December 3rd, 2007 Window to the pastLocal News (1770 words)
The Delphos Turbine Mr. John Ross of  Delphos, patentee of the “Delphos Turbine,” water wheel, who is also general agent and hydraulic engineer for the Delphos Continue » This and ThatLocal News (519 words)
There’s a big event going on in town this week and next week right up on Main Street. It’s the big Christmas Tree Festival at Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (173 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 » Bulldog boys cagers battle past KnightsSports (761 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald ELIDA — If you looked in the dictionary for a definition of struggle, one would see a film of the Crestview/Elida Continue » Musketeer boys down ArchersSports (759 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald FORT JENNINGS — As the second weekend of boys basketball action tipped off, the Archers from Antwerp made the hike southeast Continue » Students thank veteransLocal News (83 words)
St. John’s eighth-grade students recently held a veterans poster contest. VFW Commander David Mahlie presented a monitary prize to first place winner Kaitlin Wrasman. Shelby Continue » Caregiver speaks out on Alzheimer’sLocal News (657 words)
DELPHOS — As “baby boomers” age, the sons and daughters of the “greatest generation” are expected to do so in numbers that could reconstruct the Continue » Letters from LarryLocal News (514 words)
By Larry Baum Alfredo sauce is the name of a creamy, buttery, garlicky and cheesy Italian gravy served over fettuccine and chicken. I have tried it once Continue » December 4th, 2007 Mr. and Mrs. Walt HoerstenLifestyles (87 words)
Walt and Janet (Gasser) Hoersten of Fort Jennings celebrated 40 years of marriage Nov. 17 with a Catholic Mass and party. The couple was married Nov. Continue » Late 3 lifts Blue Jays by ’DawgsSports (741 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s head boys cage coach Aaron Elwer might have been happy to simply see his team be competitive Saturday night versus long-time Continue » City to host open house at water treatment plantLocal News (60 words)
The City of Delphos will hold a grand opening for the new water treatment facility 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Friday and Continue » John and Marci GoeckeFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born Nov. 30 to John and Marci Goecke of Spencerville. Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Lauren Brinkman. Congratulations Lauren! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Adam Kraning. Congratulations Adam! Deep LadyCats wear down thin JeffersonSports (643 words)
KALIDA — Perhaps the simplest reason for Kalida’s 57-49 girls hardwood victory over Jefferson Saturday afternoon at the “Wildcat Den” in Kalida was depth. LadyCats coach Continue » Jeffcat boys cagers annihilate GophersSports (499 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Golden Gophers from Ridgemont made the long trek west on SR 309 to meet up with the Wildcats Continue » Luersman/LaudickLifestyles (93 words)
Jerome and Irene Luersman of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Marie, to Dustin Jay Laudick, son of Jeff and Louise Laudick of Continue » Santa to visit local churchLocal News (42 words)
Trinity United Methodist Church will host Breakfast With Santa from 9-11 a.m. Dec. 8. Children may have their picture taken with Santa and purchase $1 Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Norman HesselingLifestyles (96 words)
Norman and Norma (Schimmoeller) Hesseling celebrated 50 years of marriage Nov. 30 with a dinner at a Lima restaurant. The couple was married on that date Continue » Santa makes first appearance in OttovilleLocal News (40 words)
Emma Wenzlick, 5, and Santa read her wish list for Christmas on Sunday. Other activities at the Ottoville Chamber of Commerce Winter Fest included a Continue » December 5th, 2007 Church Bazaar booths open at noon WednesdayLocal News (107 words)
Lyn Rhoades, left, and Anita Dunlap wrap silverware in preparation for the more than 450 dinners that will be served in the church’s fellowship hall Continue » Robert L. Jones Sr.For the Record (221 words)
June 13, 1927 Dec. 2, 2007 Robert Louis Jones Sr., 80, of Delphos, died at 8 a.m. Sunday at his residence. He was born June 13, 1927, in Continue » Jeanette L. AdamsFor the Record (20 words)
Jeanette L. Adams, 77, of Sandusky, died Thursday at Briarfield of Milan. Arrangements are incomplete at Graff Funeral Home in Sandusky. Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Marissa Rowland. Congratulations Marissa! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Mitchell Antalis. Congratulations Mitchell! Delphos FFA wins Sub-district Parli-ProLocal News (223 words)
Delphos FFA has once again won the sub district Parliamentary Procedure Contest.  This contest which involves a senior team and a freshmen team is based Continue » Associated Charities makes annual donationLocal News (66 words)
