August 1st, 2009 Foreign language teachers learn new methodLocal News (109 words)
Jefferson French teacher Teri Wiechart, right, explains points of TPRS to 33 members of the Ohio Foreign Language Association to teachers from Delphos, the Cleveland Continue » Rita M. NiemeyerFor the Record (162 words)
July 10, 1923 - July 27, 2009 Rita M. Niemeyer, 86, of Winter Haven, Fla., died Monday at Winter Haven Hospital. She was born July 10, 1923, Continue » Edith KundertFor the Record (20 words)
Edith Kundert, 88, of Delphos, died Thursday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Delphos groups strive for ‘Community Unity’Local News (886 words)
By STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — With the current recession, lay-offs and the inability to find work, it seems only natural that Delphos, “America’s friendliest Continue » August 3rd, 2009 On the Other HandFor the Record (566 words)
I hope many of you are going to mosey on down to Marbletown and see what’s going on this weekend. The fourth annual (Can you believe Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (663 words)
By Gary Levitt I will remember for many years the events of July 23. Although it was drizzling that morning, nothing could dampen the spirits of the Continue » Tim and Tracy KantnerFor the Record (45 words)
A boy, Dylan Robert, was born July 30 to Tim and Tracy Kantner of Lima. He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20 1/2 inches Continue » Midget football sign-upsSports (60 words)
Sign-ups for Delphos Midget Football will run from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday at the Stadium Park shelterhouse. This is for anyone between the ages of 9-12 not Continue » PET CORNERLocal News (243 words)
The Humane Society of Allen County has many pets waiting for adoption. Each comes with a spay or neuter, first shots and a heartworm test. The Continue » Church hosting mission team eventLocal News (206 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS —Starting with registration at 9:30 a.m. this morning, the Northwest Plains Missions Team is holding a fun day on missions Continue » CYO registration setSports (40 words)
Any girls in grades 4-6 wishing to participate in fall CYO volleyball, a registration meeting has been set for 6:30-7 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Continue » Edith M. KundertFor the Record (268 words)
Edith M. Kundert Oct. 25, 1920 - July 30, 2009 Edith M. Kundert, 88, of Delphos, died at 1:48 p.m. Thursday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was Continue » Ohio Historical MarkersLocal News (216 words)
One of Ohio’s greatest manhunts ended here on the morning of July 23, 1948. Robert M. Daniels and John C. West, parolees from the state Continue » DeWitt hoping to help, learn from Olympic center trainingSports (952 words)
DELPHOS — It’s always an honor to work with the elite in your chosen profession, be they show-biz stars or athletes. One Delphos resident will get Continue » New offerings at library heat up end of summerLocal News (1926 words)
Summer is winding down quickly. The reading program was again very successful at the library. A total of 380 children joined the program this year. Continue » Local families struggling to buy groceriesLocal News (728 words)
DELPHOS — As economic woes continue, local food pantries are seeing need levels as high as the December holidays. There are two faith-based pantries in Continue » Seniors latest victims of cutsLocal News (693 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald While economic hemorrhaging persists, a set of vital social services will soon face another round of cuts. However, it will likely Continue » Just a thoughtLocal News (504 words)
by Sara Berelsman connect [kuh-nekt] - verb - 1. to join, link, or fasten together; unite or bind. 2. To establish communication between; put in communication. Though Continue » Mayor of Marbletown, a tradition of fried turtle and frog legsLocal News (492 words, 1 response)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — For those who live in Marbletown, the naming of Susie Teman as Mayor of Marbletown is no surprise. For Continue » Dorothy Jean Billieu Siders GeethingFor the Record (125 words)
July 31, 1925 - July 31, 2009Dorothy Jean Billieu Siders Geething, 84, of Van Wert, died peacefully at 1:05 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Continue » August 4th, 2009 Fourth event bigger and betterLocal News (531 words)
DELPHOS — Volunteers, volunteers, volunteers. That’s what made this year’s Marbletown Festival such a success this year, according to many committee members. “Everything just went so Continue » Robert R. RennerFor the Record (296 words)
June 6, 1941 Aug. 2, 2009 Robert R. Renner, 68, of Van Wert, died at 3:16 p.m. Sunday at his home surrounded by family. He was born June Continue » Queen hopefuls to hold car washLocal News (43 words)
Canal Days Queen Pageant contestants will hold a car wash from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at The Point. Proceeds will help with the cost of Continue » Pastor Howell honored for 40 years of ministryLocal News (874 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — A full house saluted the Rev. David Howell of Trinity United Methodist with a roast Sunday at The Senate, Continue » Little Miss MarbletownLocal News (88 words)
August 5th, 2009 Putnam library board to hold off on levyLocal News (256 words)
OTTAWA — As area county officials and others consider levies for the November ballot, the library board here decided Monday to wait until next year Continue » Master Gardeners to host Garden Walk SundayLocal News (1138 words)
A Garden Walk featuring eight area gardens is scheduled from noon to 5:30 p.m. Sunday sponsored by the Van Wert County Master Gardeners. Each garden is Continue » Robert R. RennerFor the Record (299 words)
