October 1st, 2009 Lady Jays capture sectional golf titleSports (505 words)
KALIDA — The St. John’s girls golf team came into the season with high expectations after barely missing out on a state berth a year Continue » Another lost season for Reds and IndiansSports (624 words)
Wait until next year. That seems to be the perpetual mantra of Cincinnati Reds’ and Cleveland Indians’ fans. The end of another miserable major-league baseball season for Continue » Harry H. BrinkmanFor the Record (314 words)
April 25, 1920 Sept. 27, 2009 Harry H. Brinkman, 89, of Delphos, died at 5:55 p.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born April 25, 1920, Continue » Local News (27 words)
ST. RITA’S A boy was born Sept. 29 to Brian and Joni Neff of Elida. A girl was born Sept. 29 to Veronica Curry and Antione Fields Continue » Musketeers own 2nd half vs. Lady JeffcatsSports (486 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com FORT JENNINGS —  The Wildcats of Delphos Jefferson traveled to Fort Jennings and Keith Hamel Memorial Field to take on the Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Tiffany Horstman. Congratulations Tiffany! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Samantha Thitoff. Congratulations Samantha! Wildcats tear up BearcatsSports (509 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net DELPHOS — The undefeated Jefferson Lady Wildcats hosted the Spencerville Lady Bearcats at Jefferson Senior High School Tuesday night. The Lady Wildcats Continue » Jefferson to crown 2009 Homecoming Queen FridayLocal News (180 words)
Ohio farmers want control of animal careLocal News (868 words)
Nearly each election year, an out-of-state special interest group submits signatures to place a measure on the ballot. Hoping to prevent one in 2010 from Continue » Hellman gets others involvedLocal News (447 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Volunteering one’s time selflessly and getting nothing in return is an admirable thing but perhaps more admirable is inspiring Continue » Mary Bohnlein BackusFor the Record (159 words)
Feb. 28, 1911 - Sept. 29, 2009 Mary Bohnlein Backus, 98, of Howell, Mich., and formerly of Lima and Delphos, died Tuesday. She was born Feb. 28, Continue » High school seniors tour DelphosLocal News (118 words)
October 2nd, 2009 Another lost season for Reds and IndiansSports (624 words)
Wait until next year. That seems to be the perpetual mantra of Cincinnati Reds’ and Cleveland Indians’ fans. The end of another miserable major-league baseball season for Continue » SPAM, explosions on the menu on the roadLocal News (688 words)
The kids had SPAM for the first time this week. You might be thinking we’re having a hard time with our grocery budget opting for Continue » Wildcats tear up BearcatsSports (509 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net DELPHOS — The undefeated Jefferson Lady Wildcats hosted the Spencerville Lady Bearcats at Jefferson Senior High School Tuesday night. The Lady Wildcats Continue » Musketeers own 2nd half vs. Lady JeffcatsSports (486 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com FORT JENNINGS —  The Wildcats of Delphos Jefferson traveled to Fort Jennings and Keith Hamel Memorial Field to take on the Continue » Teresa “Terri” (Dawson) GauvinFor the Record (117 words)
Nov. 2, 1960 - Sept. 25, 2009 Teresa A. “Terri” (Dawson) Gauvin, 48, of Stamford, Conn. and formerly of Spencerville, died at 2:30 p.m. Friday in Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Dana Lindeman. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Trey Smith. Furloughs may save jobsLocal News (403 words)
LIMA — Allen County commissioners implemented a furlough program and additional budget cuts during their weekly meeting Wednesday. The measure is being called a proactive Continue » Rotary Senior Tour 2009Local News (80 words)
October 3rd, 2009 Appreciating veterans to be on the ballotLocal News (384 words)
mford@delphosherald.com Despite ongoing budget woes, one of the ballot issues this November would spend up to $2 million to say “thanks” to some of Ohio’s military Continue » Swine flu vaccine raises questionsLocal News (620 words, 1 response)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — With the imminent arrival of the much-debated Swine Flu vaccine, more and more calls are being made to local Continue » Rebecca and Josh UphausFor the Record (16 words)
Rebecca and Josh Uphaus of Fort Jennings had a baby boy on Wednesday at St. Rita's. Katie Hardy and Zac StrangelFor the Record (16 words)
Katie Hardy and Zac Strangel of Elida had a baby boy on Thursday at St. Rita's. St. John’s gets MAC volleyball winSports (633 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net NEW BREMEN — The St. John’s volleyball team has had its share of struggles winning matches in the Midwest Athletic Conference. The Continue » Elvis visits Elmcroft for special weekLocal News (47 words)
Elmcroft Resident Dorothy Smith and her daughter Diana Bowers are serenaded by Elvis impersonator Bob Lovelace during the “Lost in the 50’s Family Night,” held Continue » Clarkson, Big Green linksters stay alive in tourneySports (721 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DEFIANCE — Tournament golf is a waiting game. Waiting to figure out what teams and individuals will move on to the district level. On a windless and Continue » Jennifer and Travis VerhoffFor the Record (15 words)
Jennifer and Travis Verhoff of Cloverdale had a baby girl on Thursday at St. Rita's. Dorothy (Nomina) FinnFor the Record (188 words)
July 10, 1935 - Oct. 1, 2009 Dorothy (Nomina) Finn, 74, of Lebanon and formerly of Cincinnati and Delphos, died Thursday at Hospice of Cincinnati in Continue » Lady ’Cats pummel Mustangs nettersSports (734 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com LAFAYETTE — Jefferson’s volleyball varsity team could be forgiven for looking past Allen East Thursday night at “The Corral” of Allen East High School. After all, Continue » Library holds after-school programLocal News (47 words)
Children participated in Pretend and Play with puppets at the library after-school on Thursday. During a participation story, (left to right) Ashlyn Foxbog, Hudson Place, Continue » October 5th, 2009 T-Birds wallop Lady Bearcats in NWCLocal News (298 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com SPENCERVILLE — Lima Central Catholic traveled to Spencerville to take on the Lady Bearcats in Northwest Conference volleyball action Thursday night. The Continue » Blue Jays punish Bulldogs in soccerSports (366 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald benny_babcock11@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos St. John’s Lady Blue Jays soccer team has had an at-times frustrating, at other times encouraging season Continue » Just a thoughtLocal News (558 words)
by Sara Berelsman I don’t believe in “soul mates.” I roll my eyes involuntarily when I hear the term. One who honestly buys into the facade Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (186 words)
The Delphos Herald Ottawa-Glandorf 35, Elida 10 Score by Quarter: Ottawa Glan.    14    7    0      14 - 35 Elida    7    3    0    0 - 10 Scoring summary    Qtr    Time    Continue » On the Other HandLocal News (616 words)
My sister has been home again for a few days to give our family tree a shake and see what she could get to fall Continue » From the Mayor’s DeskLocal News (177 words)
By Mike Gallemeier Fall  has arrived and with the change in weather, the leaves will be turning and falling. I would ask everyone not to rake their Continue » Ohio Has Talent seeks contestantsLocal News (99 words)
Contestants are being sought for the third annual Ohio has Talent! on Feb. 6, 2010 at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio. Auditions will Continue » Putnam libraries to host eventsLocal News (343 words)
