WERT— Since its beginning in 1902, the annual Peony Festival here has recognized more than flowers. It has celebrated the community and showcased its Continue » Jefferson to hand out diplomas to 77 FridayLocal News (235 words)
Jefferson High School Principal John Edinger has announced graduation for 8 p.m. Friday at Jefferson Middle School’s auditorium. The class of 2007’s valedictorian is Michael Antalis Continue » Local track athletes hoping for state goldSports (951 words)
COLUMBUS — The Sweet Sixteen. This is what Ohio track and field athletes work for all season — and increasingly off-season as well; the State Track Continue » Ladies at the Country ClubSports (80 words)
The weekly Tuesday ladies golf outing at the Delphos Country Club featured an 18-hole 3-person scramble hosted by Alma Good and Becky Moorman. Coming in first Continue » Jennings library moving to old high schoolLocal News (96 words)
Nancy Stauffer, assistant director of Fort Jennings Library, helps unbox books Wednesday and place them on new shelving in the library’s new location, the former Continue » June 2nd, 2007 Mayor signs proclamation for Cancer Survivor DayLocal News (84 words)
Mayor Jerry Neumeier, center, presents a proclamation to Relay coordinators today naming June 1 Cancer Survivor Day in Delphos. The proclamation also noted June Continue » Sanders gets send off to stateSports (76 words)
Jefferson sophomore Tim Sanders runs through a gauntlet of his peers at Jefferson High School this morning prior to his leaving for the State Track Continue » City recongnizes Sommers’ contributions at open houseLocal News (66 words)
Delphos City Councilman Mike Gallmeier, left, Council President Bob Ulm and Mayor Jerry Neumeier, right, recognize retiring Delphos City Schools Superintendent Bruce Sommers Thursday Continue » Marbletown booklets for sale soonLocal News (384 words)
DELPHOS — Members of the Marbletown committee met Thursday evening and announced the rough draft of the historical booklet is finished and will go to Continue » Altenburger retires as principalLocal News (545 words)
OTTOVILLE — Great co-workers, great students and great parents have made the past 18 years as Ottoville High School principal a pleasure for Bill Altenburger. “I Continue » June 4th, 2007 St. John’s to hand out 104 diplomasLocal News (483 words)
St. John’s High School Principal Don Huysman has announced commencement exercises for 3 p.m. Sunday in the Robert A. Arnzen Gymnasium. The class of 2007’s valedictorian Continue » Mediterranean visitLocal News (1063 words)
Robert “Cookie” and Louise Miller of Ottoville traveled to Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece last fall. The couple love to travel and have visited 22 Continue » Jefferson junior high girls trackLocal News (100 words)
The Jefferson junior high girls track team finished first in the Northwest Conference meet. Some of the members of the unit are, bottom row, left Continue » This and ThatLocal News (672 words)
David Bliss, son of the first Delphos mayor Lester Bliss, wrote about many things he recalled about his childhood and later years in Delphos up Continue » Jays, Grove, Lancers, Ottoville stick around for finalsSports (1304 words)
COLUMBUS — For the Tri-County area’s track and field athletes, Friday’s state preliminaries at Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium was the day to advance or go Continue » Fort Jennings Buckeye Boy’s State delegates announcedLocal News (159 words)
The Fort Jennings American Legion post has selected students Travis Trentman, Craig Saum, Keith Saum and Scott Saum as their Buckeye Boys’ State delegates. Trentman is Continue » Library gearing up for summer reading programLocal News (1851 words)
With the arrival of summer-like weather, the children’s librarian has been very busy gearing up for this year’s reading program. Entitled Get a Clue At Continue » Daniel L. GonyeaFor the Record (159 words, 4 responses)
Aug. 24, 1960 May 31, 2007 Daniel Lavern Gonyea, 46, of Churubusco, Ind., died Thursday at Parkview Hospital after a traffic accident. He was born Aug. 24, 1960, Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (667 words)
As our area graduates are basking in the glow of their accomplishments, let me impart some wisdom I came upon through the “Hard Knocks School Continue » Sommers official ‘Wildcat’Local News (986 words)
DELPHOS— In its fourth consecutive year and quickly headed toward becoming part of tradition, the Honorary Wildcat is an award each class of Jefferson High Continue » June 5th, 2007 St. John’s Math Olympiad winnersLocal News (144 words)
St. John’s recently held an awards ceremony for its Math Olympiad. Students who scored in the top 50 percent nationally are, eighth-graders Brad Gerberick, Chris Continue » Melville S. Fryer Jr.For the Record (37 words, 2 responses)
Melville S. “Mel” Fryer Jr., 87, of Spencerville died Sunday at his residence following an extended illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at the Thomas E. Bayliff Continue » Smith/GearyLifestyles (88 words)
David and Sharyn Smith of Van Wert announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Nicole, to Douglas Lee Geary, son of Ray and Barb Geary Continue » Knights shut out by Warriors in U.S.F.A. debutSports (305 words)
ADA — The Delphos Dark Knights began their United States Football Alliance competition on Saturday night with a “home” game at Ada’s War Memorial Stadium Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Walt ArnetteLifestyles (104 words, 1 response)
