December 1st, 2009 Richard Lee StopherFor the Record (215 words)
Aug. 11, 1942 Nov. 26, 2009 Richard Lee Stopher, 67, of Elida, died at 10:30 p.m. Thursday at Ohio State Medical Center in Columbus. He was born Aug. Continue » Local News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Katie Vorst. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Reid Corzine. For the Record (53 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A girl was born Nov. 27 to Steven and Amy Goecke of Spencerville. A boy was born Nov. 27 to Preston and Ginger Continue » Jays seeking sixth state titleLocal News (54 words)
Lady Jays grab Kewpee titleSports (1286 words)
BATH TOWNSHIP — Either St. John’s or Bath has won the previous five installments of the Kewpee Tip-Off Classic held on the opening girls basketball Continue » St. John’s gridders keep the dream aliveSports (1175 words)
WAPAKONETA — To the St. John’s football team and its partisans, it was deja vu all over again Saturday night, this time at Harmon Field Continue » Wildcats girls open season with a victorySports (422 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Jefferson girls basketball team opened up its season Saturday night at the Jefferson Middle School, hosting the Antwerp Continue » Ottoville dominates in Tip-Off ClassicSports (717 words)
For The Delphos Herald VAN WERT – Ottoville wrapped up the McDonald’s Tip-Off Classic Championship in style on Saturday night as the Big Green dominated Wayne Continue » Esther M. GerkerFor the Record (207 words)
July 1, 1920-Nov. 28, 2009 Esther M. Gerker, 89, of Fort Jennings, died at 6:10 p.m. Saturday at the Meadows of Kalida. She was born July 1, Continue » St. John’s inducts 6th class to Hall of FameLocal News (1649 words)
Staff reports DELPHOS — Four St. John’s High School alumni were inducted into the sixth Hall of Fame class Sunday. Inductees include: Dr. Daniel L. Rode – Professional Continue » Herald accepting letters to SantaLocal News (66 words)
Hey kids! The Delphos Herald has a direct line to Santa himself. Send us your letters to the Jolly ’Ol Elf and we will make Continue » December 2nd, 2009 Herbert A. VonderembseFor the Record (422 words)
Feb. 6, 1928 Nov. 26, 2009 Herbert (Herb) Anthony Vonderembse, 81, of Sun city Center, Fla., and formerly of Delphos and Findlay, went to be with his Continue » City decked out for Christmas seasonLocal News (112 words)
City workers and volunteers from Crop Production Services spread some Christmas cheer Monday. Above: City worker Mike Stemen places big red bows on the tree Continue » From the waiting room …Local News (687 words)
 Dr. Celeste Lopez It’s a magical time of year and one of the best parts of the season are the traditions that we share with our Continue » Miller earns HCAC honorsSports (90 words)
Bluffton University junior Kim Miller (St. John’s) was named Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference women’s basketball Player of the Week for the week ending Sunday. She led Continue » Deer season opens with slow startLocal News (63 words)
Josh Landwehr, of Holgate, shows off what would have been an 8-point buck had he not shot off the deer’s antler on the left side.  Continue » Van Wert YMCA hosts Silver Sneakers LuncheonLocal News (58 words)
A group photo of several luncheon attendees with members of the Van Wert YMCA Wellness Staff, including Jessica Weiss, the instructor for the Silver Sneakers Continue » German student prepares to return homeLocal News (702 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — For those who call Delphos home, it is strange to hear there are people from different countries who consider Continue » December 3rd, 2009 Lady ’Cats rev up vs. ApachesSports (825 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com RURAL SHERWOOD — It took the Jefferson girls basketball team about a quarter to rev up its full-court pressure defense. Once the Lady Wildcats did, it Continue » Lady Lancers trump AcesSports (670 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The Hicksville Lady Aces travelled to Lincolnview High School to take on the Lancers in girls basketball Continue » Kathy Ann’s Boutique joins chamberLocal News (74 words)
