July 2nd, 2007 Leota HobbsFor the Record (207 words)
Feb. 23, 1938—June 28, 2007 Leota Hobbs, 69, of Middle Point, died at 10:40 p.m. Thursday at her residence. She was born Feb. 23, 1938, in Owsa, Continue » Art Center to open two-artist exhibit of painting, potteryLocal News (406 words)
Beautiful paintings and fine pottery will be displayed at the Wassenberg Art Center, Van Wert, from Wednesday through August 10.  The exhibit features the work Continue » Viola HammonsFor the Record (19 words)
Viola Hammons, 90, died Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Kate’s African adventureLocal News (1029 words, 2 responses)
Kate Dickman is spending a three week vacation with her parents in Fort Jennings after living in Uganda for a year. While in Kampala, Uganda, she Continue » Margey Ann AlgerFor the Record (200 words)
Feb. 19, 1932 — June 28, 2007 Margey Ann Alger, 75, of Gomer, died at 4:05 p.m. Thursday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Feb. Continue » Rachel and Andrew BearFor the Record (16 words)
A baby boy was born at 4:37 a.m. Friday to Rachel and Andrew Bear of Elida. St. John’s Alumni Assn. start Class Ring ProjectLocal News (149 words)
The Delphos St. John’s Alumni Association is compiling a collection of class rings with the goal of collecting one boy’s and one girl’s class ring Continue » St. John’s Alumni Assn. start Class Ring ProjectLocal News (149 words)
The Delphos St. John’s Alumni Association is compiling a collection of class rings with the goal of collecting one boy’s and one girl’s class ring Continue » Pet cornerLocal News (192 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 » Miss Summerfest crownedLocal News (43 words)
2007 Miss Summerfest Alexis Gilroy is crowned by 2006 Miss Summerfest Taylor Cook in Spencerville Friday night. Activities continue through the weekend, including a “water Continue » July 3rd, 2007 For the Record (54 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 26 to Daniel and Kristina Thomas of Cloverdale. Twin girls were born June 29 to Kaylee Brinkman and Continue » Knights smack Jays in ACMESports (592 words)
VAN WERT — Crestview got out the bats early and often on a brilliant Sunday afternoon vs. St. John’s in the first round of ACME Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Robert NeumeierLifestyles (66 words)
Bob and June Neumeier celebrated 50 years of marriage June 28. Bob and June Brown were married on that date in 1957 in Angola, Ind. They are Continue » Fischer/GoeckeLifestyles (79 words)
Arnie and Helen Fischer of Delphos announce the engagement  of  their  daughter,  Sara  Marie,  to  Daniel  Lee  Goecke,  son  of  Jeff  and  Diane  Goecke  of Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stocklin IIILifestyles (125 words, 1 response)
Mary J. King and Kenneth J. Stocklin III were united in marriage May 26 in Gatlinburg, Tenn., by Pastor Rob Bremer. The bride is the daughter Continue » Dawn KlausingFor the Record (161 words)
July 5, 1965 - June 26, 2007 Dawn Klausing, 41, of Kapolei, Hawaii died Tuesday June 26 in Moose Pass, Alaska, from injuries sustained in an Continue » Viola HammonsFor the Record (210 words, 1 response)
Nov. 20, 1916 - June 29, 2007 Viola Hammons, 90, of Delphos, died at 2:46 p.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Nov. 20, Continue » Ella Rose UlmFor the Record (308 words)
April 14, 1918 - June 30, 2007 Ella Rose Ulm, 89, of Delphos, died at 5:35 a.m. Saturday, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born April Continue » Jeffrey KlausingFor the Record (194 words, 2 responses)
Aug. 22, 1965 June 26, 2007 Jeffrey Klausing, 41, of Kapolei, Hawaii died Tuesday, June 26 in Moose Pass, Alaska, from injuries sustained in an RV accident Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Roger EbbeskotteLifestyles (124 words)
Roger and Ruth Ebbeskotte celebrated 50 years of marriage June 29. Roger and Ruth German were married on that date in 1957 at St. Joseph Catholic Continue » Fort Jennings High SchoolLocal News (283 words)
Honor Roll I — 3.667 – 4.00 Seniors Renee Bidlack, Lindsey Bullinger, Renee Dickman, Josh Grothause,  Erica Metzger, Alisha Osting, Talia Tagliapietra and Amanda Verhoff. Juniors Andy Kleman, Keith Continue » Tickets on sale for annual Canal Days drawingLocal News (95 words)
Canal Days Event Coordinator Diane Sterling has announced tickets for the Canal Days $4,000 Grand Prize Drawing are now available for purchase at the First Continue » Hemker/JarossLifestyles (109 words)
Ronald and Anne Hemker announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Lynn, to Ronald Paul Jaross, son of Doris Jaross and the late Martin Jaross. The Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Fred BradshawLifestyles (111 words)
Fred and Katherine (Melosch) Bradshaw will celebrate 65 years of marriage July 4. They were married on that date in 1942 at St. Teresa of the Continue » Ground broken for second Delphos Habitat houseLocal News (387 words)
DELPHOS — With the first local Habitat House nearly completed on Wayne Street, a second one officially got underway Saturday morning on the corner of Continue » July 4th, 2007 My voyage continuesLocal News (382 words)
By Joshua Adam Brueckner In one short week, my life will change. I will soon be traveling over 2,000 miles away to one of the most Continue » Wassenberg offers children’s art campsLocal News (149 words)
