April 1st, 2008 Joseph MartinFor the Record (224 words)
Dec. 22, 1931 - March 29, 2008 Joseph Martin, 76, of Delphos, died at 8:25 a.m. Saturday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Dec. 22, Continue » Arline F. SendelbachFor the Record (242 words)
Oct. 17, 1919 - March 30, 2008 Arline F. Sendelbach, 88, of Delphos, and formerly of Highland, Calif., died at 3:10 a.m. Sunday at Vancrest Health Continue » St. John’s seeking Hall of Fame nomineesLocal News (60 words)
Nominations for the St. John’s Hall of Fame can be submitted online at www.dsjalumni.org or mailed to St. John's Hall of Fame, PO Box 112, Continue » Martz takes home 4 goldSports (65 words)
Kelsey Martz of Delphos competed for GymStars, U.S.A. of Lima at Medina, on Sunday, taking home four gold medals. Martz placed First-All-Around with a score Continue » Wittler/EtzkornLifestyles (94 words)
Robert and Joyce Wittler of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Julia Rose, to Nicholas Mark Etzkorn, son of Edward and Connie Etzkorn of Continue » Optimists offer egg huntLocal News (40 words)
  Hundreds of local children gathered at Waterworks Park Saturday afternoon for the annual Optimist Egg Hunt. Optimists members stuffed more than 3,000 eggs for Continue » Snyder/BerelsmanLifestyles (95 words)
Don and Jill Snyder of Fostoria announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittany, to Brad Berelsman, son of George and Mary Jo Berelsman of Delphos. The Continue » Herzog/BricknerLifestyles (106 words)
Michael and Angela Herzog of Lima announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Marie, to Kurt Allen Brickner, son of Vern and Mary Brickner of Continue » Richard James BendeleFor the Record (204 words)
June 7, 1928 - March 27, 2008 Richard James Bendele, 79, of Ottoville, died at 4:50 p.m. Thursday at his residence. He was born June 7, 1928, Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Colin Byrne. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Sarah Thitoff. April 2nd, 2008 Jeffcats roll in baseball openerSports (309 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Jefferson was expecting to open the 2008 baseball season on the road at Kalida Monday night. Instead, it got moved to Wildcat Continue » ’Skins tame young Jays on diamondSports (600 words)
WAPAKONETA — St. John’s has only two seniors and a total of four baseball players with any varsity experience from a year ago. One might expect Continue » Paul E. KingFor the Record (296 words)
April 20, 1911 - March 31, 2008 Paul E. King, 96, of Delphos, died at 2:15 a.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born April Continue » Foundation scholarship applications availableLocal News (230 words)
Larry L. Wendel, Executive Secretary of The Van Wert County Foundation, has announced that applications for scholarship grants for the 2008-09 school year are available Continue » Local News (38 words)
A girl, Livie Kate, was born March 19 to Mike and Nikki Kingzett of Aurora, Colo. She was welcomed home by big sister, Kenna Grace. Grandparents are Continue » Space still open for Crazy Kitten Chaos Lock-inLocal News (79 words)
There are still spaces for any girls in grades 4-7 interested in attending the Crazy Kitten Chaos All Night Lock-In with the Jefferson High School Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Katrina Etzkorn. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Rachel Mahlie. Morris celebrates 35 years of passionLocal News (1025 words)
DELPHOS — After 3 1/2 decades in education, Jefferson High School teacher Jim Morris retired Monday when bus engines fired up to take students home. Continue » April 3rd, 2008 Bayliffs tapped 2007 Citizens of the YearLocal News (163 words)
Tom and Roseanne Bayliff have been selected by the Spencerville Chamber of Commerce as its 2007 Citizens of the Year. This summer, the couple will celebrate Continue » Olympics heading for major trouble?Sports (651 words)
It seems like all hell is breaking loose in the run-up to the Beijing Summer Olympics. It seems that every day, there is something else going Continue » Van Wert Area Marching Band taking membersLocal News (317 words)
The Van Wert Area Marching Band invites all area band alumni and other musicians to join as they organize for the 2008 parade season. Founded in Continue » Students of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Tyler Kroeger. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Logan Kimmet. Bulldogs split meetSports (222 words)
The Delphos Herald COLUMBUS GROVE — The Columbus Grove girls and the Pandora-Gilboa boys captured their respective parts of the season-opening track and field quadrangular meet Continue » Deadline to apply for scholarship approachesLocal News (62 words)
Seniors from both Delphos high schools have until April 17 to apply for the Rene Schimmoller Scholarship. Applications are available from the guidance counselors at both Continue » Working at the tent wash?Local News (394 words)
DELPHOS — We’re all familiar with the car wash song; perhaps soon there will be a tent wash song or a chair wash song. Delphos Tent Continue » April 4th, 2008 Herald Relay team sets bingoLocal News (60 words)
The Delphos Herald Relay for Life team will offer bingo on April 13 at the American Legion Post, 415 N. State St., Delphos. Doors open at Continue » City, minor league tryoutsSports (63 words)
Try-outs for the Delphos city and minor leagues will be held at 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at the Little League Diamond at Stadium Park. The Continue » For the Record (28 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born April 2 to Nathan and Heather Pohlman of Elida. A girl was born April 2 to Jack and Cindy Continue » Legion Auxiliary taps Buckeye Girls State delegatesLocal News (192 words)
American Legion Commemorative Unit 268 Ladies Auxiliary has selected delegates and alternates to attend Buckeye Girls State this summer. The Jefferson delegate is Krista Youngpeter, daughter Continue » Ag teams preparing for stateLocal News (241 words)
This spring, three teams have been busy preparing for contests. The Dairy Foods Team, Wildlife Management Team, and General Livestock Judging Team have been practicing Continue » VFW to host benefitLocal News (82 words)
VFW to host benefit spaghetti supper Delphos VFW 3035 Auxiliary will host a spaghetti supper to benefit Special Olympics at 4 p.m. April 10 at the Continue » Church to host health screeningLocal News (71 words)
Life Line Screenings will be sold April 24 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Delphos. The $149 Wellness Package with a heart rhythm screening takes 60-90 Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kaitlyn Kundert. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Eric Hoersten. John M. ‘Jack’ Whitling Sr.For the Record (47 words)
John M. “Jack” Whitling Sr., 80, of Spencerville, died Wednesday afternoon while pruning some fruit trees near his home. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Saturday Continue » Paul E. KingFor the Record (299 words)
April 20, 1911 - March 31, 2008 Paul E. King, 96, of Delphos, died at 2:15 a.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born April Continue » Knights roll past Blue Jays 11-1Sports (635 words)