Kathy Ann’s Boutique at 249 N. Main St., recently joined the Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce. The boutique specializes in ladies, misses, juniors, petites and Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (984 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com I am no New Orleans Saint fan but what this formerly moribund — remember the “hooded” fans and the “Ain’ts” “head gear”? — franchise is Continue » One step from ‘The Dream’ for the Blue JaysSports (924 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com St. John’s chose its 2009 football season motto as “Keep The Dream.” The Blue Jays are on the verge of realizing that dream 3 p.m. Saturday Continue » Business Journal inducts ‘20 Under 40’Local News (2247 words)
nspencer@delphosherald.com Twenty young professionals under the age of 40 were recognized for their accomplishments Tuesday at the third annual Business Journal of West Central Ohio “20 Continue » December 4th, 2009 Jefferson students collect food for matched driveLocal News (69 words)
Jefferson High School National Honor Society members Korey Boggs, left, Mallorie Wilson and Bridget Culp load the last remaining food items for donation Monday morning. Continue » Sewer rate likely to increase in 2010Local News (864 words)
mford@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — In June 2006, a dozen smiling officials put shovels in the ground in a field north of town. The event launched a construction Continue » Museum curator receives postal memorabiliaLocal News (52 words)
Marilyn Goodenough and Jean Maas, daughters of Margaret Brown, donate a framed photo of their mother to Delphos Museum of Postal History Curator Gary Levitt Continue » Flyers look to win first state football titleSports (979 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com Norwalk St. Paul has had ample opportunities to win a state football title. After all, this is the 13th time the Flyer have made the Ohio Continue » There’s nothing wrong with being afraid of alligatorsLocal News (830 words)
BY BECKY HIRN I’m going to come away from this trip being able to say I’ve learned quite a few things. I’ve learned things about different Continue » Glenn L. ShafferFor the Record (266 words)
May 26, 1921 Dec. 2, 2009 Glenn L. Shaffer, 88, of rural Spencerville, died at 12:52 p.m. Wednesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born May 26, Continue » Museum curator receives postal memorabiliaLocal News (45 words)
Marilyn Goodenough and Jean Maas, daughters of Margaret Brown, donate a framed photo of their mother to Delphos Museum of Postal History Curator Gary Levitt Continue » Trinity serves up annual bazaarLocal News (53 words)
Trinity United Methodist Church held its annual Christmas Bazaar Wednesday with a Country Store filedl with homemade candy, crafts, baked goods and jams and jellies Continue » December 5th, 2009 Jefferson girls turn over CougarsSports (825 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — For the second game in a row, Jefferson’s girls basketball team used a strong second period to send them on their way. Thursday night, Continue » Metcalfe, MacLennan do their part for JaysLocal News (888 words)
jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Everyone is quite familiar with the “stars” of the St. John’s football team. Junior tailback Jordan Leininger, senior quarterback Wes Ulm, junior long-ball receiver/third-year Continue » City ready for winter weatherLocal News (368 words)
mford@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Neither the National Weather Service or local leaders can prevent snow, sleet and freezing rain from turning a Rockwellesque winter landscape into a Continue » Heather and Douglas MeyerFor the Record (19 words)
Heather and Douglas Meyer of Fort Jennings gave birth to twin girls December 3 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. Franklin gets in Christmas spiritLocal News (151 words)
Franklin Elementary School fifth- grade students performed their Christmas production, “Santa’s Stuck in the 50’s,” Thursday. It was written by Sally K. Albrecht and Jay Continue » December 7th, 2009 Backus, Clark accept pressure of defending titleSports (717 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — Being the defending Division VI state football champions puts the bulls-eye on the St. John’s team as they head Continue » Catholic Daughters of America share in Christmas joyLocal News (151 words)
