June 2nd, 2008 Lesser known gas saving ideas and moreLocal News (1455 words)
I have owned an electric bicycle for about three years now. Actually, I bought a new Raleigh ladies bike and installed a kit. The kit Continue » Track ResultsSports (588 words)
Tiffin Region 10 Track Meet At Frost-Kalnow Stadium Girls Team Rankings: Attica Seneca East 48, Findlay Liberty-Benton 45, Bluffton 40, Elmore Woodmore 39, Ottoville 34, Columbus Grove Continue » Pool manager advises to plunge safely into summerLocal News (670 words)
DELPHOS — Jaime Vaca was just 17 months old when he drowned in a residential pool last August. Other children had failed to lock the Continue » St. John’s plans graduation Sunday for 66 seniorsLocal News (481 words)
St. John’s High School graduation will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday in the school gym. Co-valedictorians are Dana Martin and Tracy Mueller. Megan Obermeyer received the Continue » This and ThatLocal News (1439 words)
Among the treasures of my personal collection of local history and family history books is a story or biography of an early Mercer County pioneer Continue » Fort Jennings class of 1958 holds reunionLocal News (76 words)
The Fort Jennings High School class of 1958 recently held its 50th reunion. Classmates include, front from left, Catty Schimmoeller, Kay (German) Recker, John Recker, Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (155 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 » Redskins get 3 in the fifth, finish Wildcats’ historical season, tourney trail with 7-6 winSports (794 words)
HUBER HEIGHTS — You often hear the saying, “you dance with the pratner you brought.” Jefferson head baseball coach Troy Montenery followed that maxim Friday afternoon Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (816 words)
(Jay Leno recently read this on The Tonight Show. Snopes.com says Jay Leno only read it, Craig R.Smith wrote it. Sometimes someone says something so Continue » Class of 2008 taps Baker ‘Honorary Wildcat’Local News (421 words)
DELPHOS — From her mother’s knee to reading to her own children and those of her community, this year’s Honorary Wildcat always knew what she Continue » June 3rd, 2008 Kriegel/TuckerLifestyles (83 words)
Rob and Beth Kriegel of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittany Nicole, to Joseph Lynn Tucker, son of Loren and Linda Tucker of Continue » PARK program celebrates 20 yearsLocal News (674 words)
DELPHOS — When Vancrest Health Care Center Rehabilitation Director Bob Kann pioneered a program designed for Parkinson’s patients, he didn’t expect to become a national Continue » Putnam Red Cross sets coursesLocal News (88 words)
The following is the Putnam County Red Cross chapter’s June schedule of events. — CPR for the Professional Rescuer at 9 a.m. June 14, $60 for Continue » Kennel club to host dog showLocal News (34 words)
The Lima Kennel Club will host a dog show June 28-30. Gates will open at 7 a.m. each day and admission will cost $4 per car. A Continue » DAYTON REGIONAL - DIVISION IIISports (1568 words)
At Welcome Stadium Final Results Girls Team Rankings: Versailles 80, Minster 69, Day. Miami Valley School 54, Cin. Mariemont 43, St. John’s 38, Marion Local 33, Ansonia Continue » For the Record (50 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born May 30 to Michael and Ashley Johnson of Spencerville. A girl was born May 30 to Travis and Rachelle Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Jay HintonLifestyles (85 words)
Mr. and Mrs Jay F. Hinton, 3901 Ann Ave., Lafayette, Ind., will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house given by their children Continue » Hermiller leads Delphos pack to ColumbusSports (1392 words)
DAYTON — The ultimate goal at the beginning of the 2008 track and field season in late March was very simple: to run, throw or Continue » Velma L. Davis ZentFor the Record (134 words)
June 6, 1921 - June 1, 2008 Velma Lucille Davis Zent, 86, of Huntington, Ind. and formerly of Venedocia, died at 12:06 p.m. Sunday at Markle Continue » Canal Days karaote tryoutsLocal News (169 words)
The second annual Canal Days Karaoke tryouts will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday at the VFW, 213 W. Fourth St. There will be six chances in Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Marcus Krendl. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Austin Teeters. Mr. and Mrs. Adam HoskingLifestyles (30 words)
Adam and Stephanie Hosking of Delphos will celebrate their first wedding anniversary June 9. Adam and Stephanie LeFevre were married on that date a year ago Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Arthur FischerLifestyles (65 words)
Arthur and Gertrude Fischer celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary May 18 with a Mass at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. A dinner was enjoyed by Continue » 66 receive diplomas at St. John’sLocal News (52 words)
St John’s High School graduate Erin Calvelage makes a final adjustment on Devin Wolke's tie prior to commencement ceremonies Sunday at St. John’s. Sixty-six students Continue » June 4th, 2008 For the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 1 to Eric and Sara Norbeck of Delphos. Kiwanis, Park Board set plans for Fourth of July celebrationLocal News (427 words)
