October 1st, 2007 St. John’s annual fundraiser beginsLocal News (78 words)
St. John’s fifth-graders Jackson Donley, Zach Fischer and Adam Stocksdale show some of the prizes for top-sellers in the school’s annual fundraiser. The school receives Continue » Hospital hosts Kids’ Health FairLocal News (206 words)
VAN WERT — The Van Wert County Hospital’s Kids’ Health Fair was held recently for more than 450 third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students of Van Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (258 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 » James F. McKinleyFor the Record (47 words)
James F. McKinley, 50, of Spencerville, died at 5:56 p.m. Thursday at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. A memorial service will begin at 11 a.m. Continue » Jeffcats demolish Knights 37-0Sports (692 words)
By CHRIS KOENIG The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Jefferson head coach Damon Ulm knew he had his hands full as the visiting Crestview Knights came to Stadium Continue » More fun on the CanalLocal News (1249 words, 2 responses)
The old Miami and Erie Canal provided many fun, fun times for kids in town or anyone who lived nearby. Albert (Red) Yochum, formerly of Delphos, Continue » Ruth DetrickFor the Record (98 words)
Aug. 16, 1912 —Sept. 27, 2007 Ruth Detrick, 95, of Spencerville, died at 6:05 p.m. Thursday at Roselawn Manor Nursing Home. She was born Aug. 16, 1912 Continue » Commission seeking playing card sponsorsLocal News (135 words)
Trustees of the Delphos Canal Commission are creating a historical deck of cards to help with the operating expenses of the local museum. The deck of Continue » Understanding the class clownLocal News (503 words)
DELPHOS — “Johnny continually disrupts the class with wisecracks” or “he always wants to be in the spotlight and doesn’t seem to know when to Continue » Recovery’s gamble pays off versus JaysSports (859 words)
FORT RECOVERY — Perhaps one has to break from conventional wisdom to snap a 12-game losing streak. That is what Fort Recovery coach Brent Niekamp did Continue » Keeler named top NWC boys golferSports (240 words)
For The Delphos Herald Bluffton senior Andrew Keeler was named the 2007 Northwest Conference Player of The Year in boys golf. He was picked under a new Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (611 words)
I just read a story online about an illegal alien who had lived in the United States for 11 years, saved $59,000 working as a Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (96 words)
DEAR EDITOR: We want to thank all the members of the Delphos Canal Commission who volunteered in the last few months. Trustees needed help and you came Continue » Five generationsLocal News (45 words)
Five generations of the family of Don Brown recently gathered at a home in Georgia. Brown is seated holding great-great-grandson Carder Matthew Knebel. Standing is Continue » Clevenger named 2007 Delphos Jefferson Homecoming QueenLocal News (52 words)
Melissa Clevenger was crowned as Jefferson’s Homecoming Queen during ceremonies Friday night at Stadium Park. Senior members of the court, from left to right back Continue » October 2nd, 2007 Perrin/MurphyLifestyles (126 words, 1 response)
Bruce and Kimberly Perrin of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Renee Angela, to Matthew Lawrence Murphy, son of Lawrence Murphy and Mary Gansley Continue » Grubb/BellmannLifestyles (86 words)
Gary and Carolyn Grubb of Van Wert announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica, to Willie C. Bellmann, son of Bill and Brenda Bellmann of Continue » Lady Green struggles in Pepsi ClassicSports (496 words)
CONVOY — The Ottoville volleyball squad had a tough day Saturday at the 8-team Pepsi Classic at Crestview High School. The Lady Green (5-8) lost three Continue » Church circle to hold barbecueLocal News (54 words)
The Shalom Circle of Gomer United Church of Christ will hold a chicken barbecue from 5-6:30 p.m. Oct. 6 at the church. Dinners will include half Continue » Bearcat errors spur on ThunderbirdsSports (557 words)
LIMA — Spencerville’s football team did a lot to help unbeaten Lima Central Catholic Saturday night under the lights of Lima Stadium. Four turnovers and 10 Continue » VFW auxiliary participates in ‘Stand Down’Local News (117 words)
Ladies auxiliary to Delphos Walterick-Hemme Post 3035 donated $50 to Stand Down which will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 13 at Continue » Mason/MoxLifestyles (84 words)
Randall and Sharon Mason of Middle Point announce the engagement of their daughter, Natalie Ann, to James Edward Mox, son of James and Mary Mox Continue » Musketeers, ’Riders end up even in boys soccerSports (508 words)
FORT JENNINGS — St. Marys Memorial scored on a penalty kick with 4:50 remaining Saturday afternoon to salvage a 2-2 boys soccer tie with Fort Continue » Strickland gives 5th District candidates boostLocal News (86 words)
GLANDORF — Governor Ted Strickland paid a brief visit to Glandorf while touring Northwest Ohio this weekend to assess how everyone was recovering from the Continue » For the Record (55 words)
A girl, Abigail Marie, was born Sept. 24 to Ryan and Kristie Jones of Van Wert. Grandparents include Perry and Shirley Wiltsie and Bob and Deb Continue » Army buddies reunite after 50 yearsLocal News (974 words, 2 responses)
VAN WERT — Bill Hughes hadn’t seen his Army buddies in more than 50 years. There had been yearly Christmas cards but little other contact Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Christopher SommersLifestyles (218 words)
