June 1st, 2009 Tiffin Track ResultsSports (1412 words)
Tiffin Region 10 Track Meet Tiffin Frost-Kalnow Stadium Results Girls Finals Team Rankings: 1) Findlay Liberty-Benton  62, 2) Ottoville 42, 3) Bluffton 41, 4) Attica Seneca East 35, Continue » Schools out for summerLocal News (30 words)
Angela Birkemeier’s third-grade class, above, at St. John’s Elementary gives her a big group hug Friday as they head off for summer vacation. Wildcats fall short of baseball state goal in heart-breakerSports (962 words)
HUBER HEIGHTS — Opportunities. One team took advantage of what was presented to them; the other didn’t. In the end, that was the difference as Reading scored Continue » St. John’s High School to host 93rd commencement SundayLocal News (435 words)
St. John’s High School will hold its 93rd commencement at 3 p.m. Sunday in the gym after a 1:40 p.m. Mass. The Class of 2009 chose Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (510 words)
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (540 words)
By Gary Levitt LThe dedication ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 12, 1933, was sponsored by Delphos Aerie, Fraternal Order of Eagles along with area churches, lodges, including Continue » Larimore graduates with his Wildcat ‘class’matesLocal News (584 words)
DELPHOS — When the Jefferson High School Class of 2009 considered the choices for its Honorary Wildcat, no debate was needed. Class officers determine the Continue » Sanders leads pack of Delphos-area state qualifiersSports (658 words)
By MICHAEL WRASMAN The Delphos Herald TROY – Jefferson senior Tim Sanders set two personal records and was crowned Troy Regional champion twice to lead a group Continue » June 2nd, 2009 St. John’s graduates 70Local News (40 words)
St. John’s High School senior Adam Kaverman receives his diploma from the Rev. Jacob Gordon Sunday during commencement ceremonies in Robert A. Arnzen Gymnasium. This Continue » Carey shrine sets Indian Heritage Day June 14Local News (95 words)
The Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey will be hosting their 3rd Indian Heritage Day on June 14. The day will Continue » Van Wert YWCA organizing tripsLocal News (60 words)
The Van Wert YWCA is organizing a trip to Michigan’s Thunder Bay Resort in October. The group will also visit German Village of Frankenmuth, the Great Continue » Troy Regional Track ResultsSports (1667 words)
2009 OHSAA Division III Regional Championship Region 12 Track and Field Tournament Troy High School Results Girls Final Team Rankings: Versailles 104, Fort Loramie 82, Minster 47, Day. Continue » Schimmoeller/TrentmanLifestyles (92 words)
Steve and Etta Schimmoeller of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Lisa Lynn, to  Patrick Anthony Trentman, son of Greg and Elaine Trentman of Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Arthur BonifasLifestyles (81 words)
Arthur and Alice Bonifas celebrated 60 years of marriage on May 28. Arthur and Alice Kimmet were united in marriage on that date in 1949. They celebrated Continue » Montenery steps down as Jefferson coachSports (337 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson head baseball coach Troy Montenery has taken the Wildcat hard-ball team to two straight regional finals. His decision to step out of the Continue » For the Record (52 words)
A boy, Logan James, was born May 29 to Roger and Mandy Ulm of Delphos. He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches Continue » Eric Mueller joins ancestors in priesthoodLocal News (639 words)
LANDECK — There have been three Rev. Muellers from Landeck. Eric Mueller became the fourth as the Landeck native (son of Ralph and Gerry Mueller) celebrated Continue » Memorial Day service a trip through historyLocal News (633 words, 1 response)
By STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — On  Saturday, the initial Decoration Day and the 100th anniversary of the Delphos Civil War monument, Delphos VFW Post Continue » Norris/SchimmoellerLifestyles (92 words)
Jeff and Denise Norris of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Jill, to Travis Schimmoeller, son of Ron and Bert Schimmoeller of Delphos. The couple Continue » June 3rd, 2009 For the Record (71 words)
A boy, Alexander (Alec) Thomas Wulfhorst, was born on May 25 to Todd and Mica Wulfhorst of Columbus. Grandparents are Frank and Chris Wulfhorst and Harry Continue » Elks to host Flag Day serviceLocal News (62 words)
The Van Wert Elks Lodge 1197 will hold its annual Flag Day Services at 7 p.m. June 10 in the Elks Lodge Home. Also participating will Continue » Shape up a paintingLocal News (542 words)
For beginning artists, the most difficult part of a painting or drawing is often the beginning. When you look at a subject, it’s hard to Continue » Legion names Buckeye Boys State delegates for June 13-21 eventLocal News (207 words)
DELPHOS —The Delphos American Legion will be sending four delegates to Buckeye Boys State from June 13-21 at Bowling Green State University. The delegates are Aaron Continue » Jays eye State Track and Field ChampionshipsSports (1107 words)
DELPHOS — The state track and field meet. Athletes spend all spring — and for many, all winter — getting ready to make a run at Continue » Kiwanis, parks dept. plan 4th of July eventsLocal News (367 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 » June 4th, 2009 Mullins to speak to AGLOWLocal News (68 words)
The Lima Chapter of Aglow International will hold its monthly meeting at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at WTLW TV 44, Christian Television Station, located at 1844 Continue » King James loses his throneSports (1340 words)
So King James didn’t exactly act regally after Orlando eliminated his Cavaliers, eh? The NBA hasn’t taken too kindly to his actions after Game 6 Saturday Continue » Sanders, Osting eye strong finishes to scholastic careersSports (1099 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson seniors Tim Sanders and Sean Osting have been mainstays for the Wildcat track and field program throughout their high school careers, especially Continue » Rustic sponsoring Indians/Reds gameSports (62 words)