The Putnam County District Library in Ottawa has announced the following upcoming events at various library locations: Family Fun Night The Putnam County District Library in Ottawa Continue » Jays overcome Flyers in physical contestSports (807 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com MARIA STEIN — The scoreboard read 35-14 in favor of St. John’s Friday night. Blue Jay head coach Todd Schulte knew his Continue » Jefferson rolls over Knights in HomecomingSports (505 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Jefferson Football team took on Northwest Conference foe, the Crestview Knights, Friday night at Stadium Park. The Jeffcats Continue » Casino war may end up in courtLocal News (499 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com Many of the ballot initiatives proposed to Ohio voters resolve to amend the state constitution in one way or another. Often, Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (726 words)
by Gary Levitt The time has come to reveal the correct answers to the quiz I gave you folks back in August. Some answers were just Continue » Jennifer and Grant BrownFor the Record (43 words)
Jennifer and Grant Brown of Fairborn had a baby girl on Wednesday; the mother is a Delphos native. The grandparents are Gary and JoAn Smith Continue » Delphos library announces new hoursLocal News (1630 words)
Please remember to save your Chief’s receipts for the library if you don’t already have a church or school program that collects them. The money Continue » Jefferson High School Homecoming 2009Local News (49 words)
Jefferson High School celebrated its homecoming prior to the Wildcats win 21-0 over Crestview Friday night at Stadium Park. The court members pictured left to Continue » Food donations to be doubledLocal News (328 words)
By STACY TAFFThe Delphos Heraldstaff@delphosherald.comDELPHOS — In order to address these tough economic times, communities throughout the country have been finding various ways to get Continue » October 6th, 2009 For the Record (62 words)
A boy, Graham Martin, was born Sept. 26 to Mike and Sarah Kill of Venedocia. Big brother Bennett welcomed him home. Grandparents are Dave and Margie Shindollar Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (19 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kylie Fritz. Congratulations Kylie! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Hannah Kleman. Congratulations Hannah! Ronald R. BlymyerFor the Record (76 words)
Sept. 18, 1938 Oct. 3, 2009 Ronald R. Blymyer, 71, of Delphos, died at 1:05 a.m. Saturday at his residence. He was born Sept. 18, 1938, in Lima, Continue » Robert B. EmerickFor the Record (285 words)
Oct. 2, 1936 Oct. 3, 2009 Robert B. Emerick, 73, of Van Wert, died at 3:38 p.m. Sunday at the CHP In-Patient Hospice Care Center in Van Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth StocklinLifestyles (99 words)
Kenneth and Dorothy (Jares) Stocklin of Delphos will observe 65 years of marriage on Tuesday. They were married Oct. 6, 1944 in Cleveland. They are the parents Continue » ChampionsSports (1 words)
Utrup/CrossLifestyles (73 words)
Kenneth and Elizabeth Utrup of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Kendra, to Matthew J. Cross, son of Ronald and Debra Cross of Ottoville. The Continue » Trempert newest Delphos auxiliary patrolmanLocal News (109 words)
For the Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Chad Trempert, 32, of Lima was recently sworn in as an auxiliary patrolman with the Delphos Police Department. He also is Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Joseph SchaferLifestyles (53 words)
Joseph and Michelle (Osting) Schafer of Delphos celebrated 10 years of marriage Friday. The couple were married on Oct. 2, 1999, at St. John the Evangelist Continue » Jays fight back to defeat Big GreenSports (323 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos St. John’s girls volleyball team took on the Ottoville Big Green Saturday morning in Robert A. Arnzen Continue » First half propels Rockets past Lady ’CatsSports (579 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com DELPHOS — Delphos Jefferson hosted Anna in girls varsity soccer non-conference action Saturday morning at the St. John’s Annex. The aggressive Anna Continue » Ottoville hosts ‘Battle of the Youth’Local News (142 words)
October 7th, 2009 Lady Green shoots down Pilots in 3 setsSports (633 words)
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville’s volleyball team had its moments of solid play versus Ayersville Monday night at L.W. Heckman Gymnasium. Those were good enough to give the Continue » John W. EvansLocal News (331 words)
Feb. 2, 1927 Oct. 4, 2009 John W. Evans, 82, of rural Spencerville, died 11:13 a.m. Sunday at Auglaize Acres. He was born Feb. 2, 1927, in Spencerville, Continue » LadyCats derail Big Green 3-1Sports (848 words)
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville’s girls soccer team drew first blood Monday night versus Putnam County League rival Kalida at Ottoville Soccer Complex. The visiting LadyCats had the Continue » Mohawks cheerleadersSports (98 words)
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German visitors arrive on Oct. 17Local News (218 words)
DELPHOS — Delphos residents will play host to more than 30 German visitors later this month. The Friendship Tour will arrive in Delphos the evening of Continue » Gale BrownFor the Record (298 words, 1 response)
May 9, 1932 Oct. 5, 2009 Gale  Brown, 77, of Delphos, died at 5:15 p.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born May 9, 1932, in Continue » For the Record (27 words)
ST. RITA’S A girl was born Oct. 5 to Alicia Bible and Nathan Kern of Elida. A girl was born Oct. 5 to Michael and Nicole Freewalt Continue » Miss Ohio to help with soccer fundraiserLocal News (82 words)
Miss Ohio Erica Gelhaus is coming to Delphos on Oct. 25. She will sign autographs, pose for pictures and help with the Glamour & Goblins 5K Continue » Pirates goose-egg Lady Jays 3-0Sports (639 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com DELPHOS — The Bluffton Pirates traveled to St. John’s Annex to take on the Delphos St. John’s Blue Jays in varsity Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kyle Klausing. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Jenna Gilden. Residents display fall decorLocal News (62 words)
October 8th, 2009 Mammograms help detect breast cancer earlyLocal News (965 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — The American Cancer Society estimated that there were 8,118 cases of breast cancer in Ohio in 2008 with around Continue » Lady Jays falter at district golfSports (873 words)
RURAL ARLINGTON — Getting off to a quick start in a district golf event is vital to advancing on to the state tournament next weekend Continue » Jefferson netters stay on trackSports (388 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald benny_babcock11@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Jefferson volleyball team continued its winning ways and their dominance Tuesday night at Jefferson Senior High School Continue » LCC battles past Lady ’Cats for 2-0 winSports (348 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com LIMA — The Delphos Jefferson girls soccer team traveled to Lima Stadium to take on the Lima Central Catholic Thunderbirds Tuesday Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Samantha Wehri. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Nicholas Gallmeier. For the Record (29 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born Oct. 6 to David and Beth Nienberg of Fort Jennings. A boy was born Oct. 7 to Douglas and Continue » City workers repair streetLocal News (84 words)
October 9th, 2009 RedsSports (138 words)