DELPHOS — The Delphos City Parks and Recreation Board, along with the Delphos Kiwanis, have announced plans for the upcoming Fourth of July celebration. The two-day Continue » Dorothy H. LeffersFor the Record (201 words)
Dec. 31, 1920 - June 2, 2008 Dorothy H. Leffers, 87, of Delphos, died at 12:25 p.m. Monday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Dec. Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Trisha Fischer. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Delannie Hicks. Stegaman retires after 44 yearsLocal News (569 words)
DELPHOS — Mary Kay (Wurst) Stegaman knew what she wanted to be when she grew up: a teacher. Forty-four years later and ready for retirement, Continue » June 5th, 2008 Willis E. WatkinsFor the Record (257 words)
Feb. 20, 1928 - June 2, 2008 Willis E. Watkins, 80, of Delphos, died at 10:45 p.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Feb. Continue » Eric L. BohnFor the Record (187 words)
May 12, 1955 - June 3, 2008 Eric L. Bohn, 53, of Delphos, died Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born May 12, 1955, in Continue » State meet brings in best of the bestSports (585 words)
The State Track and Field meet is this weekend and, as usual, our area is well-represented. When you see how seemingly effortlessly these athletes — and Continue » Knothole meeting FridaySports (68 words)
The Knothole informational meetings will be held Friday morning at the Stadium Park shelterhouse. The boys meeting will begin at 9 a.m. with the girls meeting Continue » Pathfinders to help with Relay luminariesLocal News (78 words)
Delphos Pathfinders held their second meeting of the season on May 20. The safety report was given by Stephanie on drowning. The 4H Chicken BBQ will be Continue » OES to hold officer electionsLocal News (44 words)
The Delphos chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star will meet at 6:15 p.m. Thursday at the Masonic Temple for a dinner of soup, Continue » Doramae Yochum BaileyFor the Record (229 words)
April 27, 1921 - June 2, 2008 Doramae Yochum Bailey, 87, of Xenia, died at 1:52 a.m. Monday at Legacy Assisted Living Center in Xenia. She was Continue » Johnny A’s to host motorcycle show SaturdayLocal News (49 words)
Johnny A’s grill and spirits will hold a motorcycle show on Saturday in downtown Delphos. Registration begins at noon on Main Street in front of the Continue » Elida holds first Mini-RelayLocal News (472 words)
ELIDA — “To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true” is the fourth statement of the Optimist Creed. Perhaps Continue » June 6th, 2008 First contestants chosen for Canal Days KaraokeLocal News (138 words)
Melissa Pruitt, left, Neil Mahle and Nancy Grothouse are the first three contestants chosen for the Canal Days Karaoke Contest set for Sept. 21 during Continue » Eagles Auxiliary makes donationsLocal News (85 words)
Eagles Auxiliary President Doris Keller, left, and Treasurer Kathy Siefker,  present $500 checks to three local groups. Amy Hale,  and Sherry Fetzer, Up to the Continue » Aaron and Chris ElwerFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 4 to Aaron and Chris Elwer of Delphos. Jerome SchmitFor the Record (23 words)
Jerome Schmit, 92, of Delphos, died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday at Vancrest Health Care Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Tiffany Roberts and Shane AdamsFor the Record (17 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 4 to Tiffany Roberts and Shane Adams of Spencerville. Kevin and Renee FuerstLocal News (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 4 to Kevin and Renee Fuerst of Delphos. TASA entertains studentsLocal News (64 words)
Members of the St. John’s Elementary school’s Teens Against Substance Abuse group treated their peers to an informative and entertaining presentation Monday. The students told Continue » Gomer history recorded for joint web siteLocal News (186 words)
GOMER — The Welsh history of the village of Gomer is being recorded and will be available on a joint Wales-Ohio web site. Menna Morgan from Continue » Life on the farmLocal News (309 words)
Early the next day I awoke to find people I recognized, and many strangers, roaming around our farm. They were inspecting the farm machinery, animals, Continue » School’s out for the summerLocal News (92 words)
Students in Deb Moenter’s first-grade class at St. John’s Elementary patiently wait for the last bell of the 2007-08 school year Wednesday. Students headed for Continue » June 7th, 2008 Florentine Kathryn Sellet WarneckeFor the Record (232 words)
Sept. 1, 1910 - June 5, 2008 Florentine Kathryn Sellet Warnecke, 97, of Ottoville, died at 1:25 p.m. Thursday at Vancrest Assisted Living. She was born Sept. Continue » For the Record (53 words)
A girl, Alisha Renee, was born June 3 to Greg and April Schimmoeller at Akron General Hospital. Grandparents are Steve and Etta Schimmoeller. Great-grandparents are Arthur Continue » Jerome SchmitFor the Record (289 words)
March 4, 1916 June 4, 2008 Jerome Schmit, 92, of Delphos, died at 9:30 p.m. Wednesday at Vancrest Health Care Center. He was born March 4, 1916, in Continue » Plans shaping upLocal News (153 words)
DELPHOS — Activities for the Marbletown Festival are gearing up for the Aug. 2 event. A clown and a magic show are scheduled to appear at Continue » Billie Lee GrossFor the Record (112 words)