CONVOY — Crestview took advantage of nine unearned runs against St. John’s pitchers on a sunny Wednesday afternoon, beating the Blue Jays (0-2) 11-1 in Continue » Jefferson track opens with sweepSports (535 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Jefferson’s track teams opened with victories Wednesday night in a triangular meet held at the Scott Memorial Track in Delphos. The boys Continue » Vicks Vaporub and QuinineLocal News (400 words)
By Dick Suever All of this talk about global warming got me to thinking about today’s relatively mild winters compared to the frigid, snowy winters I Continue » Fantastic Fizz Experiments at libraryLocal News (61 words)
Librarian Audrey Kimmet shows Karie Ladd, 8, left, and Ashley Herman, 7, how pumping air into a bottle filled with water and marshmallows changes the Continue » April 5th, 2008 Preschoolers ‘visit’ Safety TownLocal News (52 words)
Preschool teacher Kara Stechschulte taught a Safety Town Class today at St. John’s Annex. The children learned about wearing seat belts, bicycle and pedestrian safety. Continue » Miller twirls 1-hitter vs. JaysSports (748 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson junior Josh Miller was oh-so-close to a no-hit perfect game Thursday night against cross-town rival St. John’s. He ended up settling for a Continue » Ottoville to present ‘Honk!’Local News (226 words)
The Ottoville High School Music Department will present the musical comedy “Honk!” at 8 p.m. April 11 and 12 in the Ottoville School Auditeria “Honk!” is Continue » Charles and Casey ShireyFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born April 3 to Charles and Casey Shirey of Delphos. Wark’s kindergarten class at Franklin ElementaryLocal News (86 words)
Students in Robin Wark’s kindergarten class at Franklin include, front from left, Kalie Ulm, Taylor Thompson, Cody Osting, Harley Menke, Shelby Maloney, Haley Brown and Continue » Group seeking Marbletown memorabiliaLocal News (166 words)
Members of the Marbletown Festival committee are seeking memorabilia to include in this year’s reprinting of the history book. Copies of photos or other historical items Continue » Letter to the EditorFor the Record (315 words)
DEAR EDITOR: I would like to take some time and thank the Delphos 1 Destroyers indoor soccer team for the most exciting and unforgettable season that Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Curtis Geise. Congratulations Curtis! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Austin Schulte. Congratulations Austin! Local RoundupSports (1397 words)
Jays track teams drop triangular DELPHOS — The St. John’s track and field teams dropped a triangular to Midwest Athletic Conference foes Marion Local and Coldwater Thursday Continue » John M. ‘Jack’ WhitlingFor the Record (127 words)
July 15, 1927 March 2, 2008 John M. “Jack” Whitling, 80, of rural Spencerville, died Wednesday afternoon while pruning some trees near his home. He was born July Continue » Jeffrey and Judith CaputoFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born April 3 to Jeffrey and Judith Caputo of Delphos. Rayman’s watercolors selected for art bookLocal News (615 words)
Two paintings by Pat Rayman of rural Ohio City have been selected to appear in a new book, “Confident Color: An Artist’s Guide to Harmony, Continue » April 7th, 2008 Rural association continues legacy of giving to local fire departmentLocal News (463 words)
For The Delphos Herald In 1950, a group of Marion Township farmers formed an association that has since partnered with the Delphos Fire Department in the Continue » Spring into reading with new offerings at libraryLocal News (1899 words)
Don’t forget — the week of April 14-19 is National Library Week. Be sure to stop in the library that week. Special programs are being Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (599 words)
When one has influence over others, one has a duty to responsibly handle what leadership role accompanies that influence. Influence and leadership go hand-in-hand. However, Continue » Letters from LarryLocal News (929 words)
By Larry Baum One of the most exciting moments I have had was being on the rail at Belmont Race Track (the “flats”) in NYC and Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (157 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 » DPL to hold four National Library Week eventsLocal News (107 words)
The Delphos Public Library will celebrate National Library Week April 14-19 with free fines, give-a-ways and the four following events. Professional organizer Janet Jackson will teach Continue » Renovation uncovers treasuresLocal News (570 words)
OTTOVILLE — One might forget news heard on the radio or news seen on the television, but the printed word is able to refresh the Continue » This and ThatFor the Record (1290 words)
Some things change and some things stay the same. The population of Fort Jennings has hovered around 500 for several years. The size of the Continue » April 8th, 2008 Bernard J. SauberFor the Record (269 words)
Feb. 6, 1917 April 4, 2008 Bernard J. “Siz” Sauber, 91, of Delphos, died at 9:25 p.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center of Delphos. He was born Continue » Jefferson boys earn team scholastic awardSports (84 words)
The Jefferson varsity boys basketball team earned the Academic Team All-Ohio Award for the third straight season under head coach Marc Smith. The award is given Continue » For the Record (17 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born April 4 to Chad Heffner and Amanda McCune-Heffner of Spencerville. Brinkman/SullyLifestyles (88 words)
Jill Brinkman and Walter Wallace of Columbus announce the engagement of their daughter, Whitney Sue Wallace, to Justin Andrew Sully, son of Heidi and Roger Continue » Comedy nightLocal News (42 words)
The Spencerville Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature three stand-up comedians from the nationally-syndicated “Bob and Tom Show” at 7:30 p.m. April 26. Tickets are $10 Continue » Elida track fifth at CelinaSports (116 words)
The Elida boys and girls track teams finished fifth at the Celina Invitational held Saturday. The Bulldogs are next in action Tuesday. Girls Placers: Pole Vault: Emily Kerber: Continue » City, minor league tryoutsSports (83 words)
Try-outs for the Delphos city and minor leagues will be held at 6 p.m. today and Tuesday at the Little League Diamond at Stadium Park. The Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Nathan Hoffman. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Fallon Vandyke. FFA celebrates successLocal News (718 words)
DELPHOS —  More than 300 people attended the annual Delphos FFA Parent-Member Banquet Sunday at Jefferson High School. FFA members recapped the past year of activities Continue » April 9th, 2008 Letter to EditorFor the Record (228 words)
DEAR EDITOR: The Annin Flag Company in Coshocton, one of the nations oldest flag companies, just laid off a large number of employees, and had to Continue » Jays seeking boys head golf coachSports (52 words)
St. John’s Athletic Director Todd Schulte has announced that the school is seeking a boys head golf coach to replace Tom Rekart. Anyone interested should call Continue » Duane M. “Bones” BinkleyFor the Record (121 words)
Dec. 24, 1921-April 6, 2008 Duane M. “Bones” Binkley, 86, of near Kossuth, died at 5:27 p.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center, where he had Continue » Lucille WagnerFor the Record (26 words)