Sara Ann Suever and Christopher David Sommers were united in marriage Dec. 16 at Calvary Evangelical Church in Van Wert. The bride is the daughter of Continue » October 3rd, 2007 Martha T. HagenFor the Record (147 words)
Sept. 15, 1907 - Sept. 29, 2007 Martha T. Hagen, 100, of Delphos, died at 11:15 p.m. Saturday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Sept. Continue » Club sets coin showLocal News (40 words, 1 response)
The Tri-county Coin Club will hold its 52nd annual coin show from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 14 in the junior fair building at the Auglaize Continue » Pirates secure 2-1 win over Lady JaysSports (638 words)
DELPHOS — A goal with under 10 minutes left Monday gave Bluffton a 2-1 girls soccer victory over St. John’s on the soggy sod of Continue » Lady ’Cats win 2nd of seasonSports (602 words)
LIMA — Due to Monday’s wet weather, Jefferson’s girls soccer team got a chance to play under the lights and on the turf at Lima Continue » For the Record (30 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born Sept. 30 to Dan and Marcie Metzger of Delphos. LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A girl was born Oct. 1 to Matt Continue » K of C hall to host blood driveLocal News (42 words)
The Knights of Columbus Hall will host an American Red Cross blood drive from 2-7 p.m. Wednesday. Donors must be 17 years of age or older; Continue » Albert F. WallenFor the Record (162 words)
Jan. 12, 1935 - Oct. 1, 2007 Albert F. Wallen, 72, of Lima died at home Monday. He was born Jan. 12, 1935, in Rushmore, to Edward Continue » Delphos Area Visiting Nurses set annual dinnerLocal News (221 words)
Delphos Area Visiting Nurses will hold its annual Beacon of Hope Dinner and Auction at 6 p.m. Oct. 9 at the Delphos Eagles Lodge. The project Continue » Christine J. SybertFor the Record (211 words)
June 29, 1952 - Sept. 29, 2007 Christine J. Sybert, 55, of Fort Jennings, died Saturday in Fort Jennings. She was born June 29, 1952, in Lima, Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (213 words)
Pilots edge by Lady Green OTTOVILLE — Ayersville invaded Heckman Gymnasium Monday night for a non-league volleyball matchup and downed Ottoville 25-22, 25-23, 25-22. Chelsea Ditto had Continue » Good Samaritan gifts pumpkinsLocal News (231 words)
   DELPHOS — Two-year-old Kierstyn Klaus learned a hard lesson last week. Sometimes people do things that hurt other people. One day last week, someone stole Continue » October 4th, 2007 Carey Shrine to host TatianaLocal News (44 words)
Recording artist Tatiana will perform at 7 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey. Tatiana performed in Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Zach Reindel. Congratulations Zach! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Barry Friemoth. Congratulations Barry! For the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER Twin boys were born Oct. 1 to Brian and Jennifer Best of Elida. District qualifiers in DelphosSports (55 words)
The St. John’s boys golf team, as well as Jefferson senior Dillon Klein, will be participating in the district competition Thursday at Stone Ridge in Continue » Calvelage 2nd in Allen County meetSports (967 words)
LIMA — Tuesday afternoon was more reminiscent of a summer day than an October afternoon with its warm temperatures. St. John’s senior Erin Calvelage didn’t mind Continue » Bulldogs romp by Lady JeffcatsSports (542 words)
Brooke Apple COLUMBUS GROVE — The Columbus Grove Lady Bulldogs proved to be a strong volleyball team in prevailing over the Lady Wildcats of Jefferson 25-19, Continue » Lincolnview, Kalida bands toLocal News (344 words)
For the Delphos Herald The Lincolnview Lancer Band has been selected to march in Ohio Stadium on Saturday. The famed “Horseshoe” will be the site of the Continue » U.S. Cup chances gone awrySports (688 words)
I will admit, I do not know why U.S women’s soccer coach Greg Ryan would replace starting goalkeeper Hope Solo in the semifinals of the Continue » Students signing for the futureLocal News (820 words, 2 responses)
High school students in the area have been signing up for their future over the last several years — American Sign Language (ASL) classes that Continue » October 5th, 2007 Delphos Fire and Rescue receives $85,740 grantLocal News (130 words)
Congressman Jim Jordan (R-Urbana) has announced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has approved an $85,740 operations and safety grant for the Delphos Fire Department. “This Continue » Albert F. WallenFor the Record (144 words)
Jan. 12, 1935 - Oct. 1, 2007 Albert F. Wallen, 72, of Lima died at home Monday. He was born Jan. 12, 1935, in Rushmore, to Edward Continue » Panthers claw past Bearcats in net playSports (506 words)
SPENCERVILLE — Inconsistency has been a problem all season for the Spencerville Bearcats volleyball team. That doomed the host Lady Bearcats Tuesday night as they Continue » Dale ShockFor the Record (21 words)
Dale Schock, 70, died at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. FEMA, SBA report on area damagesLocal News (524 words)
By MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald State and federal emergency management officials who are assessing the status of area communities which have suffered flood damage have offered Continue » Jennings class play a ‘haunting’ affairLocal News (254 words)