Walt and Shirley Ann (Seebauer) Arnette of Delphos celebrated 50 years of marriage June 1. The couple were married on that date in 1957 at Grace Continue » Hermiller, Nickles, Meuleman goldenSports (2169 words)
COLUMBUS — It was worth the wait. For St. John’s sophomore Cameron Hermiller and Columbus Grove junior Heath Nickles, enduring the intermittent storms and summer-like weather Continue » State Track ResultsSports (2721 words)
At Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium, Columbus Division III Boys Final Team Rankings: Dayton Christian 40, Columbus Grove 38, Yellow Springs, Gates Mills Gilmour Academy 27, Warren John Continue » Meuleman repeatsSports (52 words)
Cory Meuleman rotates around in this discus throw Saturday afternoon. The Columbus Grove senior repeated his 2006 state title and added a runner-up award in Continue » Van Wert celebrates Peony FestivalLocal News (49 words)
  Peony Festival Parade Grand Marshal Dr. Robert Adams waves to the crowd Saturday afternoon during the parade.  The weekend was filled with activities such Continue » St. John’s graduates 103Local News (122 words)
Logan R. Haines checks out her diploma as Katie Grothouse helps Father Mel Verhoff hand out diplomas Sunday during St. John’s commencement ceremonies. The Continue » June 6th, 2007 Local News (31 words)
Abby Stump, Cole Flack and Alexa Rode clean out their lockers at St. John’s Monday afternoon as classes let out for the summer. Balloon launch to help SIDS researchLocal News (374 words, 2 responses)
DELPHOS — Sudden Infant Death Syndrome claims the lives of almost 3,000 infants a year in the United States. Almost 100 of those deaths occur Continue » Melville Fryer Jr.For the Record (343 words)
May 22, 1920 - June 3, 2007 Melville “Mel” Fryer Jr, 87, of Spencerville, died at 6:45 p.m. Sunday at his residence after an extended illness. He Continue » Delphos schools out for summer vacationLocal News (26 words)
Franklin Elementary first-grade student Kali Edgington looks over her second-grade supplies list before leaving school for summer vacation Monday. Reds second in ‘Boys of Summer Classic’Sports (704 words)
DELPHOS — Sixteen teams went at it over the weekend in the third annual “Boys of Summer Classic” in Delphos. In the end, the Diamond Dawgs, Continue » Ottawa library sets June programsLocal News (199 words)
The Putnam County Dist. Library in Ottawa will be having a food program called Home for the Summer from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday Mona Lisa Continue » Cougars batter ’Cats in ACMESports (461 words)
VAN WERT — After a 55-minute rain delay, the Van Wert Cougars hit the ball all over an extremely soggy Smiley Park in Van Wert, Continue » Robert E. SchroluckeFor the Record (27 words)
Robert E. Schrolucke, 83, of rural Spencerville, died Monday at his residence following a sudden illness. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home Continue » School’s out, laws still applyLocal News (415 words)
DELPHOS— As summer heat creeps upon us, local officials and law enforcement expect certain  violations to become more visible throughout the warmer months. Though most city Continue » June 7th, 2007 Robert SchroluckeFor the Record (107 words)
Feb. 20, 1924 - June 4, 2007 Robert Schrolucke, 83, of rural Spencerville, died Monday morning at his residence after a sudden illness. He was born Feb. Continue » Roger and Lynelle DrayFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 5 to Roger and Lynelle Dray of Elida. Record company in DelphosLocal News (292 words)
DELPHOS— New York City and Los Angeles are well known for their prominence in the entertainment industry. However, one Lima native wants to bring the Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (687 words)
The more I cover events such as last weekend’s State Track and Field Championships, the more it continues to amaze me what the human body Continue » Local News (664 words)
DELPHOS — Not only was St. John’s teacher Lois Blankemeyer gifted Friday with flowers, a replica lighthouse and other remembrances from her family and school Continue » Price of gas impacts Amish, tooLocal News (603 words)
Compiled by Kevin Williams Amish Cook editor With the price of gas pushing well over $3 a gallon in most places, even the Amish aren’t immune from Continue » Walter E. McDonaldFor the Record (83 words)
Dec. 11, 1924 - June 3, 2007 Walter Ellet McDonald, formerly of Georgetown, Ky., died Sunday. He was born Dec. 11, 1924, in Franklin County, Ky., to Continue » First Federal names promotionsLocal News (206 words)
First Federal Bank officials are pleased to announce the recent promotions of two employees. Diane Beam has been promoted to Vice President, Human Resource Manager for Continue » JAMP names upcoming eventsLocal News (166 words)
The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District will offer Traditional Skills Workshop: Beginning Drop Spindle Spinning at 9 a.m. June 9 at the McElroy Environmental Education Continue » Minor Miracle to perform at alumni banquetLocal News (73 words)
Minor Miracle, a ladies quartet from Central Ohio, will be performing at this year’s Delphos Jefferson Alumni Banquet set Saturday at The Eagles. These ladies Continue » Margaret M. RickerFor the Record (240 words)