Children in grades 1 thru 4 learned how to use natural objects such as leaves, twigs and stones in art projects during a recent art Continue » Delphos Fire and Rescue assist with straw fireLocal News (61 words)
Delphos Fire and Rescue responded to a fire call at 1:36 p.m. Monday at 7660 S.R. 66 when a trailer of straw caught on fire. Continue » It Was News ThenLocal News (664 words)
One Year Ago • The Delphos Rotary Club and Erin Roberts welcomed Barb Moening as a new member. She is pleased to join with the 1,211,723 Continue » Fourth of July celebration activitiesLocal News (217 words)
The following is a list of activities for the Fourth of July celebration in Delphos this evening and Wednesday. Today -(Tuesday) 5 p.m. - 1 a.m. — Continue » Jays’ ACME season comes to an end at hands of LincolnviewSports (712 words)
DELPHOS — Lincolnview, behind the solid effort of right-hander Jordan Simpson, knocked St. John’s out of the ACME baseball tournament with a 4-2 victory on Continue » July 6th, 2007 Amish CookLocal News (763 words)
I am writing this column while daughters Elizabeth and Susan are making us a breakfast of scrambled eggs and toast. I need to get this Continue » Barbara SterlingFor the Record (20 words)
Barbara Sterling died at 8 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Kahne racing in Doty ClassicSports (88 words)
Famed National Sprint Car Hall of Fame inductee Brad Doty, one of the biggest stars of the 1980’s on the World of Outlaw Sprint Car Continue » Knights crush Lancers in ACME tournamentSports (623 words)
DELPHOS — What words can describe the Lincolnview vs. Crestview ACME baseball tournament game Tuesday night at Wildcat Field in Delphos? A good old-fashioned taking them Continue » It Was News ThenLocal News (698 words)
One Year Ago • An afternoon thunderstorm couldn’t dampen the spirits of those attending the annual Fourth of July celebration. The storm passed through about 4:15 Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (1047 words, 6 responses)
The Benoit murders/suicide case seems to be getting more and more bizarre. As I write this, the situation with the Wikipedia update on the death of Continue » Fourth celebration deemed best yetLocal News (687 words)
DELPHOS — The weather and the crowd couldn’t have been more perfect for the Fourth of July celebration, according to Kiwanis members Mark Miller and Continue » July 7th, 2007 Glenn R. PottsFor the Record (105 words)
June 29, 1939 - July 5, 2007 Glenn R. Potts, 68, of Celina and formerly of Spencerville, died at 7:10 a.m. Thursday at Celina Manor Nursing Continue » Ledyard takes second in poster contestLocal News (109 words)
Tyler Ledyard, a student at St. John’s Elementary, was recently awarded a framed certificate and chamber gift certificates for winning second place for third grade Continue » Pilgrimage leads Lauer to DelphosLocal News (609 words, 1 response)
DELPHOS — Everyone would like more time to spend with their loved ones and friends. Chris Lauer, 24, of Brainerd, Minn., felt he needed to Continue » Barbara SterlingFor the Record (149 words)
May 16, 1930 - July 4, 2007 Barbara Sterling, 77, of Delphos, died at 8 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born May 16, Continue » Three tryouts left for Canal Days Karoake ContestLocal News (172 words)
Canal Days will hoste a karaoke contest for the singing community of Delphos. There will be three more chances to try out for the finals, Continue » Habitat house dedication setLocal News (77 words)
Lima Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce an official house dedication ceremony to be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at 723 W. Wayne St., Continue » Agler inducted in State Eagles Hall of FameLocal News (135 words)
The Delphos Eagles Auxiliary met in regular session with 39 members in attendance. Dorothy Agler was inducted into the State Eagles Hall of Fame at state Continue » Old Fashioned Farmers DaysLocal News (114 words)
Vendors and other participants prepared Thursday for the 31st annual Van Wert County Old Fashioned Farmers Days at the county’s fairgrounds. Luke Lugibihl of Bluffton Continue » July 9th, 2007 Farmer’s Days fun for allLocal News (80 words)
Elaina King, 6, from Michigan, got up close and personal to learn how to milk a cow when she accompanied her grandmother to Farmer Days. Continue » 148 attend 33rd annual Fortener reunionLocal News (149 words)
One hundred forty-eight descendents and friends of Robert and Regina Fortener (past residents of Ottoville) attended  a  week-long reunion of  the  Fortener  Family  held at  Continue » Vacation Bible School collection goes to mission in PeruLocal News (96 words)
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Pastor Fr. Mel Verhoff accepts a donation of $386.63 from some of the children who attended the St. John’s Continue » Summer reading program serving more than 320 childrenLocal News (1747 words)
To date, more than 320 children have signed up for this year’s reading program which includes children from 3 years of age through teenagers. Special Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (236 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 » On the Other HandFor the Record (737 words)
I’m sure a lot of you saw the tent city in my backyard last weekend. It was the second annual Spencer Fourth of July celebration. The Continue » This and ThatLocal News (839 words)