Fort Jennings senior class will present “A-Haunting We Will Go” at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday in the school auditeria. “A-Haunting We Will Go” is Continue » Lady ’Dawgs put two in sectional semisSports (171 words)
Senior Anna Adkins, as well as sophomore D’Atra Savage and freshman Jessie Adkins, advanced to the Division II sectional semifinals after wins Wednesday at the Continue » Streetscape project beginsLocal News (142 words)
ODOT workers remove sidewalks on the east side of Main Street near Fifth Street this morning. St. John’s 2007 Homecoming CourtLocal News (612 words, 1 response)
St. John’s Homecoming Queen Katie Grothouse, back center, and her court will reign over the homecoming game against Anna Friday at Stadium Park. The court Continue » Jefferson football cheerleaders attend campSports (212 words)
The Jefferson football cheerleaders recently attended the Ameri-Cheer Cheer Camp at Ohio State University, with over 300 cheerleaders from around the state of Ohio. The Continue » October 6th, 2007 St. John’s girls hold back Bath in soccerSports (723 words)
BATH TOWNSHIP — The St. John’s girls scocer unit was coming off a 2-1 loss to Bluffton Monday and wanted to break out of a Continue » Tyrone Vaughan Band to help raise money for firefightersLocal News (474 words)
DELPHOS — While on a business trip in Virginia, Kevin and Leslie Looser wandered into The Jewish Mother in Virginia Beach for a break from Continue » Pirates hand Jeffcats 3-1 girls soccer lossSports (346 words)
For The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Jefferson’s girls soccer team scored first but Bluffton’s scored last — three times — as the Lady Pirates took a Continue » Klein: back to ColumbusSports (944 words)
BOWLING GREEN — Dillon Klein was sweating it out Thursday afternoon at Stone Ridge Golf Club in Bowling Green — and it wasn’t just because Continue » Delphos Area Visiting Nurses set annual dinnerLocal News (224 words)
Delphos Area Visiting Nurses will hold its annual Beacon of Hope Dinner and Auction at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Delphos Eagles Lodge. The project recognizes Continue » Knights lance Jeffcat nettersSports (576 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Crestview Knights came to Middle School in Delphos Thursday night to slay the Jefferson Wildcats in a Northwest Continue » UAW-Ford workers build rampLocal News (88 words)
Retirees from UAW-Ford came to Delphos Thursday to build wheelchair ramps for Angie and Howard Chung who live in the 600 block of South Jefferson Continue » Lavera HanfFor the Record (24 words)
Lavera Hanf, 72, of Delphos, died at 2:20 a.m. today at Vancrest Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Dale L. ShockFor the Record (198 words)
Nov. 12, 1936 Oct. 3, 2007 Dale L. Shock, 70, of Delphos, died at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Nov. 12, 1936 Continue » Lady Rangers down Blue Jays in 4 gamesSports (732 words)
DELPHOS — It took New Knoxville four exciting games to pick up a Midwest Athletic Conference volleyball road victory over St. John’s Thursday night: 27-25, Continue » Foreclosure trend strikes Tri-county areaLocal News (1336 words)
The number of nationwide foreclosure filings reported in August was more than twice that of August 2006. Numbers specific to Ohio also show many homeowners Continue » October 8th, 2007 Pet CornerLocal News (214 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 » Turnovers doom Jay griddersSports (771 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s grid coach Todd Schulte must have wished the game with Anna Friday night at Stadium Park could have ended after the Continue » Library busy with Storytime, Toddlertime and adult programsLocal News (1614 words)
Fall is a busy time at the library. We hope you had a chance to visit the library recently during the book sale. We had Continue » This and ThatLocal News (971 words)
Did you ever wonder how the rivers and streams got their names? Many have Indian names, some are named after people and others received the Continue » Calling ‘cut!’ on the ‘drama queen’ in schoolLocal News (564 words)
“Lola” is desperate for attention when she moves to a new school district. The self-centered 15-year-old finds herself competing against the most popular girl in Continue » LaVera HanfFor the Record (296 words, 1 response)
Sept. 3, 1935 - Oct. 5, 2007 LaVera Hanf, 72, of Delphos died Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Sept. 3, 1935, in Ottoville Continue » Ottoville boys win matchup of PCL powersLocal News (735 words)
OTTOVILLE — All of the hype and expectations of the Ottoville-Kalida boys soccer contest finally came to fruition on Friday night at the Ottoville Soccer Continue » ’Cats’ ‘D’ stymies rival Bulldogs 20-7Sports (801 words)
COLUMBUS GROVE — For the second week in a row, Jefferson’s defense played well, well enough to carry coach Damon Ulm’s club to a second Continue » Basilica visit strengthens student, staff faith alikeLocal News (566 words)
For the Delphos Herald Spirituality and faith development are fundamental part of the curriculum at St. John’s High School. A recent school-wide retreat to the Basilica Continue » St. John’s Class of 1947Local News (102 words)
The St. John’s High School class of 1947 recently held its 60th reunion. Classmates attending include, seated, Alfred Imholt, Doris (Ditto) Mullenhour, Betty (Klier) Osting, Continue » Grothouse reigns over homecoming gameLocal News (77 words)