April 30, 1920 - June 5, 2007 Margaret M. Ricker, 87 of Delphos formerly of rural Rimer, died 7:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She Continue » Kerry and Susan NeumeierFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 5 to Kerry and Susan Neumeier of Delphos. Nine days to Relay ’07Local News (423 words)
DELPHOS — The Delphos Relay for Life 2007 has hit a milestone. The total raised for the event set for June 15 and 16 is Continue » June 8th, 2007 Cougars pound Jays in ACME baseballSports (750 words)
VAN WERT — What do you get when a team puts together 12 hits, eight stolen bases — including one of home — four hit Continue » Samuel S. DeVilbiss IIFor the Record (100 words)
Jan. 16, 1948 - June 6, 2007 Samuel S. DeVilbiss II, 59, of Spencerville, died at 12:22 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center after a Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (128 words)
DEAR EDITOR: As chairpersons for the 2007 St. John’s High School Post Prom, we would like to say a few thank yous on behalf of the Continue » Keith and Libbi JacksonFor the Record (44 words)
A girl, Rubie Grace, was born April 16 to Keith “Turkey” and Libbi Jackson of Westerville. She was welcomed home by sister Ava Jane. Grandparents include Ken Continue » Students rank at State Science FairLocal News (166 words)
Three Ottoville High School students received recent awards at the 59th annual State Science Fair at Ohio State University. Ashley Hoehn received a superior ranking Continue » Jefferson academic awardsLocal News (1187 words)
by Julie Brock On May 15, 165 students gathered in the Jefferson High School gymnasium for the 32nd Annual Scholastic Awards Banquet. They were joined by Continue » Linda K. JonesFor the Record (191 words, 1 response)
Nov. 3, 1944 - June 6, 2007 Linda K. Jones, 62 of Lima died 12:02 a.m. Wednesday morning June 6 at her residence. She was born Nov. Continue » Fort Jennings High School Academic AwardsLocal News (1523 words)
The 2007 Fort Jennings High School Academic Awards Banquet was held recently at the Fort Jennings American Legion Hall. The faculty, staff and administration of Jennings Continue » Jessie DavisFor the Record (20 words)
Jessie David, 76, died Wednesday at her son’s residence in Venedocia. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Knights push past WildcatsSports (476 words)
DELPHOS — In an ACME baseball game of rally and counter-rally, the Crestview Knights downed the Jefferson Wildcats 5-4 at Wildcat Field  Wednesday evening. The Van Continue » Habitat for Humanity project receives donationsLocal News (242 words)
Crystal Daniels, left, and Angela Perry from the WORTH Center prep the walls and windows Wednesday prior to painting ceilings in the Delphos Habitat house Continue » Clock ticking on new fire departmentLocal News (615 words)
AMERICAN TOWNSHIP — With 23 days left before American Township needs to have a fire department up and running, newly-appointed Fire Chief Tom Hadding and Continue » June 9th, 2007 John and Alicia ArseneauFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born June 6 to John and Alicia Arseneau of Elida. ECFC will gift equipment to new township departmentLocal News (239 words)
Staff reports ELIDA — A two-year battle over fire service in American Township may be over. Ron Klopfenstein, president of the Elida Community Fire Company, has extended Continue » Matt and Lisa LanghalsFor the Record (14 words)
A girl was born June 7 to Matt and Lisa Langhals of Fort Jennings. Letter to EditorFor the Record (85 words)
DEAR EDITOR: The St. Vincent de Paul Society and the Delphos Food Pantry, would like to thank the Delphos Postmaster, and Letter Carriers Local Br 182 Continue » Relay team has container readyLocal News (74 words)
The “Family Feud” team  participating in the upcoming Relay For Life has announced its “container” to be auctioned off to raise funds for the annual Continue » Jessie L. DavisFor the Record (194 words)
Oct. 2, 1930 - June 6, 2007 Jessie L. Davis, 76, of Venedocia, died at 11:18 a.m. Wednesday at her son’s residence. She was born Oct. 2, Continue » Jays beat ‘Dogs in ‘home’ ACME gameSports (499 words)
By JESSICA HONIGFORD The Delphos Herald COLUMBUS GROVE — St. John’s was the “home” team in their ACME baseball game versus Columbus Grove at Grove Thursday night. The Continue » Elwer assumes Blue Jays’ basketball mantleSports (796 words)
DELPHOS — There is an old saying that goes “you can’t go home again.” Aaron Elwer hopes that is not true as he begins his career Continue » Gerdeman’s mark 65 yearsLocal News (799 words, 3 responses)
DELPHOS — They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Carl Gerdeman, 89, would agree. He and his wife, Alfreda, celebrate 65 Continue » June 10th, 2007 Five generations of SchimmollersLocal News (84 words)
June 11th, 2007 Knights’ explosion sinks JaysSports (528 words)
By JESSICA HONIGFORD The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The St. John’s ACME baseball team fought for the first three innings to keep the game against the Crestview Continue » Ryan and Ericka KiesFor the Record (23 words)
A girl, Kadence Jordenne, was born June 4 to Ryan and Ericka Kies of Florida. Grandparents include Sylvian Wiesenberg and William Wiesenberg of Delphos. Ryan and Laura EickholtFor the Record (48 words)
A girl, Gracie Virginia, was born June 4 to Ryan and Laura Eickholt of Upper Arlington. She was welcomed home by a sister, Emerson Joy. Grandparents are Continue » St. John’s girls track and field award winnersSports (304 words)