The Rustic is sponsoring a “Take me out to the ball game” night for the Cincinnati Reds at Cleveland Indians game June 27. Game time is Continue » City offers free fertilizerLocal News (329 words)
DELPHOS ­— It doesn’t have an odor; it smells “earthy” and looks like nothing more than dirt that’s rich in nutrients. It’s heavily treated and Continue » Local men use downtime to support veteransLocal News (294 words)
DELPHOS ­— In support of regional veterans, two local residents are organizing a poker run to take place Saturday. Neal McConnahea and Matt Fisher are both Continue » Lear trains with masters in ChinaLocal News (1141 words)
DELPHOS — One Chinese proverb says “the soft and pliable overcomes the hard and inflexible.” For centuries, Asian people have cultivated inner flexibility and more Continue » June 5th, 2009 Norman H. BeckerFor the Record (265 words)
Nov. 16, 1919 June 2, 2009 Norman H. Becker, 89, of Cloverdale, died at 2 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Nov. 16, 1919, Continue » For the Record (26 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born June 3 to Ryan and Jennifer Walston of Ottoville. A boy was born June 3 to Tiffany Rumschlag of Continue » Counterfeit money in DelphosLocal News (84 words)
Delphos police are investigating the report of counterfeit money that has surfaced in Delphos and the surrounding area. Over the past weekend, Delphos police were notified Continue » Lady Green quartet out for track medalsSports (642 words)
OTTOVILLE — Only four Ottoville girls are planning on running at Friday’s Division III State Track and Field meet. Still, they will represent a pair of Continue » 2009 STATE TRACK AND F IELDSports (955 words)
Local and area athletes DIVISION III Boys 4x800 Meter Relay: 10. New Bremen (Justin Eilerman, Kyle Knapke, Elliott Westerbeck, Jeff Kremer) 8:09.02; 13. Versailles (Mitch Pitsenbarger, Brian Bohman, Continue » ‘One Wonderful Experience’ on tap in Van Wert this weekendLocal News (851 words)
VAN WERT — The annual Van Wert Peony Festival and ArtRageous on Main events kick off today with rides and games downtown. Now in its third Continue » Putnam libraries host summer programsLocal News (422 words)
Come join us at the Putnam County District Library in Ottawa (located at the Educational Service Center) and all locations for Patrick Jolly, “Banjo the Continue » Crestview grad Miller shines on diamond and in lifeSports (1346 words, 1 response)
By DAN STEMEN For The Delphos Herald CONVOY – The great William Shakespeare once said, “Some are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust Continue » ‘Challengers’ find the alleysSports (365 words)
DELPHOS — “UP to the Challenge” has brought those with special needs onto the softball diamonds and into the swimming pool. Add the “gutter” as well. “Challengers” Continue » Up to the Challenge hits the lanesLocal News (86 words)
Bowler Melissa Jones, center, gets a little assistance from her mom, Lonna Jones, and helper Roger Calvelage during the Up to the Challenge bowling event Continue » June 6th, 2009 Stant returns to alma mater as principalLocal News (183 words)
DELPHOS  — St. John’s Superintendent Fr. Mel Verhoff today named Nathan Stant as the new elementary school principal. “Nathan has tremendous energy for and dedication to Continue » Gerdeman, Schnipke to play for BU men’s cagersSports (504 words)
Bluffton University head men’s basketball coach Guy Neal is looking to add to the five straight winning seasons the Beavers have put together. A pair of Continue » Marbletown Fest plans shaping upLocal News (648 words)
By NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Plans are falling in line for the fourth annual Marbletown Festival set Aug. 1. New to the festival this year Continue » Don C.NeumeierFor the Record (23 words)
Don C. Neumeier, 97, of Delphos, died at 3:35 a.m. Today at Vancrest Healthcare Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Stemen sends his thanks back homeLocal News (789 words, 1 response)
By STACY TAFFThe Delphos HeraldPeople often express their gratitude for what the soldiers are doing for our country over in the middle east and rightly Continue » Junior Catholic Daughters of America closes out yearLocal News (169 words)
The Delphos Junior Catholic Daughters of America (JCDA) recently closed the 2008-09 year. The organization is for Catholic girls in grades 2-6.  They meet once Continue » Canal Days tickets on saleLocal News (116 words)
Big Ticket Drawing tickets for the 2009 Canal Days celebration are now available. Jennifer Moenter, executive director at the Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce, sells Continue » June 8th, 2009 Library gearing up for summer reading programLocal News (2290 words)
With the ending of the school year comes the beginning of the summer reading program. Mrs. Cressman and Mrs. Hellman have been extremely busy gearing Continue » Local athletes claim podium finishes at State Track meetSports (1936 words)
COLUMBUS — A clear blue sky. Pleasant temperatures. It was a perfect day for a state track and field meet, one that many of the elite athletes Continue » Betty I. LehmanFor the Record (84 words)
June 13, 1929 - June 4, 2009 Betty I. Lehman, 79, of Van Wert, died at 4:19 p.m. Thursday at Van Wert County Hospital. She was born Continue » Don C. NeumeierFor the Record (147 words)
June 21, 1911 - June 5, 2009 Don C. Neumeier, 97, of Delphos, died at 3:35 a.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center. He was born June Continue » Eisenhower Medical Center taps Scherger as vice president of primary careLocal News (507 words)
Joseph E. Scherger, MD, MPH, has been named Eisenhower Medical Center’s new vice president for primary care. In this role, Dr. Scherger will spearhead a new Continue » Rotary sets Concert in the Park Series bandsLocal News (368 words)
It’s time again for the Delphos Rotary Club Concert in the Park series. Dan Heath and the Paradise Band of Fort Wayne will open the summer Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (730 words)
By Gary Levitt The Board of the Museum of Postal History is very busy these days getting ready for an exciting summer of activities. As you Continue » Just a thoughtFor the Record (391 words)