  St. John’s 2007 Homecoming Queen Katie Grothouse, daughter of Chuck and Cindy Grothouse, gets a kiss on each cheek from her escorts Tim Clark, Continue » October 9th, 2007 Lady Bearcat harriers conquer Anna fieldSports (399 words)
The Delphos Herald ANNA — Spencerville girls cross country team grabbed first place in a tie-breaker in Saturday’s 18-team Anna Invitational. The Lady Bearcats, ranked 16th in Continue » Jeffcats, Spartans battle to 0-0 drawSports (527 words)
LIMA — The turf of Lima Stadium was baking when Jefferson and Lima Senior took the field Saturday afternoon for their girls soccer encounter. The 80 Continue » Local roundupSports (557 words)
Lady ’Dawgs dispel Musketeers ELIDA — Shelby Troyer scored a pair of goals and added an assist and Erin Thomas added the other tally as the Elida Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Jonathon CraigLifestyles (218 words)
Jennifer Della Rae Ritcher and Jonathon David Craig were united in marriage July 21 at First Assembly of God Church in Lima, the Rev. Bob Continue » Jays wear down T-Bird girlsSports (524 words)
LIMA — Lima Central Catholic’s lack of depth came into play Saturday morning/afternoon at Simmons Field. St. John’s took advantage of its superior depth, wearing down Continue » Knights slay St. John’s netters in 4 gamesSports (626 words)
CONVOY — Crestview’s volleyball team picked up a good home victory Saturday morning, defeating the Blue Jays of St. John’s in four games, 25-21, 21-25, Continue » Wiechart completes internshipLocal News (463 words)
Delphos resident and Ashland University student, Kristina Wiechart completed an internship this summer at a residential behavioral facility in Charlotte, N.C., called the Alexander Youth Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Katie Kundert. Congratulations Katie! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Chase Getz. Congratulations Chase! Milton “Tom” StevensonFor the Record (264 words)
Dec. 5, 1946 Oct. 6, 2007 Milton “Tom” Stevenson, 60, of Delphos, died at 9:16 a.m. Saturday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Dec. 5, 1946, Continue » Warnecke/SarakaitisLifestyles (95 words)
Paul Warnecke and Ann Warnecke of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, April Marie, to Eric Lawrence Sarakaitis, son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Continue » For the Record (45 words)
LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A boy was born Oct. 4 to Lars and Katherine Olson of Delphos. A boy was born Oct. 7 to Jake and Heather Williams of Continue » Visiting Nurses set annual dinnerLocal News (46 words)
Delphos Area Visiting Nurses will hold its annual Beacon of Hope Dinner and Auction at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Delphos Eagles Lodge. Tickets are $20 Continue » Gymanfa Ganu packs Gomer churchLocal News (44 words)
The pews were full Sunday evening for the annual Gymanfa Ganu Welsh singing celebration at                      Gomer United Church of Christ. The event draws people Continue » October 10th, 2007 Delphos man critical after one-vehicle crashLocal News (158 words)
A Delphos man was injured when the semi-truck he was driving was involved in an accident at 12:28 p.m. Monday on State Route 127 north Continue » Arlington bedevils Lady Green in net playSports (633 words)
OTTOVILLE — Arlington’s roster of 10 seniors took advantage of the Ottoville volleyball squad and its lone 12th-grader Monday night, securing a 25-18, 25-23, 18-25, Continue » Jefferson Ag Dept. has student teacherLocal News (175 words)
There is a new face in the Delphos Agricultural Education Department this year. She is not a new student in the school, but rather a Continue » Jefferson sets registration for youth basketballSports (96 words)
Registration forms for the Jefferson Youth Basketball Program are now available at the Jefferson Middle School, as well as Franklin and Landeck elementaries, according to Continue » Jefferson wins 5-game thrillerSports (723 words)
DELPHOS — It took the Jefferson volleyball team five games to defeat their visitors from Wayne Trace Monday in a non-conference battle at the  Middle Continue » Lady ’Cat seniors end regular season on winning noteSports (727 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson was looking to send its six girls soccer seniors out on a winning note Monday night versus Cory-Rawson. They were also looking to Continue » Jeffrey Alan WurstFor the Record (211 words)
Jan. 30, 1962 - Oct. 6, 2007 Jeffrey Alan Wurst, 45, formerly of Ottoville, died at 10:10 a.m. Saturday at his Columbus residence. He was born Jan. Continue » Marie AdamFor the Record (94 words)
Oct. 24, 1914 - Oct. 6, 2007 Marie Adam, 92, formerly of Fort Jennings, died at 7:40 p.m. Saturday at Hearth and Home of Van Wert. She Continue » ODE taps Franklin ‘School of Promise’Local News (772 words)
DELPHOS — Franklin Elementary has been designated a “School of Promise” by the Ohio Department of Education for the 2006-07 school year. The award notes schools Continue » Soybeans caught between ‘extremes’Local News (588 words)
After a summer of drought-like conditions followed by recent flooding in the region, farmers have started harvesting this year’s crops in favorable conditions for getting Continue » October 11th, 2007 Streetscape project costs risingLocal News (572 words)