DELPHOS — The St. John’s girls track and field team honored its athletes at its season-ending ice-cream social Thursday night at the Little Theater. Especially honored Continue » Mediterranean visitLocal News (1384 words)
Robert “Cookie” and Louise Miller of Ottoville traveled to Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece last fall. The couple love to travel and have visited 22 Continue » WBL gets 2nd win in all-star grid seriesSports (694 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald VAN WERT — The average margin of victory for the seven previous Van Wert County Hospital All-Star Football clashes between the Continue » Relay has something for allFor the Record (382 words)
Every day we read and hear stories about how a single person can make an impact on how we think about things or bring awareness Continue » World’s smallest horse visits therapy programLocal News (452 words)
CRIDERSVILLE — Thumbelina may be a tiny celebrity but she is a big hit with children and adults alike and thrives on the attention she Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (205 words)
The Humane Society of Allen County has many pets waiting to be adopted. Each comes with a spay or neuter, first shots, and a heartworm Continue » Gov. touts health care planLocal News (667 words)
VAN WERT— Cathleen Miller works in a Van Wert restaurant where she makes minimum wage plus tips. The single parent of two is also studying Continue » June 12th, 2007 Mr. and Mrs. RichardsonLifestyles (78 words)
Richard J. and Helen (Jewell) Richardson, Sr. of Delphos celebrated 40 years of marriage Sunday. The couple were married on June 10, 1967 at a Pentecostal Continue » For the Record (66 words)
LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A girl was born June 7 to Michael and Ashley Gross of Elida. ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy  was born June 8 to Jason and Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Irvin GroneLifestyles (96 words)
Irvin and Mary Grone celebrated 50 years of marriage June 10 with a Mass of Thanksgiving at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and a Continue » Grace GrantFor the Record (249 words)
Aug. 15, 1922 - June 8, 2007 Grace Grant, 84, of Cridersville, died at 4 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Aug. 15, Continue » Bartz serves up pie and patienceLocal News (705 words)
For someone who will observe 57 years of waitressing in August, Lucia “Lucy” Bartz has learned the art of patience. So much so that she Continue » Mr. and Mrs. SchimmoellerLifestyles (131 words, 1 response)
Jacob and Marianne Schimmoeller of Fort Jennings celebrated 50 years of marriage on Friday. The couple were married June 8, 1957 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Continue » Della M. DavisFor the Record (208 words)
Sept. 19, 1907 - June 9, 2007 Della M. Davis, 99, of Gomer, died at her home on Saturday. She was born on Sept. 19, 1907, in Continue » Guisinger, Johnson nab All-Ohio honorsSports (427 words)
The Delphos Herald Kalida senior southpaw Ross Guisinger was named to the first-team All-Ohio baseball team and St. John’s senior righty was a second-teamer in voting Continue » Night Session opens concert series to packed parkLocal News (90 words, 1 response)
The first of the Rotary 2007 Music in the Park series started Sunday evening at Hanser Family Pavilion with big band music provided by Night Continue » June 13th, 2007 Ralph L. BaileyFor the Record (178 words)
May 17, 1922 - June 10, 2007 Ralph L. Bailey, 85, of Middle Point, died at 3:55 p.m. Sunday at Van Wert Manor Nursing Home. He was Continue » Joshua and Amy HeitmanFor the Record (16 words)
LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A boy was born June 11 to Joshua and Amy Heitman of Fort Jennings. Darlene FairFor the Record (206 words)
Sept. 5, 1936 - June 10, 2007 Darlene Fair, 71, of Delphos, died at 10:35 a.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Sept. 5, Continue » Nathan and Fara EwingFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 9 to Nathan and Fara Ewing of Elida. Board adopts policy manualLocal News (441 words)
DELPHOS — In its first regular meeting of the summer, the Delphos City School Board saved taxpayer dollars and adopted a new policy manual. The board Continue » Alumni asked to submit artwork for fall exhibitLocal News (125 words)
A special alumni art exhibit set Oct. 1-26 at The University of Findlay in celebration of the university’s 125th anniversary. Alumni are invited to submit one Continue » Trustees counter ECFC offerLocal News (590 words)
AMERICAN TOWNSHIP — After more than an hour in executive session Monday evening, American Township trustees have countered the offer extended by the Elida Community Continue » Aaron and Mindy KimmetLocal News (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 2 to Aaron and Mindy Kimmet of Delphos. Project Recycle set SaturdayLocal News (131 words)
Delphos Project Recycle will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the LTL Recycle on Gressel Drive. Plastic types 1 and 2 only will Continue » Hoersten builds dream purple martin colonyLocal News (516 words)
Not many of us are dedicated enough to make a childhood hobby into a lifelong dream but Arnie Hoersten of Delphos has done that. And Continue » June 14th, 2007 ’Cats have final say in ACMESports (875 words)