By the time you read this, Kate will be back in Kampala, Uganda, in Eastern Africa. She flew back last week after a three and Continue » Louella C. GerdemanFor the Record (218 words)
Dec. 1, 1913 - July 6, 2007 Louella C. Gerdeman, 93, of Leipsic, died at 12:45 p.m. Friday at The Meadows of Ottawa-Glandorf, Ottawa. She was born Continue » Marbletown books readyLocal News (254 words)
DELPHOS — The long-awaited Marbletown history books have arrived from the printer and committee members are gearing up to sell them and other memorabilia items Continue » July 10th, 2007 Eagles to host blood driveLocal News (47 words)
The Allen County Chapter of the American Red Cross will hold a blood donor drive from 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Thursday at the Eagles Lodge. All donors Continue » Local teenager recognized for work with HabitatLocal News (77 words)
While local Habitat for Humanity volunteers turn their full attention to the group’s second project, one area teen is being commended for his involvement in Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Art TurnwaldLifestyles (92 words)
Mrs. and Mrs. Art Turnwald of Ottoville will celebrate 50 years of marriage on July 13. The couple will celebrate with a Mass of Thanksgiving on Continue » Combs/VaughnLifestyles (77 words)
Richard and Barbara Combs of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Danielle, to Jacob Vaughn, son of Marvin and Darcy Richardson of Cedar Continue » Ciminillo/ScottLifestyles (81 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ciminillo of Sylvania announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole, to Peter Scott of Whitley Bay, England. The couple will exchange vows Continue » Spencerville library names photography workshopLocal News (50 words)
Lima Public Library’s Spencerville branch will host a workshop on “vintage” photography at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Antiques Appraiser Anne Stratton will discuss how she determines the Continue » Gedeon/LintonLifestyles (112 words)
Mark and Judy Gedeon of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Ann, to Jason Andrew Linton, son of Michael Linton of Vincent and Continue » Pottery by Knott on display at Wassenberg galleryLocal News (504 words)
VAN WERT — The work of potter Brandon Knott of Continental is currently on display at the Wassenberg Art Center, 643 S. Washington St., Van Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Jeff BockeyLifestyles (187 words)
Bridget Meyer of Maumee and Jeff Bockey of Delphos were united in marriage June 9 at St. Isadore Catholic Church in Sherwood, the Rev. David Continue » Flores marks 25 years as deaconLocal News (271 words)
OTTOVILLE — Immaculate Conception parishioners gathered Sunday to honor a man who has had a spiritual presence in their community for more than 25 years. Deacon Continue » Lois I. DaleyFor the Record (270 words)
Nov. 2, 1928 - July 8, 2007 Lois I. Daley, 78, of Spencerville and formerly of Lima, died at 5:48 p.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Continue » Kenneth M. ClarkFor the Record (178 words)
Kenneth M. Clark, 46, of Cincinnati, died July 4. His wife of 19 years, Kimberly (Reindel) Clark survives. Other survivors include sons Alex, 17, and Joe, 12; Continue » Habitat dedicates homeLocal News (479 words)
DELPHOS — Beth Houseworth and her children are closer than ever to moving into their new Habitat house on Wayne Street. Habitat and local officials dedicated Continue » July 11th, 2007 City League Reds beats PiratesSports (47 words)
Ross Thompson of the Delphos Pirates delivers a pitch versus the Reds Monday night at Stadium Park. The Reds beat the Pirates 9-3 in the Continue » Bluegrass Entertainers of the Year coming to Van WertLocal News (245 words)
The Fountain Park Summer Music Series will feature the Bluegrass music of Grammy nominee Cherryholmes at 7 p.m. Friday. Cherryhomes burst on the scene by winning Continue » Sara LucasFor the Record (17 words)
Sara Lucas, 78, died today at Roselawn Manor, Spencerville. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Thomas and Amber BallFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born July 9 to Thomas and Amber Ball of Spencerville. Australian travels to Fort Jennings man for vehiclesLocal News (671 words)
FORT JENNINGS — The 1964 Mustang. The 1965 GTO convertible. The 1968 Camaro SS. Classic American muscle cars are envied by many around the world, Continue » It Was News ThenLocal News (720 words)
One Year Ago • Nearly 30 people packed the Delphos City School Administrative offices Monday evening for the monthly school board meeting in support of a Continue » Auditions set for Canal Days playLocal News (361 words)
DELPHOS — Canal Days committee members are seeking actors and singers for the production of “Bloody Bridge,” a play to be performed Sept. 13-15 during Continue » Board OKs $11M in appropriationsLocal News (723 words)
DELPHOS — Appropriations of $11,137,973 were approved by the Delphos City Schools Board of Education Monday evening. The total includes $8,582,248 in General Fund expenditures; $192,000 Continue » July 12th, 2007 Lear to host Grandmaster DillmanSports (114 words)
On July 19 from 6:30-9:15 p.m., Master Shane Lear, right, will host a seminar featuring Grandmaster George Dillman. The seminar will be held at Lear’s Continue » Amish CookLocal News (725 words)
We are enjoying my husband Joe’s vacation week.  We have no schedule to follow, no certain time to get up in the morning. It’s really Continue » Food locker part of Bowersock heritageLocal News (190 words)