Associated Charities President Bryce Beckman, left, makes an annual donation to Delphos Fire and Rescue Chief Dave McNeal, Van Wert Fire Chief Jim Steele and Continue » December 6th, 2007 Storm leads to accidents, school closingsLocal News (39 words)
Delphos city crews were out this morning plowing and salting after an overnight snowfall of more than 2 inches. The forecast calls for accumulation of Continue » Laura N. VonderwellFor the Record (227 words)
March 27, 1941 - Dec. 4, 2007 Laura N. Vonderwell, 66, of Vincennes, Ind., died at 10:55 a.m. Tuesday at Indiana University Medical Center in Indianapolis. She Continue » Robyn Botkin and Jarrod RigdonFor the Record (18 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born Dec. 4 to Robyn Botkin and Jarrod Rigdon of Fort Jennings. Herald seeks man, woman of yearLocal News (103 words)
The Delphos Herald is searching for the 2007 Tri-County Area Man and Woman of the Year. Nominees should, by reason of public service and community involvement, Continue » Melissa Vance and Ryan KriegelFor the Record (17 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born Dec. 4 to Melissa Vance and Ryan Kriegel of Delphos. Squires kick off fundraiserLocal News (88 words)
The Columbian Squires kicked off their annual fundraiser Tuesday evening at the Knights of Columbus Hall. The groups is selling “Keep Christ in Christmas” Continue » Vikings repel Lady MusketeersLocal News (668 words)
FORT JENNINGS — The Fort Jennings girls cage team is a young, small squad for second-year head man Matt Myerholtz. They faced a much taller, more Continue » Jays trample St. Marys RoughridersSports (591 words)
By BROOKE APPLE DELPHOS —The St. Marys Roughriders traveled to Delphos to face off with the Delphos St. John’s Blue Jays. Both teams came into the Continue » Ann KlausingFor the Record (15 words)
Ann Klausing died Tuesday at her residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Business After HoursLocal News (126 words)
The Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours for Dec. 18 will be hosted by Bunge, U.S. Bank, Mushroom Plant Graphics and the K Continue » Jeanette AdamsFor the Record (133 words)
Oct. 8, 1930 – Nov. 29, 2007 Jeanette (Hastings) Adams, 77, of Sandusky, died Thursday at Briarfield of Milan. She was born Oct. 8, 1930, in Sandusky. She Continue » NFL greasing the skids for Patriots?Sports (990 words)
Say it ain’t so, Joe! (or Bill, Roger or anyone else in charge of the National Football League) According to some reports, the Baltimore Ravens are Continue » Pohlman wins spelling bee - againLocal News (54 words)
   St. John’s seventh-grader Teresa Pohlman will again compete at the Allen County Spelling Bee the first of the year after winning the local bee Continue » December 7th, 2007 Additional water operator to be hired in DelphosLocal News (164 words)
DELPHOS — Council members meeting in special session Wednesday approved legislation allowing the hire of an additional full-time operator at the water plant. A provisional Continue » Ann M. KlausingFor the Record (294 words)
Aug. 22, 1928 - Dec. 4, 2007 Ann M. Klausing, 79, of Delphos, died at 5:05 p.m. Tuesday at her residence. She was born Aug. 22, 1928, Continue » Jeffrey and Amy BaldaufFor the Record (14 words)
LIMA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A boy was born Dec. 4 to Jeffrey and Amy Baldauf of Delphos. Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Megan Fish. Congratulations Megan! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Grant Brand. Congratulations Grant! LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (1428 words)
Lady ’Cat 8th grade remains perfect Jefferson’s eighth-grade girls cage team defeated Lincolnview Tuesday night at the Jefferson Middle School Auditorium by a score of 42-11. Leading scorer Continue » Lawrence G. VentFor the Record (131 words)
Jan. 3, 1921 - Dec. 2, 2007 Lawrence G. Vent, 86, of Upper Sandusky, died at 5:43 p.m. Sunday at Fairhaven North Nursing Home in Upper Continue » Church holds bake sale, dinnerLocal News (23 words)
Church member Helen Kitson arranges slices of pies during the Trinity United Methodist Church Bazaar . December 8th, 2007 Letter to the EditorFor the Record (248 words)
DEAR EDITOR: I am writing in response to the article “On the Other Hand” entitled “The New English” published on Saturday, Dec. 1. The article gave an 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 Brooke Hesseling. Congratulations Brooke! Ottoville girls subdue Miller CitySports (318 words)
MILLER CITY — The Putnam County League got its first look at Ottoville transfer guard Brittany Pohlman on Thursday night as the Lady Green traveled Continue » Lady Jays roll over RedskinsSports (774 words)
DELPHOS — St. Henry’s long and lean girls basketball squad came into Arnzen Gymnasium Thursday night with seven girls listed at 5-10 or taller (4 Continue » Fifth-graders offer holiday playLocal News (88 words)