By Sara Berelsman Well, it’s been over for a while now but like a slap in the face, each time I stumble upon my husband doing Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (654 words)
Local veterans deserve a hearty pat on the back any day of the week, but especially today. How interesting it is that the post’s 75th anniversary Continue » Delphos VFW: ‘Diamond’ in the roughLocal News (776 words)
DELPHOS — The local Veterans of Foreign Wars post has worked with the American Legion to create the Delphos War Memorial and the Delphos Veterans Continue » June 9th, 2009 Mr. and Mrs. Adam Michael SmithLocal News (306 words)
Katrina Elizabeth Hammons and Adam Michael Smith were united in marriage on July 12, 2008, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church by the Rev. Continue » Canal cleanup set SaturdayLocal News (130 words)
Organizations and businesses are being urged to form teams to assist in the cleanup of the Miami-Erie Canal on Saturday. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at Continue » Holdgreve/VaughnLifestyles (129 words)
Dean and Gayle Holdgreve of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Beth Ellen Holdgreve, to James Bennett Vaughn, son of Terry and Caddie Pontius Continue » Noonan/BassettLifestyles (91 words)
John and Paula Noonan of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Noel, to Curt Michael Bassett, son of Keith and Darlene Bassett of Continue » Burgei/RahrigLifestyles (76 words)
Nicholas and Lisa Burgei of Fort Jennings announce the engagement of their daughter, Chelsea Nicole, to David Paul Rahrig, son of David and Marilyn Rahrig Continue » For the Record (67 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born June 4 to Corey and Angela Grothause of Fort Jennings. A boy was born June 5 to Craig and Continue » Dale GordonFor the Record (157 words)
Jan. 24, 1936 - June 7, 2009 Dale Gordon, 73, of Elida, died at 10:35 a.m. Sunday at Lima Memorial Health Systems. He was born Jan. 24, Continue » 2009 OHSAA STATE TRACK AND FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPSSports (1729 words)
Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium-Ohio State University Final Results Division III Points (10-8-6-5-4-3-2-1) R - new state meet record Boys Team Rankings: Garfield Hts. Trinity 45, Pandora-Gilboa 38, N. Robinson Col. Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Melvin GableLifestyles (80 words)
Melvin and June Gable of Delphos recently celebrated 40 years of marriage with a Mass and renewal of their marriage vows at St. John the Continue » Sanders, Jays 4×1 garner silvers at State TrackSports (1444 words)
COLUMBUS — Jefferson senior Tim Sanders could taste it. He was within a whisker of grabbing a pair of individual titles at the Division III State Continue » Osting graduates from Interlochen Arts AcademyLocal News (160 words)
On May 23, Rachel Suzanne Osting, age 18, of Delphos, graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy, the world’s premier fine arts boarding high school. Osting, the daughter Continue » Veterans Poker Run attracts 28 entriesLocal News (67 words)
More than two dozen motorcycles and other vehicles depart from the Delphos Herald parking lot Saturday afternoon for the open-wheel Veterans Poker Run. Stops on Continue » June 10th, 2009 Blue Jays win wild ACME tiltSports (668 words)
DELPHOS — ACME summer baseball is tough on coaches. For the most part, they don’t have full teams — due to vacations, camps, injuries and other Continue » Continental midget football plannedSports (51 words)
The Continental midget football team is planning a meeting for any new player, age 9-12, who would like to be part of the unit. New players Continue » Valicia R. “Vicki” ArmentroutFor the Record (172 words)
Aug. 16, 1952 - June 5, 2009 Valicia R. “Vicki” Armentrout, 56, of Lima, died at 12:25 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Continue » Hogg Creek summer campSports (123 words)
The Hogg Creek Summer Soccer League is holding its annual girls camp Saturday at Fort Jennings High School. Over 450 girls in the league are expected Continue » District trims 2 teachers, honors athletesLocal News (773 words)
DELPHOS — School board members trimmed two positions for the 2009-10 school year as discussed at the May meeting. Middle school computer science and a high Continue » Dale GordonFor the Record (170 words)
Jan. 24, 1936 - June 7, 2009 Dale Gordon, 73, of Elida, died at 10:35 a.m. Sunday at Lima Memorial Health Systems. He was born Jan. 24, Continue » Mothers of multiples meetLocal News (486 words)
DELPHOS — There is always a little trepidation when families bring home that little bundle of joy. Multiply that by 2, 3 and sometimes 4 Continue » June 11th, 2009 City seeking stimulus $$$Local News (735 words)
By SUE GERKER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The city is going after more federal stimulus dollars. Safety Service Director Greg Berquist told council members at Tuesday’s meeting Continue » Graduates have given us a lot to rememberSports (557 words)
It is amazing how the school year is behind us. Didn’t it just seem to have started? With that, we have to bid adios to those boys Continue » 82nd Airborne seeking membersLocal News (50 words)
Any veterans who served in the 82nd Airborne are invited to join the 82nd Airborne Division Association, Inc. The organization holds regular meetings around the nation, Continue » Brits stop in Delphos on crosscountry trekLocal News (529 words)
Staff reports DELPHOS — With endorsements from Princes William and Harry of Great Britain, Prime Minister Gordon Brown and soccer sensation David Beckam, two cyclists from Continue » June 12th, 2009 Farm bureau to host Field to Table TourLocal News (293 words)
The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF) will conduct a Field to Table bus tour from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 11. The day will include Continue » Landeck hands out year-end certificatesLocal News (805 words)
Landeck Elementary School gave the following students the following certificates at the end of the school year. Perfect attendance: Andrew Brenneman, Jarrod Radabaugh, Kaden Schrader, Jayla Continue » City League baseballSports (95 words)