Aug. 15, 1939 June 5, 2008 Billie Lee Gross, 68, of Lima, died Thursday morning at his residence. He was born Aug. 15, 1939, in Lima, to Harold Continue » Van Wert offers Home Garden and Landscaping TourLocal News (528 words)
Van Wert’s Home Garden and Landscaping Tour will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and from 1-4 p.m. Sunday as part of the 2008 Continue » Most locals payLocal News (140 words)
DELPHOS — Every time gasoline prices reach yet another all-time high, urbanites may find it more tempting to pump and skip without paying. The theft Continue » June 10th, 2008 Finality hasn’t sunk in yet for Honigford twinsSports (499 words)
COLUMBUS — Many seniors run their last race, throw their last discus or jump their final vault at the state track and field meet. For Lincolnview’s Continue » Relay’s comin’ around againLocal News (601 words)
Ah! Summer is here, I’m sure of it. The kids are out of school and I can hear the breaks at the pool if I happen Continue » Vorst/CusumanoLifestyles (113 words)
Vorst/Cusumano Mark and Lisa Vorst of Ottoville announce the engagement of their daughter, Shannon Marie, to Jhered Anthony Cusumano, son of Tony and Rhonda Cusumano of Continue » Nickles repeats, gets record to bootSports (1588 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald COLUMBUS — The weather was as much a topic of Friday’s OHSAA State Track and Field Championships at Jesse Owens Memorial Continue » Van Wert plans annual bike tourLocal News (68 words)
The 15th annual Van Wert County Bike Tour will take place July 4. Routes of 18, 32 and 64 miles are offered and bikers taking the Continue » Rotary Music in the Park starts SundayLocal News (178 words)
The annual Rotary Music in the Park series will kick off Sunday with the Ohio State Alumni Marching Band. Touted as the “biggest and best Continue » Averesch/TippieLifestyles (105 words)
Randy and Linda Averesch of Van Wert announce the engagement of their daughter, Miranda Jo, to Andrew George Tippie, son of Cindy Tippie of Findlay Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Aaron GonyaLifestyles (289 words)
Stephanie Marie Scherger and Aaron William Gonya were united in marriage Sept. 8, 2007, at St. John the Evangelist Church, the Rev. Todd Dominique officiating. The Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Jack DevittLifestyles (105 words)
Jack and Helen (Long) Devitt of Ottoville, will celebrate 50 years of marriage June 15 with a family dinner and open house. A trip to Continue » Dorothy W. (Weaver) SmithFor the Record (207 words)
Feb. 21, 1927 - June 6, 2008 Dorothy W. (Weaver) Smith, 81, of Delphos, died at 3 p.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Continue » Franklin Elementary SchoolLocal News (556 words)
First grade Citizenship Award Blake Glossett, Thurston Miller, August Wurst, Dominic Estrada, Daniel Garza, Kayla Hefner, Sara Samons, Kati Scheer, Kierra Diltz, Abigayle Hefner, Kyleigh Hefner, Reece Continue » Summer reading signupLocal News (232 words)
Sign-up for the  Delphos Public Library Summer Reading Program is underway. “Catch the Reading Bug” will feature several activities with arts and crafts, games and snacks Continue » Fort Jennings High SchoolLocal News (255 words)
Honor roll I 3.667 – 4.00 Seniors Aaron Chandler, Andrew Kleman, Matt Krietemeyer, T. J. Mathew, Keith Saum, Kelli Schimmoeller and Adam Von Lehmden. Juniors Josh Calvelage, Lance Gerdeman, Continue » Vorst/LeachLifestyles (99 words)
Mark and Lisa Vorst of Ottoville announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Marie, to Michael Allen Leach, son of  Mark  and  Becky Leach  of  Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Robert MillerLifestyles (48 words)
Robert and Martha (Suever) Miller will celebrate 50 years of marriage June 21 with a family dinner. The couple were married on that date in 1958. They Continue » 2008 OHSAA STATE TRACK AND FIELD RESULTSSports (1940 words)
Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium-Ohio State Univ. Final Results Division III Boys Team Scores: Bluffton (BLU) 54, Gates Mil. Gilmour Acad. (GMG) 40, New Bremen (NBR) 29, Day. Continue » 2008 Van Wert Peony Festival kicks offLocal News (63 words)
Delphos resident Judy Grone, left, attaches paperwork to a painted adirondack chair in Fountain Park. After the widespread success to a similar fundraiser in Delphos Continue » Hermiller, Jays 4×100 cop state track titlesLocal News (1874 words)
COLUMBUS — St. John’s Cameron Hermiller came in to Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium Saturday morning looking to add to the 100-meter dash trophy he secured Continue » Brenneman sisters take a bite out of the ‘Big Apple’Local News (2666 words)
Local residents Louise Sroufe, Linda Mox and Chris Pohlman recently went on a trip to New York City with Louise’s daughter, Terri Christensen. They were also Continue » June 11th, 2008 Daniel J. “Dan” PriceFor the Record (194 words)
March 12, 1980 - June 7, 2008 Daniel J. “Dan” Price, 28, of rural Venedocia, died Saturday afternoon at the scene of a motorcycle accident in Continue » For the Record (53 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 6 to Jason and Kristi Miller of Delphos. A boy was born June 6 to Jeffrey and Bridget Continue » Next Canal Days Karaoke tryouts June 19Local News (144 words)
The second annual Canal Days Karaoke tryouts will begin at 7 p.m. June 19 at the VFW, 213 W. Fourth St. There will be five more Continue » Tickets on sale Saturday for Van Wert County Fair eventsLocal News (435 words)
