November 1st, 2007 Have Browns turned the proverbial corner?Sports (761 words)
Could it be Braylon Edwards finally “gets it”? He apologized to his Cleveland Browns’ teammates after his 15-yard penalty late against the St. Louis “Whatever happened Continue » Klein earns ChristySports (118 words)
The Delphos Herald Senior Dillon Klein received the Christy Award during Tuesday night’s Jefferson golf banquet at the Eagles. The lone senior on the team also was Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Ally Mohler. Congratulations Ally! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Cade Bevington. Congratulations Cade! Group announces dance scheduleLocal News (54 words)
The Springbrook Gardens Dance Club will hold the following dance schedule: Nov. 3 and 17 and Dec. 1, 15 and 31. All dances feature live Continue » Library offers ‘quilting bee’Local News (54 words)
Delphos Public Library will present a “quilting bee” for children in grades 3-6 from 4-5 p.m. Nov. 13. Those participating will learn fabric crafts and Continue » Ottoville voters face school Emergency Levy RenewalLocal News (338 words)
OTTOVILLE — Voters in the Ottoville Local Schools District will vote on a 3-mill Emergency Renewal Continue » School hopes to continue good relationship with votersLocal News (383 words)
SPENCERVILLE — With a history of warm relations between the school district here and its voters, those who turn out Tuesday to cast their ballots Continue » Craft show to be held SaturdayLocal News (62 words)
The Ottoville Altar Rosary Society will hold a craft show from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday at the Ottoville Parish Center with more than 50 Continue » For the Record (28 words)
St. Rita’s Medical Center A boy was born Oct. 29 to Lisa and Dale Petersen of Elida. A boy was born Oct. 30 to Alissa and Shawn Continue » Joseph StallkampFor the Record (238 words, 1 response)
May 14, 1920 - Oct. 28, 2007 Joseph Stallkamp, 87, of Delphos died at 8:55 p.m. Sunday at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born May 14, 1920, Continue » Yvonne GermannFor the Record (209 words)
May 8, 1925 - Oct. 30, 2007 Yvonne Germann, 82, of rural Van Wert, died at 3:15 a.m. Tuesday at Hearth and Home of Van Wert. She Continue » November 2nd, 2007 Adopting parents to be honoredLocal News (77 words)
The Special Services Department of Allen County Children Services will honor November as National Adoption Awareness Month with a luncheon at 11 a.m. Saturday at Continue » Dale C. PlikerdFor the Record (285 words)
Jan. 25, 1916 - Oct. 30, 2007 Dale C. Plikerd, 91, of rural Delphos died at 8:54 p.m. Oct. 30 at St. Rita’s Medical Center following Continue » Jeremy A. LouthFor the Record (177 words)
Nov. 10, 1978 - Oct. 30, 2007 Jeremy A. Louth, 28, died Oct. 30 of a sudden illness at his home in Spencerville. He was born Nov. Continue » Ricker, Metzger to be re-elected to Jennings school boardLocal News (224 words)
FORT JENNINGS — When the state board of education releases Jennings Local School District’s annual report card, the numbers are typically high in relation to Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Alyssa Pohlman. Congratulations Alyssa! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Seth Wollenhaupt. Congratulations Seth! K of C planning Thanksgiving Day dinnerLocal News (44 words)
The Knights of Columbus is busy preparing for its annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner for shut-ins and people in need. Meals can be eaten at the K Continue » Bingo for LifeLocal News (51 words)
The Delphos Herald Relay for Life Bingo will take place at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the St. John’s Annex. Doors open at noon with Continue » Two unopposed for city school board seatsLocal News (218 words)
Two Delphos City School District residents are unopposed for two seats on the school board Tuesday. Ronald Ebbeskotte has previously served on the school board, from Continue » Bonetha Louise WilliamsFor the Record (95 words)
Feb. 16, 1911 - Oct. 30, 2007 Bonetha Louise Williams, 96, formerly of Frankfort, Ind., died at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Vincent Hospice in Indianapolis. She Continue » Elwer namedSports (106 words)
Delphos resident Denny Elwer was recently inducted as the first member of the University of Northwestern Ohio hall of fame. He was awarded a plaque Continue » 3 eye two seats on school boardLocal News (481 words)
OTTOVILLE —     Three Ottoville Local Schools District residents will battle for two seats on the school board Tuesday. Incumbent Sue Bendele and newcomers Kathy Wurst Continue » Encore Theatre to present ‘Dear Edwina Jr.’Local News (268 words)
The Encore Theatre stage will host the McDonald’s Youth Theatre Production “Dear Edwina Jr.,” book and Lyrics by Marcy Heister, music by Zina Goldrich, from Continue » Halloween time in DelphosLocal News (39 words)
Mason Cooper gets some treats from a resident at Vancrest Health Care Center. The local center was just one of many places haunted by goblins Continue » November 3rd, 2007 Resident discovers odd pumpkinLocal News (73 words)
Two pumpkins attached together with one stem was grown by Ross Ladd of rural Delphos. He discovered the pumpkins when he harvested this year's crop Continue » Five eye fiscal officer for Marion TownshipLocal News (604 words)
By Mary M. Grothouse Five Marion Township residents have thrown their hat in the ring for fiscal officer. Voters will decide on Douglas Ditto, Karen Elwer, Kim Continue » 2 vie for unexpired township trustee seatLocal News (168 words)