The 2009 Delphos Reds has, front row, left to right, waterboy Griffin Hamilton, Matthew Miller, Brenen Auer, Davion Tyson, Colin White, Joey Schier and Tony Continue » Jennings seniors to present ‘Paint the Town Pink’Local News (201 words)
The Fort Jennings High School “Senior Class of 2010” will present “Paint The Town Pink” Friday and Saturday. Both performances will begin at 8 p.m. Continue » H1N1 case confirmed at city schoolsLocal News (687 words)
Staff reports DELPHOS — The H1N1 virus has been confirmed in Delphos. The Delphos City School District Superintendent Jeff Price was informed late Wednesday afternoon by the Continue » Lady Jays salvage tieSports (658 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com BATH TOWNSHIP — St. John’s was fighting to rally from a 1-goal deficit in the second half in a girls soccer matchup at Bath High Continue » St. John’s wary of winless ParkwaySports (533 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com Just because Parkway hasn’t won a varsity football game yet this season, don’t expect St. John’s to take the Panthers lightly in their Midwest Athletic Continue » Mary Ann SchnipkeFor the Record (233 words)
Aug. 17, 1940 - Oct. 7, 2009 Mary Ann Schnipke, 69, of Kalida, died Wednesday after an auto accident on US 224 near Glandorf. She was born Continue » Hirns give back to the land they loveLocal News (762 words)
As a traveling family we sure have taken advantage of the land set aside for public use. Nearly every day, we visit a city, county, Continue » Mulholland sworn in as new postmasterLocal News (371 words)
mford@delphosherald.com DELPHOS  — Through rain, sleet, snow and more, local residents have been served faithfully with mail delivery day after day for generations. That service is Continue » ‘Cats, ’Dogs battle for NWC, playoff livesSports (817 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com Jefferson and Columbus Grove have a lot to play for in their Northwest Conference gridiron encounter Friday night at Clymer Stadium (7:30 p.m. kickoff). The league Continue » Craig and Traci (Illyes) SchwinnenFor the Record (38 words)
A boy, Dominic Michael, was born Oct. 5 to Craig and Traci (Illyes) Schwinnen of Columbus. He was welcomed home by a sister, Victoria Geneva. Grandparents are Continue » Reds cheerleadersSports (56 words)
The Delphos Reds cheerleaders for 2009 include, front row, left to right, Paige Talboom, Jenna Rode, Michaela Shawhan and Lindsey Jettinghoff’ middle, Hannah Elwer, Braxton Continue » St. John’s students celebrate feast, anniversaryLocal News (119 words)
St. John’s Elementary students celebrated the Feast of the Holy Rosary Wednesday by gathering at church to recite the prayer to Mary, the Holy Mother. Continue » Lucille J. SeibertFor the Record (195 words, 1 response)
Nov. 15, 1911 - Oct. 7, 2009 Lucille J. Seibert, 97, of Spencerville, died 10:15 a.m., Wednesday at Roselawn Manor, Spencerville.  S he was born Nov. 15, Continue » October 10th, 2009 DIVISION III DISTRICT GOLFSports (480 words)
Division III District golf At Stone Ridge Golf Club Bowling Green Thursday Top 4 teams and top four individuals advance to 2-day state tournament next Friday and Saturday at Continue » Tigers claw Jays in MAC volleyballSports (639 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net DELPHOS — The St. John’s Lady Blue Jays hosted the Versailles Lady Tigers in Midwest Athletic Conference volleyball Thursday night and Continue » ‘Swine Flu:’ Now what?Local News (480 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com Now that the H1N1 virus is present in Delphos, Allen County health officials want residents to know how to respond and Continue » BBB: lottery scams on the riseLocal News (151 words)
There has been a return of the bogus sweepstakes and lottery scam in the past two weeks. Inquiries to the Better Business Bureau shows the region Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (297 words)
DEAR EDITOR: On behalf of the Optimist Club of Delphos, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who attended our pancake and sausage Continue » Mary Ann SchnipkeFor the Record (233 words)
Aug. 17, 1940 - Oct. 7, 2009 Mary Ann Schnipke, 69, of Kalida, died Wednesday after an auto accident on US 224 near Glandorf. She was born Continue » Local campaign goal $25,000Local News (178 words)
DELPHOS — Local United Way campaign officials were informed Wednesday the city’s goal of $25,000 was nearly met with the contribution from one Delphos company, Continue » COLDWATER CROSS COUNTRY INVITATIONALSports (665 words)
Cavalier Stadium Thursday’s Results HIGH SCHOOL Boys Team Scores: Minster 74, St. Henry 84, Coldwater 149, New Bremen 171, Fort Loramie 175, Shawnee 177, New Knoxville 177, Versailles Continue » Letter to EditorFor the Record (95 words)
DEAR EDITOR: On Sept. 30, seniors from Delphos Jefferson and St. John’s high schools toured our home at 228 N. Franklin St. in conjunction with the Continue » Bulldogs edge by Lady WildcatsSports (1047 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com COLUMBUS GROVE — Jefferson was looking to stay in the ranks of the unbeatens and atop the Northwest Conference volleyball standings. Once-beaten Continue » Pirates speed by stingy JeffcatsSports (585 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Jefferson Wildcats hosted the Bluffton Pirates in varsity girls soccer at the St. John’s Annex Thursday night. The Continue » Elida FFA cooks up apple butter, moreLocal News (878 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com ELIDA —Since medieval times, people have made apple butter as both a seasonal treat and a way to ensure that nothing Continue » Schimmoeller garners state golf berthSports (812 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com BOWLING GREEN — As one goes farther along in a tournament, the more one has invested. That is why the disappointment goes Continue » October 12th, 2009 Jays take care of businessSports (851 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com ROCKFORD — If St. John’s football head coach Todd Schulte was at all concerned about Friday night’s “sandwich” game versus Parkway Continue » Grove battles past JeffcatsSports (698 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@Hotmail.com COLUMBUS GROVE — It was raining cats and dogs Friday night at Columbus Grove’s Clymer Stadium in a Northwest Conference football Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (849 words)
I hope everyone reads the Susan Pohlman story on page 1 today. It’s what I’ve been saying all along, I just don’t have the skills Continue » This and ThatLocal News (972 words)
I love autumn – it’s my favorite time of the year. I even like what follows autumn. You’ll notice I said like, not love. I Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (376 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 » Letter to the EditorFor the Record (437 words)
DEAR EDITOR: In the Sept. 30 issue of the Delphos Herald, Mike Ford wrote a story titled “Ohio Farmers want control of animal care.” Why wouldn’t Continue » Health department confirms second Delphos H1N1 caseLocal News (486 words, 1 response)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com The Allen County Health Department has received a report of another confirmed case of H1N1 flu in a school-aged child in Continue » Pohlman slowed down to rev up relationshipsLocal News (807 words, 2 responses)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com Following a business to Italy, Susan Pohlman planned to tell her husband of 18 years she wanted a divorce. She and Tim Continue » Kalida blanks Ottoville in pivotal PCL boys soccer matchSports (651 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com OTTOVILLE — The Kalida Wildcats traveled to the Ottoville Soccer Complex to take on the Big Green in a big Putnam Continue » Stemen 2009 Delphos Herald ‘News Carrier Of The Year’Local News (317 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com DELPHOS —The Delphos Herald selects an annual “News Carrier of the Year” in conjunction with International Newspaper Carrier Day observed today. This Continue » October 13th, 2009 Good Times needs contributionsLocal News (51 words)