Catholic Daughters of America, Delphos Court recently held a very successful “Card Party.” The annual event was open to the public and proceeds from the Continue » Herald seeks man, woman of the year nodsLocal News (96 words)
The Delphos Herald is searching for the 2009 Tri-county Area Man and Woman of the Year. Nominees should, by reason of public service and community involvement, Continue » Ottoville boys with blowoutSports (464 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville boys basketball team opened up their 2009-2010 season with an impressive 71-28 victory Friday night over Cory-Rawson Continue » Kim L. HaunhorstFor the Record (186 words)
Sept. 30, 1955-Dec. 3, 2009 Kim L. Haunhorst, 54, of Lima, died at 10:50 p.m. Thursday at his residence. He was born Sept. 30, 1955, in Lima, Continue » Just a thoughtLocal News (591 words)
by Sara Berelsman I love this time of year, when snow is starting to fall, houses and trees are twinkling, and magic is in the air. Continue » On the Other HandFor the Record (539 words)
Fresh off my crushing defeat in the “Elect-an-Elf” campaign, the Christmas spirit warmed my heart and gave me something we all need a little more Continue » Curator’s CornerLocal News (825 words)
 by Gary Levitt Over my 30 years with the US Postal Service, I had many opportunities to experience different aspects of the business as well as Continue » At the LibraryLocal News (1738 words)
The holidays are fast approaching. As you scurry around to do your shopping and getting the house ready, please remember to get those overdue library Continue » Delphos Kicks Off Christmas SeasonLocal News (34 words)
Police Chief Kyle Fittro looking smashing in tights as the Christmas elf and parade marshal. Carjacking was a hoaxLocal News (374 words)
Van Wert County Sheriff Stan D. Owens released today that the investigation into the aggravated robbery and felonious assault at the U.S. 30 and State Continue » December 8th, 2009 Win or lose …Sports (979 words)
By FRANCIS GERMANThe Delphos Heraldfjohngerman@gmail.comMASSILLON — The St. John’s faithful followed their beloved Blue Jays to the football state finals for the 6th time looking Continue » Jennings boys split weekendSports (575 words)
By TRENT GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com FORT JENNINGS — The Fort Jennings boys cage team led the whole way versus Ayersville, holding off a third-quarter surge and Continue » Minster rallies past SpencervilleSports (486 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com SPENCERVILLE — The Spencerville boys basketball team battled Minster most of the way at the Walk-In Closet of Spencerville High School Continue » Blue Jay gridders honored for accomplishmentsSports (847 words)
By FRANCIS GERMAN The Delphos Herald fjohngerman@gmail.com DELPHOS — The St. John’s Blue Jays came home to a hero’s welcome from the top on down Sunday afternoon at Continue » Blue Jays state runner-upsLocal News (1507 words)
Jays fall short of 6th title; Flyers get No. 1 By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com MASSILLON — Ninety-eight yards. That — and 3:22 — is what stood between Continue » Delphos forever linked to attack on Pearl HarborLocal News (451 words, 1 response)
BY RICK SCHUCKFor The Delphos HeraldPearl Harbor and Delphos will be forever linked. On Dec. 7, 1941, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor in Hawaii pushing Continue » December 9th, 2009 Tickets for Magical Le Grand Cirque on sale WednesdayLocal News (219 words)
Seen by millions of people around the world, Le Grand Cirque is a jaw-dropping, visual feast of breathtaking group acrobatics and white-knuckle stunts.  On March Continue » Nearly 100 runners ‘run their ice off SaturdayLocal News (286 words)
Results: 1    17:31    Kyle Minnich 2    18:29    Jay Prichard 3    18:53    Mike Clay 4    19:10    Stephen King 5    19:53    Dan McDermitt 6    19:55    Ron Bonifas 7    20:05    Ryan Kraner 8    20:05    Bill Carder 9    Continue » Lady Green routs LancersSports (234 words)
RURAL MIDDLE POINT — Ottoville took command immediately — a 29-6 first period — and routed host Lincolnview 78-38 in Saturday afternoon girls cage action Continue » Clinics set in school districtsLocal News (202 words)