The kids are stuck at school for the Christmas vacation due to a blizzard. Somehow they found the spirit of Christmas anyway in the Franklin Continue » ’Dogs prevail over Lady ’CatsSports (713 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Battle of the Cats and Dogs was held on the newly-done floor of Jefferson Senior High gym for Continue » Library offers Christmas craftsLocal News (49 words)
Ben Curth colors his Christmas stencils Thursday during the Delphos Public Library’s Christmas Craft Craze event. Children made postcards for Santa, tree ornaments, reindeer cutouts Continue » Many ‘elves’ work for merry ChristmasLocal News (355 words)
DELPHOS — Many individuals, organizations and school children work together each year to make a happier Christmas possible for area families and their children. The Continue » December 10th, 2007 Delphos native wins Crystal Apple AwardLocal News (1 words)
Donation boxes out for ‘Operation Troop Support’Local News (330 words)
Staff reports DELPHOS — The Delphos Knights of Columbus recently announced a program in which they are collecting and shipping personal items to area military personnel Continue » Big Green boys cop 2-OT thrillerSports (788 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald OTTOVILLE – The Big Green of Ottoville hosted the Bearcats of Spencerville for a physical non-conference boys basketball game. The Bearcats were Continue » Veterans observe Pearl Harbor DayLocal News (114 words)
  Delphos Veterans Council Chaplain Jim Henderson places a wreath beside the World War II monument at the Veterans Memorial Park at 12:48 p.m. Friday Continue » Delphos native wins Crystal Apple AwardLocal News (281 words)
Susan Bidwell, daughter of Jim and Jeanne Clark of Delphos and a 1972 graduate of St. John’s High School,  is a recent recipient of the Continue » Vantage names Blue Chippers for first quarterLocal News (54 words)
The career center also held a recent Winter Sports Spirit Day. Vantage students and staff members all participate in a winter sports-related activity at their Continue » Hometown celebrates Christmas seasonLocal News (102 words)
The Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual Hometown Christmas Friday in downtown Delphos. The event began with a ham and bean supper at Continue » Letters from LarryFor the Record (531 words)
By Larry Baum I lived in L.A. during the summer of ‘69 in a furnished apartment near La Brea and Melrose and paid for this extravagance Continue » Third canto enough for ’SkinsSports (676 words)
ST. HENRY — St. Henry led 26-24 coming out of the halftime break in its boys Midwest Athletic Conference hardwood opener versus St. John’s Friday Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (176 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 (493 words)
This is in response to a letter to the editor from Karen Schaffner published in Friday’s Herald commenting on my column from last week “The Continue » City dedicates new water treatment plantLocal News (828 words)
DELPHOS — After approximately six years of gathering funding from various sources, extensive planning and dedication from those in city government, the Delphos Water Treatment Continue » December 11th, 2007 Clara M. HorstmanFor the Record (258 words)
Nov. 12, 1921 - Dec. 7, 2007 Clara Marie Horstman, 86, of Kalida, died at 9:58 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Nov. Continue » Samantha Rode and Rick SchneiderFor the Record (15 words)
A girl was born Dec. 7 to Samantha Rode and Rick Schneider of Fort Jennings. LETTER TO EDITORFor the Record (58 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Thank you goes out to everyone that came up and supported us at our ham and bean soup dinner Friday night during the Hometown Continue » Odenweller/RarricLifestyles (120 words)
Mike and Jan Odenweller of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter Christine Marie, to Owen James Rarric, son of Jim and Cindy Rarric of Continue » Philip and Sheri MillerFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 7 to Philip and Sheri Miller of Delphos. Musketeers net 2-OT victory over archrival Big Green boysSports (340 words)
By DAVE BONINSEGNA The Delphos Herald OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville Big Green boys basketball team had just come off a double-overtime win against Spencerville on Friday night. They Continue » Guy and Carol WileyFor the Record (43 words)
A girl, Gabrielle Marie, was born Dec. 3 at Southview Hospital in Dayton to Charles and Sabrina Wiley. She weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces and was Continue » Richard E. ThompsonFor the Record (368 words)
July 13, 1919 - Dec. 8, 2007 Richard E. Thompson, 88, of Delphos, died at 4:30 a.m. Saturday at Vancrest Assisted Living in Delphos. He was born Continue » Mary K. BueckerFor the Record (241 words)
July 2, 1927 - Dec. 8, 2007 Mary K. Buecker, 80, of Van Wert, died at 11:30 p.m. Saturday at Van Wert Manor Nursing Home, Van Continue » Choir offers Christmas concertLocal News (70 words)