Tom Osting, president of the Van Wert County Fair Board, has announced tickets for Mark Lowry, Christian comedian and vocalist, with special guests Trinity and Continue » Board waiting on OK of plans for FranklinLocal News (1094 words)
DELPHOS — Delphos City School Board members are waiting for plans to be approved by the state for the repairs to the Franklin Elementary building Continue » June 12th, 2008 Seniors strap on helmets for all-star clashSports (888 words)
The Delphos Herald VAN WERT -- The annual Western Buckeye League vs. Midwest Athletic Conference/Northwest Conference (Northwest Ohio) All-Star football game will once again be held Continue » Gary Ray LongbrakeFor the Record (193 words)
July 12, 1940 June 10, 2008 Gary Ray Longbrake, 67, of Elida, died at 10:08 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born July 12, 1940, Continue » Here’s to ping pong and the little thingsSports (716 words)
“Pingpong Diplomacy.” That’s what it came to be called when the United States and China held an exhibition match of table tennis in April of 1971. That Continue » For the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 10 to Jason and Amanda Wallace of Delphos. Weber inducted into honor societyLocal News (122 words)
Owens Community College student Kayla Weber of Delphos (radiography) was recently were honored for her excellence in higher education, earning membership into the Alpha Omega Continue » BG hosting youth baseball tourneysSports (87 words)
The 41st annual Bowling Green All-Star Baseball Tournaments are slated for July 16-27 (11/12-year-olds and 13/14-year-olds) and July 28 to Aug. 4 (9/10-year-olds). The birthday cutoff Continue » Golf carts may hit the road in DelphosLocal News (814 words)
DELPHOS — Golf carts are often the preferred mode of transportation near lakes and resort areas and they may catch on soon in Delphos. After hearing Continue » June 13th, 2008 Poker run set to benefit Van Wert Relay for LifeLocal News (64 words)
P & R Home IV Service will host a Poker Run June 28 to benefit the Van Wert County Relay for Life. Registration starts at noon Continue » HOGG CREEK SOCCER SCORESSports (111 words)
Wednesday’s Results High School Level @ Bath Kalida - 1 / Bath - 0 Wapak - 4 / Miller City - 1 @ Shawnee St Marys Gold - 5 / Shawnee Continue » LETTER TO EDITORLocal News (86 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Once again Sunday evening I so enjoyed the park and the OSU Alumni Band. It just seems the park and entertainment get better all the Continue » Library installs new microfilm readersLocal News (296 words)
DELPHOS — Two new microfilm readers were installed this week in the genealogy room at the Delphos Public Library. Funding for the equipment came from a Continue » Julie Ann SchoskerFor the Record (230 words)
Dec. 27, 1939 - June 10, 2008 Julie Ann Schosker, 68, of Delphos, died at 11:52 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Dec. Continue » Region on red alert if sirens blareLocal News (944 words)
During Monday’s storm in which an EF-1 tornado touched down in Van Wert County, some Delphos residents questioned why they did not hear the sirens. Continue » Canal Commission planning upgrades to museumLocal News (218 words)
DELPHOS — The only problem with treasures in the attic or the basement is if you can’t negotiate stairs you’ll never get to see them. Members Continue » Relay for Life readies for indoor eventLocal News (281 words)
DELPHOS — “No running in the hallway! This isn’t a track, you know!” These could be the words of any educator who catches a student moving Continue » June 14th, 2008 Hicks to attend UT CampMedLocal News (135 words)
DeLannie Hicks, who will be a freshman this fall at Delphos Jefferson High School, will attend the 11th annual CampMed program at The University of Continue » D. Jean ClappFor the Record (198 words)
April 19, 1933 - June 12, 2008 D. Jean Clapp, 75, of Delphos, died at 12:26 p.m. Thursday at her daughter and son-in-law’s residence. She was born Continue » Wildcat cage camp announces winnersSports (143 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Jefferson boys basketball program recently completed its 4th annual Wildcat Youth Basketball Camp. Fifty three boys entering grades 3-8 participated in Continue » Legion to send three to Buckeye Boys StateLocal News (197 words)
Three local boys will be attending Buckeye Boys State this coming week in Delaware. Andrew Wieging, Adam Wollenhaupt and Zach Reindel have been chosen to attend Continue » Storms may threaten corn, soybean yieldsLocal News (391 words)
National news video this week depicted a home sliding in to a Wisconsin river and floating off. Pictures have also been widespread of flooding in Continue » For the Record (28 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 11 to Keith and Gina Gudakunst of Elida. A boy was born June 12 to Adam and Amy Continue » Relay for Life readies for an indoor eventLocal News (280 words)
DELPHOS — “No running in the hallway! This isn’t a track, you know!” These could be the words of any educator who catches a student moving Continue » June 15th, 2008 This and ThatLocal News (1061 words)
Part 6 (Taken from Liwwat Boke, 1807-1882, Pioneer, compiled by Luke B. Knapke and published by The Minster Historical Society) Liwwat ended the chapter in her journal Continue » June 16th, 2008 This and ThatLocal News (859 words)