The November issue of Good Times will feature articles submitted by readers. The November Good Times will revisit Thanksgivings past and explore how things have changed Continue » St. John’s gets upset win over CrestviewSports (520 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com CONVOY — The St. John’s volleyball team needed a signature win this season and was looking for it as they took Continue » Delphos family wins statewide ‘Family Of The Year Award’Local News (441 words)
COLUMBUS — SAFY foster parents Bob and Carolyn Ladd of Delphos are getting some well-earned attention. The couple is one of six statewide winners of Continue » Mr. and Mrs. David HanfLifestyles (212 words)
Jodie Marie Taylor and David William Hanf were united in marriage on July 11 in the Great Gallery of the Toledo Museum of Art, the Continue » Lady ’Cats grab win; Jays falter in soccerSports (1459 words)
LIMA — Both Delphos high school girls soccer teams played matches on the turf of Lima Stadium on a brilliant and cool fall Saturday afternoon. First Continue » LOCAL TOURNAMENT DRAWSports (496 words)
VOLLEYBALL DIVISION IV At New Bremen Oct. 20 New Knoxville vs. Spencerville, 6:15 p.m. (winner to face No. 1 Marion Local 3 p.m. Oct. 24; winner to Coldwater District Continue » Jefferson volleyballers rebound from lossSports (720 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com LEIPSIC — The Delphos Jefferson Wildcats traveled to Leipsic Saturday in their first volleyball match since dropping a Thursday heart-breaker against Continue » Mr. and Mrs. Robert McNameeLifestyles (94 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Robert McNamee of Delphos will celebrate 50 years of marriage on Saturday. Bob and the former Janet Bird were married on Oct. 17, Continue » VFW plans turkey supperLocal News (164 words)
Ladies Auxiliary to Delphos VFW Post 3035 finalized plans at their September meeting to hold their annual Turkey Supper at 4 p.m. Nov. 14 at Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is James Buettner. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Brittany Kemper. Osting heads to IraqLocal News (238 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — On Sunday, Joshua Osting and his family were escorted by the Delphos Police and Fire Departments and by Ohio Continue » October 14th, 2009 Elizabeth L. CalvelageFor the Record (220 words, 1 response)
June 16, 1946 - Oct. 11, 2009 Elizabeth L. “Betty” Calvelage, 63, of Fort Jennings, died at 12:15 a.m. Sunday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was Continue » Jeffcats sweep Raiders in volleyballSports (479 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald benny_babcock11@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Jefferson Lady Wildcats needed just three sets in their non-conference volleyball match Monday night at Jefferson Senior Continue » St. Rita’s MC restricts visitorsLocal News (67 words)
In the interest of community safety, St. Rita’s is restricting patient visits until further notice. Anyone under 14 years old should not visit. Anyone, regardless of Continue » Grove seizes PCL volleyball titleSports (885 words)
KALIDA — The Putnam County League volleyball title was up for grabs between Columbus Grove and Kalida Monday night at the Wildcat Den in Kalida. Expectations Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is David Leathers. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Johnathon Lambert. Minster overcomes battling Bearcats in net actionSports (538 words)
Trenton Gause The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com SPENCERVILLE — The Spencerville Bearcats volleyball team played hard in their non-league volleyball matchup versus invading Minster Monday night at the new Continue » Thelma C. BeerFor the Record (248 words)
June 21, 1925 - Oct. 11, 2009 Thelma C. Beer, 84, of Angola and formerly of Delphos, died Sunday at her home. She was born on June Continue » Lady ’Cats get big win heading into tourney playSports (448 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — With the post-season tournament right around the corner, the Delphos Jefferson girls soccer team is anxious to show everyone Continue » District sets community levy meetingLocal News (853 words)
DELPHOS —  District voters will have a chance to ask questions and gather more information on the Delphos City Schools 1.46-mill Operating Levy on the Continue » October 15th, 2009 Van Wert County ready for H1N1 flu outbreakLocal News (715 words)
VAN WERT — Despite no confirmed cases of the H1N1 flu virus in Van Wert County, officials want the public to know they are ready Continue » Elida girls blow by Redskins in WBL soccerSports (365 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com ELIDA — The Elida girls soccer team took on the Wapakoneta Redskins Tuesday night at the Elida Middle School Athletic Complex Continue » Lady ’Cats seize share of NWC titleSports (720 words)
DELPHOS — The last time the Jefferson volleyball team either grabbed or shared the Northwest Conference title was a long time ago — 1977 to Continue » Putnam County holding coat driveLocal News (129 words)
Children’s clean, gently used or new winter coats and snowsuits size newborn to youth size 12 are being collected for Putnam County families in need. Collection Continue » Musketeer boys upset Big GreenSports (668 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com OTTOVILLE — The Fort Jennings Musketeers traveled to Ottoville Soccer Complex to face the Big Green in boys varsity Putnam County Continue » Discount Drugs breaks ground for drive-throughLocal News (136 words)
DELPHOS — Sherry and Pat Patton, owners of Delphos Discount Drugs, have announced work has begun on the installation of a drive-through window at their Continue » Good Times needs contributionsLocal News (53 words)
The November issue of Good Times will feature articles submitted by readers. The November Good Times will revisit Thanksgivings past and explore how things have changed Continue » For the Record (38 words)
A girl, Alecta Lynn, was born Oct. 5 at Van Wert County Hospital to B.J. and Ashley Baxter. A brother, Boone Joseph, welcomed her home. Grandparents are Continue » Pirates strong-arm Lady Lancers in net playSports (654 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The Lincolnview Lady Lancers hosted the Bluffton Lady Pirates in Northwest Conference volleyball action Tuesday night. The Pirates Continue » Douglas W. MoellerFor the Record (120 words)
Nov. 30, 1951 - Oct. 12, 2009 Douglas W. Moeller, 57, of Spencerville, died at 4:48 p.m. Monday at St. Rita’s Medical Center, following a short Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Devin Fisher. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Shyanne Caudill. Volunteers prepare gymnasium for Children’s FestivalLocal News (110 words)
October 16th, 2009 Eat, Pray, LoveLocal News (464 words)
I found Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman’s Search for Everything Across Italy, India, and Indonesia by Elizabeth Gilbert to be a delightful and inspiring memoir. Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kristie Grothouse. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Adam Bastian. Raider cheerleadersSports (112 words)
Everyone has places that draw them backLocal News (607 words)
BY BECKY HIRN My sister-in-law called while we were in Columbus for the Ohio State-Wisconsin game. She wanted to know how it felt to be back Continue » Area Mothers of Multiples club attends Fall Family Fun DayLocal News (214 words)