St. John's High School freshman Trevor Kroeger was one of two soloists during the song “Just A Single Voice” at Sunday’s Christmas concert performed by Continue » Roy and Suzanne KillFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 7 to Roy and Suzanne Kill of Delphos. Robert and Angela TerrillFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 7 to Robert and Angela Terrill of Elida. Blue Jay boys pull away down stretchSports (639 words)
CONVOY — Both St. John’s and Crestview had major concerns entering their boys non-conference cage matchup Saturday night at “The Castle.” For the visiting Blue Jays, Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Travis TenwaldeLifestyles (284 words)
Laura Beining and Travis Tenwalde were united in marriage Aug. 4 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Ottoville, the Rev. John Stites officiating. The bride is Continue » Kahle’s late hoop sinks JeffcatsSports (537 words)
By BROOKE APPLE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Kalida and Jefferson met at “The Stage” for the annual Wildcat boys basketball battle Saturday night. The Kalida Wildcats were Continue » Ben and Lydia ShawFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 7 to Ben and Lydia Shaw of Spencerville. Brian and Lisa LathamFor the Record (13 words)
Twin boys were born Dec. 7 to Brian and Lisa Latham of Elida. Santa visits local churchLocal News (45 words)
Five-year-old Ethan Protsman tells Santa his wish list Saturday at Trinity United Methodist Church during the church’s annual Breakfast With Santa. Children enjoyed a meal, Continue » December 12th, 2007 You live — you learnFor the Record (499 words)
By Joshua Adam Brueckner Things have been going great. My music career has been taking launch, I have being applying to private music schools in NYC, Continue » DeWitt, Mershman take first placeSports (37 words)
St. John’s junior Tony DeWitt, left, and sophomore Brian Mershman took first place in their respective weight categories at Saturday’s Gibsonburg Invitational. Soldier gets early ChristmasLocal News (606 words)
DELPHOS — While most of us won’t be gathering together with our families and enjoying Christmas presents and dinner for a few more days, one Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kayla Friend. Congratulations Kayla! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Sydney Drerup. Congratulations Sydney! Lancers upend WTSports (187 words)
For The Delphos Herald HAVILAND — Lincolnview’s girls basketball team came through in the fourth period, outscoring host Wayne Trace 20-13 to seize a 49-41 triumph Continue » Cory and Dionna NoonanFor the Record (28 words)
A girl was born Dec. 6 at St. Rita’s Medical Center to Cory and Dionna Noonan. Grandparents include Bob and Denise Kloeppel, Doug Daulbaugh and John Continue » Franklin to receive 50 computersLocal News (618 words)
DELPHOS — Franklin Elementary will receive 50 computers from the Joint Systems Management Center’s Computer Service Corporation today. Principal Tim Larimore told the school board Monday Continue » December 13th, 2007 Herald seeks man, woman of yearLocal News (103 words)
The Delphos Herald is searching for the 2007 Tri-County Area Man and Woman of the Year. Nominees should, by reason of public service and community involvement, Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (761 words)
If I were a betting man — I confess, I do somewhat — I’d put my moolah on the New England Patriots going 16-0. Now about Continue » Dawn Averesch and Josh LawnhornFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born Dec. 10 to Dawn Averesch and Josh Lawnhorn of Cloverdale. Matt and Chasity MuellerFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 10 to Matt and Chasity Mueller of Delphos. Heising, Bowersock, Cline win Franklin Spelling BeeLocal News (63 words)
After eight rounds, the three finalists in the Franklin Spelling Bee were fifth-grader Halee Heising, left, and Grant Bowersock and Karen Cline, both fourth-graders. The Continue » Second-quarter uprising lifts LadyDogsSports (661 words)
COLUMBUS GROVE — Columbus Grove outscored Kalida 32-14 in the second period Tuesday night, sending the host Bulldogs to a 78-59 Putnam County League girls Continue » Amish CookLocal News (619 words)
By LOVINA EICHER Monday was daughter Verena’s birthday. She was excited because she made cupcakes to take to school and treat her classmates. But then school Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Melissa Wrasman. Congratulations Melissa! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Nicholas Gallmeier. Congratulations Nicholas! Laura A. GoodFor the Record (25 words)
Laura A. Good, 86, of Delphos, died at 2:15 a.m. today at Baton Rouge Senior Health Services. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Foundation gives annual giftsLocal News (931 words)
DELPHOS — Christmas came a little early for 21 organizations in Delphos. The Arnold C. Dienstberger Foundation gave out $259,000 Tuesday during its annual grant presentation Continue » December 14th, 2007 Herald seeks man, woman of yearLocal News (58 words)