By Mary M. Grothouse Two candidates will vie for the unexpired Washington Township Trustee term left by the late Gip Pohlman in April 2006. Tom Oden-weller has Continue » Church changes festival locationLocal News (79 words)
Due to flood damage at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Ottawa, the church fall festival will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 4 Continue » Four try for Washington Township trustee seatLocal News (406 words)
By Mary M. Grothouse Four Washington Township residents are vying for a trustee seat. Dean Bowersock is running for the position of township trustee. As a resident Continue » Milton T. HoakFor the Record (24 words, 2 responses)
Milton T. Hoak, 76, died at 5:40 a.m. today at Vancrest Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Five area girls preparing for Scioto DownsSports (913 words)
COLUMBUS — Two girls will be in their final high school cross country races on the biggest stage of all in Ohio. Three others will have Continue » Vantage PointLocal News (266 words)
The Vantage senior carpentry class is hard at work building the 2007-08 construction project house. Vantage carpentry students have built over thirty different and unique Continue » Students rewarded for raising fundsLocal News (87 words)
Tyler and Ryan Shumaker got a chance to duke it out during Thursday's Reward Day at St. John's Elementary School. Principal Teresa Kemman arranged the Continue » November 5th, 2007 Delphos Mohawks 2007Sports (173 words)
Delphos Mohawks 2007 The 2007 Delphos Mohawks, who will be playing the Elida Rebels in Sunday’s Tri-County Midget Football Championship game at Elida, consist of, front Continue » Delphos Vikings 2007Sports (180 words, 2 responses)
Delphos Vikings 2007 The 2007 edition of the Delphos Vikings midget football team has, front row, left to right, Jordan Wilhelm, Nick Bockey, Tyler Kline, Joshua Continue » Shooting death near KossuthLocal News (109 words)
The Auglaize County Sheriffs office is investigating the shooting death of Daniel R. King, 23, of Lima at 4:20 a.m. in rural Auglaize County near Continue » This and ThatLocal News (242 words)
Where have all the bridges gone? The old iron bridges over rivers and creeks in Ohio are rapidly disappearing. One of my favorites, the bridge Continue » Library to accept food instead of overdue book finesLocal News (1720 words)
Beginning November 26 and running through December 29, the library will once again be conducting the “Food for Fines” project. Patrons returning overdue library materials Continue » On the other handFor the Record (323 words)
Well, the sugar rush is in full swing now and Halloween is over. However, will we truly turn our attention toward the next holiday or Continue » Milton “Tom” HoakFor the Record (207 words)
Jan. 9, 1931 — Nov. 2, 2007 Milton “Tom” Hoak, 76, of Delphos, died at 5:40 a.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center. He was born Jan. Continue » Three vie for Elida mayorLocal News (1229 words)
ELIDA — As the Village of Elida faces a water tower project and other issues related to infrastructure, what voters do at the ballot Tuesday Continue » Local visit first trip to U.S. for German studentLocal News (637 words)
DELPHOS — While the Red Sox relish finishing the baseball season in first place, a visiting German student to Delphos is also enjoying her own Continue » Candidates vie in primary to succeed GillmorLocal News (1746 words)
Due to the untimely death of Congressman Paul Gillmor on Sept. 5, Fifth Congressional District voters will decide party nominations in a special primary Tuesday. Continue » November 6th, 2007 Jaeger/MiehlsLifestyles (166 words)
Andrea Lynn Jaeger and Scott Michael Miehls were united in marriage Aug. 11 in Wolfenbuttel Park in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The bride is the daughter of Douglas Continue » Carmelita Esther MillsFor the Record (78 words)
Nov. 22, 1922 - Nov. 3, 2007 Carmelita Esther Mills, 85, of Lakeview, died at 6:05 pm Friday at Lima Convalescent home. She was born Nov. 22, Continue » Thitoff/AltenburgerLifestyles (205 words)
Wendy Thitoff and Brian Altenburger were united in marriage June 23 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Mel Verhoff officiating. The bride is Continue » Lions hold annual pancake dayLocal News (32 words)
Kelly Ricker holds her son, Cody, while Jacob finishes up his breakfast at the Lions Pancake and Sausage Day held Saturday at Jefferson High School. Fischer/GoeckeLifestyles (218 words)
Sara Marie Fischer and Daniel Lee Goecke were united in marriage July 14 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. George Maramkandom officiating. The Continue » Health screenings to be offeredLocal News (59 words)
Life Line Screening will offer screenings beginning at 10 a.m. Nov. 27 at St. Peter Lutheran Church. Screenings will test for blocked carotid arteries, abdominal Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Lindsey Warnecke. Congratulations Lindsey! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Matthew Waldick. Congratulations Matthew! Veterans to hold service on holidayLocal News (82 words)
The veterans council will hold a Veterans Day observance Sunday at 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park at Fifth & Main streets. The program Continue » Siefker, Honigford all-OhioSports (911 words)
COLUMBUS — For one, it was her first race at Scioto Downs. For the other, it was her swan song there. Ottoville freshman Shayla Siefker made her Continue » Mohawks knock off Rebels for titleSports (985 words, 2 responses)