Council OKs treatment plant up-gradesLocal News (628 words)
BY GREG SCHERGER The Delphos Herald gscherger@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Delphos City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening; two council members, Joseph Martz and James Hanser were absent. Council Continue » RaidersSports (308 words)
St. John’s Fall Festival fun for allLocal News (122 words)
October 17th, 2009 First FamiliesLocal News (270 words, 1 response)
by Scott Clarkson Here are some interesting and often amazing facts about our First Families: • William McKinley had a startling happening walking into his inaugural ball Continue » Cletus B. WehriFor the Record (290 words)
July 25, 1934 - Oct. 14, 2009 Cletus B. Wehri, 75, of Kalida, died at 7:35 p.m. Wednesday at his residence. He was born July 25, 1934, Continue » VW Hospital restricting visitorsLocal News (134 words)
Van Wert County Hospital will now prohibit visitors age 14 and younger until further notified. The hospital has implemented this measure to protect our patients from Continue » Rangers outlast Lady Blue JaysSports (563 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald benny_babcock11@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The St. John’s Lady Blue Jays came into their Midwest Athletic Conference volleyball contest Thursday night at the All-Saints Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (435 words)
The Delphos Herald ---- Midwest Athletic Conference Cross Country Meet Thursday’s Results At Coldwater Boys Team Scores: Minster 61, St. Henry 62, Coldwater 85, New Knoxville 88, New Bremen 101, Continue » Lady Musketeers dominate Big GreenSports (768 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — The girls soccer tournament is just around the corner, so Ottoville and Fort Jennings were looking to get in Continue » Jefferson forges tie with BotkinsSports (475 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Delphos Jefferson girls soccer team took on Botkins Thursday night at the St. John’s Annex soccer complex on Continue » Chet and Brandi Richardson of Spencerville.For the Record (64 words)
A girl, Zoey Isabella, was born Oct. 5 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital to Chet and Brandi Richardson of Spencerville. Older brothers Jaden and Brady Continue » Lady ‘Cats finish on impressive noteSports (786 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com DELPHOS — The Jefferson volleyball team has made history during the 2009 season. Not only have the Lady Wildcats had their best Continue » Joseph ‘Dick’ R. NiemeyerFor the Record (292 words, 2 responses)
Aug. 27, 1929 Oct. 15, 2009 Joseph “Dick” R. Niemeyer, 80, of Delphos, died at 1:40 a.m. Thursday at Vancrest Health Care Center. He was born Aug. 27, Continue » Clarence W. PohlFor the Record (236 words)
Aug. 17, 1934 - Oct. 14, 2009 Clarence W. Pohl, 75, of Glandorf, died Wednesday in Michigan. He was born Aug. 17, 1934, in Fort Jennings, to Continue » Trentman enjoys volunteeringLocal News (545 words, 1 response)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — People sacrifice their time to volunteer causes for many reasons, ranging from repentance and compassion to something as simple Continue » Veda M. BaldwinFor the Record (31 words)
Veda M. Baldwin, 89, of Haines City, Fla., and formerly of Spencerville, died at 3:32 a.m. today at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Continue » October 19th, 2009 Late score lifts Jays in MAC showdownSports (969 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com DELPHOS — A score with just 10 seconds remaining gave St. John’s a hard-fought 27-20 victory over Coldwater in a clash Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (789 words)
By Gary Levitt It was brisk Wednesday evening when 54 brave souls boarded a bus bound for the Big Apple. Some were old friends while others Continue » Window to the PastLocal News (2051 words)
Eagles Agency Finds Work for 15 Men Already The employment agency which the local Aerie of Eagles are conducting is getting good results. This was started a week Continue » More H1N1 in DelphosLocal News (137 words)
The Van Wert County Health Department has received a report of a lab-confirmed case of H1N1 flu in a school-aged child. The child lives in the Continue » A Salute to our VeteransLocal News (559 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — When “Bud” Miller came of age shortly after World War II, he expected to be drafted. He said he Continue » Jabczenski wins titleLocal News (167 words)
Mitchell Jabczenski of Novi, Michigan, won his second title at the Delphos Recreation Center Sept. 26, claiming the Professional Bowling Association’s third annual Mel Westrich Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (316 words, 1 response)
By Nancy Spencer I don't know where you guys were but around 3 p.m. on Thursday, but I was riveted to the TV to find out Continue » Walking the WalkLocal News (354 words)
When someone asks me “Why Do I Relay?” the answer is so simple. Anyone who has ever attended this awesome event does not have to Continue » Students learn during Fire Prevention WeekLocal News (152 words)
St. John’s Preschooler Ashton Milligan finishes his crawl through a tunnel Thursday as Delphos Firefighter and Platoon Chief Kevin Streets helps him. Students were learning Continue » Grove keeps playoff hopes alive by beating PanthersSports (485 words)
By DAVE BONINSEGNA The Delphos Herald zsportslive@yahoo.com COLUMBUS GROVE —  The Columbus Grove football team was sitting just inside the top eight in their regional computer rankings on Continue » Pet CornerLocal News (242 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 » Goins goes somewhere vs. Jefferson WildcatsSports (922 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com SIDNEY — Jefferson football coach Bub Lindeman and his crew will be seeing Sidney Lehman running back Kaleb Goins in their Continue » Klir offers open house at old train depotLocal News (912 words, 3 responses)
By NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com FORT JENNINGS — When Dr. Wesley Klir first saw the old Fort Jennings Train Depot in 2005, it was sad and Continue » October 20th, 2009 Relay for Life 2010 FundraiserLocal News (96 words)
The Relay for Life of Delphos has announced the return of  “Flowers for a Year” cards for $30 from now through Dec. 28. These cards will Continue » LEAGUE CROSS COUNTRY MEETSSports (885 words)
Saturday’s Results at Faurot Park Hosted by Lima Central Catholic NWC Athlete of the Year (Girls): Lyndie Brown; Spencerville NWC Coach of the Year (Girls): Bryan McMichael; Spencerville NWC Athlete Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (18 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Megan Martin. Congratulations Megan! Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Jordan Barclay. Congratulations Jordan! For the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Oct. 15 to Anthony and Michelle Dell of Spencerville. Mr. and Mrs. Omer RickerLifestyles (99 words)
Omer and Alice Ricker will observe 50 years of marriage on Oct. 24. To celebrate, a Mass of Thanksgiving will be held on Oct. 24 at Continue » STATE GOLF ROUNDUPSports (791 words)
2009 OHSAA Girls Division II State Golf Recap Ohio State University Gray Course, Columbus Par 70 – 5,560 yards Chardon Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin won its first state championship Continue » Veda M. BaldwinFor the Record (106 words)
June 19, 1920 - Oct. 16, 2009 Veda M. Baldwin, 89, of Haines City, FL and formerly of Spencerville died at 3:32 a.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (204 words)