(Part III) Liwwat Boke wore out several of her homemade quill pens with her many writings and drawings she left for the rest of us to Continue » WBL crushes NWO griddersSports (558 words)
VAN WERT — In eight previous incarnations of the Western Buckeye League vs. Northwest Conference/Midwest Athletic Conference (Northwest Ohio) All-Star Football Clash, all but two Continue » Honor RollsLocal News (658 words)
St. John High School Distinguished 4.0 Freshmen Tyler Bergfeld, Bailey Calvelage, Tiffany Geise, Bradley Gerberick, Megan Klausing, Tyler Koester, Trevor Kroeger, Kathryn Wallenhorst Sophomore Scott Recker Junior Andrew Wellmann Seniors Jenna Dancer, Tracy Mueller, Continue » On the other handFor the Record (435 words)
Hello out there in Delphos Herald land. Today’s column is a little different than most. I would like to tell you about Letters to the Editor Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (163 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 » Sky clears for survivor lap, record numberLocal News (405 words)
DELPHOS — What are a few raindrops for the veteran survivors of cancer? The opening ceremonies of the sixth annual Relay for Life Friday night had Continue » June 17th, 2008 Richard and Carol BuettnerLocal News (80 words)
Richard and Carol (Wells) Buettner will celebrate 50 years of marriage June 22 with an open house from 2-5 p.m. at the Delphos VFW hall. The Continue » Calvelage/BairdLifestyles (112 words)
Irene Calvelage of Delphos announces the engagement of her daughter, Laura Beth, to James Kenneth Baird II, son of Rick and Peg Baird of Marion. Continue » Louis and Eileen SchimmoellerLifestyles (88 words)
Louis and Eileen (Hellman) Schimmoeller will celebrate 50 years of marriage June 21 with a mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church followed by a reception Continue » Hodgson/SpieldennerLocal News (69 words)
Harold Sr. and Robin Hodgson of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Jaime Lynn, to Stephen Francis Speildenner, son of Joe and Rita Speildenner Continue » Chas and Regina PacholkeFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born June 15 to Chas and Regina Pacholke of Ottoville. Honor RollsLocal News (512 words)
Ottoville Seniors All  A’s Laura Becker, Leesha Blake and Sierra Hutchison. Honor roll Colbey Basinger, Gina Beining, Cory Clementz, Katie Eickholt, Tasha Eickholt, Kelly Gerker, Kyle Hoersten, Jill Hohlbein, Travis Continue » Donna Belle Louise KnippenFor the Record (206 words)
Nov. 30, 1931 - June 15, 2008 Donna Belle Louise Knippen, 76, of Cloverdale, diet at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at her residence. She was born Nov. 30, Continue » Brinkman/RostorferLifestyles (70 words)
Rick and Joyce Brinkman announce the engagement of their daughter, Sandy Katherine, to Nathan Eric Rostorfer, son of Karen Rostorfer and Jeff (Deb) Rostorfer. The couple Continue » Hartoon/DrerupLifestyles (70 words)
Keith and Beth Hartoon of Columbus Grove announce the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn, to Andrew Drerup, son of Anthony and Mary Drerup of Delphos. The Continue » ‘Explosion’ fight night lives up to its nameSports (962 words)
LIMA — Mixed Martial Arts is still one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, with warriors like Chuck Liddell gracing magazine covers like Continue » Gary and Louise SroufeLifestyles (81 words)
Gary and Louise (Brenneman) Sroufe celebrated 50 years of marriage on June 15. The couple was married on that date in 1958 at Morris Chapel Methodist Continue » Jennings Park Festival feels pain of rainLocal News (54 words)
  With most of the events for Friday during the Fort Jennings Park Festival canceled, coordinators were glad to see clear skies and sunshine on Continue » Normal ‘Popeye’ SensabaughFor the Record (306 words)
Oct. 20, 1919 June 14, 2008 Normal “Popeye” Sensabaugh, 88, of Spencerville, died at 7:03 p.m. Saturday at his daughter’s residence. He was born Oct. 20, 1919, in Continue » Hartoon/DrerupLifestyles (70 words)
Keith and Beth Hartoon of Columbus Grove announce the engagement of their daughter, Kathryn, to Andrew Drerup, son of Anthony and Mary Drerup of Delphos. The Continue » ’08 Relay raises $79,000 — so farLocal News (455 words)
DELPHOS — Friday’s forecast “spoke” doom and gloom over the region but the storm system shifted. Because only one round of storms hit Delphos, the Continue » Downtown Delphos sees first Farmer’s MarketLocal News (63 words)
Mary Ann Hemenway was one of the vendors set up at Third and Main streets for the farmers market. Other offerings were homemade noodles, popcorn Continue » June 18th, 2008 Rose Ann EutslerFor the Record (174 words)
Sept. 16, 1928 - June 16, 2008 Rose Ann Eutsler, 79, of Venedocia, died at 2:25 p.m. Monday at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born Sept. 16, Continue » The tale of Dr. Jones and Mr. HydeLocal News (775 words)
 By John H. Jones, DVM I lost my draft horse mentor a few weeks ago when my friend Paul Loyer passed away. Paul and a small Continue » Delphos natives may appear in “The Dark Knight”Local News (784 words)
Two women from Delphos recently had a chance to appear as extras in the new Batman movie “The Dark Knight.” Jodi Wurst and Kristin Heller were Continue » Abram L. “Abe” WhymanFor the Record (293 words)