ELIDA — Unbeaten Elida came into Sunday’s Tri-County Midget Football Association championship game as a juggernaut, especially playing on their home turf, Kraft Memorial Stadium. The Continue » Vaughn plays for firefightersLocal News (348 words)
DELPHOS — Not only did Delphos have a chance to hear a great band making music Saturday night at Johnny A’s, a good share Continue » November 7th, 2007 Hockey ministry to startSports (245 words)
Rob Kriegel, 702 Spencerville Rd., Delphos, was the winner of The Herald’s football contest for the games of Nov. 2-4. See Monday’s Herald for another contest. Hockey Continue » IT WAS NEWS THENLocal News (701 words)
One Year Ago • The Delphos Mohawks won the 2006 Tri-County Midget Football Association championship Sunday with a 38-0 crushing of the Wapak Warriors. Members of Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kody White. Congratulations Kody! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Dustin Nye. Congratulations Dustin! Midwest Electric members donate $13,075 to causesLocal News (250 words)
Members of Midwest Electric, Inc., recently donated $13,075 to nine west-central Ohio charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Community Connection Fund. Since the program began Continue » Trojans, Reynolds seek to restore program’s traditionSports (480 words)
By JAYSON BUSSA Chronicle Tribune UPLAND — The 2007-08 Taylor men’s basketball team has many goals for the upcoming season, the most important of which is quite Continue » Poll workers busy todayLocal News (51 words)
Poll worker Frances Grothouse checks Gene Bryan’s driver’s license today before he votes. Area voters will decide on the Delphos mayor’s race, Council-at-Large, Elida mayor, Continue » November 8th, 2007 Amish CookLocal News (693 words)
By LOVINA EICHER We are now well into November. Today is brother-in-law Jacob's 35th birthday. We plan to go there tonight in honor of his birthday. Continue » Incumbents, Martz win council-at-large seatsLocal News (385 words)
DELPHOS — Two incumbents, Dave Eickholt and Kevin Osting, and newcomer Joseph Martz edged out Jerry Neumeier and Todd Altman for three open Delphos council-at-large Continue » Bowersock, Trentman trusteesLocal News (152 words)
In the four-way race for Washington Township trustee position, Dean Bowersock was the official winner with 229 votes, 34.91 percent. Barry Coil received 83 votes, Continue » 2007 General Election NumbersLocal News (122 words)
2007 GENERAL ELECTION Delphos Mayor Mike Gallmeier 1,375 Clayton Osting 645 Delphos Council-at-Large (vote for 3) Dave Eickholt 1,192 Kevin Osting 1,101 Joseph Martz 1,057 Jerry Neumeier 881 Todd Altman 482 Elida Mayor Dennis Swick 226 Ron Continue » Kimmet Marion fiscal officerLocal News (63 words, 1 response)
Bob Kimmet was the winner of the fiscal officer position in Marion Township Tuesday, receiving 783 votes for 42.55 percent,  beating out Debra Fischer. Doug Continue » St. John’s CYO runners-upSports (71 words)
The St. John’s fifth-grade CYO volleyball team finished second in the regular season and in the tournament to Celina Immaculate Conception. Members of the team Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (721 words)
Is Notre Dame guilty of racism? I think that is the question on many people’s minds when you consider that apparently, the Fighting Irish powers-that-be aren’t Continue » Scott and Kristi HagemanFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Nov. 6 to Scott and Kristi Hageman of Delphos. Gallmeier next Delphos MayorLocal News (608 words)
DELPHOS — Councilman-at-Large Michael Gallmeier will be changing hats come January. Gallmeier has won the vote for Delphos mayor. “I am just thrilled to become the next Continue » November 9th, 2007 Members earn American FFA DegreesLocal News (1192 words)
Trentman Alan Trentman received his American FFA Degree at the National FFA Convention. He is the son of Bob and Deb Trentman of rural Delphos. Trentman has Continue » Hockey ministry to start SaturdaySports (70 words)
Wings ‘N’ Wheels, the area’s largest winter roller hockey league, is holding an informational meeting at 7 p.m. tonight at the Grace Missionary Church gymnasium, Continue » Relay team offers portrait sessionLocal News (88 words)
The First Financial Bank Relay team, along with Olan Mills, will offer a special portrait session for $10 with all proceeds going to the 2008 Continue » For the Record (108 words)
A boy weighing 7 pounds, 13 ounces, was born Oct. 18 to John and Kirsten Marihugh at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus. Grandparents are Mr. and Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Tyler Kroeger. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Kaitlyn Berelsman. CWU shares in ‘World Community Day’Local News (282 words)
Church Women United participated in World Community Day Nov. 2 at St. John’s. The theme for the workshop service was “Under God’s tent: embracing justice.” World Continue » November 10th, 2007 St. John’s Hall of Fame induction set for Nov. 25Local News (108 words)
The fourth annual Delphos St. John’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held Nov. 25 in the All Saints Building. This year’s class of inductees Continue » Jackson Street sewer project to begin MondayLocal News (94 words)
The Delphos Street Maintenance Department will start the Jackson Street storm sewer project on Monday. The immediately affected areas will include East Second Street, Elida Avenue, Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Tracy Mueller. Congratulations Tracy! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Taylor Hesseling. Congratulations Taylor! Dick DickmanFor the Record (18 words)