DELPHOS — The concrete is coming up along Main Street and so is the price of the downtown Streetscape project. Safety Service Director Greg Berquist told Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Rylee Hamilton. Congratulations Rylee! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Amanda Warnecke. Congratulations Amanda! Jays, Lady Green battle to tieSports (791 words)
DELPHOS — The St. John’s and Ottoville girls soccer squads are preparing for the second season. That is why the respective coaches were looking for signs Continue » Ambassador Club to visit local businessesLocal News (357 words)
DELPHOS — The newly-formed Ambassador Club armed themselves with information and a game plan to make sure Delphos businesses have what they need to stay Continue » Coelestine ‘Cis’ BrockmanFor the Record (232 words)
Oct. 8, 1914 - Oct. 9, 2007 Coelestine “Cis” Brockman, 93, of Fort Jennings, died at 10:25 a.m. Tuesday at the Meadows of Ottawa-Glandorf. She was born Continue » Jeffcats overcome Bulldogs in NWCSports (484 words)
The Delphos Herald ADA — Jefferson was coming off a 5-game battle the night before versus Wayne Trace when they took on Ada Tuesday night. It was Continue » Cavaliers dispatch Lady JaysSports (607 words)
DELPHOS — Coldwater’s volleyball unit outdueled St. John’s in three games Tuesday night at Arnzen Gymnasium, 25-21, 26-24, 25-18, in Midwest Athletic Conference action. “Learning to Continue » Students celebrate Fire Safety WeekLocal News (43 words)
Delphos firefighter Roy Hoehn helped Kaiden Trentman get strapped into firefighter gear during his visit to Creative Learning Center as part of Fire Safety Week. Continue » Musketeers upset archrival OttovilleSports (617 words, 1 response)
OTTOVILLE — Tuesday night’s Fort Jennings/Ottoville boys soccer battle was what fans have come to expect from these two Putnam County League archrivals: a fierce Continue » October 12th, 2007 Letter to EditorFor the Record (185 words)
DEAR EDITOR: When I came to Delphos as a bride in 1935, I was impressed by the wide tree lined streets. When we bought an 80-year-old house Continue » Klein eyes the prizeSports (674 words)
COLUMBUS — Dillon Klein is in the calm before the storm. The calm is the relief he feels having clinched a berth in the Division III Continue » Herald, chamber to host ‘Meet the Candidates’ nightLocal News (148 words)
Local voters will have an opportunity to rub elbows with local and area election candidates from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 25 at Jefferson Middle School auditorium. The Continue » Book sale benefits libraryLocal News (315 words)
DELPHOS — The recent book sale at the Delphos Public Library not only brought them a profit but also benefited shoppers and those who will Continue » Helen L. VonSossanFor the Record (138 words)
Sept. 14, 1912 - Oct. 9, 2007 Helen L. VonSossan, 95, of Fort Jennings, died at 10:10 p.m. Tuesday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Continue » 50th reunion of Ottoville High School class of ’57Local News (132 words)
The 50th class reunion of the Ottoville class of '57 was held on Sept. 22 with a dinner and reception at Dick's Restaurant in Kalida. Continue » Workers pour Main Street curbingLocal News (112 words)
Work continues on the Streetscape project on Main Street in downtown Delphos today. Workers from Newcomer Concrete from Norwalk are pouring curbs from Fifth to Continue » October 13th, 2007 Musketeers shut out Lady Green soccerSports (725 words)
OTTOVILLE — The girls soccer regular season is fast coming to a close and the second season begins Monday for most area units. Fort Jennings and Continue » Pole fire cuts power to 1,029Local News (166 words)
A power outage in Delphos Thursday was caused by a pole fire in the 100 block of South Canal Street, according to American Electric Power Continue » Flyers bomb JaysSports (759 words)
DELPHOS — The No. 1 volleyball team in Division IV in the state of Ohio came to Arnzen Gymnasium Thursday night on Senior Night and Continue » Jeffcat netters stun LadyCatsSports (579 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Lady Wildcats of Jefferson came out with a bang and ended with a bang on their last regular-season Continue » Delphos United Way goal set at $20,500Local News (271 words)
DELPHOS — The Delphos United Way Campaign is underway with this year’s goal set at $20,500.  A $10,000 corporate donation from K&M Tire has nearly Continue » Big Green boys battle past Temple ChristianSports (735 words)
LIMA — The Ottoville Big Green boys soccer team was trying to recover from a disappointing 2-1 loss to Putnam County League foe Fort Jennings Continue » Delphos taps into new water systemLocal News (994 words)
DELPHOS — In an era of downtown revitalization and monumental street maintenance, the city took a long-awaited step forward Thursday when the reservoir became residents’ Continue » October 15th, 2007 On the Other HandFor the Record (344 words)
I thought I would take this time to catch up a little. Love the marriage thing. I know we were together for a long time but Continue » Family life, education inseparableLocal News (622 words)
Tri-County residents attribute the strength of their communities to the region’s hard-working families. Though many of them remain well-adjusted on a foundation of traditional values, Continue » This and ThatLocal News (1079 words)
Most people go to Brown County, Ind., and it’s famous center of Nashville to shop in the wonderful little town and visit the State park Continue » Kiggins ‘Carrier of the Year’Local News (60 words)