June 6, 1941 Aug. 2, 2009 Robert R. Renner, 68, of Van Wert, died at 3:16 p.m. Sunday at his home surrounded by family. He was born June Continue » High school registering students this weekLocal News (122 words)
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ST. RITA’S A boy was born Aug. 2 to Anthony and Kelli Metzger of Delphos. A boy was born Aug. 2 to David and Amanda Harris of Continue » Rita V. WillFor the Record (234 words, 1 response)
Nov. 5, 1924 - Aug. 2, 2009 Rita V. Will, 84, of Delphos, died at 6:17 p.m. Sunday at the Van Wert In-Patient Hospice Center. She was Continue » County faces more than $500K shortfallLocal News (500 words)
VAN WERT — In effort to stop a tidal wave of cash leaking from the county boat, commissioners will ask financially-strapped voters for help in Continue » Odd ducks show up on canalLocal News (338 words)
August 6th, 2009 John Latimer BreeseFor the Record (165 words)
June 9, 1920 - Aug. 4, 2009 John Latimer Breese, 89, of Venedocia, died at 10:05 a.m. Tuesday at Van Wert Manor. He was born June 9, Continue » Jays selling football ticketsSports (406 words)
The St. John’s Athletic Department has announced its season ticket sales for the upcoming football season beginning Monday in the high school office. Last year’s reserved-seat Continue » For the Record (38 words)
 A boy was born Aug. 3 to Josh and Amy Bayliff of Hilliard. Grandparents are Scott and Sandy Bayliff, Dinah Arlington and Jack and Joyce Wiechart. ST. Continue » Swimming pool ticket sales low this yearLocal News (210 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Motorists passing the Delphos Municipal Swimming Pool may have noticed it doesn’t look as packed as it did a Continue » The more things change …Sports (1168 words)
It seems like this is happening every season with the local professional baseball teams from Ohio. It seems like Moses was last around when the Reds Continue » Jennings library to host annual Lego contestLocal News (80 words)
The Fort Jennings Branch Library annual Lego contest will run Aug. 10 - 25. Children are divided in to the following three categories: Kindergarten and under; Continue » Jones brings home Reserve Grand ChampionLocal News (265 words)
For the Delphos Herald COLUMBUS — Drs. John and Bonnie Jones just returned from the Ohio State Fair where they showed their registered Southdown sheep. “We took Continue » August 7th, 2009 Budgeting for a year on the open roadLocal News (640 words)
It’s the question some people have asked, other people want to and I think everybody wonders. “How much does all this cost?” Reporters are usually the Continue » Mark Dennis BrinkmanFor the Record (174 words, 2 responses)
May 4, 1961 - Aug. 4, 2009 Mark Dennis Brinkman, 48, of Delphos, died Tuesday at his residence. He was born May 4, 1961, in Lima, to Continue » Robert E. DicusFor the Record (186 words, 1 response)
Nov. 14, 1946 - Aug. 4, 2009 Robert E. “Bob” Dicus, 62, of rural Venedocia, died at 8:08 p.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was Continue » For the Record (56 words)
A girl, Madison Jean, was born Aug. 1 to Rex and Nicole (Sargent) Deal of Fayetteville, N.C. She weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19 Continue » Kiwanis playground project moving alongLocal News (243 words)
DELPHOS — On any given day of nice weather, little ones can be found scampering across colorful playground equipment at Stadium Park. The group that Continue » August 8th, 2009 Richard KieswetterFor the Record (207 words)
Aug. 16, 1931 - Aug. 5, 2009 Richard Sylvester “Dick” Kieswetter, 77, of Delphos, died at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Hospital. He was born Aug. Continue » Reindel family offers ‘Celebration of Life’ SaturdayLocal News (55 words)
As a small token of thanks to all who have helped Melonie Reindel and her family throughout her cancer journey, a “Celebration of Life” will Continue » Pettaway signs with Germany’s Dachau SpursSports (193 words)
For The Delphos Herald DEFIANCE — Former Defiance College standout center, Anthony Pettaway, has recently signed a contract to begin his professional career on the hardwood. Continue » Thrift Shop sets BOGO saleLocal News (39 words)
The Interfaith Thrift Shop will hold a buy-one, get-one-free sale this week. All clothing, books, shoes, puzzles and more are included. Items not included are toys, Continue » Queen hopefuls to hold car washLocal News (43 words)
Canal Days Queen Pageant contestants will hold a car wash from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at The Point. Proceeds will help with the cost of Continue » Ben Lee HuddlestonFor the Record (82 words)
Ben Lee Huddleston, 51, of Spencerville, died at 2:50 a.m. Thursday at St. Rita’s Medical Center, following a battle with cancer. He was born May 30, Continue » Van Wert Chamber seeks nominations for 2009 Small Business of the YearLocal News (615 words, 1 response)
The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking nominations for the 4th Annual Van Wert County Small Business of the Year Awards. Nominations Continue » Van Wert hosts Crossroads FestivalLocal News (1514 words, 1 response)
For the Delphos Herald VAN WERT — Tens of thousands of people are expected to converge on Van Wert this weekend as the community celebrates its Continue » Portions of Elida under water boil advisoryLocal News (102 words)
The Village of Elida Water Department experienced a water main leak on Thursday. Because the water supply was shut off for an extended period of time, Continue » August 9th, 2009 Library cancels special meetingLocal News (17 words)
The special meeting of the Putnam County District Library set for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday has been cancelled. This and ThatLocal News (1138 words)
An icon is gone. No longer, when someone asks for directions north of Delphos, can we say “Go to the Mushroom Plant and turn right Continue » Middle school sets registrationLocal News (53 words)