Dick Dickman of Delphos died Thursday evening at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. From the Vantage PointLocal News (354 words)
The Network Systems program at Vantage provides students with the opportunity to work on state-of-the-art equipment so they can stay on the leading edge of Continue » Sarah Jane wins Vancrest scarecrow contestLocal News (83 words)
   Barb Brotherwood, left, and Deb Fischer of Vancrest Health Care Center present coupons for a pizza party to Ginnie Hellman and Cathy Brinkman of Continue » November 12th, 2007 Letters from LarryFor the Record (519 words, 2 responses)
By Larry Baum Hi, I am Larry Baum. I have lived and worked in Delphos for two years now. Call me a resident, call me an inhabitant, Continue » This and ThatLocal News (355 words)
My friend, Chris and I went on a road trip Monday, in search of ghost towns, old iron bridges and buildings. The autumn weather was really Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (231 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 » St. John’s High School class of 1957 reunitesLocal News (222 words)
Fifty two members of Delphos St. John’s Class of 1957 met Oct. 13 at the Eagles Lodge to commemorate the 50th anniversary of their graduation. Continue » School StuffLocal News (506 words)
“Maybe I’m Amazed” at the way technology changes all the time. (Another beauty of a hit from the persuasive musical communication artist Sir Paul McCartney Continue » Poinsettias for shoes, bootsLocal News (102 words)
Mandy Wiltsie, left, and Meghan Baldauf of the Phi Delta Sorority recently launched their 17th annual poinsettia sale and orders may be placed through Nov. Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (479 words)
Today’s answers to the Speak Out question were a bit telling. Most people think that the Christmas spirit is forced upon us a bit too Continue » Church replaces windowsLocal News (247 words)
DELPHOS — After beginning its renovation project in 1996 with interior painting and a new steeple, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is now replacing 130-year-old stained Continue » Dick L. DickmanFor the Record (263 words)
May 1, 1943 - Nov. 8, 2007 Dick L. Dickman, 64, of Delphos, died at 10:11 p.m. Thursday at his residence. He was born May 1, 1943, Continue » November 13th, 2007 Mr. and Mrs. Jerome BurgeiLocal News (80 words)
Jerome and Elizabeth (Pohlman) Burgei of Delphos celebrated 50 years of marriage with a family dinner on Sept. 15. The couple were married Sept. 14, 1956, Continue » Church praises veteransLocal News (157 words)
The congregation at Delphos Wesleyan Church honored all veterans Sunday as part of their worship service. A “Wall of Honor” (right) was displayed with the Continue » VW-Area grid Stars announcedSports (1005 words, 1 response)
For The Delphos Herald VAN WERT — With the end of the 2007 high school football regular season, it’s time again to recognize the outstanding players Continue » Thompson/JohnsonFor the Record (15 words)
A girl was born Nov. 8 to Jessica Thompson and Kody Johnson of Van Wert. Delores M. PickerFor the Record (182 words)
March 3, 1932 - Nov. 10, 2007 Delores M. Picker, 75, of Delphos, died at 12:28 p.m. Saturday. She was born March 3, 1932, in Lima, to Continue » Stocklin/KrogmanFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born Nov. 8 to Jessica Stocklin and Dusty Krogman of Delphos. Mr. and Mrs. Mike HewitLifestyles (236 words)
Kim Kleman and Mike Hewit were united in marriage Aug. 11 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Mel Verhoff officiating. The bride is Continue » Local gymnast places first All AroundSports (53 words)
Delphos gymnast Kelsey Martz competed for GymStars, U.S.A., at the Winter Invitational held in Tipp City on Saturday. Martz placed first All Around with a Continue » Registration for Dec. 11 election closes TuesdayLocal News (137 words)
The Van Wert County Board of Elections has announced that the close of registration for the Dec. 11 General Election is 9 p.m. Tuesday. The Board Continue » Council honors local veteransLocal News (321 words)
DELPHOS — A little rain didn’t stop the Delphos Veterans Council from observing Veterans Day Sunday. The ceremony was moved up a half hour Continue » November 14th, 2007 Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kaitlynn Myers. Congratulations Kaitlynn! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Brooke Teman. Congratulations Brooke! Blue Jays honor girls soccer playersSports (181 words)
For The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Four St. John’s girls soccer players received special recognition recently at the team’s annual season-ending banquet. Junior Victoria Recker was named Continue » Elida FFA earns Three Star Chapter AwardLocal News (399 words)
Members of the Elida FFA Chapter recently attended the 80th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, where they were recognized as one of the Star chapters Continue » Ulm begins training fourth guide dogLocal News (682 words)
DELPHOS — After finding he was “not a good cane-traveler,” local radio news director and public official Bob Ulm began using guide dogs in 1975. Continue » Melinda S. “Mindy” LaufFor the Record (206 words)
June 21, 1980 - Nov. 12, 2007 Melinda S. “Mindy” Lauf, 27, of Delphos died 11 a.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born June Continue » School board to get raise in 2010Local News (525 words)