Joyce Kiggins, 77, of Delphos has  been named the Delphos Herald 2007 “Carrier of the Year.” Kiggins has been delivering the Herald since July 2006 Continue » Joseph A . KlirFor the Record (286 words)
March 10, 1943 Oct. 12, 2007 Joseph A. Klir, 64, of Fort Jennings, died at 8:36 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born March 10, Continue » Wildcats surging toward grid playoffsSports (581 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson moved up to eighth place in Region 18 (Division V) standings with its 20-7 win over Columbus Grove a week ago. The Wildcats Continue » School StuffLocal News (544 words)
“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind” — Dr Seuss Good stuff from Continue » Flyers bombard Blue Jays 44-13Sports (795 words)
DELPHOS — Marion Local has been impressive in rolling up a 7-0 mark. All of it was on display Friday night on the sod of Stadium Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (246 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 » Big Green tunes up for soccer tourneySports (470 words)
OTTOVILLE — Unbeknownst by many, the Ottoville boys soccer team set a school record for goals scored in a season with their victory Thursday evening Continue » Bearcats hold back late-charging KnightsSports (729 words)
SPENCERVILLE — Spencerville defeated an upset-minded Crestview squad Friday night, holding on for a 34-26 Northwest Conference grid victory in front of a packed house Continue » Student teacher offering GermanLocal News (408 words)
Those interested in taking German language classes will have the opportunity soon as a visiting university student from Germany will offer classes beginning Oct. 22. Diane Continue » October 16th, 2007 Lady Bearcats, Lancers top NWC harriersSports (1131 words)
SPENCERVILLE — Spencerville’s girls cross country team and Lincolnview’s boys were crowned Northwest Conference champions Saturday morning at Spencerville. Spencerville just edged out Lincolnview by three Continue » OES to honor past matrons, patronsLocal News (84 words)
The Delphos Chapter 26, Order of Eastern Star will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday for Past Matrons and Past Matrons Night at the Mason Hall, Continue » Putnam library opens temporary branch todayLocal News (85 words)
The Putnam County District Library will be opening a temporary branch of the library at the Educational Service Center in Ottawa today. The library will provide Continue » Kemper/TrentmanLifestyles (80 words)
Steve and Judy Kemper of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Ann, to Aaron Nicholas Trentman, son of Bob and Deb Trentman of Continue » Tidd/UtrupLifestyles (86 words)
Michael and Susan Tidd of Cedarville announce the engagement of their daughter, Meggan Marlene, to Scott Utrup, son of Don and Marilyn Utrup of Delphos. The Continue » Cheryl L. MillerFor the Record (183 words, 1 response)
June 28, 1952 - Oct. 12, 2007 Cheryl L. Miller, 55, of Middle Point, died at 10:47 p.m. Friday at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (17 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Gabrielle Metzger. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Nick Dunlap. Congratulations ! Jeffcat gridders bully Eagles 38-6Sports (647 words)
DELPHOS —  Jefferson improved its gridiron record to 6-2 on the year with a 38-6 non-conference victory over Troy Christian Saturday night at Stadium Park. The Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (1596 words)
Lancers lose 2 in volleyball VAN WERT — Lincolnview’s volleyball team lost twice during a tri-match Saturday at Van Wert. The Lancers (5-17) first fell to Antwerp Continue » For the Record (29 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born Oct. 11 to Carrie Kugler and Andrew Stocklin of Delphos. A girl was born Oct. 11 to Anthony and Continue » Klein ends up 4th at stateLocal News (899 words)
COLUMBUS — Dillon Klein shot an 82 Friday at the Division III State Golf Championships, meaning he would need a searing round Saturday for a Continue » Wassenberg sets watercolor workshop with Don GetzLocal News (64 words)
The Wassenberg Art Center in Van Wert will hold a watercolor workshop taught by Don Getz, co-founder of the Ohio Watercolor Society, from 9 a.m. Continue » Coletta BaldaufFor the Record (53 words)
Coletta Baldauf, 89, died at 2:30 a.m. Monday at Vancrest Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home, where friends may Continue » Skate park sees busy SundayLocal News (29 words)
Skateboarder Gregory Adams of Delphos pauses at the top of a ramp at the skate park at Waterworks Park Sunday afternoon. October 17th, 2007 Letter to the EditorFor the Record (122 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Our volleyball girls played Ada girls on Oct. 9 at Ada High School. I, as a parent, was very upset with the sportsmanship of this Continue » Ottoville closes out school projectLocal News (631 words)
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local Schools have finally severed ties with the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC). The district received the remaining $286,114 from the OSFC/district Continue » Miller City puts out Jennings boysLocal News (792 words)
By MIKE MAAG The Delphos Herald KALIDA — The Fort Jennings boys soccer team won every stat except the one that counts — the final score — Continue » Musketeers prevail over Wildcats in OTSports (800 words)
OTTOVILLE — Miller City’s girls soccer team seemed to have all the momentum heading into the first sudden-death overtime Monday night at Ottoville Soccer Stadium. After Continue » Wildkittens take down JaysSports (523 words)