DELPHOS — For Dean Bowersock, third generation owner of Delphos Food Locker, it’s more than a job, it’s a heritage and one he likes doing. “My Continue » Ann CritchfieldFor the Record (42 words, 1 response)
Oct. 7, 1949 - July 8, 2007 Ann Critchfield, 57, of Owensboro, Ky., formerly of Delphos, died at 8:30 p.m. Sunday at the University of Texas Continue » Midget football sign-ups slatedSports (113 words)
Sign-ups for the Delphos Midget Football Association for the 2007 season will run from 6-8 p.m. July 30 at the Stadium Park shelterhouse. This is for Continue » Relay reaches $101,000 markLocal News (324 words)
DELPHOS — Relay for Life committee members held wrap-up meeting Tuesday. The 2007 Relay raised $101,000 for cancer research, bringing the five-year net total to $530,093. Continue » Sara J. “June” LucasFor the Record (50 words)
April 22, 1929 - July 10, 2007 Sara J. “June” Lucas, 78, of Delphos, died at 2 a.m. July 10 at Roselawn Manor. She was born April Continue » VFW to host job search workshop for veteransLocal News (58 words)
The Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Delphos will host a job search workshop for veterans from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 7 and Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (937 words)
I realize that I am a week late on the Jerry Narron firing but since I called it in mid-June, I should get a pass. One Continue » Parish now offers museumLocal News (433 words)
OTTOVILLE — “History tells us where we’ve been and where we’re going,” Millie Ruen said as she stood among decades-old vestments, photos of First Communion Continue » July 13th, 2007 Brian and Brittany LybargerFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born July 10 to Brian and Brittany Lybarger of Elida. Leslie and Jeff KlausFor the Record (36 words)
A boy, Brayden, was born July 11 to Leslie and Jeff Klaus at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Grandparents are Rick and Darlene Pohlman and Lenny  and Continue » Tynisha Thompson and Erving JonesFor the Record (17 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born July 9 to Tynisha Thompson and Erving Jones of Spencerville. Downtown revitalization beginning slowlyLocal News (99 words)
Jim Goergens of Delphos takes down the sign at the local H and R Block office on Main Street Tuesday. The business, owned by JoAn Continue » St. John’s Alumni Assn. starts Class Ring ProjectLocal News (146 words)
The Delphos St. John’s Alumni Association is compiling a collection of class rings with the goal of collecting one boy’s and one girl’s class ring Continue » Donald P. WheelerFor the Record (194 words, 1 response)
May 20, 1943 - July 11, 2007 Donald P. Wheeler, 64, of rural Edon, died Wednesday at his residence. He was born May 20, 1943, in Napoleon Continue » IT WAS NEWS THENLocal News (716 words)
One Year Ago • Members of the Delphos Library Board were informed of several projects to be completed Wednesday afternoon during its regular meeting. The parking Continue » Library board welcomes new memberLocal News (332 words)
DELPHOS — Jeff Price, the new superintendent of Delphos Schools, attended the Library Board meeting Wednesday and was welcomed on board as a board member, Continue » City League finishes up regular seasonSports (61 words)
Kody White of the VFW makes a play at first base and Kent Staup of the Braves is out during city league play Wednesday evening Continue » Kahne highlights 19th annual Brad Doty ClassicSports (31 words)
The Herald’s Tiff McKee, top, and Elaine Suever meet NASCAR'S Kasey Kahne and get his autograph. July 14th, 2007 Richard L. “Casey” JonesFor the Record (211 words)
Feb. 26, 1937 - July 11, 2007 Richard L. “Casey” Jones, 70, of Delphos, died at 2:51 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Continue » Delphos on TVLocal News (27 words)
The City of Delphos will be featured on the public television program “Hometown Ohio” as part of the “Our Ohio” series at 8 a.m. Saturday Continue » LETTER TO EDITORFor the Record (341 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Now that the season is near to a close I would like to thank all of the dedicated people who have coached our youth Continue » D. Morgan JonesFor the Record (256 words)
Sept. 6, 1944 - July 11, 2007 D. Morgan Jones, 62, of Van Wert, died at 9:19 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Continue » Lavon H. SmithFor the Record (82 words)
Lavon H. Smith, 94, of Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, died Wednesday at Overlook Hospital in Summit, N.J. He was born in Garrett, Ind. and lived most Continue » Steven FreemanFor the Record (24 words)
Steven Freeman, 56, of Fort Jennings, died at 2:57 a.m. Thursday at University Hospital in Columbus. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. First FamilyLocal News (329 words)
By Scott Clarkson Our mission is to show that the First Families are just like us. • When Abraham Lincoln was shot in the head at Ford’s Continue » Committee plans cake bake-offLocal News (309 words)
DELPHOS — One feature of this year’s Marbletown Festival will be a cake bake-off. The cakes do not have to be marble cakes and there Continue » Moving the past forwardLocal News (582 words)
LIMA — “Moving Our Past Forward” was the campaign motto in 2002 when the Allen County Museum began planning an expansion of the building. After breaking Continue » July 16th, 2007 This and ThatLocal News (643 words)