The Delphos Herald ---- Titans down Grove in volleyball marathon OTTAWA — If either Ottawa-Glandorf or Columbus Grove was looking for a great match to get ready for the Continue » Schimmoeller ends senior season wellSports (457 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com COLUMBUS — Ottoville senior Jordan Schimmoeller played his last 18 holes off golf on Saturday morning during the 2009 Division III Continue » Lady ’Dawgs down Musketeers in regular-season finaleSports (860 words)
ELIDA — Tournament soccer for both boys and girls starts today. The Fort Jennings and Elida girls team had their final tune-ups Saturday afternoon at Elida Continue » Van Wert hosts annual Apple FestivalLocal News (108 words)
Brookhart to present B&O DoodlebugsLocal News (212 words)
The Allen County Historical Society is pleased to present J. Douglas Brookhart of St. Marys, who will present the story of the B&O Doodlebugs at Continue » St. John’s Parish Festival draws big crowdLocal News (188 words)
October 21st, 2009 Wilsons tabbed for NWC honorsSports (219 words)
The Delphos Herald Jefferson senior middle hitter Mallorie Wilson was voted the 2009 Northwest Conference “Player of The Year” Monday night at a meeting of conference Continue » Jays avenge regular season loss to OttovilleSports (876 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville Division II girls soccer sectional opened Monday night with St. John’s swooping in on the wind against Continue » LadyCats pierce Black KnightsSports (340 words)
By DAVE BONINSEGNA The Delphos Herald zsportslive@yahoo.com GLANDORF — The Kalida Lady Wildcats sat in wait during the opening Division II sectional soccer contest at Titan Field in Continue » Ottoville Big Green survive, Musketeers eliminated at KalidaSports (1504 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com KALIDA — The second season is all about surviving and moving on, whatever sport one might be pondering. The Ottoville boys soccer Continue » Churches hope to pass peace, not germsLocal News (549 words)
DELPHOS — As hand sanitizer containers pop up everywhere — from the library’s front counter where patrons check out items to the wall by the Continue » Landeck men preparing sauerkraut for dinnerLocal News (108 words)
A group of men from the Landeck St. John the Baptist Catholic Church parish recently gathered for their annual kraut cutting. Each year in October, Continue » St. John’s Hall of Fame brunch set Nov. 29Local News (127 words)
The sixth annual Delphos St. John’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held Nov. 29 in the All Saints Building at St. John’s. The 2009 Continue » Paws to ConsiderLocal News (717 words)
By Dr. Bonnie Jones Everyone loves puppies and kittens. They are too cute for words, easy to cuddle, and always make me smile. But, there is Continue » LETTER TO THE EDITORFor the Record (174 words)
DEAR EDITOR: On the Nov. 3 ballot for Allen County residents is a “Referendum on Resolution.”  A “yes” vote will cause the Commissioners’ recent resolution to Continue » Van Wert Women’s Club names Star Award winnersLocal News (184 words)
The Van Wert Woman’s Club presented the winners for the annual STAR Award during Tuesday’s meeting. STAR stands for Self-starter, Trustworthy, Attitude and Responsible. This year’s Continue » Few attend city school’s levy meetingLocal News (549 words)
DELPHOS — A handful of Delphos City School District residents attended the Community Levy Meeting Monday evening at Jefferson Middle School. Superintendent Jeff Price and Treasurer Continue » October 22nd, 2009 Jennings ordinances codifiedLocal News (576 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Kelly Ward of the Putnam County District Library told Fort Jennings Village Council Tuesday she hopes the district’s new main location in Continue » Pirates, Musketeers move on in sectionalsSports (1251 words)
OTTOVILLE — A 1-minute span early in the second half gave Bluffton the momentum in its Division II sectional girls soccer opener versus Jefferson Tuesday Continue » Scholars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Andrew Metzger. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Dalton Durbin. For the Record (105 words)
A girl, Addison Kristine, was born Oct. 2 at St. Rita’s Medical Center to Tom and Kristy Elkins of Continental. Older brother, Blake, and older sister, Continue » Library to show ‘The Witches’Local News (115 words)
In the spirit of Halloween, the Delphos Public Library will show the movie “The Witches” from 4-5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. “The Witches” is the story of Continue » Local roundupSports (698 words)
The Delphos Herald ----- Rangers oust Lady Bearcats NEW BREMEN — Spencerville lost to New Knoxville 25-13, 26-24, 25-12 in the opening Division IV sectional volleyball match Tuesday Continue » Petty, the Intimidator get their dueSports (675 words)
It is nice that NASCAR has a Hall of Fame. It’s always special to immortalize those that have made any sport what it is today. What would Continue » Jays, Lady Green seize sectional volleyball winsSports (1078 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The St. John’s Blue Jays traveled to Lincolnview High School to battle the Lancers in the first Continue » Delphos renews friendship with VerlLocal News (493 words)
DELPHOS — After 10 years of friendship and rounds of visits, the city caps another stay today by 34 Germans. The group flew out of Continue » October 23rd, 2009 Christine and Michael AdamsFor the Record (17 words)
Christine and Michael Adams of Delphos had a baby boy on Thursday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Kent and Mandy WrassmanFor the Record (60 words)
Kent and Mandy Wrassman of Landeck had a baby girl, Rubi Lynn, on Monday at OSU Medical Center. Her brother is Tyler; her grandparents are Continue » Ottoville ranked 2nd on School DiggerLocal News (760 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — Parents checking out school districts on schooldigger.com will find Ottoville High School and elementary in the top 10 and Continue » Arnold A. PetersFor the Record (204 words)
Aug. 19, 1926 - Oct. 21, 2009 Arnold A. Peters, 83, of Ottoville, died at 9:25 a.m. Wednesday at his residence. He was born Aug. 27, 1926, in Continue » Lucille K. PohlmanFor the Record (26 words, 1 response)
Lucille K. Pohlman, 91, of Fort Jennings, died at 7:05 p.m. Wednesday at the Meadows of Kalida. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Continue » Canal Days Festival nets $25,000Local News (188 words)
For the Delphos Herald The Canal Days Festival wrapped up its festivities and came out ahead making over $25,000 for the community. “The numbers were lower than Continue » Goldie Lucile DuncanFor the Record (71 words)
July 9, 1924 - Oct. 21, 2009 Goldie Lucile Duncan, 85, of Elida and formerly of Homestead Village, Van Wert, died Wednesday at Vancrest Health Care Continue » Our Trip Takes UsLocal News (537 words)
By Becky Hirn BY BECKY HIRN The longer we’re on the road, the more I am convinced that time moves faster while traveling. I always felt that Continue » Lucille D. GasserFor the Record (217 words)
Aug. 12, 1923 - Oct. 21, 2009 Lucille D. Gasser, 86, of Fort Jennings, died at 7:35 a.m. Wednesday at the Meadows of Kalida. She was born Continue » St. John’s Festival prize winnersLocal News (526 words)
$1,009, James Langhals; $300, Carla Miller; $250, Joyce Brinkman; $200, Veronica Luersman; $100, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Renner; $50, Irma Schwinnen, Barbara Wrasman, J & Continue » Haunted woods, cornfield only for the most ‘daring’Local News (470 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com VAN WERT — ’Tis the season for vampires to lurk while witches take flight on brooms and little goblins seek treats Continue » October 24th, 2009 Christina and Rick BunchFor the Record (68 words)