BATH TOWNSHIP — Bath’s girls soccer team ended St. John’s season Monday night at Bath High School in a Division II sectional semifinal contest 3-2. “Tough Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (88 words)
DEAR EDITOR: This letter is mainly to thank all the area businesses and organizations who support the “tributes” or other special inserts in the paper, yearbook Continue » Paws to ConsiderLocal News (717 words)
 By Dr. John Jones I first met Rocky 25 years ago while I was in veterinary school. At least I think his name was Rocky. My Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Morgan Jostpille. Congratulations Morgan! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Warren Poling. Congratulations Warren! John P. SteinerFor the Record (155 words)
March 11, 1949 - Oct. 13, 2007 John P. Steiner, 58, of Delphos, died at 5:32 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was Continue » Elida FFA Rural Soil Judging team takes 1st at districtLocal News (133 words)
The Elida FFA Rural Soil Judging Team recently won first place at a district competition. Members include, Brandon Good, left, who placed first in individual Continue » Coletta D. BaldaufFor the Record (216 words)
Dec. 22, 1917 - Oct. 15, 2007 Coletta D. Baldauf, 89, of Delphos, died at 2:30 a.m. Monday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Dec. Continue » Herald seeking questions for candidatesLocal News (54 words)
Local voters will have an opportunity to rub elbows with local and area election candidates from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 25 at Jefferson Middle School auditorium. Questions Continue » Playground project sees more donationsLocal News (149 words)
Delphos Optimist Club President Harry Tolhurst, left, presents a check for $1,000 to Kiwanis Club representative Rick Hanser. Kiwanis member Jamey Wisher, far left, and Continue » Alta P. MatsonFor the Record (178 words)
Aug. 5, 1910 - Oct. 15, 2007 Alta P. Matson, 97, of Delphos, died at 3:45 a.m. Monday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Aug. Continue » October 18th, 2007 Morgan and Jeremy KaserFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Oct. 16 to Morgan and Jeremy Kaser of Elida. Lady Green puts out young ’CatsSports (728 words)
MIDDLE POINT — Ottoville and Jefferson met up Monday night for their Division IV sectional first-round battle at Lincolnview High School. Ottoville outdueled the young Wildcats Continue » Business After Hours heldLocal News (50 words)
The Delphos Knights of Columbus hosted a Business After Hours meeting Tuesday, which was co-hosted by COI Telephone, Vancrest Health Care Center and Dick Clark Continue » NWC releases volleyball squadsSports (160 words)
Lima Central Catholic junior Jo Jo Krieg was voted the 2007 Northwest Conference Player of The Year. Krieg helped lead the Thunderbirds to a perfect 9-0 Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (592 words)
I was sent a note the other day regarding some — to say the least — unruly fans. I do not want to mention any Continue » Lydia B. HemkerFor the Record (267 words)
May 30, 1931 - Oct. 12, 2007 Lydia B. Hemker, 76, of Point Harbor, NC died Friday at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center in Chesapeake, Virginia. She was Continue » Lynnette and Ralph McElroyFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Oct. 15 to Lynnette and Ralph McElroy of Delphos. Lady Green knocks off Kalida in soccerSports (769 words)
OTTOVILLE — Kalida seemed in control of its girls soccer sectional battle with Ottoville Tuesday night on the pitch of Ottoville Soccer Stadium. A quick counterattack Continue » Lady Jays advance in tourneySports (687 words)
LINCOLNVIEW — It took St. John’s four games to fight off the pesky Lincolnview Lancers Tuesday night in sectional play, emerging victorious 22-25, 25-10, 25-12, Continue » Janet Marie DeanFor the Record (186 words)
Oct. 12, 1946 — Oct. 12, 2007 Janet Marie Dean died Friday at South Pointe Hospital in Warrensville Heights following a brief illness. She was born in Continue » Jennings still in running for grantLocal News (546 words)
FORT JENNINGS – Mayor Jim Smith will attend a meeting on Thursday in Ottawa to learn if Fort Jennings is in the running for a Continue » Amish CookLocal News (674 words)
It is a cold, rainy October morning with the temperature down to 47. A brisk wind is blowing making it feel colder than that, though. Last Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Thomas Cross. Congratulations Thomas! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Cynthia Harlan. Congratulations Cynthia! Delphos Relay, Herald win awardsLocal News (494 words)
DELPHOS – Delphos Relay for Life chairs attended a recent Relay University and brought home two awards: The Relay for Life Research Award for the Delphos Continue » October 19th, 2007 Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kyle Staup. Congratulations Kyle! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Jordan Moreo. Congratulations Jordan! Jays, Cardinals look for positivesSports (798 words)
NEW BREMEN — St. John’s and New Bremen have had their share of woes on the gridiron in the 2007 campaign. One of them will at Continue » M. Mildred CoffmanFor the Record (224 words)
Aug. 21, 1916 - Oct. 15, 2007 M. Mildred Coffman, 91, formerly of rural Spencerville, died 8:15 a.m. Monday at Colonial Nursing Center, Rockford, where she Continue » ’Cats facing pass-happy ’DogsSports (875 words)