Jefferson Middle School has set registration for the 2009-10 school year. The office will be open for registration 9-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Families new to the Continue » High school sets registrationLocal News (80 words)
St. John’s High School will hold its registration Aug. 24 and 25. Freshmen orientation will be on Aug. 24, starting at 9 a.m. and running all Continue » LACCA has 2 home loans availableLocal News (132 words)
The Lima Allen Council on Community Affairs has two remaining Federal Home Loan Grants available to purchase a home for families or individuals who are Continue » Allen fair under pressure; junior fair reflects poor economic timesLocal News (834 words)
By MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald LIMA — Because Allen County commissioners slashed local funding to the fair board and the OSU Extension earlier this year, Fair Continue » Braves LL championsSports (72 words)
The Delphos Braves grabbed the 2009 Tri-County Little League title. Members of the team are, front row, left to right, Buddy Jackson, Brandon Slate, Ben Continue » Sidewalks to increase safety on busy roadLocal News (417 words)
By MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald DELPHOS ­­— In an effort to make a city roadway more safe for pedestrians, officials are ready to start a project Continue » August 11th, 2009 Biggest cuts slam mental health servicesLocal News (784 words, 1 response)
National news in recent weeks has been filled with stories of heinous crimes in which lives have been lost: A Texas woman with mental health Continue » Football scrimmagesLocal News (75 words)
Saturday was the first day local football teams were allowed to go live during the 2009 preseason. Both St. John’s and Jefferson took advantage as Continue » Jason BinkleyFor the Record (42 words)
Jason Binkley, 34, of Lafayette and the Lima area, died at 7:53 p.m. Sunday in the St. Rita’s Medical Center emergency room following a motorcycle Continue » Wieman/Tominack EngagementLifestyles (94 words)
Dana and Joanne Wieman of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Melissa A., to  Zachary R. Tominack, son of Ronald and Jenny Tominack of Continue » Schroeder/Calvelage EngagementLifestyles (80 words)
George and Ruth Schroeder of Ottawa announce the engagement of their daughter, Linda, to Dan Calvelage, son of Elda Calvelage of Delphos and the late Continue » Robert G. BoothbyLocal News (190 words)
Dec. 10, 1929 - Aug. 9, 2009 Robert G. Boothby, 79, of Delphos, died at 9:15 a.m. Sunday at his residence. He was born Dec. 10, 1929, Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ricker weddingLifestyles (176 words)
Paul Ricker of Avon and Jill Wagner of South Bend were united in marriage at 1:30 p.m. on July 4, at St. Michael’s Church in Continue » Roy and Nancy RampeFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 7 to Roy and Nancy Rampe of Kalida. Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Utrup AnniversaryLifestyles (90 words)
Bernard “Sam” and Rita Utrup observed 40 years of marriage on Aug. 2. To celebrate, a family trip to Gatlinburg, Tenn., is planned. Bernard and Rita Kill Continue » Will and Amanda FrischFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 7 to Will and Amanda Frisch of Cloverdale. 4-H taking bids on OSU home football ticketsLocal News (191 words)
The Van Wert County 4-H Endowment Board is offering pairs of Ohio State University home game football tickets. All seven home games are up for Continue » Daniel M. CousinoFor the Record (60 words)
Oct. 1, 1954 - Aug. 8, 2009 Daniel M. Cousino, 54, of Toledo, died at 11:55 p.m. Saturday at the Meadows. He was born Oct. 1, 1954, Continue » Donald J. NealFor the Record (210 words)
July 6, 1951 - Aug. 8, 2009 Donald J. Neal, 58, of Blue Grass, Iowa, died on Saturday at Genesis M Robert G. Boothby    edical Center, Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Vincent WeddingLifestyles (254 words)
Pamela Evelyn Sechrist and Mitchell James Vincent were united in marriage on May 24 at First United Methodist Church, Williamsport, Pa., the Rev. Richard Waters Continue » Carl BrennerFor the Record (251 words)
Sept. 23, 1932 Aug. 8, 2009 Carl Brenner, 76, of Montpelier, died at 2:45 a.m. Saturday. He was born Sept. 23, 1932, in Delphos, to Louis and Caroline Continue » Mr. and Mrs. James Weger AnniversaryLifestyles (88 words)
Mr. and Mrs. James Weger of Delphos will observe 50 years of marriage on Aug. 22. James and Joan Wellman were married on that date in Continue » Chief Supermarket Shopping SpreeLocal News (58 words)
David Straus made sure to hit the diaper aisle at Chief Supermarket in Delphos Saturday during his 90-second shopping spree. He also picked up meat, Continue » Wheels-n-Wings draws thousands to Van WertLocal News (77 words, 1 response)
Visitors flocked to the Van Wert Regional Airport and Van Wert County Fairgrounds for the “Wheels-n-Wings” Heritage Festival this weekend. An estimated 8,000 filled the Continue » August 12th, 2009 Jason M. BinkleyFor the Record (106 words)
Nov. 24, 1975 - Aug. 9, 2009 Jason M. “Bink” Binkley, 33, of Lafayette, died at 7:53 p.m. Sunday in the emergency room at St. Rita’s Continue » Jason and Trisha AdcockFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 10 to Jason and Trisha Adcock of Elida. Jefferson slides by Jays in Tee-Off ClassicSports (638 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Led by medalist Austin Clarkson’s 75, the Jefferson golf team defeated St. John’s, Ottoville and Fort Jennings in the annual Tee-Off Continue » Ray MorhartFor the Record (21 words)
Ray Morhart, 82, of Elida, died at 9:55 p.m. Monday at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Board OKs resolution for levyLocal News (757 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — City School Board members on Monday approved the first of two resolutions necessary to place a current operating expense Continue » Mike and Kathryn RingwaldFor the Record (14 words)