This is the final installment of Kate’s African Adventure. Kate Dickman, daughter of Jim and Karen Dickman of Fort Jennings, is back in Africa as Continue » Students working away summer at schoolLocal News (114 words)
Many area students are finding summer employment in their school’s maintenance departments. Steven G. FreemanFor the Record (271 words)
Aug. 26, 1951 - July 12, 2007 Steven G. Freeman, 55, of Fort Jennings, died at 2:57 a.m. Thursday at University Hospital in Columbus. He was born Continue » Tabfest announces 10th anniversary line-upLocal News (412 words)
MENDON — Organizers of Tabfest 2007 hope to raise more money than ever for Ronald McDonald House Charities this year, continuing the event’s tradition of Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (513 words)
We’ve all been there. There’s a group of our friends or acquaintances and they’re talking about someone or getting ready to do something we know Continue » Midget football sign-ups slatedSports (78 words)
Sign-ups for the Delphos Midget Football Association for the 2007 season will run from 6-8 p.m. July 30 at the Stadium Park shelterhouse. This is for Continue » Ambulatory care for minor injuries, illnessesLocal News (514 words)
DELPHOS —  The typical warning signs of a heart attack include tightness in the chest, shortness of breath and tingling sensations down the arms, according Continue » Jefferson High School class of 1956 holds 50th reunionLocal News (164 words)
The Jefferson High School class of 1956 recently held its 50th reunion with a get-together at Trinity United Methodist Church and by attending the Jefferson Continue » July 17th, 2007 7th, 8th-grade football meetingSports (26 words)
Incoming seventh- and eighth-graders interested in playing football this fall will meet today at St. John’s. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. in the Little Continue » For the Record (73 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born July 11 to April Zamora of Delphos. A boy was born July 12 to Glen and Stephanie Renner of Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (212 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 » Kleman/HewittLifestyles (91 words)
George and Joyce Kleman of Delphos, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kimberly Marie, to Michael Scott Hewit, son of Rick and Kathy Hewit of Continue » Beining/DalicandroLifestyles (97 words)
Richard and Kathy Beining of Ottoville announce the engagement of their daughter, Denise, to Matthew Dalicandro, son of Kerry and Tess Dalicandro of Columbus. The couple Continue » Maas/DeVelvisLifestyles (95 words)
Carl and Anne Maas of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Valerie Lynn, to Shawn Michael DeVelvis, son of William and Brenda DeVelvis of Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Walter MaagLifestyles (89 words)
Walter and Janet (Horstman) Maag celebrated 50 years of marriage July 13. The couple was married on that date in 1957 at St. Barbara Catholic Church Continue » Combs/RichardsonLifestyles (78 words)
Richard and Barbara Combs of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Danielle, to Jacob Vaughn Richardson, son of Marvin and Darcy Richardson of Continue » Fairgrounds to host rib fest, 5K run/walkLocal News (91 words)
The fourth annual Rhythm and Rib Fest will be held Saturday at the Putnam County Fairgrounds. Gates will open at 8 a.m., followed by a Continue » Kalida sets Pioneer Days deadlinesLocal News (100 words)
The 135th annual Kalida Pioneer Days will take place Sept. 6-9. The organizing committee seeks participants for the following events: The Battle of the Bands will be Continue » Youngpeter/OstingLifestyles (136 words)
Daniel and Karen Youngpeter of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Catherine, to Kyle Brandon Osting, son of Kevin and Leila Osting of Continue » Classic cars displayed in DelphosLocal News (53 words)
Approximately 180 cars were on display Saturday during the annual Delphos Car Club Car Show at the Delphos Eagles lodge. Jim Gerding of Cloverdale admires Continue » July 18th, 2007 ‘Bloody Bridge’ play auditionsLocal News (98 words)
Clarissa Schnipke, left,  Kyle Luersman and Dusty Long were three of the aspiring actors and singers who auditioned Monday for parts in “Bloody Bridge” a Continue » For the Record (29 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was  born July 16 to Jared and Renee Myers of Fort Jennings. A girl was born July 16 to Durk and Continue » Board takes first step for emergency levy renewalLocal News (460 words)
CLOVERDALE — The Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education approved the first of two resolutions needed to place a Renewal Emergency Levy on the Nov. Continue » Josephine BuettnerFor the Record (20 words)
Josephine A. Buettner, 72, died Monday at Plus Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Braves, Pirates move onSports (68 words)
Will Buettner of the Braves reaches for the ball during City League Tournaments Monday evening at Stadium Park. The Braves beat Spencerville 17-5 and will Continue » JAMP names upcoming eventsLocal News (239 words)
The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District has announced the following upcoming events. “Stories Old Upon the Land” will begin at 8 p.m. Saturday at Ottawa Metro Continue » Medical center finishes phase I of expansionLocal News (463 words)