Lucille Wagner, 83, of Spencerville, died at 12:35 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Thomas E. Bayliff Funeral Home in Continue » Scott and Amy SchulteFor the Record (44 words)
A boy, Isaac Theodore, was born April 7 to Scott and Amy Schulte of St. Marys. He will be welcomed home by a brother, Clayton, and Continue » Wages of WarLocal News (514 words)
By EDYTHE DEAN The immediate cause of World War I was the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand, heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne on June 28, 1914, in Continue » Tiffany Revolt and Lewis ModicaFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born April 7 to Tiffany Revolt and Lewis Modica of Spencerville. Parkway stays perfect vs. ’CatsSports (695 words)
ROCKFORD — Jefferson coach Troy Montenery figured Monday night’s baseball showdown at unbeaten Parkway would be a good test to see where his Wildcats stood. He Continue » Local RoundupSports (767 words)
Minster shackles Jefferson in softball MINSTER — Jefferson’s youthful fast-pitch girls softball team dropped its opening game of the season 4-0 at Minster Monday night. Senior Shauna Bowers Continue » Kimmet helping villagers get clean waterLocal News (538 words)
CINCINNATI — College students are known for various extra-curricular activities aside from athletics. For one Fort Jennings native, philanthropy tops the list. Neil Kimmet is in Continue » April 10th, 2008 Jay hardballers erupt to bash PioneersSports (513 words)
The Delphos Herald LIMA — St. John’s had scored a total of two runs in its first four baseball games this spring when they headed to Continue » Guitar Hero contest added to Relay eventsLocal News (440 words)
DELPHOS — With 40 teams registered and money coming in each month, the Delphos Relay for Life is already off to a good start. Top teams Continue » Fast start propels Miller CityLocal News (546 words)
DELPHOS — Miller City felt right at home as the “host” team Tuesday night at Wildcat Field in Delphos. They scored all eight of their runs Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Heather Bergfeld. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Taylor Vangrootheest. Martha D. FreewaltFor the Record (100 words)
Nov. 10, 1950 - April 7, 2008 Martha Diane Freewalt, 57, of Delphos and formerly of Mendon, died at 5:52 p.m. Monday at her sister’s residence Continue » Baseball — steroids, strikeouts and … whateverSports (316 words)
Does it seem like the Roger Clemens fiasco is becoming even more entangled and screwed up? Say what you will about Jose Canseco but his book Continue » N. Lucille WagnerFor the Record (192 words)
April 19, 1924 - April 8, 2008 N. Lucille Wagner, 83, of Delphos and formerly of Spencerville died at 12:34 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Continue » Mary A. RuckFor the Record (206 words)
Dec. 8, 1928 - April 8, 2008 Mary A. Ruck, 79, of Cridersville, died at 8:15 a.m. Tuesday at her residence. She was born Dec. 8, 1928, Continue » Norman W. JonesFor the Record (145 words)
Nov. 15, 1918 April 7, 2008 Norman W. Jones, 89, of Port Richey, Fla., formerly of Delphos, died at 3:12 a.m. Monday at Parkside Health Care Center Continue » Bulldogs down Lady Green in PCL actionSports (370 words)
COLUMBUS GROVE — The Columbus Grove Lady Bulldogs got a stellar pitching performance from Heather Bartz Tuesday afternoon. The hurler struck out 10 batters, while Kristy Continue » Donna Jane HerfurthFor the Record (115 words)
May 19, 1921 - April 8, 2008 Donna Jane Herfurth, 86, of Spencerville, died at 6:45 a.m. Tuesday at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital in St. Continue » Ottoville native’s widow receives his awardLocal News (236 words)
On March 28, at Independence Hall at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Rhode Island, Bettie Weber, wife of the late Ken Weber, was Continue » Claire Marie WrasmanFor the Record (170 words)
March 4, 2008 - April 8, 2008 Claire Marie Wrasman, 35 days, died at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday at Children’s Hospital in Columbus. She was born March 4 Continue » Council approves ambulance purchaseLocal News (927 words)
By GREG SCHERGER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Delphos City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening and addressed a heavy and varied slate of legislation and Continue » Letters from LarryLocal News (831 words)
Larry Baum My mother would always make such a huge fuss over my birthday that it was embarrassing to me. I always questioned whether I Continue » April 11th, 2008 Gertrude E. BrownFor the Record (186 words)
Nov. 7, 1914 - April 8, 2008 Gertrude E. Brown, 93, of Lima, died Tuesday. She was born Nov. 7, 1914, in West Mansfield, to Lanson and Continue » Stalkamp Woods adventuresLocal News (541 words)
 By DICK SUEVER I always looked forward to spring knowing that Mom would soon take me with her to explore Stalkamp Woods.  We scaled the fence Continue » Emma Florence (Berryman) Baker-BunnFor the Record (249 words)
March 8, 1910 - April 9, 2008 Emma Florence (Berryman) Baker-Bunn, 98, of Grover Hill, died at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Meadows of Kalida. She was Continue » Herald Relay team sets bingoLocal News (59 words)
The Delphos Herald Relay for Life team will offer bingo on Sunday at the American Legion Post, 415 N. State St., Delphos. Doors open at 1 Continue » For the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born April 9 to Kevin and Elizabeth Horstman of Ottoville. Judges tap Monfort to vie for National Jefferson AwardLocal News (497 words)
The Jefferson Awards judges selected eight individuals from 24 nominations submitted for the prestigious national public service award in early March. All eight winners received Continue » Jays hold on versus T-BirdsSports (647 words)
DELPHOS — The St. John’s baseball team needed a sixth-inning rally to win its first game of the season Tuesday night. Wednesday night, they needed to Continue » Van Wert 4-H holds annual banquetLocal News (687 words)
4-H is building today for a better tomorrow  was this year’s theme of the annual Van Wert County 4-H Banquet. Emceed by 4-H Council President Continue » Students of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Michael Lehmkuhle. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Dustin Nye. Library waits for roof repairsLocal News (287 words)
DELPHOS — During Wednesday’s Library Board meeting, members were informed Cotterman Company would soon begin roof replacement on the older section of the library. A Continue » April 12th, 2008 St. John High School honor rollLocal News (173 words)
“Distinguished” 4.0 Freshmen Tyler Bergfeld, Bailey Calvelage, Tiffany Geise, Bradley Gerberick, Tyler Koester, Trevor Kroeger and Kathryn Wallenhorst. Sophomores Carrie Honigford and Scott Recker. Seniors Dana Martin, Tracy Mueller and Laura Continue » Spring Sports Spirit Day at VantageSports (143 words)
Each season, Vantage Career Center recognizes and celebrates students who participate in extracurricular activities at their home schools. Spring Sports Spirit Day was recently held Continue » Franklin Elementary honor rollLocal News (562 words)