A boy was born Aug. 10 to Mike and Kathryn Ringwald of Middle Point. Matthew and Melissa HilversFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 10 to Matthew and Melissa Hilvers of Ottoville. EYE ON ARTLocal News (579 words)
From the Wassenberg Art Center Gian Lorenzo Bernini (1598-1680) was a master Baroque sculptor and architect of 17th Century Rome. Born in Naples, at age seven Continue » Dry fields have area farmers frettingLocal News (310 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com Despite the few drops on windshields this morning, the National Weather Service office in Northern Indiana recorded just .25 inch of Continue » August 13th, 2009 Hesseling to play for BlufftonSports (130 words)
Taylor Hesseling has been added to the 2009 Bluffton University football team by head coach Tyson Veidt. Hesseling, a 2009 Jefferson graduate, started playing football Continue » New Marbletown calendars readyLocal News (54 words)
The newly-printed Marbletown calendars are ready. The original calendars had a misprint in them. The new calendars also include an extra page of military. Anyone who wishes Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (845 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald That will be some kind of ceremony in Berlin at the world track and field championships this coming weekend. They are going Continue » Lobsiger passes basic trainingLifestyles (85 words)
Air Force Airman Chad C. Lobsiger graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program Continue » Ray H. MorhartFor the Record (196 words, 1 response)
Feb. 21, 1927 - Aug. 10, 2009 Ray H. Morhart, 82, of Elida, died at 9:55 a.m. Monday at his residence. He was born Feb. 21, 1927, Continue » Jennings’ Sukup to retire next yearLocal News (380 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com FORT JENNINGS — During a light agenda, Superintendent Frank Sukup announced plans to retire after the upcoming academic year. He indicated Continue » Rose puts experience to work for herselfLocal News (226 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — When Mo Gert’s Place owner Kecia Rose decided to open a pizza place, she knew it had to be Continue » Utility ordinance passes second readingLocal News (287 words)
By SUE GERKER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — City council quickly ran through a light agenda Tuesday during its regular meeting. An ordinance increasing the water service fee Continue » Jessica Thompson of Kody JohnsonFor the Record (15 words)
A boy was born Aug. 11 to Jessica Thompson of Kody Johnson of Van Wert. Michael and Christy KillionFor the Record (13 words)
Twin boys were born Aug. 11 to Michael and Christy Killion of Kalida. Canal Days Karaoke finalists chosenLocal News (70 words)
Sixteen Canal Days Karaoke contest winners were whittled to nine in the preliminaries at the Delphos Eagles Tuesday evening. They include, front from left, Kevin Continue » August 14th, 2009 Canal Days to offer new and favoritesLocal News (1116 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com DELPHOS - New events and returning favorites are shaping up for the 2009 Canal Days celebration Sept. 17-20 in downtown Delphos. The Continue » Troy and Nancy RampeFor the Record (36 words)
A boy, Logan Thomas, was born Aug. 7 to Troy and Nancy Rampe of Kalida. He was welcomed home by big brother, Brady. Grandparents are Ron and Continue » Library makes cuts to accommodate loss of fundsLocal News (444 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Public Library Board of Trustees met in regular session at the library to discuss the month of Continue » Jerry A. KillFor the Record (204 words)
Jerry A. Kill, 54, of South Portland, Maine, and originally of Spencerville, passed away unexpectedly Saturday Aug 8th at Maine Medical Center, Portland Maine. He was Continue » Board gives OK for 2nd levyLocal News (216 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com DELPHOS – City School Board of Education members approved the second resolution necessary to place a 1.46-mill Current Expense Levy on Continue » Clarkson hot as Wildcats down Musketeers in golfSports (117 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Senior Austin Clarkson picked up where he left off last fall, carding a 35 to pace the Jefferson golf team to Continue » Finding ways to connect as important on the road as at homeLocal News (710 words)
By Becky Hirn Several years ago, Dan and I were living in Columbus and trying to decide where to really start our life together. We both Continue » Jennings ready for Motor Madness WeekendLocal News (177 words)
Fort Jennings is gearing up for Motor Madness Weekend this weekend. Water Street will be closed from the post office to the fire department for Continue » August 15th, 2009 Michael and Christy KillionFor the Record (13 words)
Twin boys were born Aug. 11 to Michael and Christy Killion of Kalida. LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (239 words)
Grove edges Jennings, Miller City KALIDA — It was a close match on a clear and sunny Thursday at Country Acres but Columbus Grove edged Fort Continue » Holy frog legs, Batman!Local News (25 words)
Ten-year-old Kayla Black caught this large frog in the Miami-Erie Canal Thursday evening using hot dog as bait. Shawn and Elizabeth GerdemanFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 13 to Shawn and Elizabeth Gerdeman of Delphos First FamiliesLocal News (285 words)
 By Scott Clarkson Here are some interesting and often amazing facts about our First Families: • During World War II, Winston Churchill visited the White House where Continue » Wheels-N-Wings art for saleLocal News (141 words)