Aug. 4, 1922 June 16, 2008 Abram L. “Abe” Whyman, 85, of Spencerville, died at 4:15 a.m. Monday at Vancrest Health Care Center. He was born Aug. 4, Continue » Group forms to put in scoreboardsLocal News (1100 words)
OTTOVILLE — School board members here tabled a resolution declaring it necessary to raise an annual amount for the school through an 0.75-percent Continuous Income Continue » For the Record (43 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 16 to Ben and Joyce Bockey of Fort Jennings. A boy was born June 16 to Jeremy and Continue » Shortcake on menu at TUMC June JubileeLocal News (92 words)
Janice Freund, right, and her granddaughter, Kiersten Freund, pour batches of shortcake batter into pans this morning in preparation for Trinity United Methodist Church’s June Continue » June 19th, 2008 Jennings sewer project heads to engineerLocal News (305 words)
FORT JENNINGS — A storm sewer relief project for Fort Jennings Village will head to Poggemeyer Design for engineering and bid sheet preparation for when Continue » MMA continues to be a smash hitSports (973 words)
The Mixed Martial Arts show “Phantom Fight Explosion III” put on Saturday night by Matt Schwinnen and Jody Poff was great, a nice way to Continue » New sinus procedureLocal News (141 words)
Image Guided Endoscopic Sinus Surgery is now offered by Ear, Eye, Nose and Throat Specialist Dr. Suri Vanan at St. Rita’s Medical Center. For many patients Continue » Elida schools not getting $58MLocal News (531 words)
ELIDA — Taxpayers in many Ohio school districts feel heavily burdened to “foot the bill” as educators struggle to deal with state funding woes. Many Continue » D.A.R.E. Summer Camp underwayLocal News (58 words)
D.A.R.E. Summer Camp began Tuesday with competition games at Jefferson Middle School, bowling at the Delphos Recreation Center and ice cream from the Dairy Hut. Continue » Angela Lauretta KillFor the Record (272 words)
Jan. 11, 1912 - June 17, 2008 Angela Lauretta Kill, 96, of Delphos, died at 3:15 a.m. Tuesday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Jan. Continue » June 20th, 2008 ‘On the wings of butterflies’Local News (51 words)
Children in the Delphos Library Summer Reading Program painted their own drawings of butterflies Wednesday before anxiously waiting for the real butterflies to escape their Continue » Brittany Klima caps fine college track careerSports (759 words)
OTTOVILLE — Brittany Klima may not have ended up on the podium at the 2008 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships held in Des Moines, Continue » Brittany JenningsFor the Record (11 words)
A girl was born June 17 to Brittany Jennings of Delphos. Tyler and November RisnerFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born June 17 to Tyler and November Risner of Elida. The Point re-opensLocal News (319 words)
DELPHOS — Several months after it closed, the local Marathon gas station at The Point reopens today under new ownership. Bryan Hutchison of rural Lima plans Continue » Eagle Scout Wieging visits OptimistsLocal News (75 words)
Andy Wieging of Delphos recently reached Eagle Scout. He is a senior at St. John’s High School and the son of Bob and Larraine Wieging. Continue » June 21st, 2008 Bergfelds join foundation’s Bredeick CircleLocal News (111 words)
Claude and Mary Agnes Bergfeld, left, are among the newest members of the Fr. Bredeick Circle, an aspect of the St. John’s Parish Foundation. The Continue » All-MAC track and fieldSports (48 words)
All-MAC track and field Six St. John’s track and field athletes were honored as all-Midwest Athletic Conference for 2008: left to right, Allison Reindel, 4x100-meter relay; Continue » Marbletown parade still needs entriesLocal News (173 words)
By MARY M. GROTHAUSE The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Marbletown Festival committee is still requesting parade entries for the third annual event, which will be held Continue » 3 more earn spot in Canal Days Karaoke ContestLocal News (64 words)
Jenna Wurst, left, Dustin Long and Schuyler McVicker are the three latest winners in the Canal Days Karaoke Tryouts. The three will compete with 15 Continue » Work at Franklin to start on MondayLocal News (678 words)
DELPHOS — E. Lee Construction, Inc. will start repairs to the Franklin Elementary building Monday the Delphos City Schools Board of Education learned during a Continue » June 23rd, 2008 Riddell awarded for teaching tradeLocal News (362 words)
DELPHOS — Amid the shoulders one rubs against in an average day, it may be easy to overlook the level of importance the “average Jane” Continue » St. John’s Elementary students walked 3,330 milesLocal News (167 words)
St. John’s Elementary students who participated in the school’s Walking Club during the 2007-08 school year tallied 3,330.3 miles. The winning class was Mrs. Myers Continue » This and ThatLocal News (1337 words)
Part IV These stories were taken from a book of the journal of Liwwat Boke, 1807-1882, Pioneer. The book was compiled by Luke Knapke and published Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (193 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 » Old Delphos NewsLocal News (2274 words)
City council passes “chain gang” ordinance Council met in regular session Tuesday evening and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. On account Continue » D.A.R.E. Summer Camp makes a drug-free splashLocal News (379 words)