DELPHOS — After being stymied for six innings, St. John’s was the beneficiary of six unearned runs in the top of the seventh to take Continue » Students walk more than 2,000 milesLocal News (182 words)
St. John’s students recently completed the 12th year of the Feeling Good Mileage Club. Participants voluntarily walk during recess and record the distance. This year, Continue » Jennings students make the gradeLocal News (296 words)
FORT JENNINGS— During Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting of the school board, Fort Jennings High School Principal Nick Langhals praised the sophomore class for high performance Continue » Engineers confident reservoir not leakingLocal News (664 words)
DELPHOS — In an attempt to set the record straight regarding the city’s reservoir, Water Superintendent Tim Williams informed council members Tuesday night the reason Continue » TWC gets competition in DelphosLocal News (301 words)
FORT JENNINGS — After several years of being the only cable television provider in Delphos, Time Warner Cable now faces competition from an area-owned and Continue » Relay to kick off with 41 teamsLocal News (243 words)
The 41st 2007 Delphos Relay for Life team signed up at the final meeting Tuesday. The new team is Lima Memorial Medical Records. If a team Continue » Paul W. “Bill” DilworthFor the Record (373 words, 1 response)
July 27, 1933 - June 6, 2007 Paul W. “Bill” Dilworth, 73, of Lake Alfred, Fla., formerly of Coldwater, died June 6 in Winterhaven, Fla. He was Continue » Pair to open new rental hallLocal News (297 words)
DELPHOS — Attending out-of-town weddings has spurred a local couple to open a rental hall at the former H.E. Power Equipment building on East Fifth Continue » Chamber has new executive directorLocal News (201 words)
The Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce has a new executive director. Jennifer Moenter of Delphos has taken the position and is excited about her new job. “For Continue » Katherine BricknerFor the Record (21 words)
Katherine Brickner passed away at 7:30 a.m. today at Lima Manor Nursing Home. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Lucille BowdenFor the Record (58 words)
Lucille Bowden passed away at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday at her residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home, where friends may call from 2-4 Continue » 3 move on in Canal Days Karaoke Contest try outsLocal News (209 words)
The first three contestants for the 2007 Canal Days Karaoke Contest have been chosen. Clockwise from above: Cassandra Tester of Lima, Kevin “Skeeter” Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (684 words)
Talk about old school! Or is it new school? I guess it doesn’t matter. I am referring to the story all over about the punishment Joe Paterno is Continue » June 15th, 2007 No leak: where’s the water from?Local News (859 words)
DELPHOS— During a recent city council meeting, officials claimed aerial photographs taken before the reservoir was built showed water pooled in the field adjacent to Continue » Social evening planned for NAMI goupLocal News (137 words)
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Paulding, Mercer and Van Wert Counties will meet for the monthly educational-support group meeting at 7 p.m. Continue » Fireworks fund needs sparkLocal News (111 words)
The Delphos Kiwanis Club still needs donations for the fireworks display set for 10 p.m. July 4 at Stadium Park. The cost of the fireworks is Continue » Hemker 1-hits ACME LancersSports (640 words)
DELPHOS — Wednesday night was a brilliant late spring evening at Wildcat Field in Delphos. St. John’s junior right-hander Brandon Hemker was just as magnificent as Continue » Kids detect a hit in library summer reading programLocal News (277 words)
DELPHOS —  The Delphos Public Library summer reading program started this week and was pronounced a success during the library board meeting Wednesday afternoon. Children’s Librarian Continue » Lucille M. BowdenFor the Record (287 words, 1 response)
March 3, 1927 - June 12, 2007 Lucille M. Bowden, 80, of Fort Jennings, died at 8:25 p.m. Tuesday at her residence. She was born March 3, Continue » For the Record (62 words)
A girl, Ella Francesca, was born June 7 to Lisa and Dax Gigante of Madison. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces. Grandparents include Chuck and Ginnie Hellman Continue » Katherine BricknerFor the Record (226 words, 1 response)
June 8, 1925 - June 13, 2007 Katherine M. Brickner, 82, of Delphos, died at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday at Lima Manor Nursing Home. She was born June Continue » No rain in sight, crops in dangerLocal News (524 words)
With not a drop of rain expected until Tuesday, the recent dry stretch has area crops in danger. The Weather Channel reports the region has Continue » June 16th, 2007 Cycling brothers to pedal in GOBA tour next weekLocal News (832 words, 1 response)
DELPHOS— As summer moves into full swing, West Central Ohio is seeing a flurry of recreational activity. From swimming to riding bicycles, children and adults Continue » Ottoville High School Honor RollLocal News (368 words)
Seniors Becky Beining, Megan Beining, Dean Bendele, Laura Bendele, Miles Byrne, Peter Eickholt, Sara Eickholt, Curtis Heitmeyer, Josh Hemker, Jared Horstman, Erika Kaufman, Joel Kaufman, Mallory Continue » James and Marie Grouch Jr.For the Record (14 words)