The Van Wert Area Convention and Visitors Bureau commissioned local artist Fran Neiswander to create an original piece of artwork celebrating the 2009 Wheels-N-Wings Festival Continue » Jessica Thompson and Kody JohnsonFor the Record (15 words)
A boy was born Aug. 11 to Jessica Thompson and Kody Johnson of Van Wert. Fall Baseball League formingSports (138 words)
A new local Fall Baseball League for boys entering the following grades — 3rd/4th and 5th/6th grades — is forming. Games will begin Sept. 5th and Continue » Ag society inducts Hall of FamersLocal News (321 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com LIMA — The Allen County Fairgrounds was host Thursday to the kick-off dinner for the 159th Allen County Fair. Allen County Agricultural Continue » August 16th, 2009 Delphos Recycle set todayLocal News (120 words)
Delphos Project Recycle is set for 9 a.m. to noon today at Delphos Fuel and Wash north of Double A Trailer Sales on East Fifth Continue » August 18th, 2009 Jefferson names ticket changesSports (242 words)
The Jefferson Athletic Department has made some changes in the sports tickets sales for the 2009-10 athletic year. Adult All-Sports Ticket Booklets will sell (5 tickets Continue » Jays alumni game SaturdaySports (49 words)
The St. John’s Girls Soccer Alumni Game between the current varsity team and the “old-timers” which will be held at the Annex at 1 p.m. Continue » Class of 1939 holds reunionLocal News (57 words)
Classmates and spouses attending the 70th reunion of the class of 1939 are, front from left, Mary Grothouse, Mary Say, Betty (Kaverman) Beckman, Betty (Schosker) Continue » Expert offers job search adviceLocal News (769 words)
DELPHOS — Coping with financial hardship is especially stressful but when one is unemployed and opportunities are scarce, the challenges can seem overwhelming. Therefore, there Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Arnold E. MillerLifestyles (127 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Arnold E. Miller of Landeck celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Aug. 9 with a family gathering in Landeck. Arnold and the former Continue » Red Cross offers disease classLocal News (65 words)
The Putnam County Red Cross will hold a class on Communicable Diseases at 6 p.m. on Tuesday at the Annex Building from 6 p.m. until Continue » Fort Jennings Motor Madness Weekend beginsLocal News (28 words)
Dave Webb spins a smoky offering Friday evening during the burnout contest. Participants burned rubber and the crowd picked the favorites. Cheerleaders first at Shelby CountySports (73 words)
The All-Star Cheer Squad from All-Star Gymnastics in Delphos took home 1st place in the Young All Star Division during competition held at the Shelby Continue » Van Wert Health Aware Fair Sept. 19Local News (168 words)
On Sept. 19, the annual Van Wert County Health Aware Fair will be held in the commons area at Van Wert High School. The event is Continue » Jefferson unveils new plans in scrimmageSports (392 words)
BATH TOWNSHIP — Jefferson’s gridiron program is installing new systems on both sides of the ball for 2009, so live scrimmages might be even more Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan FortmanLifestyles (190 words)
Branden Michelle Madish and Jonathan Michael Fortman were united in marriage on April 18 in San Antonio, Texas, at the King William Church, with Bill Continue » NAMI plans cookout for August meetingLocal News (157 words)
A cook-out is being planned for the 7 p.m. Monday meeting of the local National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) affiliate at the Drop-In Center Continue » Jays, Bulldogs open scrimmage seasonSports (583 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — There is a reason that football teams conduct preseason scrimmages, just like other sports have their scrimmages and exhibitions. They Continue » Larimore/GarmanLifestyles (104 words)
Tim and Joyce Larimore of Elida announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy J., to Adam Garman, son of Robin and Greg Garman of Greenfield. The Continue » Unverferth donates to Putnam HabitatLocal News (289 words)
For the Delphos Herald KALIDA — Unverferth Manufacturing of Kalida recently made a $3,000 donation to the new Putnam County Habitat for Humanity affiliate. “Habitat is founded Continue » Fort Jennings Motor Madness Weekend beginsLocal News (59 words)
Hundreds of spectators were drawn to downtown Fort Jennings Friday evening for the start of Motor Madness Weekend in Fort Jennings. The burnout, car show Continue » Margaret Blanche HardestyFor the Record (80 words)
Jan. 1, 1934 - Aug. 14, 2009 Margaret Blanche Hardesty, 75, of Spencerville, died at 1:20 p.m. Friday at Van Wert In-Patient Hospice Center. She was born Jan. Continue » Garden Club celebrates 60 yearsLocal News (798 words)
By STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — The Green Thumb Garden Club celebrated 60 years Sunday with a tea party from 2-4 p.m. at St. Peter Continue » August 19th, 2009 Paws to considerLocal News (662 words)
by Dr. John Jones A few weeks ago, my wife, Bonnie, and I attended a memorial service for my Aunt Helen Jean. It was a beautiful Continue » Tuition credits talliedLocal News (80 words)
St. John’s Elementary School Principal Nathan Stant receives a check for $9,685.80 from Scrip representative Donna Pohlman. The amount represents the total tuition credit earned Continue » Curt and Julie UnverferthFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Aug. 16 to Curt and Julie Unverferth of Cloverdale. Jefferson names ticket changesSports (242 words)
The Jefferson Athletic Department has made some changes in the sports tickets sales for the 2009-10 athletic year. Adult All-Sports Ticket Booklets will sell (5 tickets Continue » Safety council to discuss heath care issues Sept. 9Local News (273 words)
Van Wert Area Safety Council met Aug. 12 at Willow Bend for its monthly breakfast meeting. There were 46 members in attendance. VWA Safety Council Manager Marci Continue » Franklin holding registrationLocal News (49 words)