The Delphos Herald is searching for the 2007 Tri-County Area Man and Woman of the Year. Nominees should, by reason of public service and community involvement, Continue » Council approves car show, cruise-inLocal News (482 words)
By GREG SCHERGER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — In Tuesday’s meeting, the Delphos Area Car Club received approval from City Council to once again focus the annual Continue » No shortages at local food pantriesLocal News (299 words)
DELPHOS — While food pantries around the region are experiencing shortages, two local charities are well-stocked due to community support. Food pantries are part of the Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (463 words)
Racer men crunch Goshen LIMA — The University of Northwestern Ohio men’s basketball team scored the first seven points Wednesday night and never trailed as the Continue » Laura A. GoodFor the Record (210 words)
Jan. 28, 1921 - Dec. 12, 2007 Laura A. Good, 86, of Delphos, died at 2:15 a.m. Dec. 12 at Baton Rouge Senior Health Services in Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (17 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Matt Trentman. Congratulations Matt! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Josie West. Congratulations Josie! Hoersten retires from library boardLocal News (324 words)
DELPHOS — Tom Hoersten is retiring from the Delphos Public Library Board after 21 years of service. Board members stated at Wednesday’s meeting they will Continue » December 15th, 2007 Center inducts 25 into NTHSLocal News (419 words)
Twenty-five Vantage seniors from 11 different home schools were selected as members of the Vantage Chapter of the National Technical Honor Society. They were introduced and Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Michelle  Hitchcock. Congratulations Michelle! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Kyle Richards. Congratulations Kyle! 2-year-old dies in house fireLocal News (143 words)
A two-year-old child died in a fire reported at 10:33 a.m. Thursday at 402 E. Sycamore St., Columbus Grove. A  Columbus Grove police officer arrived on Continue » Lady Jays outlast Flyers in MACSports (778 words)
MARIA STEIN — St. John’s and Marion Local went at it in a Midwest Athletic Conference girls hardwood encounter Thursday night in “The Hangar.” The Lady Continue » St. John Elementary offers ‘North Pole Exposure’Local News (61 words)
Snowmen portrayed by Stephen Leathers, left, Jared Honigford and Shannon Bockey in St. John Elementary presentation of “North Pole Exposure” on Thursday want a vacation Continue » Landeck to send six to district bee in JanuaryLocal News (105 words)
Landeck Elementary School held its spelling bee Thursday. The top three fifth- and sixth-grade competitors will compete in the district bee with Franklin and Jefferson Continue » Local RoundupSports (1045 words)
Jefferson matmen take 2 SPENCERVILLE — Jefferson’s mat team took a pair of victories over Spencerville and Cory-Rawson Thursday night at Spencerville High School. The Wildcats took Continue » December 17th, 2007 Investigators: fire started by child playing with lighterLocal News (177 words)
Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and Columbus Grove police and fire departments have determined the cause of the fire Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (232 words)
How many times have you heard your or someone else’s parents say, “Do as I say, not as I do?” What a mixed message. I prefer Continue » Window to the PastLocal News (2225 words)
Steinle Brewery To Make “Delphos” Beverage O.J. Steinle, manager of the Delphos Brewing & Ice company, for many years brewers, and ice manufacturers, states that after May Continue » Bearcats own 4th quarter vs. PiratesSports (623 words)
SPENCERVILLE — Whatever Spencerville head boys basketball coach Kevin Sensabaugh told his team at halftime, he should make sure it gets recorded and sold. His team Continue » A Salute to Our VeteransLocal News (631 words)
DELPHOS — The call of duty has been issued to men from various walks of life throughout our nation’s history. Men from cities and small Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (189 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 » This and ThatLocal News (820 words)
Traveling to the Amish country in Eastern Ohio is always fun, interesting and relaxing. In early November, we only had time for a day trip and Continue » Jefferson’s show choir performs for local seniorsLocal News (58 words)
The Jefferson High School Show Choir directed by Tammy Wirth performed a selection of holiday numbers Friday for approximately 75 residents at the Delphos Senior Continue » Gambling proceeds stay localLocal News (781 words)
By MIKE FORD and NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Between Nov. 1, 2005, and Oct. 31, 2006, more than $3 million was spent on bingo and Continue » Letters from LarryFor the Record (450 words)