First grade Citizenship Award Seth Brinkman, Blake Glossett, Thurston Miller, Taylor Stocklen, Murae Warnement, August Wurst, Isiah Clay, Dominic Estrada, Kayla Hefner, Josh Johnson, Chloe Kunkleman, Seth Continue » St. John Elementary Honor RollsLocal News (399 words)
First honors – 4.0 Fifth grade Megan Fish, Austin Heiing, Logan Hesseling, Alex Odenweller, Tara Vorst, Samantha Wehri and Elizabeth Winhover. Sixth Grade Nicholas Bockey, Cheyanne Bonifas, Alexis Brickner, Continue » Linda L. FryerFor the Record (122 words)
Nov. 1, 1941 - April 9, 2008 Linda L. Fryer, 65, of rural Spencerville, died Wednesday morning at her residence following a sudden illness. She was born Continue » Vantage Career Center honor rollsLocal News (79 words)
The following students recently made the honor roll at Vantage Career Center. Delphos Jefferson Craig Hoersten, Kaitlin Lindeman, Matt Strayer, Jasmine Boop, Chelsey Gross and Katherine Myers. Fort Continue » Kottenbrock outduels Fisher in baseballSports (450 words)
The Delphos Herald LIMA — Lima Central Catholic’s Travis Kottenbrock outdueled Jefferson’s Sean Fisher on a rainy Thursday night, leading to a 4-3 Northwest Conference baseball Continue » Kylie Honigford maintains family tradition, heads to Rocky Mountains to runSports (823 words, 1 response)
MIDDLE POINT — For the Tony Honigford and Sandy Honigford family, running has been a way of life at Lincolnview. First there was a half-brother, Matt Continue » Clark ‘Expresses’ collegiate choiceSports (491 words)
DELPHOS — Many high school athletes long to continue their careers at the collegiate level but never get the opportunity. St. John’s senior girls basketball standout Continue » Jefferson High School Honor RollLocal News (332 words)
Freshmen Mitchell Antalis, Colin Barclay, Korey Boggs, Logan Bonifas, Hope Bowman, Leigh Brock, Michelle Brotherwood, Shelbi Brown, Nick Cook, Bridget Culp, John Duel, Ryan Ebbeskotte, Derrick Continue » Hoersten announces retirement from GroveSports (460 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald COLUMBUS GROVE — It wasn’t one thing that made the decision for long-time Columbus Grove High School administrator/coach/teacher Jerry Hoersten. It was Continue » Jefferson Middle School honor rollsLocal News (150 words)
All A honor roll Sixth grade Dena Frye, Rileigh Stockwell and Kenidi Ulm. Seventh grade Adam Bastian, Dylan Haehn, Destiny Thompson, Fallon VanDyke, Jacob Violet and Josie West. Eighth grade Cassidy Continue » Seniors learn about CPR, cancerLocal News (97 words)
Senior boys at St. John’s High School learned CPR techniques and other life-saving measures Thursday. Senior girls will get their turn today. High school Continue » Delayed paving projects to beginLocal News (457 words)
Staff reports LIMA — The Ohio Department of Transportation’s Lima office announced Thursday its summer projects include paving in Delphos. State Route 66, State Route 697 (Second Continue » April 14th, 2008 Pet CornerLocal News (205 words)
The Humane Society of Allen County has many pets waiting to be adopted. Each comes with a spay or neuter, first shots, and a heartworm Continue » Schlatter shuts out Lady ’CatsSports (546 words)
DELPHOS — Antwerp’s Bryn Schlatter was masterful Friday afternoon, throwing a 2-hitter at Jefferson and fanning 14 in a 4-0 goose-egg of the Lady Wildcats Continue » We don’t always get to pick the placeFor the Record (705 words)
I thought I would catch you all up on Cameron this week. I want to thank all of you who inquire about him and I Continue » Local Taxidermist wins awardSports (83 words)
Master Taxidermist Steve Burgei of Ottoville, owner of Steve’s Taxidermy and Tannery, was recently awarded the Ohio State Champion Reptile Medallion, a Blue Ribbon, Best Continue » Letters from LarryFor the Record (791 words)
by Larry Baum One of the finest and least extolled aspects of life is condiments. You don’t have to accept life or food as is because you Continue » Revitalization projects still going strongLocal News (627 words)
DELPHOS — Over the past 12 months, downtown businesses have been offered matching funds from the state to make improvements to their buildings. The Downtown Continue » This and ThatLocal News (1150 words)
Landeck and area residents were treated to a program on Landeck History presented by Sam Bonifas at the CK of O Hall in Continue » Delphos teen wins guitar in contestLocal News (234 words)
DELPHOS — A Delphos teen who won a recent Guitar Hero contest was awarded his prize — a guitar, of course. Rick Jacomet, 18, competed against Continue » April 15th, 2008 Kid’s book reviewsLocal News (558 words)
Uglies By Scott Westerfield Scholastic, 2005 Tally is turning 15 in the book Uglies. Where she lives, everyone receives an operation when they turn 16. The operations turns Continue » Glennadine M. BearFor the Record (118 words)
Aug. 21, 1926 - April 12, 2008 Glennadine M. Bear, 81, of Delphos, died at 8:28 p.m. Saturday at her daughter’s residence in Lima. She was born Continue » Wallace/SullyLifestyles (87 words)
Jill Brinkman and Walter Wallace of Columbus announce the engagement of their daughter, Whitney Sue Wallace, to Justin Andrew Sully, son of Heidi and Roger Continue » Hanlin stays active at age 65Sports (565 words)
DELPHOS — Today’s population in the United States of America may be aging but it seems more and more of society’s “elders” aren’t “acting their Continue » Class of ’58 to plan reunionLocal News (29 words)
The Jefferson class of 1958 will hold a planning meeting for its 50th class reunion at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Topp Chalet. All class members Continue » For the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born April 11 to Jason and Heidi Sadler of Elida. 32nd Annual Spencerville Bearcat RelaysSports (1170 words)
At Moeller Track Spencerville Girls Team Rankings: St. John’s 106, Columbus Grove 66, Spencerville 58, Marion Local 54, Cory-Rawson 40, St. Henry 33, Crestview 26, Ada 17 Boys Continue » Middle Point Lions plan annual chicken dinnerLocal News (75 words)
The Middle Point Lions Club will hold its 40th annual chicken dinner from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 25 at Lincolnview Local Schools. All the chicken one Continue » Van Wert SWCD offering scholarshipsLocal News (60 words)
The Van Wert Soil and Water Conservation District is offering one $500 scholarship to a college student studying agriculture, natural resources or a related field Continue » Chamber, investors celebrate past year’s accomplishmentsLocal News (835 words)
DELPHOS — More than 236 chamber members were “hypnotized” by a program by Bill Gladwell at the 16th annual Robert G. Gillespie Memorial Dinner Saturday Continue » April 16th, 2008 Casey and Candace KeatingFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born April 14 to Casey and Candace Keating of Elida. Fries outduels Bowers in NWCSports (597 words)
DELPHOS — Monday night at Lady Wildcat Field was an old-fashioned pitchers’ duel. Jefferson’s Shauna Bowers and Lincolnview’s Kela Fries ruled the other’s batting order supreme Continue » Putnam students attend D.A.R.E. graduationLocal News (297 words)
By MARY M. GROTHAUSE The Associated Press Sixth-grade students at Ottoville and fifth-grade students at Fort Jennings were honored during D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies held Monday at their Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Evan Hays. Congratulations Evan! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Jessica Hardin. Congratulations Jessica! Gale Dean StrayerFor the Record (246 words)