The Allen County Health Department has scheduled H1N1 vaccine clinics in Allen County’s school districts over the next two weeks. These walk-in clinics are for children Continue » Warnecke/BockeyLifestyles (127 words)
Steve and Amy Warnecke of Delphos announce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Ann, to Jason Joseph Bockey, son of Joe and Doris Bockey of Continue » December 10th, 2009 For the Record (32 words)
A boy, Mason James, was born Nov. 19 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus to Christopher and Tracy Miller of Powell. Grandparents are Jim and Ginny Miller Continue » Scholar of the dayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Kaylie Youngpeter. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Kevin Kramer. 2009 Dienstberger Foundation GrantsLocal News (301 words)
Delphos Stadium Club                $45,000 Delphos City Schools                $40,000 St. John’s Schools                $40,000 Delphos Senior Citizen Center            $20,000 Delphos Continue » Meadows sets annual tree galaLocal News (87 words)
The Meadows of Kalida will host its annual Christmas Tree Gala to benefit Putnam County Hospice. Companies, families and individuals can purchase and decorate any size Continue » Lady Jays cage CougarsSports (601 words)
VAN WERT — The St. John’s defense put the clamps on the Van Wert offense from the start and senior Zefiryn Bryan popped in 21 Continue » Ottoville cruises past archrival JenningsSports (470 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com FORT JENNINgS — The Ottoville girls basketball team traveled down the road Tuesday night to take on their archrivals, the Fort Continue » Suh for the HeismanSports (949 words)
The Heisman voters will — should — have a tough choice this week for the Heisman Trophy. Will they finally give it to someone at a Continue » Bearcats edge out Lady Bulldogs for 1st winSports (624 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald Benny_babcock11@hotmail.com SPENCERVILLE — The Spencerville Lady Bearcats came into their home non-conference girls basketball game Tuesday night at Spencerville High School with Continue » Wildcats rout Mustangs in season opener 78-34Sports (736 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com KALIDA — The Allen East Mustangs traveled to Kalida to face the Wildcats in boys varsity basketball action Tuesday night. The Wildcats Continue » Foundation doles out $280,0000Local News (1202 words)
DELPHOS — Twenty-two recipients shared in $280,000 in Arnold C. Dienstberger Foundation grants Tuesday evening at the Delphos Club. This was the 12th annual distribution of Continue » December 11th, 2009 H.R. “Jim” McKinleyFor the Record (118 words)
Jan. 26, 1931 Dec. 9, 2009 H.R. “Jim” McKinley, 78, of rural Lima and formerly of Spencerville, died at 1:10 p.m. Wednesday at Lima Memorial Health System. He Continue » Russell L. OrchardLocal News (383 words)
Feb. 21, 1914-Dec. 8, 2009 Russell L. Orchard, 95, of Lima, died at 1:19 p.m. Tuesday at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born Feb. 21, 1914, Continue » Mike and Erin ShafferFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 9 to Mike and Erin Shaffer of Spencerville. Local students receive H1N1 vaccineLocal News (112 words)
On Wednesday, the Allen County Health Department held a flu shot clinic at the Delphos Eagles Lodge for local students in grades K-12. Eric Clark, Continue » Mike and Erin ShafferFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 9 to Mike and Erin Shaffer of Spencerville. Library still cuttingLocal News (203 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS—The Delphos Public Library Board of Trustees met Wednesday at the library for a short meeting. “There’s really nothing happening right now,” Continue » Craig and Christine Bloom Jr.For the Record (14 words)
A girl was born Dec. 9 to Craig and Christine Bloom Jr. of Delphos. Mike and Erin ShafferFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 9 to Mike and Erin Shaffer of Specnerville. Matt and Michelle KnebelFor the Record (66 words)