By Larry Baum I was born into a world where being Jewish was a way of life. I didn’t realize until my elementary years and beyond Continue » Good GalLocal News (361 words)
By HELEN KAVERMAN The Delphos Herald When it comes to helping others, Ginny DiSalle is right at the top of the list. This private duty Continue » Students offer Stations of the NativityLocal News (56 words)
St. John’s High School Liturgy Team members Jeff Michel and Victoria Recker played the part of Joseph and Mary during a presentation of the Stations Continue » December 18th, 2007 Kiwanis prepare gifts for residents of nursing homesLocal News (58 words)
The Delphos Kiwanis Club prepare personal care gift packets for the area nursing homes for Christmas. Working on the gifts are, from left, Denny Elwer, Continue » Local RoundupSports (668 words)
Knights drop county/NWC rival RURAL MIDDLE POINT — Crestview used a 14-6 edge at the free-throw line Friday night to dispatch Northwest Conference and Van Wert Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Scott McCormickLifestyles (296 words)
Kristie Ann Rose and Scott Michael McCormick were united in marriage on July 7 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Mel Verhoff Continue » Ottoville girls get last momentum shiftSports (518 words)
OTTOVILLE — Before the heavy snow hit the area, a storm of a different kind was going on inside the L.W. Heckman Gymnasium in Ottoville. Instead Continue » K of C needs soldiers namesLocal News (60 words)
There are three more collection points for the Knights of Columbus “Operation Troop Support” project. They are Community First Bank, First Federal Bank and The Continue » Bearcats 4th, Lancers 5th at LincolnviewSports (760 words)
MIDDLE POINT — Every wrestling coach is looking for something in early-season tournaments. Most find what they seek. Generally, that means to take a long look at Continue » Van Wert County 4-H Interstate Exchange offers holiday spectacularLocal News (79 words)
The Van Wert County 4-H Interstate Exchange Group is launching a new holiday spectacular for the county. The “Van Wert County Holiday Lights at Continue » December 19th, 2007 Ryan and Vanessa SpielesFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 17 to Ryan and Vanessa Spieles of Delphos. Tyler P. HartFor the Record (175 words)
May 11, 1991 - Dec. 15, 2007 Tyler P. Hart, age 16, of Shreve, died Saturday at his residence. He was born May 11, 1991, in Van Continue » Jeff and Brenda BirkemeierFor the Record (37 words)
A baby boy, Jarrett Ryan Birkemeier, was born Dec. 15 to Jeff and Brenda Birkemeier of Findlay. He was welcomed home by siblings Brady and Alana. Grandparents Continue » Paws to ConsiderLocal News (604 words)
By April Shattuck Rocky sleeps all day and spends all night pacing.  Tramp stares or barks at the wall for hours.  Lady has been potty trained Continue » School board tweaks contractsLocal News (478 words)
OTTOVILLE — Adjustments were made to administrative personnel contracts at Monday’s school board meeting in Ottoville. Newly-appointed Superintendent/Elementary Principal Scott Mangas’ contract was changed from 38 Continue » Fitness coach visits Landeck ElementaryLocal News (71 words)
  Jim Steffen, America’s fun fitness coach, recently visited Landeck Elementary for a fitness presentation. His mission is to educate people of all ages that Continue » Lady Jays grind out a victorySports (763 words)
DELPHOS — Nothing came easy for either the Shawnee or St. John’s girls hardwood units Monday night at Arnzen Gymnasium. Every shot, pass, even a cut Continue » Tots donate toys to local projectLocal News (51 words)
St. John’s Preschool recently collected toys for the Delphos Community Christmas Project. Students who brought toys to school include, Elizabeth Gerow, left, Brady Kerner and Continue » December 20th, 2007 Is it business as usual after Mitchell Report?Sports (874 words)
You just knew I was going to write about the Mitchell Report, didn’t you? Did it surprise anyone that so many players and ex-players were named? Continue » Village workers get raiseLocal News (589 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Two Fort Jennings employees will receive a raise at the beginning of 2008. Police Chief Ethel Vaughn and Maintenance Superintendent Paul Kramer each Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Eric Buettner. Congratulations Eric! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Catherine Duer. Congratulations Catherine! Charlie BrinkmanFor the Record (151 words)
May 20, 1949 - Dec. 17, 2007 Charlie Brinkman, 58, of Cincinnati, died Monday at his residence. He was born May 20, 1949, in Lima, to Harry Continue » Flyers hold off Blue Jay boysSports (805 words)
DELPHOS — Marion Local and St. John’s were supposed to tip off their Midwest Athletic Conference boys basketball game Friday at Arnzen Gymnasium but due Continue » Preschool holds holiday open houseLocal News (58 words)