The Delphos Braves’ Wes Buettner steals home safely Wednesday night at Stadium Park, sliding under the tag of VFW catcher Kurt Wollenhaupt. The Braves went Continue » Leland ‘Mouse’ WierwilleFor the Record (260 words)
April 22, 1930 June 10, 2009 Leland “Mouse” Wierwille, 79, of Delphos and formerly of Spencerville, died at 5:05 a.m. Wednesday at Vancrest Health Care Center in Continue » Dorothy Lucille StonehillFor the Record (84 words)
Feb. 9, 1911 - June 10, 2009 Dorothy Lucille Stonehill, 98, formerly of Spencerville, died Wednesday at Roselawn Manor Nursing Home in Spencerville. She was born Feb. Continue » 11 to compete for Canal Days QueenLocal News (506 words)
DELPHOS — Eleven junior and senior girls from Jefferson and St. John’s high schools will compete for the title of 2009 Canal Days Queen on Continue » Korte to attend CampMedLocal News (138 words)
Kayla Korte, who will be a freshman at Ottoville High School in the fall, will attend the annual CampMed June 18-19 at The University of Continue » Library to drop one genealogy programLocal News (564 words)
DELPHOS — Genealogy buffs will only have one computer program for research at the Delphos Public Library as of July 1. Board members on Monday agreed Continue » June 13th, 2009 Steven and Denae BishopFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born June 9 to Steven and Denae Bishop of Van Wert. Andy and Tracy WasemFor the Record (52 words)
A girl, Catherine Violet, was born May 30 at Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark to Andy and Tracy Wasem of Johnstown. She was welcomed home by Continue » Court ruling does not affect DelphosLocal News (733 words)
Staff Reports A recent Ohio Supreme Court ruling decided cities cannot require municipal employees to reside within a respective corporation limit. Though the court’s decision was Continue » Kimmet promoted to sergeantLocal News (293 words)
DELPHOS — Patrolman Ryan Kimmet was promoted to sergeant Thursday afternoon to fill the position left by now-Delphos Police Chief Kyle Fittro. Mayor Mike Gallmeier swore Continue » June 15th, 2009 This and ThatFor the Record (729 words)
Tools! Tools! And more tools! The best tool collection I’ve ever seen is not in a big city museum unless you call Ottoville a big city Continue » St. John’s begins summer maintenanceLocal News (253 words)
DELPHOS — No big projects are on the docket this summer in the St. John’s maintenance department but routine cleaning is well underway. “We’re cleaning and Continue » MADD to honor ‘Top Cops’ in Allen, Putnam countiesLocal News (260 words)
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) of Allen and Putnam counties will recognize local law enforcement officers for efforts to stop drunk driving on area roadways Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (699 words)
Today marks the first canal cleanup of the year. Men, women and children alike will put on their work clothes, gloves and boots and pull just Continue » NWO Stars rally for victorySports (713 words)
VAN WERT — If this was the final game for many of those who suited up for the 10th annual Van Wert County Hospital Midwest Continue » PA system installed at trackLocal News (49 words)
Jefferson and St. John’s athletic boosters clubs have donated a public address system for the All-Purpose Community Track at Jefferson High School. The system cost Continue » Jays battle back for 7-6 win over MusketeersSports (881 words)
By MICHAEL WRASMAN The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — St. John’s ACME baseball squad rallied from a 5-1 deficit and pushed across the winning tally with one gone in Continue » Quinton and Nicole MillerFor the Record (34 words)
A  boy,   Emmett  John,  was born on May 17 born on May 17 to Quinton and Nicole Miller of Maumee. Grandparents are Thomas and Marie Miller Continue » Residents can ‘go postal’ to help museumLocal News (350 words)
Staff Reports DELPHOS — In the spirit of Chairfest, the Going Postal Canal Days Auction invites residents to purchase and decorate a regulation mailbox. Proceeds benefit the Continue » June 16th, 2009 Ardner/MaagLifestyles (88 words)
Kevin and Kelly Ardner of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa Renee, to Benjamin John Maag, son of Dean and Cynthia Maag of Continue » Last soccer sign- up June 24, 25Local News (65 words)
The Delphos Soccer Association will hold one last soccer sign-up for the upcoming 2009 soccer season. The soccer board will be set up from 6-8 p.m. Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Russell MaceLifestyles (116 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Russell Mace will observe 50 years of marriage on June 20. They will celebrate with a trip to Myrtle Beach, S.C., at a Continue » Karen D. LittleFor the Record (139 words)
May 7, 1959 - June 14, 2009 Karen D. Little, 50, of Vancouver, Wash., and formerly of Ottoville, died Sunday at Ray-Hickey Hospice House in Vancouver. She Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Homer BaumgartnerLifestyles (139 words)
Homer and Jeanette (Huser) Baumgartner celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary on June 7 with a family dinner. The Pandora natives were married in the bride’s parents’ Continue » CL of C closes year with potluckLocal News (185 words)
Delphos Catholic Ladies of Columbia held its last meeting of the season with a potluck supper and jitney auction. Thank-you notes from both high school post-prom Continue » Chaney wins Limaland’s ‘Run For The Rabbit’Sports (824 words)
The Delphos Herald LIMA — Rob Chaney notched another Engine Pro NRA Sprint Invaders victory by winning Limaland Motorsports Park’s prestigious “Run for the Rabbit” memorial Continue » Marie BrendleFor the Record (214 words)
Sept. 30, 1932 - June 13, 2009 Marie Brendle, 76, of Delphos, died at 10:45 a.m. Saturday at her residence. She was born Sept. 30, 1932, in Continue » Volunteers clean Miami-Erie CanalLocal News (75 words)
Nine-year-old Isaac Schuck, left, Mike Meyer, Linda Baker and Theresa Bradstock  participate in the annual canal clean-up just north of Tenth Street Saturday. Other areas Continue » Smith/MillerLifestyles (87 words)