DELPHOS — It doesn’t matter to Jefferson head football coach Damon Ulm that prolific passer Zac Dysert (broken hand) will miss his team’s Northwest Conference Continue » Fairgrounds to host auto parts swapLocal News (59 words)
The Rinaldi Auto Parts 2007 Fall Edition Swap Meet, Trade Show and Auction will take place from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and from 8 a.m.-3 Continue » Jefferson boosters plan ‘red out’Local News (40 words)
Jefferson Athletic Boosters are planning a “red out” for Friday’s home varsity game against Ada at Stadium Park. Wildcat fans are asked to wear as much Continue » For the Record (72 words)
A boy, Austin Hayes, was born Oct. 14 to Dustin and Kim Hostetler of  Wooster. He weighed 8 pounds, 10 1/2 ounces and was 20 1/2 Continue » St. John’s annual festival kicks off with children’s eventsLocal News (70 words)
Students and parents filled the Bob A. Arnzen Gymnasium at St. John’s Wednesday for the annual Fall Children’s Festival despite school being canceled for the Continue » October 20th, 2007 Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Samantha Miller. Congratulations Samantha! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Justin Stewart. Congratulations Justin! Pirates hold on to oust Musketeer girlsSports (721 words)
OTTOVILLE — Using a strong south wind to their advantage the first half, Continental took a 2-0 lead into the break. The Lady Pirates then held Continue » Ruth M. MillerFor the Record (168 words)
Jan. 29, 1926 - Oct. 18, 2007 Ruth M. Miller, 81, of Delphos, died at 3:40 a.m. Thursday at the Laurels of Shane Hill Nursing Home Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (201 words)
DEAR EDITOR: I am writing in support of your vote for Kim Ann Elwer for Marion Township fiscal officer. I have worked with Kim for two Continue » From the Vantage PointLocal News (558 words)
All recipes list ingredients. Does your “recipe for success” include Vantage? The Cup and Saucer Restaurant at Vantage serves as the learning lab for students Continue » John MenkeFor the Record (21 words)
John Menke, 53, died at 7:55 p.m. Thursday at his daughter’s residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Letter to the EditorFor the Record (161 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Due to the unexpected death of our fine U.S. Congressman Paul Gillmor, we find ourselves looking for someone to take his place to represent Continue » John A. PelaskyFor the Record (163 words, 2 responses)
Oct. 9, 1941 - Oct. 18, 2007 John A. Pelasky, 66, of Delphos, died at 6:40 a.m. Thursday at Vancrest Rehabilitation Center. He was born Oct. 9, Continue » Joseph B. DavisFor the Record (33 words)
Joseph B. Davis, 64, of New Knoxville and formerly of Spencerville, died at 1:50 p.m. Thursday at Roselawn Manor Nursing Home in Spencerville. Funeral arrangements are Continue » Ottoville boys bop ContinentalSports (547 words)
KALIDA — One thing that you can count on when facing the Ottoville boys soccer team is that you are either going to have to Continue » Golden Bears dispel Lady Green in soccerSports (593 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald OTTOVILLE — Bryan was the top seed at the Ottoville Division II girls soccer sectional. The host Lady Green found out why Continue » Paul and Denise CameronFor the Record (30 words)
A girl, Ella McConnell, was  born Oct. 18 at Mercy Hospital, Portland, Maine, to Paul and Denise Cameron. Grandparents are Bob and Sue Trentman of Delphos Continue » Fall Festival marks 95th yearLocal News (568 words)
DELPHOS —  What do you get when have 3,176 pounds of chicken, 1,090 pounds of beef, 5,280 cookies, 9,600 containers of cole slaw and cranberry Continue » Payne sponsoring tournament, clinicSports (140 words)
The Payne Softball League and the Payne Ball Association are sponsoring a co-ed pumpkin ball softball tournament Oct. 26-27 at the Payne Community Park. For more Continue » Mildred L. KoenigFor the Record (77 words)
April 28, 1919 - Oct. 18, 2007 Mildred L. Koenig, 88, of Spencerville, died at 9:25 a.m. Thursday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born April Continue » October 21st, 2007 Vacuum purchased for area fire departmentsLocal News (283 words, 1 response)
Four neighboring fire departments of the county joined together to purchase a special piece of equipment to be shared by all. Ottoville, Kalida, Fort Jennings and Continue » October 22nd, 2007 Local man guarded 38th Parallel during Korean WarLocal News (955 words)
DELPHOS — While various sacrifices are made by men and women in uniform, one local man left a newly-married heart at home with his wife Continue » Wildcats down air-happy AdaSports (704 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — On a windy night in Delphos, the Jefferson Wildcats were looking for a big win over the Ada Bulldogs. Although Continue » John E. MenkeFor the Record (236 words, 3 responses)
May 28, 1954 Oct. 18, 2007 John E. Menke, 53, of Middle Point died at 7:55 p.m. Thursday at his daughter’s residence. He was born May 28, 1954, Continue » Cardinals upend Jays in MAC grid clashSports (760 words)
NEW BREMEN — St. John’s scored first in its Midwest Athletic Conference clash Friday night at Cardinal Stadium in New Bremen. The host Cardinals then took Continue » This and ThatLocal News (805 words)
Just recently PBS television ran a special called “The War.” It was an eye-opener to those who didn’t have someone serving in the U.S. Armed