A boy was born June 14 to James and Marie Groch Jr. of Delphos. Jefferson cage campSports (37 words)
Jefferson held its third annual Wildcat Summer Basketball Camp Tuesday through Thursday at the middle school. Camp Director Marc Smith instructs players during a game Continue » Rich and Katie Holdgreve-ResendezFor the Record (15 words)
A girl was born June 10 to Rich and Katie Holdgreve-Resendez of Ann Arbor, Mich. Brent and Corey GrothausFor the Record (50 words)
A girl, Lillian Jane, was born June 14 at St. Rita’s Medical Center to Brent and Corey Grothaus of Delphos. She weighed 7 pounds, 6 ounces Continue » ’07 Relay for Life begins todayLocal News (92 words)
Preparations are underway at the Delphos Community Track for the fifth annual Relay for Life. The 18-hour event will kick off at 5:45 p.m. today Continue » Two little miraclesLocal News (697 words, 5 responses)
DELPHOS — To walk into the Brian and Michele Altenburger home and see 4-year-old Brianna Altenburger playing with her twin sisters, Avery and Brooke, one Continue » June 17th, 2007 On the Other HandFor the Record (564 words)
Happy Father’s Day to you all. I hope you  dads enjoy your day in the spotlight. My father has been gone now for nine years. There Continue » Millers wrap up Mediterranean visitLocal News (830 words, 1 response)
Robert “Cookie” and Louise Miller of Ottoville traveled to Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania and Greece last fall. The couple loves to travel and has visited 22 Continue » Fifth frame foils Jeffcat hardballersSports (771 words)
DELPHOS — One bad inning. Unfortunately for Jefferson’s ACME team, that one bad inning — the top of the fifth — accounted for 10 Van Wert Continue » Trenkamp donates to ACABLLocal News (139 words)
Chris Trenkamp, right, hands a $740 check to Rachel Chapman, director of the Allen County Abilities Baseball League, during a ceremony at Shawnee Maplewood School Continue » Fifth Relay for Life underwayLocal News (716 words)
By MARY M. GROTHAUSE and NANCY BRIGGS DELPHOS — Their names rang out over the community track as they started their victory lap. How long each has Continue » Ottoville Mutual Telephone awards scholarshipsLocal News (73 words)
Ottoville Mutual Telephone Company recently awarded $500 academic scholarships to Ottoville High School graduates Megan Beining, Dean Bendele, Brandon Miller and Mallory Kemper. The board Continue » June 19th, 2007 Jaeger/MiehlsLifestyles (103 words)
Douglas and Barbara Jaeger of Beach Park, Ill. announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Lynn, to Scott Michael Miehls, son of Michael and Dianne Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Arthur GrothouseLocal News (121 words)
Arthur and Mary (Ricker) Grothouse of Delphos celebrated 60 years of marriage June 14. The couple were married on that date in 1947 at St. John Continue » Jessie Lee CriderFor the Record (93 words)
Jesse Lee Crider, 86, of Mendon, died at 8:39 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born May 7, 1921, in Mendon, to Eber Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Norman KnippenLifestyles (100 words)
Norman and Alice Knippen are celebrating 60 years of marriage today. A family dinner was held at Dick’s Steak House in Kalida. Norman and Alice Kaverman Continue » Carder recalls service in Korean WarLocal News (1392 words)
DELPHOS— It was 1950. The global dust kicked up by Allied Forces had settled and life in America was returning to normal after World War Continue » For the Record (68 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 15 to Toby and Jessica Bidlack of Cloverdale. A boy was born June 14 to Shannon Moreo and Continue » Putnam County Genealogy group selling historical mugsLocal News (100 words)
The Putnam County Genealogical Society is selling two collectors mugs featuring the county’s historical landmarks. The first mug features the first courthouse in Kalida, the Leipsic Continue » Fr. Randy bids farewellLocal News (63 words)
Fr. Randy Giesige talks with Ron and Mary Lou Rode Sunday during his farewell reception in the All Saints building at Delphos St. John’s. Fr. Continue » Thomas/CrossLifestyles (105 words)
Holly and Dean Byrd and Roger and Belinda Thomas announce the engagement of their daughter, Holly Nichole “Nikki” Thomas, to Brandon Lee Cross, son of Continue » Old Tom is no moreLocal News (593 words)
Recently, as I was searching through my own personal archives at home, I discovered a paper treasure. The old clipping from the Delphos Herald was Continue » Ladies Dr Pepper golf outing setSports (84 words)
The Ladies Dr Pepper Golf Tournament is accepting 4-woman teams for its 2-day scramble — July 30 (Lost Creek Country Club) and July 31 (Colonial Continue » Summer Crisis Program availableLocal News (102 words)
The Van Wert County Community Action Commission will conduct its Summer Crisis Program through Aug. 31. The program assists those who qualify with summer cooling costs Continue » Corn Hole Tourney on slate for Fourth of JulyLocal News (50 words)
The Kiwanis have announced a Corn Hole Tournament for July 4. The event begins at 1 p.m. on the tennis courts at Stadium Park. Two-person teams can Continue » Bohl/BroeckerLifestyles (76 words)
Tom and Sandy Bohl of Lancaster announce the engagement of their daughter, Gretchen, to Todd Broecker, son of Roger and Alice Broecker of Fort Jennings. The Continue » ’07 Relay marks $99,661Local News (539 words)