Tom and Joyce Smith of Glandorf announce the engagement of their daughter, Jayme Lynn, to Curtis James Miller, son of James and Martha Miller of Continue » Hirns hit the road for 48-state tourLocal News (384 words, 1 response)
Staff Reports DELPHOS — Dan and Becky Hirn have been planning for this day for over a year. When the couple made a “bucket list” in January Continue » June 17th, 2009 Alvina H. StallkampFor the Record (488 words, 2 responses)
June 3, 1928 - June 14, 2009 Alvina H. Stallkamp, 81, of Delphos, died at 3:07 p.m. Sunday at her daughter’s residence. She was born June 3, Continue » Virginia M. UnverferthFor the Record (216 words)
Jan. 4, 1922 - June 15, 2009 Virginia M. Unverferth, 87, of Kalida, died at 11:30 a.m. Monday at her residence. She was born Jan. 4, 1922, Continue » Pavers back to fix rolled asphaltLocal News (376 words)
DELPHOS — When local residents see a Road Closed sign at Fifth and Main streets, truck traffic is re-routed but not local traffic. Having repaved Bredeick Continue » Ruby Floriene StephensonFor the Record (185 words)
May 29, 1916 - June 11, 2009 Ruby Floriene Stephenson, 93 of Lima died 8:56 p.m. Thursday evening at the Golden Living Center in Lima. She was Continue » Gossard completes basic trainingLocal News (153 words)
Navy Seaman Joseph R. Gossard, son of Judy R. Gossard of Elida and Gerald J. Gossard of Lima, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Continue » History of first military convoyFor the Record (1895 words)
In 1919 World War One had ended. Even though the US was late in entering the war, they were credited for having ended it. The Continue » For the Record (61 words)
A girl, Claire Anne, was born June 13 at Lima Memorial Health System to Ada and Denise Donaldson of Lima. She weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces Continue » Karen D. LittleFor the Record (139 words)
March 7, 1959 - June 14, 2009 Karen D. Little, 50, of Vancouver, Wash., and formerly of Ottoville, died Sunday at Ray-Hickey Hospice House in Vancouver. She Continue » School still waiting on governor’s budgetLocal News (492 words)
OTTOVILLE —  Ottoville Local Schools will continue to receive their insurance for property, fleet and liability through the Schools of Ohio Risk Sharing Authority (SORSA) Continue » June 18th, 2009 Hair Salon to host Locks of Love cut-a-thonLocal News (57 words)
Locks of Love will hold a Cut-a-Thon from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday at Studio 320 before the Relay for Life. With a $20 donation, Continue » Delpha Chevy RedsSports (70 words)
For the 2009 baseball season, the Delpha Chevy Reds is made up of front, left to right, Kevin Kemper, Jacob Pulford, batboy Jared Lucas, Continue » Auxiliary mails boxes, coupons to troopsLocal News (118 words)
Ladies Auxiliary to Delphos Walterick-Hemme VFW Post met at recently at post headquarters. New members Kendra Norbeck and Kim White were initiated and welcomed. Cathy Hammons reported Continue » Jennings hoping to cash in on stimulus dollarsLocal News (555 words)
FORT JENNINGS — The village of Fort Jennings hopes to cash in on additional federal stimulus dollars through an Ohio Public Works grant. Mayor Jim Smith Continue » Glasses found at car washLocal News (20 words)
A pair of glasses were found at the Eastside Car Wash. The glasses are at the Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce. Joseph E. EleyFor the Record (367 words)
Dec. 30, 1921 June 16, 2009 Joseph E. “Joe” Eley, 87, of Delphos and formerly of Spencerville, died at 5:55 a.m., Tuesday at Vancrest Health Care Center, Continue » VFW CardinalsSports (55 words)
The VFW Cardinals 2009 City League baseball team is comprised of front, left to right, Brandon Herron, Kurt Wollenhaupt, Brett Mahlie, Alex Brenneman, Jake Youngpeter Continue » A reason to ‘Relay for Life’Sports (884 words)
The annual Relay for Life this weekend promises to be a very emotional one. Cancer is seemingly becoming more and more a growing part of our Continue » Kalida High SchoolLocal News (331 words)
All A’s Sixth Grade Katey Buss, Mariah Doepker, Luke Langhals, Logan Roebke, Derek Schroeder and Grant Zeller. Seventh grade Thaddeus Backus, Alexis Decker, Meredith Kromer, Kiersten Recker, Kylie Siebeneck, Continue » ‘Sometimes the bear eats you, sometimes you eat the bear’Local News (1310 words)
To the bold and courageous, life may be often thought to say “go west, young man.” In 1959, two Tri-county men struck out to drive to Continue » June 19th, 2009 Rita Rose KloeppelFor the Record (196 words)
Oct. 16, 1924 - June 16, 2009 Rita Rose Kloeppel, 84, of Bluffton, died on Tuesday at her residence. She was born Oct. 16, 1924, in Delphos, Continue » Under the Covers …Local News (306 words)
 By Sara Berelsman The Reader by Bernhard Schlink is at times erotic, always psychological, and if nothing else, a topic for conversation. Set in post-World War Continue » Jefferson rallies back in eighth for 7-6 winSports (610 words)
By MICHAEL WRASMAN The Delphos Herald DELPHOS – Jefferson’s ACME baseball squad came all the way back from a 5-0 deficit to defeat the Lincolnview Lancers 7-6 Continue » K&M, Delphos Senior Citizens pair up againLocal News (363 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald LIMA — Volunteers and United Way of Greater Lima partner agencies met at Lowe’s Home Improvement Store in Lima Wednesday to Continue » MVPA Convoy rolls into DelphosLocal News (834 words, 1 response)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Military Vehicle Preservation Association (MVPA) Convoy paraded through town, stopping for the night on their journey across the Continue » June 20th, 2009 Leis to wrestle at HeidelbergLocal News (57 words)
Local grappler Andrew Leis has announced he will continue his academic and athletic careers at Heidelberg University. Leis will join the Berg wrestling program and eighth-year Continue » Asa and Denise DonaldsonFor the Record (61 words)
A girl, Claire Anne, was born June 13 at Lima Memorial Health System to Asa and Denise Donaldson of Lima. She weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces Continue » Big Green fall to Jays 6-4Sports (562 words)