DELPHOS — It may have once been true that “cutting edge” hospital designs were only represented in cities such as Cleveland and Cincinnati. Now, one Continue » FFA members attend campLocal News (258 words)
During the last week in June, nine Delphos FFA members embarked on a journey to FFA Camp Muskingum.  Their trip would take them to Carroll Continue » Rain critical for corn cropsLocal News (770 words)
With little rainfall throughout the region since May, area agriculture leaders say this year’s crops could be in dire straits. “Corn is the most vulnerable at Continue » July 19th, 2007 Author to make stop in LimaLocal News (68 words)
Michael Wallis, author of “The Lincoln Highway: Coast to Coast Along Route 30 From Times Square To The Golden Gate,” will make a stop in Continue » Jean E. DillerFor the Record (280 words, 1 response)
April 11, 1923 - July 17, 2007 Jean E. Diller, 84, of Elida, died at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at her residence. She was born April 11, 1923, Continue » Reds vs. Pirates in Jennings tourneySports (64 words)
Zavier Buzard of the VFW is safe at third base with Jordan Herron of the Pirates covering. The Pirates beat the VFW 7-5 in the Continue » Jennings to work on roadways, treesLocal News (446 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Crack sealing of streets, paving and tree removal are in the forefront in Fort Jennings this summer. Seven streets need crack sealing including Continue » Gas prices affect school lunchesLocal News (298 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Because rising gas prices cause more expensive commodity transportation, many goods and services have had to raise prices. School lunches are also Continue » Josephine BuettnerFor the Record (169 words)
Sept. 20, 1934 - July 16, 2007 Josephine A. Buettner, 72, of Delphos, died at 9:50 p.m. Monday at Plus Health Care Center in Lima. She was Continue » Beckham facing tough sellSports (1037 words, 1 response)
So, David Beckman and his wife, “Posh Spice” Victoria, and their three children arrived to a king and queen’s reception in the United States last Continue » Carl Herman ErnstFor the Record (205 words)
May 25, 1923 July 16, 2007 Carl Herman Ernst, 84, of Gardner, Ill., died Monday at his residence. He was born May 25, 1923, in Landeck, to Henry Continue » Helping to feed the hungryLocal News (351 words)
DELPHOS — Imagine being homeless and hungry without money to buy anything to eat. Delphos FFA students spent Tuesday night trying to visualize what conditions Continue » July 20th, 2007 St. John’s slates sports meetingSports (98 words)
A mandatory meeting for all St. John’s fall sports participants, including cheerleaders, in grades 7-12 and their parents and coaches, as well as athletic booster Continue » Richard “Joe” BestFor the Record (190 words)
Oct. 21, 1937 - July 17, 2007 Richard “Joe” Best, 69, of Delphos, died at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday at Cridersville Health Care Center. He was born Oct. Continue » Fisher donates treasured locksLocal News (148 words)
Rachel B. Fisher, 94, has held on to the locks of her hair cut off during her first haircut when she was approximately 12 years Continue » Business owner diesLocal News (130 words)
A long-time Delphos business owner has died. Richard “Joe” Best, 69, of Delphos, died at 1:15 p.m. Tuesday at Cridersville Health Care Center. Best owned Best and Continue » School focuses on student security issuesLocal News (542 words)
DELPHOS — After shootings at an Amish school in Pennsylvania during the previous academic year, local educators responded to ensure the safety of their students. Continue » Schools utilize break for projectsLocal News (483 words)
DELPHOS — While cleaning local school buildings each summer is routine, many larger projects are also conducted periodically. Delphos City Schools has chipped away at two Continue » July 21st, 2007 Planning set for Ohio Gourd ShowLocal News (197 words)
Plans are well underway for the 445th Ohio Gourd Show. This event, one of the premier gourd shows of the nation, will be held Sept. Continue » Middle Point LL champsSports (66 words)
The 2007 Middle Point Little League Tournament champions include, front row, left to right, Chris Howe, Brandon Wallis, A.J. Phillips and Aaron Bradford; middle row, Continue » Paula J. SwickFor the Record (106 words)
July 1, 1948 - July 19, 2007 Paula J. Swick, 59, of rural Spencerville, died at 1:45 a.m. Thursday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Continue » Limaland sets anniversary raceSports (154 words)
Limaland Motorsports Park will celebrate its 72nd anniversary tonight. To honor this momentous occasion, special purses have been posted for all three divisions. The EFI-NRA Sprint Continue » For the Record (29 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was  born July 17 to Abbey Parsons and Shay Harter of Delphos. A girl was born July 19 to Patrick and Continue » Project Recycle scheduled SaturdayLocal News (111 words)
Project Recycle will be offered Saturday. Recyclable items may be dropped off from 9 a.m.-noon   at LTL Recycle on Gressel Drive. Plastic types 1 and 2 will Continue » Parade entries still neededLocal News (164 words)
DELPHOS — Marbletown committee members are still asking for parade entries for the festival parade scheduled for 2 p.m. Aug. 4. Any organization, group, or Continue » Madeline A. ChrystowskiFor the Record (212 words)