St. John’s Preschool student Jenna Ladd enjoys some sweet treats with her mom, Deanna Ladd, and her grandma, Kathy Gasser, Tuesday night at the school’s Continue » December 21st, 2007 Letter to the EditorFor the Record (122 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Once again, a big thank you is going out to the Delphos Community for helping Do-Right Motorcycle Club with its raffle. A portion of the Continue » Students help make Christmas brighterLocal News (69 words)
  Seniors from St. John’s and Jefferson high schools help deliver presents to 347 children and 151 families today as the Delphos Community Christmas Project Continue » December 22nd, 2007 Hypnotist puts students under spellLocal News (42 words)
Hypnotist Bill Gladwell, right, visited St. John's High School Thursday and convinced Derrick Fischer, left, Reed Hesseling, Sarah Shrider and Peyton Curran they were listening Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (94 words)
DEAR EDITOR: I would like to send a special thank you to the member of the Do-Right Motorcycle Club. An extra special thank you to Don Ardner Continue » Red Hatters enjoy Vantage Christmas buffetLocal News (50 words)
Some of the Middle Point Red Hat Floozies celebrate the holiday season by enjoying the Vantage Culinary Arts Christmas Buffet Lunch.  From left are, Susan Continue » Ottoville girls wear down Patrick HenrySports (665 words)
OTTOVILLE — Sometimes in an athletic contest, your team will not be at its best but still has to win a game. Ottoville girls cage mentor Continue » 20-year-old in custody followingLocal News (172 words)
A Greenville man will appear in Allen County Municipal Court today on charges of inducing a public panic, a felony of the fifth degree. Delphos Police Continue » Fighting snow— a tricky battleLocal News (662 words)
DELPHOS — When severe snow storms turn the Tri-county in to a winter wonderland, conditions often prove hazardous. City byways are addressed first, then rural Continue » December 24th, 2007 Pet CornerLocal News (200 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 » Packages found in Putnam courthouseLocal News (92 words)
Two suspicious packages under a Christmas tree at the Putnam County Courthouse caused the building to be evacuated Friday. The wrapped gifts were found under a Continue » This and ThatLocal News (1446 words)
The origin of Christmas Customs has always interested me ... the songs, Santa Claus, the Nativity Scenes, Christmas tree, Christmas cards and all. On a visit Continue » Thift Shop served 254 familiesLocal News (420 words)
Many hours of volunteer labor are required to make a successful business operation work effectively and efficiently. We have such an organization in the Interfaith Continue » Martz takes gold at Cup meetSports (125 words)
Kelsey Martz does a back flip as part of her floor routine at the R5 Cup Meet held in Cincinnati Sunday. She took first in Continue » Torrid ’Skins shoot down Blue Jay boysSports (761 words)
DELPHOS — The return of senior point guard Kyle Maus to the Wapakoneta boys basketball lineup Friday night paid immediate dividends for the Redskins versus Continue » Lois M. DienstbergerFor the Record (121 words)
April 17, 1928 - Dec. 16, 2007 Lois Marie Dienstberger, 79, of Concord, N.C., died Dec. 16 at Avante Nursing Home in Concord. She was born April Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (476 words)
This is a reprise of one of my favorite columns. As we visit with relatives and long-lost friends at this holiday season. “Merry Christmas” and “Happy Continue » Mary C. RottFor the Record (211 words)
Jan. 22, 1921 - Dec. 21, 2007 Mary C. Rott, 86, of Delphos, died at 9:20 a.m. Friday at Roselawn Manor, Spencerville. She was born Jan. 22, Continue » Rohrbacher’s boots made for walkin’Local News (605 words)
DELPHOS — Three pairs of boots, nine years and 2,175 miles later, Charles Rohrbacher did it; he finally finished hiking the Appalachian Trail. Hiking segments on Continue » December 25th, 2007 St. John’s boys battle by Braves by 13Sports (663 words)
DECATUR, Ind. — St. John’s senior sharp-shooter Bob Koester continued his hot streak from 3-point range, downing seven of them Saturday night at Bellmont (Decatur, Continue » Johnny V. WehriFor the Record (174 words)
Dec. 11, 1933 - Dec. 23, 2007 Johnny V. Wehri, 74, of Fort Jennings, died at 3:30 a.m. Sunday at Lima Manor. He was born Dec. 11, Continue » Indians’ Caravan coming to LimaSports (148 words)
The Cleveland Indians Press Caravan will once again visit Lima Jan. 24, 2008, at the Old Barn Out Back, 3175 W. Elm Street. Jim Rosenhaus, a Continue » Sherrie and Donald LooserFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 23 to Sherrie and Donald Looser of Cloverdale. Indians grab Allen County mat tourneySports (1998 words)
The Delphos Herald SPENCERVILLE — Shawnee’s wrestling unit grabbed first place in Saturday’s 10-team Allen County Invitational Tournament held at Spencerville High School. Except for the 112-pound Continue » Groups give to Christmas projectLocal News (172 words)