Holly Metzger, right, registers her son Tyler, left front, for school at Franklin Elementary Monday while his friend, Brady Zaler, looks on. Students in grades Continue » Todd and Gretchen BroeckerFor the Record (34 words)
A daughter, Elizabeth Maria, was born on Aug. 7 at St. Ann’s in Columbus to Todd and Gretchen Broecker. Grandparents are Roger and Alice Broecker of Continue » Local RoundupSports (301 words)
Wildcats fifth, Bearcats sixth at Contini Memorial LIMA — Lima Central Catholic destroyed the competition at the Rob Contini Memorial golf tournament Monday at Hawthorne Hills. Led Continue » Eye on ArtLocal News (706 words)
Drawing is fun! So why do many people find it so difficult? It seems as if it shouldn’t be hard. You’re sitting there with your Continue » Housing planned behind schoolLocal News (394 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — Superintendent Scott Mangas of Ottovile Local School announced Monday a housing development is being planned near the school campus. Mangas Continue » August 20th, 2009 LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (403 words)
The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Senior Austin Clarkson took medalist honors with a 37 over nine holes as the Wildcats moved to 3-0 (2-0 in the Continue » Jennings weekend successful, needs more safety measuresLocal News (389 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com FORT JENNINGS — Village council addressed a light agenda Tuesday evening. A review of Motor Madness Weekend revealed the need for more Continue » Elida Schools looking at H1N1 vaccinationLocal News (539 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com ELIDA — The topic of the H1N1 vaccine dominated the Tuesday meeting of the Elida Local Schools Board of Education. In Continue » Benefit set for local womanLocal News (92 words)
A benefit will be held Saturday at the Delphos Eagles for Tina Mills, recently diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy. At noon, there will be a Texas Hold Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (972 words)
Again? The roller-coaster known as Brett Favre is at it again. The retired-not retired-retired-not retired — again and again; reminds me of the “she loves me, she Continue » Community Unity prepares for first project runLocal News (526 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — The Community Unity Organizational Committee met at Trinity United Methodist Church on Tuesday to discuss this coming Friday’s School Continue » August 21st, 2009 Dave and Michelle KroegerFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 19 to Dave and Michelle Kroeger of Delphos. Kalida man proposes in fly-byLocal News (60 words)
Jason Kahle of Kalida proposed to Aleasha Decker of Pandora in a fly-by. Kahle, an engineer, formed the proposal from landscape fiber in 20-foot letters Continue » Johnathon and Elise CarverFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 18 to Johnathon and Elise Carver of Elida. Alma M. BurgeiFor the Record (202 words)
Jan. 4, 1927 - Aug. 18, 2009 Alma M. Burgei, 82, of Cloverdale, died at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Jan. Continue » Delphos Stadium Club to host ‘Football Open House’Local News (385 words)
DELPHOS — The Delphos Stadium Club will join with contributors and volunteers from the community on Tuesday in hosting the “Football Open House” at Stadium Continue » Under the CoversLocal News (414 words)
By. Sara Berelsman My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult examines a socially relevant issue while posing a significant moral dilemma to readers. It drew me in Continue » Our Trip Takes UsLocal News (549 words)
By Becky Hirn As a reader and a writer, it’s interesting to see the way people use words. Besides written language, I take notice of the Continue » Kris and Cassy PaddubnyFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Aug. 18 to Kris and Cassy Paddubny of Delphos. Libraries explain predicamentsLocal News (743 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com DELPHOS  — Though the state biennial budget was recently passed by the General Assembly, additional cuts can be made at any Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (766 words)
Bryan cops 18-team Kalida Invite KALIDA — Bryan edged Lima Central Catholic 303-306 to grab the 18-team Kalida Wildcat Invitational Wednesday morning/afteroon at Country Acres Golf Continue » Restaurant ownership an essay awayLocal News (401 words)
LANDECK — Kyle Caballero, owner of Caballero’s Landeck Tavern, is offering his restaurant as first prize in an essay-writing contest. The 60-day contest requires participants to Continue » August 22nd, 2009 Blue Jay golfers win pair of dualsSports (198 words)
DELPHOS — The St. John’s boys and girls golfers won their respective Midwest Athletic Conference dual matches Thursday at the Delphos Country Club. The Lady Blue Continue » For the Record (15 words)
ST. RITA’S A girl was born Aug. 20 to Gregory and Beth Hellman of Fort Jennings. Lancer boys win own invitationalSports (132 words)
VAN WERT — Lincolnview hosted the 7-team Lancer Invitational boys golf outing on Thursday morning at Hickory Sticks Golf Club. The Lancers emerged victorious after posting Continue » Soccer SundaySports (106 words)
The Delphos Soccer Association will be hosting Soccer Sunday at the soccer fields located at the St. John’s Annex. Team pictures will begin at 11:30 Continue » Putnam libraries gearing up with fall offeringsLocal News (320 words)
The Putnam County District Library has announced fall offerings. Story Time The district library locations will have story time starting on Aug. 31 through Nov. 19. Story times Continue » Ardner Memorial still taking teamsSports (85 words)