DELPHOS — School board members will receive a raise in pay beginning in 2010 after a 3-1 vote in favor of the increase passed at Continue » Bret and Michelle RobersonFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Nov. 11 to Bret and Michelle Roberson of Delphos. Delphos Wesleyan Church erects new sign, buys vanLocal News (97 words)
The Delphos Wesleyan Church congregation dedicated its new church sign and 15-passenger van Sunday. The sign’s design was a vision and a combination of many Continue » Postal Museum to unveil new WW II exhibitLocal News (487 words)
DELPHOS — Former Delphos Postmaster Gary Levitt had a dream he wanted to fulfill but it wasn’t until he retired that he was able to Continue » November 15th, 2007 Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (1042 words)
I received some response to my comments on Notre Dame last week and it seemed to bring out some misconceptions. I wrote that the way the Continue » Richard J. KlausingFor the Record (19 words)
Richard J. Klausing, 79, of Delphos, died Wednesday at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Franklin Elementary holding book saleLocal News (64 words)
Drew Reiss, left, Kaitlynn Jones and Sarah Vogt were shoppers at the Franklin Book Sale Tuesday, while student council leaders Gage Rossman and Desteni Lear Continue » Tree removal, trimming leaves some streets bareLocal News (440 words)
DELPHOS — In addition to the Streetscape project and Fifth Street paving by the state, crews contracted to remove and trim trees have added to Continue » City’s health coverage up 7%Local News (548 words)
DELPHOS — The city’s cost for health coverage will increase by seven percent in 2008. Council members meeting Tuesday approved a contract with King Agency for Continue » Optimist volleyball tournament winnersLocal News (195 words)
The Delphos Optimist Club held its second annual fifth- and sixth-grade volleyball tournament Nov. 3-5 at St. John’s. In addition to the teams participating, over Continue » Business Journal honors first ‘20 under 40’Local News (186 words)
The Business Journal of West Central Ohio recently honored 20 business owners and/or managers under the age 40 for their accomplishments and contributions to their Continue » Children learn quilting skillsLocal News (71 words)
Brandy White and other children made a puffy paint quilt block during a quilting bee held Tuesday afternoon at the Delphos Public Library. Children’s librarian Continue » Amish CookLocal News (802 words)
Part of our old house is now torn down. Last Friday Joe and my brother-in-law Jacob worked hard to get the windows out, the chimney Continue » Arthur E. SwickrathFor the Record (90 words, 2 responses)
March 17, 1913 - Nov. 13, 2007 Arthur E. Swickrath, 94, of Spencerville, died Tuesday morning at his residence. He was born March 17, 1913, in Lima, Continue » Group building Microtel in DelphosLocal News (301 words)
DELPHOS — After several years of preparation, the newest addition to Delphos will be a Microtel Inn and Suites at 480 Moxie Lane, a quarter-mile 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 Braytan Kruse. Congratulations Braytan! November 16th, 2007 Honor RollsLocal News (715 words)
Franklin Elementary School First grade Citizenship Award Seth Brinkman, Chadler Coil, Brianna Day, Blake Glossett, Katlyn Schuerman, August Wurst, Isiah Clay, Kayla Hefner, Seth Hernandez, Katlynn Scheer, Seth Continue » Richard J. KlausingFor the Record (229 words)
Sept. 27, 1929 - Nov. 14, 2007 Richard J. Klausing, 78, of Delphos, died at 5:24 a.m. Wednesday at his residence. He was born Sept. 27, 1929, Continue » St. John’s Hall of Fame induction set for Nov. 25Local News (106 words)
The fourth annual St. John’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held Nov. 25 in the All Saints building. This year’s class of inductees include: Continue » Doug and Michele MartzFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born Nov. 13 to Doug and Michele Martz of Fort Jennings. Scott and Erin NethFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Nov. 14 to Scott and Erin Neth of Elida. Simon SharpFor the Record (79 words)
Simon Sharp, 16, died Wednesday afternoon from  leukemia while in hospice. He is the son of Peter and Tamar (Gressel) Sharp and the grandson of Betty Continue » Ryan & Nichole ConleyLocal News (13 words)
A girl was born Nov. 14 to Ryan and Nicole Conley of Delphos. Jefferson National Honor Society inducts 23Local News (383 words)
The Jefferson High School chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 23 members Wednesday evening. They include, front from left, Katie Duer, daughter of Troy Continue » Northwest All DistrictSports (1116 words)
The Associated Press DIVISION IV First Team Offense: Receivers—Chase Munoz, Fostoria, 5-7, 165, sr.; Ryan Geier, Coldwater, 6-2, 186, sr.; Luke Bellman, Ottawa-Glandorf, 6-1, 170, sr. Linemen—Jeff Chambers, Continue » Alice I. WorkmanFor the Record (57 words)
Alice I. Workman, 89 of Delphos died at 3:40 p.m.  Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. Monday, Continue » Optimist volleyball tournamentSports (83 words)
The Lima St. Rose CYO team of Casey Clark, Morgan Crawford, Terra Hunter, Imani Dillard, Haley Logan, Shelby Donnley, Alexis Daniel, Emily Alderman and Continue » Lisk to speak at chamber seminarLocal News (128 words)
The Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce will welcome Dr. Thom A. Lisk, business owner, award winner and author of five books, to head its fourth-quarter Continue » November 17th, 2007 Alice Irene WorkmanFor the Record (223 words)