DELPHOS — D.A.R.E. Summer Camp for Delphos area students wrapped up Thursday afternoon at Jefferson Middle School with an awards ceremony and a good old-fashion Continue » Salute to our veteransLocal News (760 words)
DELPHOS — In the early years of the Cold War, nothing may have been as icy as the conditions a local veteran faced just a Continue » June 24th, 2008 Mr. and Mrs. Dennis BrubakerLifestyles (79 words)
Dennis and Geri Brubaker of Hamler will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary July 2. Dennis and Geri Luersman were married on that date in 1983 at Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Duane SimonLifestyles (339 words)
Cheryl Marie Burgei and Duane Eugene Simon were united in marriage Oct. 20, 2007, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Fort Jennings by the Rev. Continue » Lentz/BuettnerLifestyles (104 words)
Robert and Deborah Lentz of Upper Arlington announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Armstrong Lentz, to Travis Michael Buettner, son of Thomas and Debra Continue » JAMP sets new offeringsLocal News (279 words)
The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Park District has announced the following upcoming events. On June 28, at 8 p.m., the park district will offer “A day in Continue » Youngpeter tapped to school boardLocal News (116 words)
Krista Youngpeter, daughter of Kevin and Mary Youngpeter of Spencerville, was elected to the position of city school board member during the 2008 Buckeye Girls Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Owen RarricLifestyles (307 words)
Christine Marie Odenweller and Owen James Rarric were united in marriage in December 2007 at St. Paul Shrine in Cleveland by the Rev. Philip Bernier. The Continue » Irvin M. TrentmanFor the Record (99 words)
Irvin M. Trentman, 63, of Delphos, died at 10:20 p.m. Saturday at his residence. He was born Feb. 18, 1945, in Delphos, to Eugene and Continue » Lavern H. ClementFor the Record (237 words)
Aug. 15, 1936 - June 21, 2008 Lavern H. “Moose” Clement, 71, of Spencerville and formerly of Lima, died at 10:10 a.m. Saturday at Roselawn Manor Continue » Volunteers reassemble Old Jennings depotLocal News (529 words)
CLOVERDALE — After nearly three years of planning, labeling, storing, sanding and research, the old Fort Jennings Train Depot is now coming back to its Continue » June 25th, 2008 Allen Health dept. sets new childhood immunization timesLocal News (119 words)
The Allen County Health Department is announcing a new childhood immunization clinic schedule, as follows: Beginning July 1: — 8:30-11 a.m. Wednesday by appointment only — 1:30-3:30 p.m. Continue » HOGG CREEK SOCCER SCORESSports (100 words)
Monday’s Results High School Level @ Bath Delphos Jefferson – 3 Bath – 1 @ Ottawa Ottawa-Glandorf Gold – 4 Delphos St. John’s – 2 @ Wapak Elida – 4 Kenton – 0 @ Celina Celina Green Continue » FFA roughs it for soup kitchenLocal News (75 words)
Members of the Delphos FFA spent the night outdoors Monday to draw attention to the plight of the homeless. They also collected items for the Continue » For the Record (29 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 20 to Brian and Susan King of Elida. A girl was born June 21 to Adam and Lynn Continue » Emma Jean ThatcherFor the Record (103 words)
Jan. 10, 1932 - June 23, 2008 Emma Jean Thatcher, 76, of Elgin, died at 2 a.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Jan. Continue » St. John’s sets volleyball campSports (20 words)
St. John’s Volleyball Camp has been rescheduled for 9-11 a.m. July 21-23. The camp will be held in the All-Saints Building. Deadline for Fourth of July corn holeLocal News (51 words)
The Delphos Kiwanis are now accepting registration for their second annual 4th of July Corn Hole Tournament. Games begin at noon on July 4 at the Continue » Jennings plans for next school yearLocal News (286 words)
FORT JENNINGS — The school board here used its first monthly meeting of the summer Monday night to transact routine business. The district’s liability insurance was Continue » June 26th, 2008 We know not the day nor the hour …Sports (1002 words)
Scott Kalitta became the latest casualty of auto racing Saturday when his car burst into flames and crashed during Funny Car qualifying in the Lucas Continue » For the Record (41 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 23 to Alissa Pack and Ronald Boroff of Spencerville. A girl was born June 24 to Chris and Continue » Phyllis J. FairFor the Record (158 words)
April 14, 1925 – June 19, 2008 Phyllis Fair, 83, formerly of Delphos, died June 19 in Florida. She was born April 14, 1925, to James and Continue » Ottoville School Board OKs resolution for income taxLocal News (220 words)
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville School Board members met in special session this morning to pass a resolution declaring it necessary to raise an annual amount for Continue » Class of 1998 reunion set Aug. 2Local News (59 words)
The Jefferson class of 1998 will hold its 10-year reunion at 6 p.m. Aug. 2 at The Outpost in Fort Jennings. The menu includes chicken, roast Continue » Summer interns bring diverse expertise to ED officeLocal News (267 words)
Nathan Gillespie and Jason Dewitt have a lot to offer the economic development efforts in Van Wert County.  This summer, both are interns with the Continue » 1st Infantry to hold reunionLocal News (29 words)