DELPHOS — The Relay for Life of Delphos has less than $400 to go to hit the $100,000 goal set for the fifth annual event. Forty-one Continue » June 20th, 2007 Blood drive nets 50 unitsLocal News (61 words)
A blood drive by the Allen County chapter of the American Red Cross was recently held at the Delphos Knights of Columbus hall and collected Continue » Jeffcat baseballers bash KnightsSports (575 words)
CONVOY — Crestview has been a baseball power for a long time. Jefferson is looking to build its program into one. Monday night at the Crestview Athletic Continue » Alice M. EllerbrockFor the Record (189 words, 1 response)
Nov. 29, 1922 - June 17, 2007 Alice M. Ellerbrock, 84, of Kalida, died at 7:06 p.m. Sunday at the Putnam County Ambulatory Care Center in Continue » LL tourney scheduledSports (52 words)
The Genoa Little League will be a holding U-12 and U-14 tournaments from June 28 to July 1. Entry fee is $150 per team, plus one Continue » Cougars maul Blue Jays in ACME ballSports (479 words)
For the Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Nate Webb did just about everything he could from the plate Monday evening; the rest of his St. John’s teammates Continue » Camp more than just cheeringLocal News (178 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Today is the second day for the Fort Jennings Cheer Camp. Varsity cheerleaders are sharing what they know with their smaller counterparts. Continue » Ottoville to put emergency renewal levyLocal News (541 words)
OTTOVILLE — Voters in this school district will see an Emergency Renewal Levy on the ballot in November. School board members unanimously agreed to start the Continue » Richardsons ‘GOBA’ togetherLocal News (559 words)
DELPHOS — It may be said that families that “ride” together stay together. Three generations of Richardsons agree, though they live apart from their family’s Continue » June 21st, 2007 Jane E. YoungFor the Record (214 words)
Nov. 9, 1957 - June 17, 2007 Jane E. Young, 77, of Van Wert, died Sunday at her residence. She was born Nov. 5, 1929, in Delphos, Continue » Tribe downs young Lady ’CatsSports (338 words)
SHAWNEE TOWNSHIP — The Jefferson fast-pitch softball team has a bit of a different look this summer with the loss of eight seniors, seven of Continue » For the Record (142 words)
A boy, Jarrett Allen, was born June 14 at St. Rita’s Medical Center to Aaron and Kim Mullen of Wapakoneta. He was welcomed home by a Continue » Kiwanis spearhead new playground projectLocal News (442 words)
DELPHOS — While sharing in the country’s independence and local festivities, Fourth of July events’ participants will also be helping to renovate the playground area Continue » Village addresses residents’ concernsLocal News (189 words)
FORT JENNINGS— Because many residents have voiced concerns over semi-trucks turning onto village streets, council passed an ordinance Tuesday night designed to eliminate the problem. Ordinance Continue » June 22nd, 2007 Dancer tapped treasurer of stateLocal News (64 words)
Eight hundred seventy girls from the 88 Ohio counties are on the campus of Ashland University to attend the 61st annual American Legion Auxiliary Buckeye Continue » Girls Scouts visit Bearcreek FarmsLocal News (37 words)
Delphos Girl Scouts Troop 271 made a recent trip to Bearcreek Farms in Bryant, Ind. The troop stayed for two nights in log cabins and Continue » Putnam fair at half-way markLocal News (77 words)
Devon Hedrick, 4, front left, son of Jason and Wendy Hedrick of Fort Jennings, and Kiana Gable, 2 1/2, daughter of Tom and Pam Gable Continue » Knights rout Blue Jay ACMESports (798 words)
CONVOY — The St. John’s ACME team played even with Crestview for four innings Wednesday night. It was the fifth when it all fell apart as Continue » VWCT Youth Theatre to present musicalLocal News (220 words)
The Van Wert Civic Theatre’s Youth Theatre will present the musical “Godspell Jr.” in three performances including 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Continue » IT WAS NEWS THENLocal News (814 words)
One Year Ago • “A hand up, not a hand out” is what Habitat for Humanity has extended to two Delphos-area families and/or individuals. Habitat has Continue » Township wants all equipmentLocal News (224 words)
American Township trustees rejected Elida Community Fire Company’s latest proposal Wednesday, stating they needed all the rolling equipment, not just a portion the company had Continue » Optimists roast SommersLocal News (480 words)
DELPHOS — The heat wasn’t turned up too high on Bruce Sommers Wednesday evening at the 7th annual Optimist Scholarship Foundation Roast. Roastmaster Dick Clark said Continue » June 23rd, 2007 Red Cross offers CPR classesLocal News (85 words)
The Putnam County chapter of the American Red Cross will hold an adult CPR with AED class from 6:30-9:30 p.m. June 25; a first aid Continue » Jeffcats rally with 2 in 7th for ACME winSports (723 words)
DELPHOS — Oftentimes, baseball is a game of opportunities and taking advantage of what an opponent gives you. Jefferson did just that in the bottom of Continue » Wassenberg names art exhibit award winnersLocal News (318 words)