April 27, 1918 - Nov. 14, 2007 Alice Irene Workman, 89 of Delphos, died 3:40 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born April 27, Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Tricia Warnecke. Congratulations Tricia! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Abigayl Vangrootheest. Congratulations Abigayl! Jennings addresses bullying issueLocal News (491 words)
FORT JENNINGS — In compliance with state law set forth by the Ohio Department of Education, school officials here recently created a committee of parents Continue » Optimist volleyball tournamentLocal News (121 words)
The Northwest Ohio Volleyball team of Taylor Doidge, Kirsten Hicks, Ashley McClure, Claire Gamble, Kelsey Mohr, Amanda Conlin, Sydney Dull and coaches Di Hicks Continue » From the Vantage PointLocal News (279 words)
Children are often asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Nearly 700 eighth graders from area schools got to take a peek Continue » Greg & Kelly VonderembseFor the Record (14 words)
A girl was born Nov. 14 to Greg and Kelly Vonderembse of Fort Jennings. Simon Alexander SharpFor the Record (233 words, 2 responses)
Jan. 7, 1992 - Nov. 14, 2007 Simon Alexander Sharp, 15, of Jackson, Miss., died Wednesday, at home, after a 16-month battle with leukemia. Simon was born Continue » Well-traveled German student visits DelphosLocal News (688 words)
DELPHOS — For visiting German student Jasmin Dieding, Delphos is more than just another stamp in her passport. She’s found a home away from home Continue » November 19th, 2007 A Salute to your VeteransLocal News (661 words)
DELPHOS — After World War II, Communism posed a perilous threat to all of Europe. One local man was sent to the Italian port city Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (286 words)
Kasey is a 5-year-old Rott/Shepherd mix. She knows sit, enjoys playing fetch and is housebroken. She is a little head strong but would be great Continue » Letters from LarryFor the Record (419 words, 2 responses)
Aging is a process. Witness adult on-set diabetes, please, a condition I happen to possess. My body’s cells don’t metabolize sugar at its youthful vigorous level Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (485 words)
This week’s Speak Out question was “What is your favorite part of Thanksgiving?” It was posed to first-graders. Most of the little nippers thought that food Continue » Delores M. PickerFor the Record (146 words)
March 3, 1932 - Nov. 10, 2007 Delores M. Picker, 75, of Delphos, died at 12:28 p.m. on Nov. 10. She was born March 3, 1932, in Continue » Windows to the PastLocal News (2117 words)
Perfects Engine Burning Kerosene The following item taken from the Ohio State Journal, pertains to a former Delphos man, Mr. C. Bruce Hardman. He was formerly connected Continue » Safety Pup encourages students to be safeLocal News (73 words)
Lauren Grothaus, a Landeck student, helps Safety Pup and Jim Spigel with National Child Safety Council teach students about safety for children. The program, dealing Continue » Lincolnview project winterizedLocal News (461 words)
MIDDLE POINT — With voter support and extensive planning being implemented, construction continues near Middle Point on a new junior high and high school for Continue » November 20th, 2007 Library plans Christmas craftsLocal News (47 words)
Jennifer Salazr will present a Christmas crafts program from 1-3 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Delphos Public Library. The program is free and all supplies will Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (398 words)
Wildkittens rally by Jays; LadyCats belt ’Dawgs BATH TOWNSHIP — St. John’s built a double-digit lead at some points of Saturday night’s finals of the fourth annual Continue » Merlin James WillFor the Record (199 words)
May 1, 1925 Nov. 16, 2007 Merlin James Will, 82, formerly of Delphos, died Friday in Arlington, Texas. He was born on May 1, 1925, to Hilary and Continue » Ervin W. BaerFor the Record (97 words)
July 7, 1929 - Nov. 16, 2007 Ervin W. Baer, 78, of rural Spencerville, died at 10:30 a.m. Friday at his residence. He was born July 7, Continue » St. John’s alumni band to practiceLocal News (41 words)
St. John’s Alumni Band will meet for practice for the girls basketball games at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Nov. 28 in the school’s band room. All Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Juliette Bonifas. Congratulations Juliette! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Jacob Sterling. Congratulations Jacob! Basista’s work at ArtSpaceLocal News (152 words)
ArtSpace/Lima will open their new photography exhibition, “Natural Perspectives”, featuring the work of Beth Basista from Saturday through Dec. 22 in the second-floor gallery. This exhibition Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Steven RoessnerLifestyles (314 words)
Emily Nicole Rekart and Steven Michael Roessner were united in marriage Sept. 1 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Mel Verhoff officiating. The Continue » Habitat dedicates second houseLocal News (266 words)
DELPHOS — With one project already completed and plans for a third underway, Habitat for Humanity - Lima, Inc., dedicated its second home in Delphos Continue » For the Record (62 words)
A girl, Celia Marie, was born November 17 to Chad and Cori Schulte at Hendrick’s Regional Hospital, Indian-apolis. Grandparents are Peggy and Gerry Kill, Dublin and Continue » Lady ’Cats outshoot ArchersSports (740 words)