July 5, 1935 April 13, 2008 Gale Dean Strayer, 72, of Delphos, died at 10:31 a.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born July 5, 1935, Continue » A cat of many colorsLocal News (768 words)
by Dr. John Jones Ruthie is quite a cat. More dog than cat really, at least behaviorally, she is named in honor of our adopted office Continue » Rahrig and Joseph stymie Lancer batsSports (577 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Junior Mike Rahrig and senior southpaw Damon Joseph made quick work of Northwest Conference foe Lincolnview Monday night. The two Jefferson hurlers Continue » Justin and Malinda FastFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born April 14 to Justin and Malinda Fast of Spencerville. Local RoundupSports (1052 words)
Raiders down Lady Green OTTOVILLE — Wayne Trace’s softball unit invaded Ottoville Community Park Monday afternoon and went back to Haviland with a 9-3 victory over the Continue » School board to seek bus bidsLocal News (652 words)
DELPHOS — School board members worked ahead Monday evening and approved supplemental contracts for the 2008-09 school year. Dave Hoffman will serve as head girls Continue » April 17th, 2008 For the Record (29 words)
St. Rita’s Medical Center A girl was born April 14 to Andrea and Travis Lawson of Elida. A girl was born April 16 to Catherine and Tim Continue » Out of the mists of long agoSports (411 words)
Sometimes you just never know what I will write about — sometimes I don’t. I was perusing through the web the other day, looking at sites Continue » Ernest K. WolkeFor the Record (245 words)
Jan. 20, 1926 April 15, 2008 Ernest K. Wolke, 82, of Delphos, died at 7:10 a.m. Tuesday at his residence. He was born Jan. 20, 1926, in Cloverdale, Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (961 words)
Lady Green outslugs Pioneers LIMA — Ottoville’s fast-pitch softball team won a slugfest at Lima Temple Christian Tuesday night, winning a 10-9 non-league affair. Adria Wannemacher and Gina Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Cortney Sanders. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Lucas Miller. Jays continue track progressSports (1610 words)
DELPHOS — Both St. John’s track and field head coaches have been biding their time this season. Girls coach Dave Desenberg and boys head man Jay Continue » Village to consider easement for new eateryLocal News (624 words)
FORT JENNINGS —Residents here may soon see a new restaurant on Water Street. Roger Rex asked Fort Jennings Village Council on Tuesday evening for an easement Continue » Big Green upends Jeffcats in baseballSports (709 words)
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville head baseball coach Tony Castronova felt that Tuesday’s home game versus Jefferson was a huge one for his young squad. The Big Green Continue » Delphos students weigh in on Dalai Lama debateLocal News (569 words)
By TYLER HOWARD The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — In recent months, the friction between Tibet and the Chinese government has intensified. The decades-long struggle for autonomy by Continue » April 18th, 2008 Red Cross ‘Dining for Dollars II’Local News (213 words)
Juan’s Recuerdos Mexican Restaurant invites our community to dinner from 4-9 p.m. on Friday. Juan’s will host Dinning for Dollars II as a fund raising event Continue » Slow start mars Lady ’Cats’ effortSports (296 words)
PERRY TOWNSHIP —  In a contest that looked like it was going to be a long evening for the Jefferson Lady Wildcats softball team turned Continue » Van Wert County 4-Hers got talent!Local News (405 words)
The annual 4-H Talent Show and Public Speaking contest held March 29 at the Marsh Foundation Auditorium featured 18 individual performances from 4-H members. These participants Continue » Fairboard offers 3rd collector basketLocal News (240 words)
Van Wert County Fair fans will have a special opportunity to add to their fair memorabilia collection while supporting the Van Wert County Agricultural Society Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Jason Wittler. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Karen Cline. Jays ‘walk’ over MusketeersSports (866 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Much of winning baseball is about playing good defense, not giving the opponent extra or “free” at-bats and timely hitting. St. John’s took Continue » Delphos soccer sign-ups comingLocal News (256 words)
The Delphos Soccer Association has announced times for sign-ups for the 2008 fall soccer season. Parents can sign up their child(ren) at McDonalds in Delphos 8 Continue » Klein continuing his golf dreams at collegiate levelLocal News (717 words)
DELPHOS — Dillon Klein has spent the last four seasons on the Jefferson golf team looking for challenges. He won a state title in Division III Continue » Conkers entertain for ‘National Library Week’Local News (55 words)
Musical story tellers, The Conkers: Bill Henderson, left, Sharon Wildermuth, Sheila Benson and Mike Wildermuth entertained a crowd of approximately 30 Wednesday night at the Continue » April 19th, 2008 Jays rally, score in 7th to squeeze by Big GreenSports (932 words)
DELPHOS — Thursday’s Ottoville at St. John’s baseball clash proved a lesson about playing seven innings for both teams. The Big Green led 5-0 after the Continue » Donald BrownFor the Record (23 words)
Donald Brown, 92, died at 12:14 a.m. at Baton Rouge Health Care in Lima. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Leta IrickFor the Record (130 words)
Oct. 30, 1906 - April 16, 2008 Leta Irick, 101, of Plymouth, Ind. and formerly of Delphos, died at 6:50 a.m. Wednesday at Miller’s Merry Manor Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (782 words)
Lady Jeffcats get first win of season PAULDING — Jefferson’s fast-pitch softball team had been struggling with its youth, starting 2008 0-5. The Lady Wildcats finally got that Continue » Children visit Postal MuseumLocal News (62 words)
Children in the Public Library reading program listened as Postal Museum docent Bob Schmit explained how they could enter the stamp design contest. During their Continue » FFA Food for AmericaLocal News (159 words)
   Cheyanne Scirocco and her classmates at Franklin Elementary enjoy visiting with a horse at Heidelbaugh Sheep Farm on Peltier Road Thursday as part of Continue » April 21st, 2008 Donald E. BrownFor the Record (188 words)
Feb. 15, 1916 - April 18, 2008 Donald E. Brown, 92, of Delphos, died at 12:14 a.m. Friday at Baton Rouge Health Care in Lima. He was Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (266 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 (487 words)
In our Good Times publication, there is a section that highlights the prices of the everyday items we all use, like eggs, milk, bread, etc., Continue » Van Wert YMCA sets summer tripsLocal News (571 words)
The Van Wert YWCA is offering a variety of enjoyable trips ranging from one day to extended this summer.  It is the ideal way to Continue » Window to the PastLocal News (2416 words)