By MICHAEL WRASMAN The Delphos Herald DELPHOS – St. John’s, down 3-0 after the first half-inning, rallied to overcome the Ottoville Big Green, 6-4, in an ACME Continue » Hogg Creek Soccer LeagueSports (111 words)
WEEK #3 Roundup HCSL High School Boys Soccer Results for Thursday @ Bath Bath – 0 Miller City – 2 @ Ottawa Ottawa-Glandorf #1 – 1 Elida #1 – 0 Ottawa-Glandorf #2 – Continue » New trash, recycle carts to be distrubutedLocal News (218 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Allen County Refuse is in the process of handing out information packets to Delphos residents, who will be served Continue » Relay goes on — rain or shineLocal News (577 words)
DELPHOS — Delphos Relay for Life Co-chairs Melissa Myers and Sue Apple have seen the weather forecast looming over the region for today and are Continue » Help WantedLocal News (1 words)
June 22nd, 2009 Byrne remembers service in KoreaLocal News (891 words)
OTTOVILLE — Bob Byrne was working at a manufacturing facility in Spencerville in 1951. He and Jean Schnipke had been dating when he spotted a Continue » Why we RelayLocal News (892 words)
By Dianne Will and Marilyn Spencer People often ask us why we relay. As a kid growing up, I always knew cancer was out there but Continue » Window to the PastLocal News (2182 words)
Train Damages Truckload of “Wet” Goods A large truck of alcohol was hit Sunday by a Pennsylvania train near Ft. Wayne, Ind. The truck was headed towards Ft. Continue » St Johns class of ‘72 plans reunionLocal News (54 words)
A social reunion for St. John’s class of 1972 is scheduled for 7 p.m. Aug. 8 at Cabalerros in Landeck. Reservations are not required but would be Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (413 words)
There are many reasons why I participate in the Relay for Life. The first and most important is because I truly believe that research is Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (702 words)
By Gary Levitt I know this article is supposed to be about history, but today I want to talk to you about history in the making. Years Continue » Survivors open Relay with first lapLocal News (672 words)
By STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — People get involved with the Relay for Life for many reasons, whether it be to honor a loved one Continue » Jays down Wildcats in ACMESports (666 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s pushed across a run in the bottom of the seventh to down Jefferson 8-7 in ACME baseball action on a cooling Continue » June 23rd, 2009 Merle O. HollarFor the Record (224 words)
Dec. 26, 1917 June 19, 2009 Merle O. Hollar, 91, of Delphos, died at 9:25 p.m. Friday at his residence. He was born Dec. 26, 1917, in Paulding Continue » For the Record (12 words)
ST. RITA’S A boy was born June 20 to Tracy Custer of Spencerville. Ruby Pauline (Ashton) MedaughFor the Record (422 words)
July 22, 1937 - June 18, 2009 Ruby Pauline (Ashton) Medaugh, 71, of Venedocia, died Thursday. Ruby Pauline, as she was known to her local community and Continue » Honigford/HeitmeyerLifestyles (79 words)
Mark and Laurie Honigford of Ottoville announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenna Rochele, to Brett Alan Heitmeyer, son of Mike and Judy Heitmeyer of Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Gene FuerstLifestyles (130 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Fuerst of Lima will celebrate 60 years of marriage on June 28. A Mass will be attended at 10:30 a.m. at St. Continue » Phyllis A. WellmanFor the Record (272 words, 1 response)
June 6, 1923 - June 21, 2009 Phyllis A. Wellman, 86, of Delphos, died at 1:10 a.m. Sunday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born June Continue » Van Wert Jaycees raising fundsLocal News (53 words)
The Van Wert Area Jaycees are selling raffle tickets for a Club Car Golf Cart. Tickets cost $15 and proceeds will be used to purchase Continue » Spencerville run still openSports (148 words)
The Spencerville “Canal Stop” 4-Mile Run (31st annual run and 1-mile Fun Run) is part of the village’s Summerfest this weekend, along with a car Continue » The ‘Buck Nuts’ use spirit to raise Relay moneyLocal News (270 words)
By STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS —Walking around the track at the Relay for Life this year, it is hard not to be distracted by the Continue » Local News (24 words)
  Duct Tape Fashion contestants Bob Will and Jodi Johns show off their creations early Saturday morning. Wilson named All-AcademicSports (113 words)
2007 Jefferson graduate Torrie Wilson  named to the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference All-Academic Team for the 2008–09 school year. To be named All-Academic HCAC, a Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Dennis OstingLifestyles (95 words)
Dennis and Lois Osting of Delphos observed 30 years of marriage on June 16. They celebrated with a family picnic and an open house at Waterworks Continue » 227 sign up for CPS3 at RelayLocal News (735 words)
DELPHOS — Few Delphos Relay for Life events have drawn a crowd like the first event in 2003. However, this weekend’s gathering rivaled that during Continue » June 24th, 2009 Hands up!Local News (561 words)
When it comes to drawing people, many artists do pretty well at getting the head, body, arms and legs to look natural. But then they Continue » Cancer run/walk set at fairgroundsLocal News (111 words)
The Putnam County Health Department, along with the Ottawa-Glandorf Jaycees, will sponsor the “Win the Race Against Cancer” 5K Run/Walk and 1-mile Fun Run/Walk on Continue » Jays move over .500 in ACME ballSports (664 words)
DELPHOS — The St. John’s ACME baseball team put up a 5 spot in the fifth inning to snap a 4-4 tie and went on Continue » Exhibit of nature photography set for July-AugustLocal News (312 words)
In the space of a few seconds, Susan Miller Cormier uses her camera to capture the vibrant color and life of the natural world around Continue » Ottoville OKs 2010 budgetLocal News (258 words)
OTTOVILLE — During its regular monthly meeting Monday, Ottoville Village Council approved its budget for next year, ensuring residents remain members of a fiscally-sound community. Fiscal Continue » Crossroads Festival weekend approachingLocal News (310 words)