DELPHOS — In the preseason, long-time Jefferson assistant girls basketball varsity coach Jamie Lewis expressed no hurry in getting a head coaching position. He didn’t have Continue » Jefferson choir offering raffleLocal News (50 words)
Jefferson choir students are selling raffle tickets to raise money for upcoming trips. More than 30 prizes donated by area businesses will be given away. Tickets are Continue » Postal Museum opensLocal News (639 words)
DELPHOS — Former Delphos Postmaster Gary Levitt fulfilled his dream of gathering and displaying memorabilia relating to the philatelic aspects of the Holocaust and World Continue » November 21st, 2007 Delphos FFA wins District Food Science ContestLocal News (141 words)
Abby Van Grootheest, Trina Pohlman, Lauren Schnipke and Lexy Mohler  recently competed in the District 4 Food Science and Technology Career Development Event. The team members Continue » Health Dept. offers flu shotsLocal News (66 words)
The Allen County Health Department has announced the flu shot clinic schedule for the 2007-08 season: • 3-5 p.m. Nov. 27 at Zion Lutheran Church; and • Continue » 20 years of reflection and celebrationLocal News (723 words)
My husband and I are celebrating our twentieth anniversary, not as spouses, but as partners and owners of Delphos Animal Hospital. Time truly does fly Continue » Carl E. GerdemanFor the Record (260 words)
May 2, 1918 Nov. 18, 2007 Carl E. Gerdeman, 89, of Delphos, died at 8:20 p.m. Sunday at Vancrest Health Care Center in Delphos. He was born May Continue » Ottoville looking at ‘land lab’Local News (425 words)
OTTOVILLE — A portion of the district campus at Ottoville Local Schools may soon become a “land lab” for studying ecology and environmental issues. A letter Continue » K of C to host karaoke contestLocal News (76 words)
The Delphos Knights of Columbus will sponsor a karaoke contest on Friday with cash prizes. Open mike is from 6-8 p.m. with the contest beginning at Continue » For the Record (56 words)
A boy, John Arthur, was born on Nov. 7 at Riverside Hospital to Andrew and Jessica Schimmoeller. He weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces and was welcomed Continue » Jefferson booster sale ongoingSports (99 words)
Jefferson students and fans model the 2007-08 athletic booster clothing line on sale now. At Delphos Sporting Goods, one will find a selection on display Continue » Forester addresses local tree issuesLocal News (679 words, 1 response)
DELPHOS — As a major tree maintenance program is carried out by the city and American Electric Power, many residents have questions concerning trees located Continue » November 22nd, 2007 Rounding third for last timeSports (872 words)
By Jim Metcalfe and Dave Boninsegna This column is a bit of a departure for me. I have asked Dave to write a reflection on the Continue » LETTER TO EDITORFor the Record (125 words, 1 response)
DEAR EDITOR: I would like to take this time to specifically thank everyone who supported the Delphos Optimist Volleyball tournament held Nov. 3-5. We had 17 teams Continue » Water report urges Jennings to build village systemLocal News (691 words)
FORT JENNINGS — After receiving a much-awaited water supply study from Poggemeyer Design Group of Defiance, Jennings Village Council has numerous choices to make to Continue » Jefferson scalps ApachesSports (717 words)
By BROOKE APPLE SHERWOOD — The Lady Wildcats (2-0) made the long trek up to Sherwood to face off with the Fairview Apaches (0-1). The Lady Continue » Students give thanksLocal News (63 words)
Gavin Fittro and other students at St. John’s Pre-school enjoyed a Thanksgiving lunch Tuesday at the annex. The students played some musical games before enjoying Continue » St. John’s Hall of Fame to induct fourth classLocal News (2168 words)
The fourth annual Delphos St. John’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be Sunday. The event includes a free luncheon at the All Saints Building Continue » November 24th, 2007 Maria Guadalupe ‘Mary’ AguirreFor the Record (314 words)
March 24, 1931 - Nov. 20, 2007 Maria Guadalupe “Mary” Aguirre, 76, of Columbus Grove, died at 9:56 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was Continue » Harold ‘Jack’ MillerFor the Record (116 words)
Oct. 10, 1933 Nov. 20, 2007 Harold “Jack” Miller, 74, of Delphos, died at 4:22 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. 10, 1933, Continue » Nolan and Jacqueline MericleFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Nov. 22 to Nolan and Jacqueline Mericle of Delphos. Stephanie Fiedler and Christopher StoneFor the Record (17 words)
Lima Memorial - A girl was born Nov. 19 to Stephanie Fiedler and Christopher Stone of Delphos. It Was News ThenLocal News (762 words)
One Year Ago • Jay Metzner, Sandy Vaske, Sue Vasquez and Andrew Vaske served up a traditional Thanksgiving Day meal at the Delphos Knights of Columbus Continue » Kids: send us your Santa lettersLocal News (79 words, 1 response)
The Delphos Herald has a direct line to the Jolly Ol’ Elf himself and would like to send your letters to him. Tell Santa if you’ve Continue » Knights give back to communityLocal News (61 words)
Volunteers Madison Kreeger, left, Shellie Kundert, Brian Backus and Jerry Backus help prepare a traditional Thanksgiving Day dinner Thursday morning at the Knights of Columbus Continue » November 26th, 2007 Church planning annual bazaarLocal News (104 words)
Trinity United Methodist Church will hold its annual Christmas dinner and bazaar from 4-6:30 p.m. Dec. 5. The Sweet Shoppe  and General Store, open from Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (220 words)