The Society of the First Infantry Division will hold a reunion of all division veterans Aug. 20-24 at Crowne Plaza in Colorado Springs. For information, visit Continue » Gene Autry Days in KentonLocal News (47 words)
The 15th annual Gene Autry Days in Kenton will take place Saturday and Sunday inside the community building at the Hardin County Fairgrounds. Events inlcude a Continue » High-end water users to get price breakLocal News (484 words)
By SUE GERKER The Associated Press DELPHOS — Large-volume water users in the city will now get a price break. An ordinance approved Tuesday by city council establishes Continue » 2008 Leipsic bandLocal News (24 words)
Leipsic Marching Band drummer Matt Williams leads the band’s percussion section Tuesday evening at the fair. June 27th, 2008 Kiwanis taking donations for July 4 fireworksLocal News (43 words)
The Delphos Kiwanis are accepting donations for the fireworks display scheduled for 10 p.m. July 4 at Stadium Park. Checks can be sent to: Kiwanis Fireworks Continue » Wheat scab: jury still outLocal News (397 words)
Among the many insects, diseases and fungi that attack crops, one annually recurring issue is commonly known as wheat scab. The fungus usually causes yield Continue » Norma J. ReindelFor the Record (230 words)
Nov. 28, 1923 - June 24, 2008 Norma J. Reindel, 84, of Delphos, died at 4:34 p.m. Tuesday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Nov. Continue » Vivian Kay HesseFor the Record (256 words)
Oct. 26, 1944 - June 24, 2008 Vivian Kay Hesse, 63, of Spencerville, died at 9:03 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Oct. Continue » For the Record (17 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 24 to Danielle Hensley and Rusty Armentrout of Spencerville. Delbert L. ‘Del’ CarderFor the Record (288 words)
Aug. 25, 1928 June 25, 2008 Delbert L. “Del” Carder, 79, of Delphos, died at 1:15 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Aug. 25, Continue » Reservoir rules and regulationsLocal News (754 words)
ORDINANCE NO. 2008-27 AN ORDINANCE ENACTING SECTIONS 931.01, 931.02, 931.03, 931.04, 931.05, 931.06, and 931.99 TO THE CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DELPHOS PERTAINING TO Continue » Putnam County Fair in full swingLocal News (35 words)
Farmer John and Pal, his border collie, impressed the children at the Putnam County Fair Wednesday when Pal caught a Frisbee and then jumped on Continue » June 28th, 2008 Franklin Elementary Awards for 2007-08 school yearLocal News (895 words)
Franklin Elementary School held its annual awards assembly on June 3 to honor students for their achievements for the 2007-08 school year. Student Council Certificates were Continue » Putnam County Fair goes to the dogs ThursdayLocal News (66 words)
Deidre Knippen of Ottoville leads her Golden Retriever around Junior Fairboard member Clete Stechschulte for the  judge during the Putnam County Fair Dog Show Thursday Continue » Brent and Bettina BrinkmanFor the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 24 to Brent and Bettina Brinkman of Delphos. Alphonse P. MillerFor the Record (23 words)
Alphonse P. Miller, 93, of Delphos, died at 3:41 p.m. at Vancrest Health Care Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. City tests new, smooth manholesLocal News (302 words)
DELPHOS — The City of Delphos is trying a new type of manhole cover in an effort to make manholes level with the street surface, Continue » June 29th, 2008 This and ThatLocal News (914 words)
Celebrate! Celebrate! That’s just what they did. The Delphos St. John’s Class of 1943 did it in grand style. They attended the 4:30 p.m. Saturday Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (369 words)
On Friday, we will celebrate the independence of our country from rule under Britain. I don’t know how many of you think of that when you Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (184 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 » Alphonse P. MillerFor the Record (206 words)
May 22, 1915 -June 26, 2008 Alphonse P. Miller, 93, of Delphos, died at 3:41 p.m. Thursday at Vancrest Health Care Center. He was born May 22, Continue » Landeck Elementary School awards for 2007-08Local News (894 words)
Students receiving Perfect Attendance Certificates: Grade 1: Michelle Rode and Ashlin Schimmoeller. Grade 3: Addison Schimmoeller Grade 4: Lane Bennett and Brooke Gallmeier. Grade 5: Lucas Miller and Austin Continue » Wallenhorst lamb Grand ChampionLocal News (177 words)
OTTAWA — Taylor Wallenhorst of Fort Jennings won Grand Champion Market Lamb this week at the Putnam County Fair. Wallenhorst, a member of the Fort Jennings Continue » Downtown decorated with a touch of FranceLocal News (347 words)
DELPHOS — When local resident Jill Graves and her husband, Bill, who owns Visual Image Photo, vacationed in France a few years ago, little did Continue » Local schools focusing on big projectsLocal News (631 words)
DELPHOS — While area youth are playing Little League baseball and swimming at the pool, school leaders are making good use of classroom vacancies to Continue » June 30th, 2008 Kiwanis taking donations for fireworksLocal News (42 words)
The Delphos Kiwanis are accepting donations for the fireworks display scheduled for 10 p.m. July 4 at Stadium Park. Checks can be sent to: Kiwanis Fireworks Continue »