Van Wert’s Crossroads Festival weekend at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds is set for Aug. 5-8. The 127 Yard Sale will begin the weekend events on Continue » Summertime memoriesLocal News (708 words)
 By Dr. Celeste Lopez I have always loved this time of year. It always seemed like it was filled with endless possibilities. I always had so Continue » A great day for hoopsLocal News (37 words)
Austin Nelson watches as Jordan Boop shoots for the hoop at Garfield Park Monday afternoon. Temperatures in Delphos reached 84 degrees Monday. See page 2 Continue » June 25th, 2009 Library may face 50% budget cutLocal News (524 words)
By STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Over the next week, the Ohio General Assembly will discuss Governor Strickland’s proposal to cut the Public Library Fund Continue » Ottoville Bank Company named top performerLocal News (247 words)
ICBA Independent Banker, the national magazine of the Independent Community Bankers of America, highlighted The Ottoville Bank Company as an “ICBA 400 Top Performer,” the Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (620 words)
So, Donald Fehr has announced his retirement as the head of the Major League Baseball Players Union. Depending on what your point of view is, that Continue » Jays boot away ACME game vs. LCCSports (609 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s outhit Lima Central Catholic 12-10 and outscored the Thunderbirds 5-4 in earned runs. Alas for the Blue Jays, it was the rest Continue » Porter’s to collect garbage, recycle cartsLocal News (133 words)
The City of Delphos reminds residents its Porter’s Sanitation contract will end June 30. Beginning today, Porter’s will begin picking up its recycling bins and garbage Continue » Dr. DeWitt honoredSports (250 words, 1 response)
Dr. Jay DeWitt of DeWitt Chiropractic in Delphos has been selected by the United States Olympic Committee to serve on the medical team as a Continue » Putnam County Fair opensLocal News (71 words)
The Putnam County Fair opened Tuesday with a ribbon-cutting in front of the new gates.  King Matt Erhart and Queen Amanda Koch will reign over Continue » Residents voice concerns to councilLocal News (927 words)
DELPHOS — The people spoke and their message hit home. After hearing from residents opposing the vacation of a portion of South Canal Street, city council Continue » June 26th, 2009 Budget cuts could close librariesLocal News (473 words)
For the Delphos Herald If Ohio Governor Ted Strickland’s newest budget proposal passes the Ohio General Assembly, many of the state’s 251 public libraries, including Van Continue » From the Mayor’s DeskLocal News (667 words)
To the citizens of Delphos: I would like to take this time to remind everyone of the Minor’s Curfew law in Delphos. Codified Ordinance 557 was Continue » City League baseballSports (52 words)
Delphos Braves pitcher Andy Grothouse eyes and flies versus the 1st Federal Athletics in the opener of City League action Wednesday night at Stadium Park. Continue » Richard LuersmanFor the Record (22 words)
Richard Luersman, 55, of Delphos, died at 9:39 p.m. at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Letter to the EditorFor the Record (115 words)
DEAR EDITOR: I recently noticed my large heart-shaped lighted grapevine wreath was stolen from my front porch. It was so beautifully decorated by my god neighbor Jan Continue » Little Mr./Miss Putnam FairLocal News (68 words)
Little Mr. Putnam County for 2009 is 5-year-old Bryce Huffman of Miller City and Little Miss Putnam County is 4-year-old Marissa Hermiller of Leipsic. The Continue » Carder mows down ThunderbirdsSports (411 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson senior-to-be right-hander Craig Carder was as hot on the mound as the early-summer weather Wednesday night, mowing down 15 Lima Central Catholic Continue » Big Green avenges ACME loss to Blue JaysSports (1034 words)
By MICHAEL WRASMAN The Delphos Herald OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville Big Green took advantage of six bases-on-balls and three Blue Jay errors to defeat St. John’s 9-5 Continue » Budget in the bagLocal News (564 words)
Nearly three months removed from a fiscally-frisky April, the Putnam County Budget’s “cat” appears to be “in the bag” for now. Commissioners announced a 15 percent Continue » June 27th, 2009 Brent and Cory GrothausFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born June 25 to Brent and Cory Grothaus of Delphos. Teman in lead for Marbletown MayorLocal News (579 words)
DELPHOS — Plan are shaping up for the fourth annual Marbletown Festival. The event will be a 2-day affair with the crowning of Little Miss Marbletown Continue » Cougars down both Delphos teams in ACMESports (728 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald VAN WERT — Van Wert’s ACME baseball team had a pretty good Thursday at Russell Fisher Field in Smiley Park. The Cougars Continue » Seffernick lands the ‘big one’Local News (48 words)
Twelve-year-old Gage Seffernick, right, caught this 30 1/2-pound, 40 1/4-inch carp in the quarry behind the Delphos Coon and Sportman’s Club earlier this week. He Continue » Richard John ‘Pickle’ LuersmanFor the Record (150 words)
Dec. 5, 1953-June 23, 2009 Richard John “Pickle” Luersman, 55, of Delphos, died at 9:39 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Dec. 5, Continue » Darren and Amy BeiningFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born June 25 to Darren and Amy Beining of Fort Jennings. Andrew and Jade TemanFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born June 24 to Andrew and Jade Teman of Elida. Novice German earns First Year Showman trophyLocal News (362 words)
OTTAWA ­— Ten-year-old Emitt German of Ottoville was just 7 when he showed a pig for the first time at the fair. As is common, Continue » June 29th, 2009 Spencerville athletes heading to WittenbergSports (245 words)
The Delphos Herald SPRINGFIELD — Former Spencerville High School wide receiver standout Drew Ring and 2009 fellow graduate Matt Wirth (kicker), both from Spencerville, have decided Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (379 words)