Orville Wright made the two greatest aeroplane flights ever made publicly in this country, when, during a test at Fort Myers, he remained in the Continue » Waldo L. BakerFor the Record (191 words)
Aug. 31, 1923-April 18, 2008 Waldo L. Baker, 84, of Delphos, died at 6:19 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Aug. 31, 1923, Continue » Salute to our VeteransLocal News (915 words)
VENEDOCIA — Though it’s common for one’s march through life to take unexpected turns, the contrasts can be astounding. The Rev. John Medaugh, 74, decided on Continue » Digital switch will not make old TVs obsoleteLocal News (298 words)
Because an array of incorrect information drips down the local grapevine, confusion abounds concerning how useful one’s television will be after midnight on Feb. 17, Continue » Jefferson Boys Basketball AwardsSports (89 words)
Boys Basketball Awards Jefferson held its annual boys basketball awards ceremony Sunday. Winners of the Robert Christy Award for 2007-08 were, left to right, seniors Michael Continue » Free video calls to Iraq offeredLocal News (92 words)
The Allen County Educational Service Center will host 30-minute video- conferencing sessions with soldiers in Iraq and their loved ones. All sessions are free of charge Continue » Letters from LarryFor the Record (841 words)
 By Larry Baum I like a heavy polo shirt that fits and has a cool descriptive logo. For a T-shirt to fit me the way I Continue » Salvia may be the next teen highLocal News (489 words)
In widespread fashion, teens use social networking sites for everything from posting blogs to bullying their peers. They also use the Internet to spread information Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (812 words)
Archers outduel Lady Lancers ANTWERP — Antwerp scored a run in the bottom of the sixth inning and Bryn Schlatter outdueled Kela Fries as the Lady Archers Continue » April 22nd, 2008 Mr. and Mrs. Rob StantLifestyles (96 words, 1 response)
Rob and Carolyn Stant celebrated 25 years of marriage on March 19. They are the children of John and Janelle Friedrich and Robert Stant Sr. and Continue » For the Record (32 words)
St. Rita’s Medical Center A boy was born April 18 to Nichole and Craig Ellerbrock from Fort Jennings. A girl was born April 19 to Kanesha Flint Continue » Franklin Relay team offers cookbookLocal News (54 words)
The Franklin Elementary faculty and staff Relay For Life team is selling cookbooks as a fundraiser. In the cookbooks are recipes submitted by the teachers and Continue » Stant/ShuttLifestyles (126 words)
Rob and Carolyn Stant of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Trisha Ann, to Kyle Weston Shutt, son of Mark and Sandi Shutt of Continue » America coming to NPAC May 3Local News (288 words)
The Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio proudly presents one of the most beloved and influential groups of the 1970’s, America, at 7:30 p.m. Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Ralph SpielesLifestyles (94 words)
Ralph and Tillie Spieles of Delphos will observe 70 years of marriage on April 23. They will celebrate with a family gathering on April 27 at Continue » MINSTER TRACK MEETLocal News (1441 words)
2008 Minster Memorial Invitational Track Meet Girls Team Rankings: Versailles 127.50, Minster 118, Fort Loramie 90, St. John’s 69, New Bremen 64, Ansonia 44.50, Marion Local Continue » Error opens door for FlyersSports (593 words)
MARIA STEIN — One error was all it took. St. John’s had battled to a 2-all tie in the bottom of the sixth versus Marion Local Continue » VWCT to present ‘Nunsense’ musicalLocal News (234 words)
Van Wert Civic Theatre will close the season with the musical comedy “Nunsensations: The Nunsense Vegas Revue,” opening May 1 for an 11 performance run Continue » Spring Fling kicks off Limaland 2008Sports (860 words)
For The Delphos Herald LIMA — The 2008 racing season got underway at Limaland Motorsports Park Friday night. On a beautiful night in Northwest Ohio, a huge Continue » Schulte/BrennemanLifestyles (85 words)
Paul and Linda Schulte of Glandorf announce the engagement of their daughter, Lisa Marie, to Robert Kirk Brenneman, son of Robert and Barbara Brenneman and Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Emily Horstman. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Ashley Simerly. Wildcats erupt in 6th to rout VikingsSports (782 words)
DELPHOS — It was only one play in the top of the sixth inning. It was likely the play of the game. With Jefferson clinging to a Continue » TRACK ROUNDUPSports (3869 words)
Bulldog Invitational (late Friday) At Columbus Grove Points: 10-8-6-4-2-1. Girls Team Scores: Ottoville 80.5, Columbus Grove 77.5, Shawnee 71, McComb 63, Riverdale 46.5, Arlington 44, Paulding 37, Continental Continue » Goergens/AllenLifestyles (64 words)
Thomas and Mary Kay Goergens of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Amber Nicole, to Tyler John Allen, son of John and Robin Allen Continue » Legion honors past leadersLocal News (663 words)
DELPHOS - He can say he invented the Internet and it would be true. Van Wert native Samuel J. Worthington was the guest speaker at Continue » April 23rd, 2008 Jefferson bops rival SpencervilleSports (857 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Jefferson’s baseball team seems to have found its stride. Spencerville was the latest victim Monday night, succumbing 9-4 in Northwest Conference action Continue » Kathleen A. ‘Kathy’ RobinsonFor the Record (337 words)
Oct. 4, 1957 - April 20, 2008 Kathleen A. “Kathy” Robinson, 50, of Lima, died at 7:47 a.m. Sunday at her residence. She was born Oct. 4, Continue » Ottoville OKs contractsLocal News (415 words)
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville School Board met Monday evening and issued  contracts for the following personnel. Teaching contracts were issued for Sara Imm, Elaine Schimmoeller, Brad Schomaeker, Continue » The United States goes to warLocal News (1023 words)
The patriotic young men who marched off to war to the tune of “Tipperary” were an optimistic group. Having mainly grown up in the rural Continue » D.A.R.E. sets fishing derbyLocal News (115 words)
The third bi-annual Van Wert Dare Fishing Derby will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. May 3 and 4 at the Middle Point Continue » Bowers gets better of KellerSports (565 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson’s Shauna Bowers and Spencerville’s Haley Keller are two of the premiere pitchers in the area in girls fast-pitch softball. They lived up to Continue » United Equity offers bondsLocal News (283 words)
The United Equity, Inc. has been approved by the Ohio Division of Securities for the offering of debenture bonds. These bonds are presented for a five-year Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPLocal News (645 words)
Pilots shut out Lady Green OTTOVILLE — Ottoville’s fast-pitch softball unit fell to 2-7 as Ayersville’s Maughauk shut them out 10-0 Monday night at Ottoville Community Continue » City sets annual cleanupLocal News (129 words)
DELPHOS —  For the fourth year, the City of Delphos is offering its citywide spring cleanup. The program will be held from 8-11 a.m. Saturday Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Ben Wrasman. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Ashley Rode. Kiddies enjoy spring weatherLocal News (76 words)