The 8th annual Johnny W. Ardner Memorial Golf Outing has been set for Sept. 6 at The Oaks Golf Course (2425 South Kemp Rd.). The shotgun Continue » Livestock care bill on November ballotLocal News (984 words)
Nearly each Autumn, an out-of-state special interest group submits signatures to place a measure on the November ballot. Hoping to prevent one in 2010 from Continue » August 24th, 2009 Mountains of school supplies given to studentsLocal News (72 words)
Members of the Community Unity organizational committee Pastor Dave Howell, Stephenie Culp, Pat Poling, Suzanne Taylor and Melissa Odenweller stand by one of the mountains Continue » Window to the PastLocal News (2075 words)
Streets Covered with Ice Boulders Columbus, Ohio, was visited by probably the most disastrous hailstorm in its history. The damage to crops and buildings in this vicinity is Continue » Blue Jay gridders tune up for LCCSports (446 words)
CELINA — With only two preseason tuneups, high school football teams need to take advantage of every opportunity at live action they can get to Continue » This and ThatLocal News (1850 words)
Not everyone is fortunate enough to be included in two 60th Class Reunions in one year just three weeks apart and five miles apart. I Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (485 words)
I can’t believe how fast this summer flew by. In less than 10 days, the kids will be back in school and the first football Continue » Local RoundupSports (89 words)
DELPHOS — With Kurt Warnecke shooting a medalist-winning 38, the Fort Jennings Musketeer golfers edged Parkway 178-180 Friday in a dual at the Delphos Country Continue » 2009 Allen County Fair opensLocal News (86 words)
The St. John’s High School Marching Band hosted this year’s Kewpee Showcase of Bands Friday night at the Allen County Fairgrounds. Bands from many county Continue » August 25th, 2009 Lindeman puts Wildcat gridders through final pacesSports (388 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Jefferson football team competed in its second scrimmage against Waynesfield-Goshen Friday night at Stadium Park. Both teams struggled Continue » Warnecke/HovestLifestyles (98 words)
David and Rose Mary Warnecke of Fort Jennings, announce the engagement of their daughter Meghan Rose, to Anthony Joseph Hovest, son of Tony and Cindy Continue » Nathan Alexander MillerFor the Record (170 words, 1 response)
May 17, 1996 - Aug. 21, 2009 Nathan Alexander Miller, 13, of Delphos, passed away at 1:14 p.m. Friday at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. He was Continue » Pohlman/SniderLifestyles (112 words)
Donna Pohlman of Delphos announces the engagement of her daughter, Lindsay of Columbus Grove, to Andrew D. Snider, son of David and Charissa Snider of Continue » Allen/GeckleLifestyles (142 words)
Fred and Alice Allen of Wauseon announce the engagement of their daughter, Rachel Elizabeth, to David James Geckle, son of Jim and Pat Geckle of Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Steven KnippenLifestyles (249 words)
Mindy Kay Weitzel and Steven Trevor Knippen were united in marriage May 9, 2009, at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Fort Recovery, Deacon John Continue » Diana S. JohnsonFor the Record (279 words)
Jan. 23, 1953 - Aug. 21, 2009 Diana S. Johnson, 56, of Elida, died at 1:05 p.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Jan. Continue » Kettering Banjo Society closes concert seriesLocal News (74 words)
Jacqueline K. LooserFor the Record (197 words)
July 7, 1954 - Aug. 22, 2009 Jacqueline K. Looser, 55, of Ottoville, died at 1:50 a.m. Saturday at Vancrest Health Care Center in Delphos. She was Continue » Fair offers something for everyoneLocal News (98 words)
August 26th, 2009 Elwer takes Reserve Champion in ‘Farrow to Finish’ market hogsLocal News (276 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com LIMA — Monday morning at the Allen County Fairgrounds,  the Junior Fair held its “Farrow to Finish Market Hog Show,” in Continue » For the Record (27 words)
ST. RITA’S A boy was born Aug. 21 to Kelsey Croft and Matthew Plaugher of Spencerville. A girl was born Aug. 24 to Trent and Amy Gossett Continue » ‘Clunkers’ hits the dumpsterLocal News (639 words)
The White House’s “Cash for Clunkers” program came to an official end Monday night but some dealers stopped participating when they saw how inept the Continue » Jennings CL of C attends conventionLocal News (198 words)
The Fort Jennings CLC Council 88 recently attended the CLC Convention  in Perrysburg. At the 40th annual convention, Putnam County councils were the host of the Continue » Big Green boys open with winSports (752 words)
OTTOVILLE — Both Ottoville and Van Wert have inexperienced boys soccer teams heading into the 2009 campaign. The Big Green have a little bit more going Continue » Local roundupSports (542 words)
The Delphos Herald --------- Big Green golfers grab tri-match DELPHOS — Led by medalist Jordcan Schimmoeller’s 35 and the 37 of Zach Weber, the Ottoville golf unit improved Continue » St. John’s Elementary holds open house, principal’s welcomeLocal News (114 words)
August 27th, 2009 LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (1237 words)
The Delphos Herald Lancers edge Wildcats in NWC golf BLUFFTON — Despite Jefferson senior Austin Clarkson’s 38, the Wildcats fell 170-172 to Lincolnview in a Northwest Conference Continue » It’s baaaack!Sports (644 words)
Here we go again. The high school football season is upon us. Doesn’t it seem that every year, time goes by faster and faster? Doesn’t it seem Continue » Library offers local history programLocal News (99 words)