A girl, Zeila Lorraine, was born Oct. 18 to Christina and Rick Bunch of Summerfield, N.C. She weighed 7 pounds and was 20 inches long. She is Continue » Lady Jays, Musketeers set up district girls soccer showdownSports (1441 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — The second season always brings with it increased intensity and urgency: win and you move on; lose and you Continue » Putnam County confirms first case of swine fluLocal News (59 words)
The Putnam County Health Department has received confirmation from the Ohio Department of Health laboratory regarding a positive case of H1N1 in Putnam County. The person Continue » Ottoville holds off Kalida in soccer duelSports (551 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald KALIDA — The Kalida boys soccer team has had its problems over the past six years even getting out of its Continue » Lucille K. (Knippen) PohlmanFor the Record (230 words, 1 response)
Jan. 9, 1918 - Oct. 21, 2009 Lucille K. (Knippen) Pohlman, 91, of Delphos, died Wednesday at the Meadows of Kalida. She was born Jan. 9, 1918, Continue » Mildred DaulbaughFor the Record (22 words, 1 response)
Mildred Daulbaugh, 89, of Delphos, died this morning at Vancrest Health Care Center. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. LOCAL ROUNDUPLocal News (251 words)
The Delphos Herald ----- Eagles, Lady Titans move on GLANDORF — Liberty-Benton and Ottawa-Glandorf moved on in Division II girls soccer tournament action Thursday night with sectional-final wins at Continue » Letter to the EditorFor the Record (627 words)
DEAR EDITOR: No one cares more about animals than the farmer who raises them! Much has been said about Issue 2 that we will see on the Continue » Health Dept. scheduling H1N1 vaccines in schoolsLocal News (166 words)
The Van Wert County Health Department is currently scheduling dates with each local school to vaccinate against H1N1. The Health Department is receiving limited H1N1 Continue » Harvest as ‘spotty’ as summer rainLocal News (444 words)
After a dry summer, area soybean yields depend on where a given field is in its respective county. Rainfall was “spotty,” yielding a better harvest Continue » Wife: doctors save husband’s life twiceLocal News (698 words)
DELPHOS —  When Jeremy Britton of Delphos had a severe stomach ache one day in late August, he thought he had a touch of the Continue » October 26th, 2009 Memorial ping pong tourney setLocal News (67 words)
The second annual Dave Kemper Memorial Ping Pong Tournamant will begin at 1 p.m. Jan. 23 at the Delphos Eagles Lodge. Registration begins at noon. The first Continue » Lucille K. (Knippen) PohlmanFor the Record (233 words)
Jan. 9, 1918 - Oct. 21, 2009 Lucille K. (Knippen) Pohlman, 91, of Delphos, died Wednesday at the Meadows of Kalida. She was born Jan. 9, 1918, Continue » enneth and Annamarie Diltz Jr.For the Record (14 words)
A girl was born Oct. 22 to Kenneth and Annamarie Diltz Jr. of Cloverdale. Elida pins grid loss on DefianceSports (977 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com ELIDA — Defiance traveled to Kraft Memorial Field in Elida to face the Elida Bulldogs in Western Buckeye League football action Continue » Kyle and Jamie CarderFor the Record (57 words)
A girl, Makenna Noelle, was born Oct. 6 at St. Rita’s Medical Center to Kyle and Jamie Carder of Lima. Grandparents are Norm and Kim Carder Continue » Holistic approach vital to victoryLocal News (974 words, 1 response)
By MIKE FORD In general, surgery, radiation and chemotherapy are the unavoidable mainstays of cancer treatment. Often, unless a stage one or two cancer is localized, Continue » Three school-age children in Putnam County have H1N1Local News (69 words)
The Putnam County Health Department has received confirmation from the Ohio Department of Health of three positive H1N1 cases in school-aged children. None of the children Continue » LETTER TO THE EDITORFor the Record (1145 words, 1 response)
DEAR EDITOR: This is in regard to your article “Ohio Farmers Want Control of Animal Care”, published Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009. In this article it seems you Continue » Perfect Ada cruises by JeffersonSports (630 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Jefferson football team took on the unbeaten Ada Bulldogs Friday night at Stadium Park in an effort to Continue » Delphos – Verl Friendship LinkLocal News (1134 words)
The last 10 years have just flown by.  It seems like only yesterday when Mayor John Sheeter and the Verl Burgermeister Josef Lakaemper signed the Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (462 words)
Mom and I had a nice visit with Cameron on Thursday. It’s hard to believe it has been nearly four years. We’ve become so accustomed to Continue » Jays secure at least share of MAC grid titleSports (1002 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com ST. HENRY — Coning off an emotional win over Coldwater last Friday night, St. John’s had to be wary of an Continue » Mildred DaulbaughFor the Record (249 words, 1 response)
Jan. 8, 1925 - Oct. 23, 2009 Mildred Daulbaugh, 84, of Delphos, died at 9:10 a.m. Friday at Vancrest Health Care Center. She was born Jan. 8, Continue » Students learn bus safetyLocal News (56 words)
“Teddy Trooper” gives Franklin Elementary School students high fives after a school bus safety presentation Friday morning. Trooper J.J. McClain and Inspectors Tina Eley and Continue » DeWitt & Youngpeter honored by UDSports (120 words)
Delphos resident Jay Dewitt is part of the celebration as the University of Dayton inducted members of the 1989 National Championship football team into the Continue » October 27th, 2009 Schlolars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Mallory Metcalfe. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Michelle Brotherwood. Voters to see county sales tax referendumLocal News (803 words)
Aside from the hotly-contested mayoral race in Lima, the most controversial Allen County issue on the Nov. 3 ballot may be a sales tax measure. Commissioners Continue » Mildred Lucille MorrisonFor the Record (197 words)
Feb. 1, 1929 - Oct. 24, 2009 Mildred Lucille Morrison, 80, of Van Wert, died at 6:30 a.m. Saturday at the CHP Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Continue » Alberta June PetersFor the Record (84 words)
Jan. 29, 1923-Oct. 23, 2009 Alberta June Peters, 83, of Elida, died at 10:10 p.m. Friday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Jan. 29, 1923, Continue » October 28th, 2009 Jennings Schools ask for levy renewalLocal News (251 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Despite statewide economic woes, the business of education has continued largely unencumbered. The district here has earned very high marks on its Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Nathan Pohlman. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Taylor Branham. Titans wear down Big GreenSports (1008 words)
KALIDA — Missed opportunities. Ottoville’s boys soccer team had chances early on in their district semifinal toss-up with Ottawa-Glandorf under the lights Monday night at Kalida Continue » Results of the Glamour & Goblins 5K RunSports (289 words)
1st —  Ed Ditmyer  16:42 2nd — Tyson Snider 17:43 3rd —  Aaron Geckle 18:26 4th —  Michael Clay 18:59 5th —  Ron Bonifas 19:01 6th —  Colin Byrne 19:23 7th Continue » Saelzler: believing is believingLocal News (774 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — After losing his sight during an unrelated surgery seven years ago, the Rev. Rick Saelzler was forced to learn Continue » ALL-LEAGUE VOLLEYBALL TEAMSSports (391 words)
The Delphos Herald The Midwest Athletic Conference and the Putnam County League released their lists of all-star volleyballers. -------- Campbell earns POY Versailles senior middle blocker Megan Campbell was Continue » For the Record (51 words)