A boy, Braden Cruse, was born at 8:35 a.m. Dec. 7 to Matt and Michelle Knebel of Jefferson, Ga. He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces and Continue » Mary (Mauck) Fitzpatrick YoungpeterFor the Record (294 words)
Jan. 20, 1934 - Dec. 8, 2009 Mary (Mauck) Fitzpatrick Youngpeter, 75 of Lima died at 7:05 a.m. Tuesday at Vancrest Health Care Center in Delphos. She Continue » Winds take out power, cancel schoolLocal News (181 words, 1 response)
Staff reports The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — Franklin Elementary students got to play hookie today after high winds knocked over a power pole near the school Wednesday Continue » December 12th, 2009 Brandon and Heather PatrickFor the Record (13 words)
A boy was born Dec. 10 to Brandon and Heather Patrick of Elida. Lady ‘Cats get some revenge on KnightsSports (453 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@Hotmail.com CONVOY — The Jefferson girls basketball team traveled to Convoy Thursday night to take on the reigning Northwest Conference champions, the Continue » Landeck names spelling bee winnersLocal News (60 words)
Landeck Elementary spelling bee finalists in grade 5 and 6 will go on to compete at the Delphos City Schools District Spelling Bee on Jan. Continue » Lady Jays’ run puts away CavsSports (743 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com COLDWATER — A 17-0 spurt bridging the third and fourth periods propelled St. John’s to a 46-33 victory over Coldwater in Continue » Richard and Jennifer VonderwellFor the Record (13 words)
A girl was born Dec. 10 to Richard and Jennifer Vonderwell of Delphos. Phyllis J. LongFor the Record (176 words)
Jan. 16, 1934 - Dec. 8, 2009 Phyllis J. Long, 75, of Delphos, died at 1:10 a.m. Tuesday at her daughter’s residence surrounded by family, friends Continue » Natasha Boroff and Greg BraunFor the Record (14 words)
A girl was born Dec. 9 to Natasha Boroff and Greg Braun of Cloverdale. Lady Jays’ run puts away CavsSports (743 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com COLDWATER — A 17-0 spurt bridging the third and fourth periods propelled St. John’s to a 46-33 victory over Coldwater in Continue » Students learn art of gingerbread houses classLocal News (365 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com FORT JENNINGS — With the snow starting to roll in and Christmas tunes booming out of every speaker, it is officially Continue » Robert G. StepletonFor the Record (225 words)
Feb. 15, 1934 - Nov. 27, 2009 Robert G. Stepleton, 64, of Los Angeles and formerly of Delphos and Ottoville, died Nov. 27 in Los Angeles. He Continue » December 14th, 2009 Friendship LinkLocal News (1942 words)
by HELEN KAVERMAN 1994 was a busy year. Delphos St. John’s parish was celebrating its Sesquicentennial with a Nostalgia Weekend in August, along with many other Continue » Early Elida lead sinks BearcatsSports (592 words)
BY TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald ELIDA — The Spencerville Bearcats took on the Elida Bulldogs at the Elida Fieldhouse in boys varsity basketball action Friday night. Continue » Jeffcats pounce on CommodoresSports (520 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald Benny_babcock11@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Jefferson boys Basketball team came into their non-conference game against the Perry Commondores in grand style as they Continue » Lois E. BullingerFor the Record (255 words)
Oct. 2, 1927 - Dec. 10, 2009 Lois E. Bullinger, 82, of Fort Jennings, died at 4:07 p.m. Thursday at her residence. She was born Oct. 2, Continue » Sniff, sniff, achoo ­— sighLocal News (373 words)
What is it with sickness and cold temperatures? Countless times I have heard it said that winter is “cold and flu season.” Mom always said to Continue » Season of givingLocal News (82 words)
December 15th, 2009 Ft. Jennings boys declaw Bearcats 66-48Sports (569 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald benny_babcock11@hotmail.com SPENCERVILLE — The Spencerville Bearcats played host to the Fort Jennings Musketeers Saturday night in their non-conference boys basketball game at Continue » St. John’s offers winter band concertLocal News (18 words)
Local charities keep hope afloatLocal News (553 words)