The Putnam County District Library in Ottawa (at the Educational Service Center) in celebration of Ottawa’s 175th anniversary invites the public to join them for Continue » Pat’s Donuts and Kreme comes to DelphosLocal News (416 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — On Monday, Pat’s Donuts and Kreme opened here in Delphos, right next to Delphos Discount Drugs. For owners Continue » Dr. Hohman gives ‘Childhood Chat’ on back-to-school basics, immunizationLocal News (604 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Pediatrician Dr. Jennifer Hohman gave one of three “Childhood Chats” Tuesday to a crowd at the Delphos K of Continue » UNOH tennis players named scholar-athletesSports (94 words)
Four University of Northwestern Ohio tennis players were named by the ITA (Intercollegiate Tennis Association) as Scholar-Athletes: Bryan Wright (Elida), Logan Wyse (Archbold), Tara Carr Continue » Lady ‘Riders goose-egg Blue JaysSports (669 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com ST. MARYS — The St. Marys girls soccer team finished 18-2-1 last season, with five starters and nine letterwinners back for 2009. St. John’s ended with Continue » Council tables utility rate ordinancesLocal News (422 words)
DELPHOS — Council tabled two ordinances regarding utility rates and set a public hearing to vacate some land in a brief regular-session meeting Tuesday. Legislation changing Continue » Delphos Stadium Club holds football open houseLocal News (122 words)
August 28th, 2009 Abby starts school on the roadLocal News (745 words)
Abby’s first art lesson at school last week was to draw a self-portrait. I don’t know for sure if she’s ever done that for a Continue » Elementary schools host open housesLocal News (53 words)
Franklin Elementary School Principal Damon Ulm, above, talks with Lesley Moore, who brought her son, Tristan, to meet staff during the school’s open house Wednesday Continue » Letter to the EditorFor the Record (307 words)
DEAR EDITOR: Message: Open Letter to: Senator George Voinovich Senator Sherrod Brown Congressman Bob Latta Congressman Jim Jordan One million dollars! To be exact, it is $1.2 million that my home town, Continue » Artist Velasquez giving Best One old-time lookLocal News (211 words)
DELPHOS — Oscar Velasquez has left his mark in many area towns with murals that depict life from another time. The artist has started a new Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (731 words)
The Delphos Herald Blue Jay golfers take 2 from Parkway The St. John’s boys and girls golf teams played at different locations Wednesday but came up with the Continue » Ottoville sweeps cheer contest at fairLocal News (120 words)
Members of the winning Ottoville junior high and high school squads include,  Junior High Division — Morgan Beining, Anna Bendele, Ali Eickholt, Megan Lambert, Haylee Continue » August 29th, 2009 Ron and Holly MaxwellFor the Record (51 words)
Triplets, a boy and two girls, were born Aug. 23 in Indianapolis to Ron and Holly Maxwell of Lebanna, Ind. Grandfather is Ron Mullen of Broken Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (885 words)
Lancer grab 7-team Wayne Trace invite With Anthony Simpson shooting a 38 and Pierce Wolters 39, the Lincolnview boys golfers had enough to win the 7-team Continue » Gable takes Reserve Champion Beef FemaleLocal News (174 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com LIMA — Zachary Gable, 12, earned Jr. Fair Reserve Champion Beef Female this week at the Allen County Fair. Gable is a Continue » Matt and Marykay SchwinnenFor the Record (15 words)
A boy, Caleb Daniel, was born Aug. 20 to Matt and Marykay Schwinnen of Delphos. Jeffcats give Drerup opening winSports (790 words)
The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Jefferson’s girls soccer team has usually been the one with younger and less experienced teams. This season, they have almost three handfuls Continue » Area youth ‘fairing’ well at Allen CountyLocal News (251 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com LIMA — On Monday, 18-year-old Meghan Dunlap of Delphos showed her steer in the Born and Raised Market Steer contest. Dunlap, Continue » August 30th, 2009 Elida snaps 2-year grid losing streakSports (747 words, 1 response)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald Austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com ELIDA — The Elida varsity football team won its first game in two years, defeating Liberty Benton 49-35 in what proved Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (647 words)
Just this last week, the Museum of Postal History of Delphos cleared a major hurdle. As you know, there were several items in our new Continue » Wildcats open with impressive victorySports (784 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com PERRY TOWNSHIP — Jefferson first-year head football coach Bub Lindeman was excited to see his new offensive and defensive schemes unveiled Continue » From the Thrift ShopLocal News (672 words)
by Margie Rostorfer Treasure — 1. an accumulation of valuables; abundance or wealth; a hoard or store; 2. something highly prized or of great value. Did you Continue » From the Mayor’s Desk …Local News (241 words)
 by Michael Gallemeier School is getting ready to start back up so I would like to give some reminders on school safety. There are four different school Continue » Latta visits OttovilleLocal News (634 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — Though house calls are no longer made by most doctors, one House member visited a manufacturer here Friday after Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (624 words)
My dad has been gone for a long 11 years or 11 short years; depends on how you look at it. Sometimes it seems like yesterday Continue » Herald owner turns 80Local News (42 words)
Delphos Mayor Michael Gallmeier, left, reads a proclamation noting Delphos Herald Owner and Publisher Murray Cohen’s 80th birthday and his contributions to the community through Continue » 9-year-old Ditto twins win first, second with goatsLocal News (649 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com LIMA — Walking into a barn full of goats at the fair is a bit like walking onto a playground during Continue »