ST. RITA’S A boy, Elon Gideon Lynn Sheeter, was born Oct. 25 to Jasmine Boop and Andrew Sheeter of Delphos. He weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces and Continue » ‘Tis the season for pumpkins, ghosts and goblinsLocal News (118 words, 1 response)
October 29th, 2009 For the Record (56 words)
Kent and Mandy Wrasman of Landeck had a baby girl, Rubi Lynn, on Oct. 19 at OSU Medical Center. She was 13 inches long and weighed Continue » Council backs effort to keep area postal process serviceLocal News (831 words)
BY GREG SCHERGER The Delphos Herald gscherger@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening, all council members and administration staffs were in attendance. Pat Suever addressed Continue » Send up a prayer or 2Sports (580 words)
This is a bit of departure from my normal musings — at least at the beginning. My colleague and friend, Dave Boninsegna, lost his mother Monday Continue » ‘Riders slide by Lady ’DawgsSports (710 words)
By FRANK GERMAN The Delphos Herald fgerman@watchtv.net BATH TOWNSHIP — The St. Marys girls soccer team used stellar defense to shut down Elida’s unit in Division II district Continue » John O. MyersFor the Record (158 words)
Dec. 3, 1933 - Oct. 27, 2009 John O. Myers, 75, of Silver Lake, Ind., and formerly of Van Wert, died at 12:45 p.m. Tuesday at Continue » Lady ’Cats, Big Green run into brick wallsSports (1468 words)
COLDWATER — Too much firepower. That is what both Jefferson and Ottoville’s volleyball teams endured Tuesday night in Division IV district action at Coldwater’s The Palace. The Continue » DAAG honors People’s Choice winnersLocal News (227 words)
The Delphos Area ART Guild (DAAG) met Tuesday evening and awarded ribbons to the two members who tied for the People’s Choice Award during Canal Continue » Tri-County wrestling hosting sign-upSports (41 words)
The Delphos Tri-County Wrestling Club will host an informational meeting and sign-up 6:30 p.m. Nov. 4 at the Delphos Eagles. The club is open to Continue » Scholar of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Ryan Hellman. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Bethany Jettinghoff. Musketeers survive shootout vs. JaysSports (970 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com OTTOVILLE — A penalty kick shootout in soccer is the dreaded part of rthe sport. The pressure is enormous on both the Continue » FCCLA to promote awareness with ‘Pink Day’Local News (259 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS--October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and being aware of one type of cancer tends to bring about awareness for all Continue » William James BestFor the Record (249 words)
Oct. 29, 1932-Oct. 27, 2009 William James Best, 76, of Delphos, died at 1:11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. 29, 1932, Continue » October 30th, 2009 School board to be reshapedLocal News (394 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Significant changes will take place to the school board here after Tuesday. Board members Mike Gerdeman and Dennis Metzger are not seeking Continue » Joseph 3rd in middle school championshipsLocal News (284 words, 1 response)
William James BestFor the Record (250 words)
Oct. 29, 1932-Oct. 27, 2009 William James Best, 76, of Delphos, died at 1:11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Oct. 29, 1932, Continue » 5 vie for Elida council seatsLocal News (677 words)
ELIDA — Two incumbents and three challengers will vie for voter support in Elida on Tuesday. Elida Village Council is in the midst of a water Continue » Tri-County wrestling hosting sign-upSports (40 words)
The Delphos Tri-County Wrestling Club will host an informational meeting and sign-up 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Delphos Eagles. The club is open to kids Continue » Scholars of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Spencer Ginter. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Delannie Hicks. Virgil B. KaufmanFor the Record (249 words)
Dec. 24, 1930 Oct. 28, 2009 Virgil B. Kaufman, 78, of Ottawa, died at 5:43 a.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Dec. 24, 1930, Continue » Tax, council members on Ottoville ballotLocal News (327 words)
OTTOVILLE — As in most municipalities, the community here spends much of its efforts on maintenance projects. Paving streets and installing water and sewer lines Continue » Fall in Putnam CountyLocal News (74 words)
Jays want MAC all by themselvesSports (1062 words)
St. John’s has a lot riding on the line in Friday’s Midwest Athletic Conference tussle with Fort Recovery at Stadium Park. The Blue Jays (top-ranked in Continue » October 31st, 2009 Three to return to Elida School BoardLocal News (585 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com ELIDA ­— With the building of its long-awaited new high school underway, Elida Local School District is going through a thrilling Continue » Jennings mayor, council member unopposedLocal News (425 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com FORT JENNINGS — Mayor Jim Smith will maintain his seat, as will Councilman Randy Wieging here. Smith and Wieging are running Continue » CHP cancels flu shot clinicsLocal News (148 words)
Community Health Professionals of Delphos has cancelled its remaining seasonal flu shot clinics due to a shortage of vaccine. The cancelled clinics include: Saturday at the Continue » Six to vie for two township trustee seatsLocal News (763 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com JENNINGS TOWNSHIP - Six Fort Jennings residents have thrown their hat in the ring for Jennings Township trustee. Incumbent David Wieging is Continue » Letter to the EditorFor the Record (147 words)
Out-of-state activists who are telling Ohioans to vote “no” on Issue 2 want you to believe they know more about the best ways to care Continue » Issue 2: Farmers Union says ‘no’Local News (507 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com OTTAWA — When Ohioans go to the polls Tuesday, they will be asked to approve amending the state constitution for the Continue » 3 on ballot for Amanda Township trusteesLocal News (389 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com On Tuesday, Amanda township voters will choose from among three candidates to fill two trustee positions. Two of the men running Continue » BBB finds new texting scamLocal News (120 words)
It has come to the attention of the Better Business Bureau an identity fraud scam is being perpetrated in our region using the names of Continue » Jefferson Junior High FootballSports (84 words, 1 response)
Jefferson Junior High Football The Jefferson junior high football team (top) celebrates after beating Lima Central Catholic to win the Northwest Conference championship. The crew dedicated Continue » 5 battle for 2 open trustee seatsLocal News (617 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com MONTEREY TOWNSHIP - Two incumbents and three newcomers will vie for voters’ attention for two open seats as Monterey Township trustee Continue » Delphos school levy will not raise taxesLocal News (380 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Delphos City School District voters will see a 5-year, 1.46-mill current expense operating levy on Tuesday’s ballot. The levy does Continue » Thank You’sFor the Record (149 words)
The Delphos Optimist Punt, Pass and Kick contest was held on Oct. 17 and we had 48 youth participate in this year’s event. I would like Continue » Jefferson Golf AwardsSports (121 words)
Jefferson senior Austin Clarkson, right, was recognized for his first-team all-Northwest Conference designation. With him is head coach Chad Jostpille. “This year’s golf team was Continue » Trick or TreatLocal News (95 words)
Trinity United Methodist Church held its annual Trunk or Treat night Thursday along with the city’s annual trick or treat. Top: Bailey Gormon, left, Claire Continue »