March 4, 1912 - June 26, 2009 Anthony E. “Tony” Langhals, 97, of Cloverdale, died at 7:10 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Continue » Knights pound away at Wildcats in ACMESports (1027 words)
DELPHOS — The weather is heating up. Just like the Crestview ACME bats. The Knights pounded out a total of 25 hits and 29 runs versus six Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (491 words)
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and I’m so excited. It seems to just get better every year. The weather gods have smiled upon Continue » Anthony E. “Tony” LanghalsFor the Record (275 words)
March 4, 1912 - June 26, 2009 Anthony E. “Tony” Langhals, 97, of Cloverdale, died at 7:10 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Continue » Public to chime in on tax hikeLocal News (898 words)
Allen County commissioners made plans this week to hold public meetings concerning a proposal to raise the county sales tax by half of one percent. Continue » This and ThatLocal News (908 words)
Jack Devitt said his first realization of the value of antiques came in 1979 after the death of his father. The family held an auction Continue » From the Thrift ShopLocal News (879 words)
How on earth did we go from “just celebrating Christmas” to getting all the sparklers and the fireworks ready for the Fourth of July? Me? Continue » Delphos teen records first singleLocal News (554 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Lauren Klausing, 18, has been singing along with her favorite country music star, Taylor Swift, for years, but it Continue » June 30th, 2009 Antwerp, Miller City sitting pretty in ACME tourneySports (1623 words)
By DAVE BONINSEGNA and JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald GLANDORF — The combined Putnam and Paulding county ACME baseball tournament got underway this weekend. After Sunday’s action at Continue » Putnam libraries set programsLocal News (134 words)
The Putnam County District Library has announced the following summer offerings: “Amazza Art” will feature a visit from the Findlay Mazza Museum for children birth to Continue » Arnold OstingFor the Record (250 words)
July 15, 1925 June 28, 2009 Arnold J. Osting, 83, of Delphos, died at 4:36 p.m. Sunday, at the Van Wert In-Patient Hospice Center. He was born July Continue » Jays stay alive with wild finishSports (1091 words)
DELPHOS — It didn’t look good for the St. John’s ACME baseball team’s chances to extend its season in the Van Wert County tournament Monday Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Alan ReesLifestyles (130 words)
Mandi Shawver and Alan Rees were united in marriage on Dec. 5, 2008, at Crossroads Community Church in Cincinnati. The bride is the daughter of Pam Continue » Christine L. BurnettFor the Record (243 words, 1 response)
July 11, 1967 - June 28, 2009 Christine L. Burnett, 41, of Delphos, died at 8:57 p.m. Sunday at her residence. She was born July 11, 1967, Continue » James Anthony KeslerFor the Record (267 words, 1 response)
Sept. 30, 1942 June 26, 2009 James Anthony Kesler, 66, of Van Wert, died Friday at his residence. He was born Sept. 30, 1942, in Van Wert to Continue » Van Wert YWCA plans various tripsLocal News (149 words)
The Van Wert YWCA has planned a variety of trips to appeal to all ages. Oct. 2-4, there will be the Thunder Bay Elk Tour in Continue » And they came from afarLocal News (512 words)
BY DARLENE (WIECHART) MARTIN From as far as Nebraska, Illinois, North Carolina, Michigan, New Jersey and Florida members of the Class of 1959 rolled into town Continue » Mary E. SiebeneckFor the Record (200 words)
Dec. 21, 1925 - June 27, 2009 Mary E. Siebeneck, 83, of Kalida, died at 10:20 a.m. Saturday at the Meadows of Kalida. She was born Dec. Continue » ‘Going Postal’ mailboxes still availableLocal News (160 words)
The Delphos Museum of Postal History is selling mailboxes for the “Going Postal” Canal Days Auction. The postal museum fundraiser is scheduled for 3 p.m. Sept. Continue » Van Wert funding: stream tricklingLocal News (561 words)
As the economic downturn continues, Van Wert County leaders feel like their hands are tied as the matter worsens before their eyes. Commissioner Harold Merkle says Continue » Wildcat ACME team splits 2 in tournamentSports (1361 words)
By MICHAEL WRASMAN The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — The Jefferson Wildcats rallied from a 7-2 deficit to down the Lancers of Lincolnview 13-9 in a Van Wert Continue » Jefferson Boosters slate scrambleSports (45 words)
The Jefferson Athletic Boosters have scheduled a 4-person golf scramble July 10 at the Delphos Country Club. Entry fee is $65 per person/$250 per team, which Continue » Schroeder/BirkemeierLifestyles (78 words)
Allen and Christine Schroeder of Cloverdale announce the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Lynn, to Ryan Joseph Birkemeier of Fort Jennings, son of Harold and Continue » Anthony/GroteLifestyles (88 words)
Margaret and Stephen Anthony of Ohio City announce the engagement of their daughter, Megan, to Christopher Grote, son of Sharon and Jeffrey Wittler of Delphos Continue » For the Record (57 words)
A girl, Payton Diane, was born June 25 in St. Rita’s to Brent and Corey Grothaus of Delphos. She was welcomed home by brothers Brady and Continue » Danny Smith dominates Speedweek at LimalandSports (880 words)
The Delphos Herald LIMA — The O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions pulled into Limaland Motorsports Park for the next-to-last stop on the 2009 Ohio Sprint Continue » Taylor/HanfLifestyles (120 words)
Jeannine Santoro and Jack Taylor of Maumee announce the engagement of  their daughter, Jodie Taylor, to David Hanf, son of Mary Jo and Roger Krause Continue » Spencerville Summerfest all wet SaturdayLocal News (50 words)
Spencerville residents got in on the waterball action Saturday afternoon in Spencerville during annual Summerfest activities. Teams used fire hoses to move the ball to Continue » Board awards bid for Franklin workLocal News (539 words)
DELPHOS —  Delphos City School Board members met in special session Monday evening to award the bid for work on the Franklin Elementary building. Mullenkamp Building Continue »