DELPHOS — It’s no secret that many local families are in financial straits. However, it’s also no secret that the generosity and support of the Continue » LadyCats hands Wildcats first loss on the yearSports (449 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com KALIDA — The Jefferson girls basketball team traveled to Kalida Saturday afternoon to take on a different Wildcats’ team. Jefferson was not Continue » Schlolars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Jay Clark. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Hunter Binkley. Jays grab Lancer mat meetSports (580 words)
RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The St. John’s wrestling team hit the mats for their 2009-2010 season-opener Saturday at the Lincolnview Lancer Invitational and seemed at Continue » K of C hall blood drive resultsLocal News (37 words)
A recent American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Knights of Columbus hall in Delphos netted 41 units. Donors receiving pins were: Amy Wehri, 7 gallons; Continue » For the Record (30 words)
ST. RITA’S MEDICAL CENTER A boy was born Dec. 11 to Shaun and Shawna Putman of Van Wert. A girl was born Dec. 12 to Kathryn Woodhull Continue » Tips to avoid water line freeze upLocal News (165 words)
With the temperatures dropping below the freezing mark, the City of Delphos Water Department would like to offer a few tips to avoid water line Continue » Jeffcats crush Hornets to stay unbeatenSports (488 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com MT. CORY — The Jefferson boys basketball team traveled to Mt. Cory Saturday night to battle Cory-Rawson and led from start Continue » Faith groups lend helping hand in crisisLocal News (636 words)
Because it was bookended in recession, 2009 was a difficult year. Continuing unemployment has many families around the region under tremendous stress. Many in need Continue » Chef to take over Landeck TavernLocal News (819 words)
LANDECK — When Kyle Caballero put his restaurant, Caballero’s Landeck Tavern, on the market to an essay winner in late August, he created quite a Continue » December 16th, 2009 Fort Jennings National Honor Society inductionsLocal News (138 words)
St. John’s 2009-10 wrestlingSports (200 words)
‘Tis the season to give thanksLocal News (750 words)
By BONNIE JONES, DVM As veterinarians, we tend to collect “special needs” pets that become members of our family. Our household currently consists of three dogs Continue » Schlolars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Allexis Cairo. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Rebecca Violet. Lady Jays All-District SoccerSports (54 words)
First Assembly to host stroke screeningLocal News (311 words)
In a study published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association, researchers studied the effects of two kinds of diets on women’s health. One group Continue » School board OKs treasurer’s contractLocal News (432 words)
DELPHOS — Delphos City Schools Treasurer Brad Rostorfer was granted a 2-year, 7-month contract at Monday’s school board meeting. Accepting a pay freeze, Rostorfer will make Continue » December 17th, 2009 Wellman Seeds acquires new agri-technologyLocal News (529 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com VAN WERT — Wellman Seeds has announced an exciting new techonology it’s acquired through conjunction with Monsanto, an agricultural company that Continue » Musketeers outlast Vikings to get victorySports (487 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com FORT JENNINGS — The Fort Jennings girls basketball team took on Putnam County League foe, the Leipsic Vikings, Tuesday night at Continue » Note to Big Ten: just do it!Sports (1102 words)
The Big Ten (11?) Conference is going to consider adding a 12th team in the next 12-18 months. Memo to the conference: don’t just think about Continue » Early outburst propels Lady WildcatsSports (787 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson erupted for 24 points in the opening period Tuesday night. The Lady Wildcats couldn’t maintain that scoring pace but held off a late Continue » Schlolars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Jason Michel. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Elizabeth Spring. Fort Jennings writes final check for storm sewer projectLocal News (496 words)