The Delphos FFA, Delphos Young Farmers and Delphos Young Farmwives recently teamed up to make a donation to the Delphos Community Christmas Project. This year, Continue » Lianne and Wade PohlmanFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 23 to Lianne and Wade Pohlman of Spencerville Lady Jays thump MusketeersSports (793 words)
DELPHOS — Fort Jennings visited St. John’s Saturday afternoon in girls basketball action with reverse records: the Lady Musketeers at 1-8, the Lady Blue Jays Continue » Amanda and Matt ArnoldFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 21 to Amanda and Matt Arnold of Delphos. Denise and Matthew EtzkornFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 21 to  Denise and Matthew Etzkorn of Delphos. Churches prepare for Christmas servicesLocal News (122 words)
  The sanctuary at First United Presbyterian Church is full of colorful poinsettias in celebration of the Christmas season. The church will hold Christmas Eve Continue » December 27th, 2007 William MansfieldFor the Record (25 words)
William Mansfield, 79, of Delphos, passed away at 8:42 a.m. today at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (817 words)
In any given sports year, there are lots and lots of stories, both good and ill. Many are common knowledge; many more are not but with Continue » It was news thenLocal News (726 words)
One Year Ago • Jefferson High School Marching Band member Brittney Roeder was one of 83 local students who packed up and departed Delphos Tuesday evening. Continue » Santa visits DelphosLocal News (52 words)
Santa packs up his bag for personal visits to “very nice” children in Delphos Christmas Eve. The Optimist Club has helped Santa find children to Continue » December 28th, 2007 Looking back at 2007 - part 1Local News (2169 words)
January • Krystal Byrne, 21, was a freshman at the University of Dayton when Biphenotypic Leukemia put her studies on hold in 2005. After a successful Continue » Council OK’s Grone Road tile projectLocal News (619 words)
By SUE GERKER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Getting to know city employees and working on the 2008 budget are the short list for Mike Gallmeier, the Continue » December 29th, 2007 Thursday’s Local Cage ScoresSports (89 words)
Thursday’s Local Cage Scores Girls Ada 71, Lima Perry 45 Convoy Crestview 55, Ft. Jennings 31 Defiance 59, Findlay 48 Delphos St. John’s 66, Spencerville 23 Ft. Loramie 50, Ft. Recovery Continue » William H. MansfieldFor the Record (236 words)
Oct. 16, 1928 Dec. 26, 2007 William H. Mansfield, 79, of Delphos, died at 8:42 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. 16, 1928, Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (881 words)
Lady Green downs LadyCats in cage action OTTOVILLE — Ottoville came out on fire versus Kalida Thursday night, winning the opening period 21-4, en route to Continue » Ottoville boys lose heart-breaker in OTSports (417 words)
By JESSICA HONIGFORD The Delphos Herald OTTOVILLE — After the first two quarters of the game, most Ottoville and Crestview fans probably didn’t expect the game to Continue » Lady Jays pummel BearcatsSports (760 words)
DELPHOS — Despite the 66-23 rout the St. John’s girls basketball team put on the Spencerville squad Thursday night at Robert A. Arnzen Gymnasium, both Continue » Injury accident at Piquad, Grubb roadsLocal News (115 words)
Emma Jones of Columbus is rescued from the vehicle she was driving westbound on Piquad Road at approximately 1:20 p.m. Thursday. The car was struck Continue » Red Cross offers shopping spreeLocal News (65 words)
The Allen County chapter of the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 10 at the Delphos Continue » More Canal Days profits distributedLocal News (41 words)
Moenter and Grothouse, present Delphos Police Chief Dave Wagner with a check for $500 to the Delphos Police Department. Chief Wagner said the money is Continue » Chamber also donates to policeLocal News (42 words)
Below: Moenter and Grothouse, present Delphos Police Chief Dave Wagner with a check for $500 to the Delphos Police Department. Chief Wagner said the money Continue » Kimberly Wubbenhorst and Kenneth WrightFor the Record (14 words)
A girl was born Dec. 27 to Kimberly Wubbenhorst and Kenneth Wright of Elida. Jesse and Nicole RushingFor the Record (47 words)
A boy was born Dec. 15 at Blanchard Valley Hospital in Findlay to Jesse and Nicole Rushing of Ada. Grandparents are Doug and Anita Sorrell of Continue » Chamber distributes Canal Days profitsLocal News (49 words)
Jim Grothouse, left, and Jennifer Moenter of the Old Fashioned Canal Days and the Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce recently donated $500 to the Delphos Continue » Kiwanis fundraising tote board goes upLocal News (73 words)
Funds for new playground equipment at Stadium Park have reached $44,000, according to the Delphos Kiwanis Club. The goal is $70,000 for the equipment, which Continue »