The Wassenberg Art Center of Van Wert has announced the winners of awards in the center’s 51st annual June Art Exhibit. Awards were presented during Continue » For the Record (44 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl, Alayna Loren, was born June 20 to Justin and Marisa Kruse of Elida. She was welcomed home by brothers Aidan and Continue » Rickers stand out with hogsLocal News (669 words)
OTTAWA— Those involved with agriculture are often known as hard-working. For one set of Fort Jennings cousins, developing a strong work ethic early in life Continue » June 25th, 2007 Radio operators hamming it upLocal News (315 words)
Staff reports Thousands of ham radio operators will be showing off their emergency capabilities this weekend. The public will have a chance to meet and talk with Continue » Jeffcats beat Blue Jays in wild ACME contestSports (959 words)
DELPHOS — To say that the Jefferson/St. John’s ACME baseball game Friday night at Wildcat Field was wild would be an understatement. Here is the statistics Continue » Sliming tops VBS programLocal News (72 words)
Children attending St. John’s Vacation Bible School this week topped off the program Friday evening with a sliming of Father Mel Verhoff and seminarian Jerry Continue » Fortener indulging in radio passion in IndySports (957 words, 7 responses)
INDIANAPOLIS — It might be a 3-hour trek from Delphos to Indianapolis but for Delphos native Michael Fortener, it’s one he gladly took 14 years Continue » This and ThatLocal News (806 words)
Kate Dickman is enjoying a three week vacation in Fort Jennings with her family after spending a year in Uganda, Africa. Kate is the daughter of Continue » Rosemary SettlageFor the Record (213 words)
Oct. 15, 1928-June 22, 2007 Rosemary, “Rose” Settlage, 78, formerly of Delphos and of Lima, died at 10:45 a.m. Friday at Roselawn Manor. She was born Oct. Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (159 words)
The Humane Society of Allen County has many pets waiting to be adopted. Each comes with a spay or neuter, first shots, and a heartworm Continue » Sandy Brinkman and Nathan RostorferFor the Record (41 words)
A girl, Sydney Ann, was born June 15 at St. Rita’s Medical Center to Sandy Brinkman and Nathan Rostorfer. She weighed 4 pounds, 14 ounces and Continue » Putnam County Fair to wrap up over weekendLocal News (73 words)
Chelsea Slattman served as the flag bearer for the opening ceremonies of the Putnam County Fair Versatility Show Friday. Number 88, Eric Altstetter and number Continue » Matchbooks strike chord with BurnettLocal News (669 words, 2 responses)
DELPHOS — The next time you need a match, ask Joe Burnett. Of course the matchbook may be devoid of matches and the boxes sealed in Continue » June 26th, 2007 Robert M. McKibbenFor the Record (320 words)
Nov. 24, 1922 June 24, 2007 Robert Mullet McKibben, 84, of Continental, died at 12:24 a.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Nov. 24, 1922, Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Marvin SpitnaleLifestyles (115 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Spitnale will celebrate 58 years of marriage on Tuesday. Marvin and Millie were married on June 26, 1949, in the First United Continue » Robert and Beatrice GeiseLifestyles (90 words)
Robert and Beatrice (Ricker) Geise will celebrate 50 years of marriage July 13. The couple were married on that date in 1957 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Continue » Area radio club holds Field DayLocal News (110 words)
Members of the Tri-County Amateur Radio Club prepare to raise the antenna tower Saturday behind the Outpost near Fort Jennings during the nationwide annual Field Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Steve HoerstenLocal News (71 words)
Steve and Carol Hoersten of Ottoville celebrated 25 years of marriage June 12. Steve and Carol Siefker were married on that date in 1982 at St. Continue » Dance club names upcoming eventsLocal News (77 words)
The Springbrook Gardens Dance Club has announced its upcoming dance schedule. Bill Corfield Duo will perform on July 14 and the Stevely Brass is on stage Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Dennis SiefkerLifestyles (124 words)
Dennis and Esther Siefker will celebrate 50 years of marriage June 29. To celebrate, a Mass of thanksgiving will begin at 4:30 p.m. June 30 at Continue » Jays make Jennings ACME 0-6Sports (824 words)
FORT JENNINGS — The Fort Jennings ACME baseball unit and head coach Jared Kleman are searching for their first victory of the summer season. That search Continue » The Rev. Howard Paul SpitnaleFor the Record (389 words)
July 7, 1920-June 23, 2007 The Rev. Howard Paul Spitnale, 86, died at 10:40 p.m. Saturday at at Middletown Regional Hospital, Middletown. He was born July 7, Continue » Clark/BrotherwoodLifestyles (69 words)
Steve and Sue Clark of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Kassandra, to Neil Brotherwood, son of Dave and Barb Brotherwood of Delphos. The couple Continue » Rose/McCormickLifestyles (91 words)
Dave and Kathy Rose of Delphos, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kristie Ann, to Scott Michael McCormick, son of Pat and Julie McCormick of Continue » Alice M. TarrFor the Record (192 words)
Jan. 10, 1922 - June 24, 2007 Alice M. Tarr, 85, of Kalida, died at 4:33 a.m. Sunday at the Meadows of Ottawa-Glandorf. She was born Jan. Continue » Demo Derby caps off Putnam fairLocal News (46 words)
A car owned by Danny Butler of Harrod works its way out of a crash during the Demo Derby at the Putnam County Fair Sunday Continue » June 27th, 2007 Jays erupt t