Beau is a 6-year-old neutered male plothound mix. He lived with many other dogs and did not receive the attention he needed. He would love Continue » Letters from LarryFor the Record (457 words)
by Larry Baum “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” is one of those movies you can see with deliberate frequency every few years and dive into Continue » Ottoville boys swat off HornetsSports (482 words)
OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville boys hardwood team opened its 2007-08 season at L.W. Heckman Gymnasium Friday night and pulled down a 51-46 victory over Cory Continue » This and ThatFor the Record (356 words)
Road trips through the surrounding countryside are so much fun. Especially when you go with one of your own grandchildren. Brian “Bud” Dickman was really Continue » Ulms tapped for YWCA ‘Dancing with the Stars’Local News (155 words, 1 response)
The Van Wert YWCA added a new “twist” to the annual Festival of Trees last year by holding “Dancing with the Van Wert Stars.” The Continue » Karaoke kicks off ‘Operation Troop Support’Local News (411 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — While listening to their favorite karaoke singer, attendees of the Knights of Columbus Karaoke Contest Friday were also lending a hand Continue » November 27th, 2007 Donald J. “Bud” HaunhorstFor the Record (224 words)
Jan. 30, 1916 - Nov. 23, 2007 Donald J. “Bud” Haunhorst, 91, of Delphos, died at 9:10 p.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center in Delphos. He Continue » Brian and Jennifer KlausingFor the Record (37 words)
A boy, Griffin Robert, was born Nov. 24 at Lima Memorial Hospital to Brian and Jennifer Klausing. He was welcomed home by a 3-year-old brother, Carson. Grandparents Continue » Free-throw shooting lifts Ottoville girlsSports (755 words)
RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The Ottoville girls basketball team wasn’t in top form from the field Saturday afternoon, shooting only 34.4% (11-of-32). The Lady Green sure Continue » Jefferson boys punish HornetsSports (630 words)
MT. CORY — It didn’t take long to figure out the key to Jefferson’s 64-42 boys basketball victory over Cory-Rawson Saturday night at “The Hive.” The Continue » Brandi BowersFor the Record (16 words)
A boy was born Nov. 22 at St. Rita's Medical Center to Brandi Bowers of Elida. Elmer D. BeckmanFor the Record (318 words, 1 response)
Oct. 8, 1920 - Nov. 25, 2007 Elmer D. Beckman, 87, of Delphos, died at 11:06 a.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. Continue » Shannon Gaberdiel and Anthony MakinFor the Record (19 words)
A girl was born Nov. 25 at St. Rita's Medical Center to Shannon Gaberdiel and Anthony Makin of Elida. Holiday musical at Van Wert theatreLocal News (271 words)
Van Wert Civic Theatre will present the holiday musical “Plaid Tidings” in twelve performances over three weekends beginning Thursday. “Plaid Tidings” is a sequel to the Continue » Kathryn L. GrigsbyFor the Record (249 words)
Dec. 25, 1922 - Nov. 24, 2007 Kathryn L. Grigsby, 84, of Spencerville, died at 1:25 p.m. Saturday at the Ridge of Shawnee Care Center, where Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (987 words)
Apparently some of you are awaiting some snippet of my honeymoon in Southern California. I had no idea. Sorry. As you can imagine, there is a Continue » Hair/GerdemannLifestyles (81 words)
Mark and Karla Hair of Jackson, Mich., announce the engagement of their daughter, Shannon Kathleen, to Joel Andrew Gerdemann, son of Joel and Nora Gerdemann Continue » David AltmanFor the Record (226 words, 1 response)
Feb. 2, 1932 - Nov. 23, 2007 David Altman, 76, of Florida and formerly of Delphos, died Friday in Florida. He was born Feb. 2, 1932, in Continue » Doris E. MarkleyFor the Record (224 words)
Nov. 26, 1919 - Nov. 24, 2007 Doris E. Markley, 87, of Van Wert and formerly of Delphos, died at 12:13 a.m. Saturday at Vancrest Health Continue » St. John’s honors fourth class of Hall of FamersLocal News (138 words, 1 response)
St. John’s, on Sunday, honored its fourth class of Hall of Fame members with a special brunch and ceremony. The Rev. Mel Verhoff, left, congratulates Continue » November 28th, 2007 Rode earns HCAC honorsSports (130 words)
Bluffton University junior Kyle Rode (2005 Jefferson grad) earned all-Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference first-team honors for the second straight season for the 1-9 Beavers. The son Continue » Cheryl Lynn FastFor the Record (227 words)
April 25, 1946 - Nov. 26, 2007 Cheryl Lynn Fast, 61, of Wapakoneta, died 4:22 a.m., Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born April 25, Continue » Hildegard E. PohlFor the Record (356 words)
June 28, 1910 - Nov. 25, 2007 Hildegard E. Pohl, 97 formerly of Fort Jennings, died 6:45 p.m. Sunday at the Sarah Jane Living Center, Delphos. She Continue » Harold ‘Jack’ MillerFor the Record (121 words)
Oct. 10, 1933 Nov. 20, 2007 Harold “Jack” Miller, 74, of Delphos, died at 4:22 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. 10, 1933, Continue » Friend or foe in cyberland?Local News (596 words)
DELPHOS — Many of us, teenagers and adults, have used the Internet to chat with others or play on-line games,  how many are aware of Continue » Diversity EssaysLocal News (1702 words)
Jefferson High School students Dustin Widmer and Adam Kraning distribute awards to Middle School students who won an essay contest on diversity. The essays were Continue » November 29th, 2007