Oct. 8, 1928 - July 19, 2007 Madeline A. Chrystowski, 78, of Surrey Run, N.H., died Thursday at the Wentworth-Douglass hospital in Dover. N.H. She was born Continue » Library wrapping up summer reading programLocal News (98 words)
The Dynamic Detectives — kindergarten and first grade children in the Delphos Public Library summer reading program — enjoyed outdoor games Wednesday.  There are 362 Continue » July 23rd, 2007 On the Other HandFor the Record (679 words, 1 response)
There are very few things that have created more controversy than the Iraq War. You will never hear me say or read a comment from 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 » Window to the PastLocal News (2112 words)
City Council Meeting — 106 Years Ago All members of council save Kalt and Schmueckle were present when the roll was called, Tuesday evening, but they came Continue » Gerdeman recalls war-ravaged lifestyleLocal News (1151 words)
DELPHOS— War always takes a heavy toll on the residents of any country in which one is fought. It’s especially hard on children who lose Continue » This and ThatLocal News (764 words, 1 response)
The best thing about summer is the fresh fruits and vegetable stands. I often frequent a wonderful place right over on State Route 66. They Continue » Test reveals water in field not from reservoirLocal News (829 words)
DELPHOS — For several weeks, the City of Delphos and a farmer who owns land adjacent to the reservoir have traded words over water standing Continue » School StuffLocal News (577 words)
(British Rock Group Oasis #1 US single “Wonderwall” modern rock chart 1995) Parents, by divine wiring, look to save their kids from themselves — its our Continue » Habitat begins second houseLocal News (313 words)
In the few short weeks since the dedication of the first Habitat for Humanity house in Delphos on July 9, ground breaking began on Continue » July 24th, 2007 Bliss/SparksLifestyles (121 words)
Steve and Jane Bliss of Newcomerstown announce the engagement of their daughter, Sara Marie, to Timothy David Sparks, son of Keith Sparks of Columbus Grove Continue » Prenger/DenmanLifestyles (86 words)
Ken and Karen Prenger of North Star announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Theresa, to Steven Eugene Denman, son of Gene and Ginger Denman Continue » Torbet/RennerLifestyles (87 words)
Russell and Christina Torbet of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Andrea Marie, to Bruce Jerome Renner, son of Norbert and Helen Renner of Continue » Park to host movie nightLocal News (33 words)
Stadium Park will host “Family Movie Night” at 9 p.m. Wednesday. “Iron Giant” is the feature presentation that will play on an inflatable movie screen. The new Continue » Jefferson sets high school registrationLocal News (68 words)
Students attending Jefferson High School this fall will register Aug. 7-10. Registration times are: • Seniors and juniors — 9-11 a.m. and 12:30-2:30 p.m. Aug. 7; • Sophomores Continue » Horstman/ColeLifestyles (75 words)
John and Pam Horstman of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Jo, to Matthew Jon Cole, son of Jack and Ruth Chapman and Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Gordon BrendleLifestyles (87 words)
Gordon and Marie (Allemeier) Brendle of Delphos celebrated 50 years of marriage on June 9 with a family dinner. The couple were married on June 1, Continue » Thomas ‘Allen’ Moneer, Jr.For the Record (111 words, 7 responses)
Aug. 25, 1966 — July 22, 2007 Thomas “Allen” Moneer, Jr., 40, of Delphos, died at 9:43 a.m. Sunday at his mother’s residence after a battle Continue » Brass band brings crowd to feetLocal News (28 words)
  Local veterans stood for recognition during the concert when their respective military songs were played by The Columbus Brass Band. July 25th, 2007 Wesleyan church names annual VBSLocal News (89 words)
Delphos Wesleyan Church will hold its annual Vacation Bible School Aug. 9 and 10. The theme of this year’s event is “Army Adventure Camp.” There will be Continue » For the Record (41 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born July 19 to Travis and April Jackson of Elida. A girl was born July 20 to Jason and Crista Continue » Esther M. GrothausFor the Record (259 words)
Oct. 3, 1931 - July 23, 2007 Esther M. Grothaus, 75, of Delphos, died at 3:48 p.m. Monday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Oct. Continue » VFW Post has applications for Honor FlightLocal News (73 words)
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3035 in Delphos has applications for World War II veterans who would like to participate in Honor Flight, a one-day Continue » Blood drive setLocal News (34 words)
The Delphos Knights of Columbus hall will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 2-7 p.m. Aug. 1. All presenting donors will receive a T-shirt. Call Continue » Village wrapping up water projectLocal News (391 words)
OTTOVILLE — When an Ohio EPA-mandated waste water treatment plant project began in 2002, the village council here devised a project to take place in Continue » July 26th, 2007 Benoit deja vu again?Sports (1045 words)
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water ... Sometimes, I wonder what I’m going to write about in my column. Then Continue » VFW to host job search workshop for veteransLocal News (58 words)
The Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Delphos will host a job search workshop for veterans from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 7 and Continue » City takes action to deal with violationLocal News (776 words)
By GREG SCHERGER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Delphos City Council met in lengthy regular session Tuesday evening and addressed a multitude of topics. Prior to the meeting, Continue » Dr Pepper outing still has openingsSports (149 words)
Openings remain for the Ladies Dr Pepper Golf Tournament set for Monday (Lost Creek Country Club) and Tuesday (Colonial Golfers Club). The format is a 4-woman Continue » Cowan joins Spherion as VP of business developmentLocal News (205 words)
LIMA — Robert and Grace Schulte, owners of the Schulte group of companies, has announced Judith M. Cowan will be joining their company as vice Continue » Tickets on sale for annual Canal Days drawingLocal News (95 words)
Canal Days Event Coordinator Diane Sterling has announced tickets for the Canal Days $4,000 Grand Prize Drawing are now available for purchase at the First Continue » Peltiers share musical historyLocal News (572 words)
DELPHOS — Approximately 20 people, young and old, attended the Delphos Public Library presentation Tuesday afternoon on American Music from the Revolution to the Civil Continue » July 27th, 2007 Karaoke tryouts continue Aug. 7Local News (116 words)
Preliminary tryouts for the Canal Days Karaoke Contest continue from 8-10 p.m. Aug. 7 at Delphos Recreation Center; and Aug. 14 at Kosta’s Topp Chalet. Registration Continue » Author showcases roots of Old Lincoln HighwayLocal News (523 words)
VAN WERT — While most of us rarely venture off the nation’s super highways except to seek a gas station or a fast food restaurant, Continue » For the Record (44 words)
A boy was born July 17 to Neil and Laura Moorman at St. Joseph Hospital in Ann Arbor. Grandparents include Rebecca Moorman of Ottovile and John Continue » Etzkorn turns 100 FridayLocal News (83 words)
Mary Etzkorn will turn 100 years old Friday and a Mass will be celebrated at 5 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Spencerville with Continue » Ambulance wreck ‘could happen anywhere’Local News (550 words)
DELPHOS — An ambulance accident which killed three emergency medical technicians from Antwerp Friday night drew attention to the work of first-response drivers. Tom Hickey, 61, Continue » July 28th, 2007 Earl Gaskill Jr.For the Record (118 words)
May 24, 1927 July 25, 2007 Earl “Fritz” Gaskill, Jr. 80, of rural Spencerville, died at 7 p.m. Wednesday. He was born May 24, 1927 in Conant, to Continue » Marbletown ready for festivalLocal News (111 words)
Marbletown committee members met Thursday evening and plans are in place for the second annual festival Aug. 4. Fun activities like frog jumping, a cow-plopping contest Continue » Indians win minor-league tournamentSports (75 words, 1 response)
The Indians emerged as champions of the 2007 Delphos season-ending minor-league tournament. Members of the team are, front row, left to right, Jake Tester, James Continue » Scholarship pageant openLocal News (82 words)
The 32nd annual Miss Northwestern Ohio Scholarship Pageant will take place Nov. 10 in Defiance. The contest is a preminary pageant to Miss Ohio and Miss Continue » Calvelage first Canal Days Queen in 1969Local News (557 words, 1 response)
DELPHOS — Phyllis “Phud” (Kill) Calvelage still recalls her crowning as the first Miss Delphos on Sept. 11, 1969, as helping her gain self-confidence and Continue » July 30th, 2007 Jones new coordinatorLocal News (375 words)
Our shop has a “shop coordinator,” Becky Jones. We welcome her input and new ideas. It amazes me each time I visit to see the merchandise Continue » This and ThatLocal News (782 words)
Mark Odenweller and his crew of young men have been spending the hot summer days rebuilding or refurbishing the West Side Cemetery. This week they dug Continue » Window to the PastLocal News (792 words)
Boys Played “Hookey” Monday evening about 7 o’clock the tolling of the fire bell announced that a child was lost, and quite a number of people Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (191 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 » Pool plan almost sunk at onsetLocal News (410 words)
DELPHOS — Today’s city pool almost didn’t come to fruition. The Works Progress Administration project drug through the years of 1939 to August of 1941, snarled Continue » School StuffLocal News (518 words)
I received an article recently on the topic of kids and summers off. (“Why our children get to take three months off” by Juliet Continue » July 31st, 2007 Sherer wins world series of marksmanshipLocal News (414 words, 2 responses)
MIDDLE POINT — In its 100th year of national matches at Camp Perry Military Reservation near Port Clinton, the National Trophy Rifle Awards will honor Continue » Nuss, Bowen earn 1st wins at LMPSports (849 words)
For The Delphos Herald LIMA — The first Ladies Thunderstock event of the year at Limaland Motorsports Park earlier was cancelled because of foul weather. As hot Continue » Unterbrink/WeimerskirchLifestyles (116 words)
Alan and Mary Unterbrink of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Kay, to Bryan Michael Weimerskirch, son of Lisa Waldron of Delphos and Continue » Scherger/GonyaLifestyles (117 words)
Gregory and Miriam Scherger of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Stephanie Marie, to Aaron William Gonya, son of Gerald and Linda Gonya of