Temperatures in the low 70s drew children to the park and allowed for spring yard work Monday. Above, Morgan Schuck, 2, and Jaden Lucas, 3, Continue » April 24th, 2008 Odenweller to run for autismLocal News (158 words)
Susan Odenweller is participating in a fundraising event that will benefit the treatment of children with autism. The 13.1-mile event will be held in Louisville, Kentucky Continue » Indians’ rally sinks Lady ’CatsSports (615 words)
DELPHOS — Fort Recovery scored three runs in the top of the fifth inning versus Jefferson Tuesday night. That was enough as the Lady Indians sank Continue » Van Wert Engineer Bridge Department wins “Best Tool” award at state meetingLocal News (189 words)
The Van Wert County Engineer Bridge Department employees recently attended a statewide bridge conference at Deer Creek State Park. Each spring, County bridge workers from around Continue » Church sets Mother-Daughter Welsh TeaLocal News (28 words)
Gomer United Church of Christ will hold a Mother-Daughter Welsh Tea at 3 p.m. May 4. The cost is $5 per person. Author Raelene Phillips will speak. For Continue » Errors cost Blue Jays dearly vs. VersaillesSports (465 words)
The Delphos Herald VERSAILLES — All one has to look at to decide who won the St. John’s at Versailles baseball game Tuesday night was the Continue » Two-time cancer survivor addresses peersLocal News (577 words)
DELPHOS — Cancer survivors are known as models of triumphant determination. In a community with an abundance of such inspirational heroes, those who receive their Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Lauren Klausing. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Josh Miller. LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (842 words)
Bogart outduels Gerdeman FORT JENNINGS — Columbus Grove ace Nate Bogart outdueled Fort Jennings ace Ross Gerdeman for a 2-0 Putnam County League baseball victory Tuesday Continue » Danica finally gets monkey off her backSports (700 words)
You just knew I’d have to throw in my two cents — with inflation, a nickel — about Danica Patrick becoming the first woman to Continue » Patricia (Tone) JonesFor the Record (212 words, 1 response)
April 25, 1931 - April 21, 2008 Patricia (Tone) Jones, 76, of Gomer, died at 7:45 p.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born April Continue » Kathleen A. ‘Kathy’ RobinsonFor the Record (337 words)
Oct. 4, 1957 - April 20, 2008 Kathleen A. “Kathy” Robinson, 50, of Lima, died at 7:47 a.m. Sunday at her residence. She was born Oct. 4, Continue » Council OKs contract with firefightersLocal News (988 words)
By GREG SCHERGER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Delphos City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening, again addressing a wide variety of topics among 15 ordinances Continue » April 25th, 2008 Scholars of the DayLocal News (19 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Dylan Krendl. Congratulations Dylan! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Eric Hoersten. Congratulations Eric! Girl finds nine-headed dandelionLocal News (20 words)
Brandy Sloan of West Clime Street found this nine-headed dandelion Wednesday. Mayor to bring Tree Commission to councilLocal News (342 words)
DELPHOS — The city will soon have a Tree Commission in place to monitor tree planting and care within the city. Members of the Green Thumb Continue » Wildcats win wild one vs. JaysSports (694 words)
DELPHOS — Wednesday night’s Bath at St. John’s baseball game at Stadium Park was not one for defensive purists — the teams combined for 12 Continue » Harold A. PatrickFor the Record (79 words)
July 15, 1919 - April 22, 2008 Harold A. Patrick, 88, of rural Spencerville, died at 8 a.m. Tuesday at his residence. He was born July 15, Continue » Local RoundupSports (617 words)
T-Birds pound Big Green LIMA — Lima Central Catholic rode a 16-hit attack to pummel Ottoville 7-1 in non-conference baseball action Wednesday at Rhodes State College. Drew Continue » Grandparents Day at OttovilleLocal News (40 words)
Ottoville Elementary students presented a musical skit, Putnam County “Old MacDonald Had a Farm,” Wednesday for Grandparents Day. Kindergarteners through third-grade students performed square dancing Continue » K of C Patriotism AwardsLocal News (436 words)
Terrance Edgette, second from left, Faithful Navigator of Bishop Neumann Assembly 829, Lima, Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus has announced the winners of its annual Continue » Life on the farmLocal News (562 words)
By Dick Suever We very seldom went upstairs because that area was not required living space for our family of five. However, those rooms and closets Continue » Jefferson to present ‘Bye, Bye, Birdie’Local News (155 words)
Jefferson High School will be presenting the musical “Bye Bye Birdie” at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday in the Jefferson Middle School Auditorium. Conrad Continue » April 26th, 2008 Otmer ‘Ott’ MoenterFor the Record (230 words)
May 7, 1914 - April 24, 2008 Otmer “Ott” Moenter, 93, of Delphos, died at 2:35 p.m. Thursday at Vancrest Healthcare Center in Delphos. He was born Continue » Local RoundupSports (2200 words)
Rahrig dominant vs. Mustangs JEFFERSON — Though Allen East was the “home” team Thursday at Wildcat Field, Jefferson junior Mike Rahrig was right at home, combining Continue » Jays’ rally dooms Big GreenSports (931 words)
OTTOVILLE — It must have seemed like deja vu all over again for Ottoville’s baseball unit Thursday night. On April 17 at Stadium Park, the Big Continue » Marbletown Fest to have web siteLocal News (250 words)
DELPHOS — Members of the Marbletown Festival Committee met Thursday evening and proceeded on plans to activate the web site. Jefferson High School students have Continue » April 28th, 2008 Kaple gets name in prime spot at Ottoville complexSports (566 words)
OTTOVILLE — Bob Kaple can remember when there was no cross country or track and field teams at Ottoville. He can because he started both programs Continue » Spring has spring - or has it?For the Record (571 words)
This has been a great week as far as the weather goes. My flower beds are cleaned out and ready for annuals and a fresh layer Continue » Heroin expanding to rural areasLocal News (713 words)
As incidents of heroin use are discovered in rural areas such as Kenton and Waynesfield, those in law enforcement are becoming alarmed. Though regional usage Continue » Webb, walks lead Jays past CardinalsSports (630 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s only got one hit Friday night versus Midwest Athletic Conference unbeaten New Bremen at Stadium Park. With the wind blowing in, they Continue » This and ThatLocal News (432 words)
Back in the 40s, whenever we heard the sound of an airplane, we yelled, “Airplane! Airplane!” and ran outside to take a look. Mary Sergant remembers Continue » School StuffLocal News (468 words)
The Ohio Department of Education governs the instruction of “state academic content standards” which spell out what is to be taught at each grade level.  Continue » Servant Leadership Program opening center in DelphosLocal News (525 words)
DELPHOS —  Last spring, Bishop Albert Ottenweller, who served at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church parish for more than 25 years, visited Delphos Continue » City water recognized for qualityLocal News (211 words)
By MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Though placing 14th of 29 isn’t first place, the accomplishment is a sweet prize for Delphos residents, who have Continue » April 29th, 2008 Hoersten/BostelmanLocal News (95 words)
Donald and Karen Hoersten of Ottoville, announce the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Marie, to Trevor Allen Bostelman, son of Craig Bostelman of Defiance  and Continue » St. Rita’s offers free hearing screeningsLocal News (60 words)
St. Rita’s offers free hearing screenings May is “Better Hearing and Speech Month.” St. Rita’s Audiology Dept. is offering free hearing screenings from 1-4 p.m. on May Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Tricia Warnecke. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Derek Foust. Elks give $400 to Angel FoundationLocal News (171 words)
Van Wert Elks Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, recently donated $400 to The Angel Foundation in Van Wert. The monies, provided thru the Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (2036 words)
Lady ’Cats pummel Rams MCGUFFEY — The Lady Wildcats of Jefferson took their bats to McGuffey Saturday afternoon and swept the Rams of USV (3-11) in Continue » Maxine I. DavisFor the Record (193 words)
Jan. 18, 1921-April 27, 2008 Maxine I. Davis, 87, of Paulding, died at 5 a.m. Sunday at Hawthorn Court Nursing Home, Paulding. She was born Jan. 18, Continue » Betty Lou BrincefieldFor the Record (219 words)
Jan. 14, 1939 - April 27, 2008 Betty Lou Brincefield, 69, of Spencerville, died at 1:03 a.m. Sunday at Triumph Hospital in Lima She was born Jan. Continue » For the Record (28 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born April 26 to Kevin and Gina Sensabaugh of Delphos. A girl was born April 22 to Anthony and Stacy Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Adolph BeiningLifestyles (157 words)
Adolph and Mildred (Beckman) Beining of Ottoville will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on May 8. A Mass and dinner will be celebrated with family on Continue » Jefferson hosting boys cage campSports (113 words)
Marc Smith, Jefferson head boys basketball coach, has scheduled the fourth annual Wildcat Summer Basketball Camp to be held 3-5 p.m. daily from June 9-12 Continue » Jays sweep own invitationalSports (2607 words)
DELPHOS — Good competition, staying healthy, finding depth, looking to peak. At this time of year, track and field coaches all have these things on their Continue » Local pastors to celebrate National Day of PrayerLocal News (87 words)
The Delphos Ministerial Association invites the community to join in celebrating the National Day of Prayer on Thursday. Local pastors will be leading a worship service Continue » St. John’s to present ‘Little Women’Local News (244 words)
St. John’s High School will present “Little Women” at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  Based on author Louis May Alcott’s own family experiences and Continue » Unverferth/StechschulteLocal News (90 words)
James and Jo Ann Unverferth of Kalida announce the engagement of their daughter Kristen Suzanne, to Ryan Joseph Stechschulte, son of Alan and Joyce Stechschulte Continue » April 30th, 2008 Meadows hosts ‘Dine or Dash’Local News (87 words)
The Meadows of Kalida will host a “Dine or Dash” meal from 5-7 p.m. Friday to benefit the 2008 Putnam County Relay for Life. For a Continue » K&M Relay team sets raffle, auctionLocal News (160 words)
The K&M Relay for Life team is holding a raffle for a Cobra GPS unit valued at $450. The tickets are $5 each or 3 for Continue » Butler turns 90 on ThursdayLocal News (75 words)
Eva Butler will celebrate her 90th birthday Thursday with a family celebration. She was born May 1, 1918 to Oscar and Carrie (Taunsberry) Gribbler. She has four Continue » Catherine L. RussellFor the Record (184 words)
March 13, 1968 - April 28, 2008 Catherine L. Russell, 40, of Cloverdale, died at 6:15 a.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born March Continue » For the Record (17 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born April 28 to Crystal Kemper and Nathan Howell of Delphos. Church to host annual saleLocal News (37 words)
Trinity United Methodist Women will hold a garage/bake sale from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the church fellowship hall. Home-made baked goods, home furnishings, Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Victoria Recker. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Sean Osting. Ottoville to get taserLocal News (288 words)
OTTOVILLE — After a couple months worth of discussion, the village council here put the issue of purchasing a taser for the police department to Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (741 words)
Pirates slog past Lady Jeffcats DELPHOS — It was a very sloppy fast-pitch softball game between the Bluffton Pirates and the Jefferson Wildcats Monday night —  and Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Nicole Wallenhorts. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Courtnie Rostorfer. Trouble, trouble and more trouble - again?Sports (420 words)
Why is it that celebrities and professional athletes — not all of them but enough — want us to believe them, to take their word Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (637 words)
Titans sweep triad COLUMBUS GROVE — Ottawa-Glandorf’s track and field unit swept a triangular with Jefferson and Columbus Grove Tuesday at Columbus Grove. The Titan boys garnered Continue » ‘This Week in Baseball’ set at Jefferson HSSports (50 words)
Jefferson head baseball coach Troy Montenery has announced the second weekly “This Week in Baseball” for 6 p.m. Sunday at the high school cafeteria. This week’s Continue » Lady ’Cats bash Big GreenSports (691 words)
DELPHOS — The Jefferson softball team has shown steady progress during the 2008 campaign. Tuesday night was no different, hammering out 10 hits and backing senior Continue » Panthers pound Blue Jays in MAC baseballSports (367 words)
The Delphos Herald ROCKFORD — Parkway’s baseball team has been bashing the ball all season in building up a 13-3 mark. St. John’s saw it up close Continue » Sherrick to start local Parkinson’s support groupLocal News (627 words)
DELPHOS — A support group for those with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and their caregivers will start May 22 at the Delphos Public Library meeting room. Patricia Continue » Bishop shares benefits of Servant LeadershipLocal News (695 words)
DELPHOS — Bishop Albert Ottenweller was in Delphos Tuesday at the Knights of Columbus hall to garner support for his Servant Leadership Center in Toledo. Ottenweller Continue » Master Gardeners set plant saleLocal News (45 words)
The Allen County Master Gardeners will hold a spring plant sale from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday in the empty Eagle Print lot at 314 Continue » Herbert J. BendeleFor the Record (177 words)
Nov. 12, 1920 - April 25, 2008 Herbert John Bendele, 87, of Van Wert, died at 5:20 a.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center in Van Continue » Rahrig throws no-no at PiratesSports (758 words)
DELPHOS — Monday’s Northwest Conference baseball game between Bluffton and Jefferson at Wildcat Field started out with fair weather and ended up in miserable — Continue »