FORT JENNINGS — Village officials tied up the loose ends on the Fifth Street Storm Sewer Relief project in Fort Jennings Tuesday evening when approving Continue » Council OKs loan to refund bondsLocal News (444 words)
By SUE GERKER The Delphos Herald DELPHOS — In an effort to save money, city council members on Tuesday unanimously approved an agreement to enter into a Continue » December 18th, 2009 Schlolars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Madilynn Schulte. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Hayley Drerup. Wildcats look to start NWC race rightSports (1145 words)
In the mind of Jefferson head boys basketball coach Marc Smith, his unbeaten Wildcats (3-0) will have their work cut out for them this weekend Continue » Dennis L. NewlandFor the Record (274 words)
Dec. 6, 1946-Dec. 15, 2009 Dennis L. Newland, 63, of Elida, died at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Dec. 6, 1946, Continue » Grant secures 2nd playground projectLocal News (718 words)
DELPHOS — On March 19, the Delphos Kiwanis announced Phase II of its Playground Equipment Project. The new system will replace the wooden playground structure Continue » Espionage conducted at pre-schoolLocal News (90 words)
December 20th, 2009 Schlolars of the DayLocal News (16 words)
St. John’s Scholar of the Day is Dylan Krendl. Jefferson’s Scholar of the Day is Dakota Kyle. Jeffcat girls blow by BulldogsSports (449 words)
By AUSTIN CLARKSON The Delphos Herald austinclarkson_24@hotmail.com DELPHOS — The Jefferson girls basketball team wasn’t a very good host Thursday night, pressuring visiting Ada into more than a Continue » Johanna A. KlimaFor the Record (238 words)
July 16, 1915-Dec. 17, 2009 Johanna A. Klima, 94, of Delphos, died at 4:20 p.m. Thursday at Van Wert Hospice Center. She was born July 16, 1915, Continue » Scott ErmanFor the Record (170 words)
Jan. 29, 1968-Dec. 17, 2009 Scott Erman, 41, of Lima and formerly of Delphos, died at 3:40 a.m. Thursday at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born Continue » Ice or snow: Take it slowLocal News (296 words)
DELPHOS — As inclement weather looms, many may need a refresher course on defensive driving skills. Proactive measures to relieve clock-related pressure may be the Continue » Bulldogs overtake Lancers in NWC actionSports (982 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The Columbus Grove Bulldogs traveled to Lincolnview High School to take on the Lady Lancers in girls Continue » Lady Jays repel WildcatsSports (811 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s and Minster have built up quite a rivalry over the years of girls basketball battles in the Midwest Athletic Conference. The teams Continue » Christmas Project volunteers make deliveriesLocal News (88 words)
December 21st, 2009 Old Time NewsLocal News (1983 words)
Santa Worship at Manual Training Room Santa Claus is receiving some valuable assistance at the Jefferson school at the present time. A number of the pupils of the Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (472 words)
The Delphos Herald ---- Middle 2 quarters key Grove past Lincolnview COLUMBUS GROVE — Columbus Grove owned the middle two quarters 39-25 to push them toeard a 70-55 Continue » One of the lucky onesFor the Record (477 words, 1 response)
I spent a very enjoyable Friday visiting Cameron. I really don’t mind the drive. When mom and I go, we talk and talk and talk some Continue » Johanna A. KlimaFor the Record (238 words, 1 response)
July 16, 1915-Dec. 17, 2009 Johanna A. Klima, 94, of Delphos, died at 4:20 p.m. Thursday at Van Wert Hospice Center. She was born July 16, 1915, Continue » Big Green boys rout archrivalsSports (641 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com OTTOVILLE — The Ottoville offense exploded from the start in its Friday night home boys basketball encounter with archrival Fort Jennings. The Continue » Roy E. BlockbergerFor the Record (125 words)
Nov. 26, 1947-Dec. 18, 2009 Roy E. Blockberger, 62, of Defiance, died at 5:48 a.m. Friday at Paulding County Hospital. He was born Nov. 26, 1947, in Continue » Wildcats seize NWC openerLocal News (803 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com ADA — Jefferson’s two leading scorers: seniors Craig Carder and Jordan Jettinghoff (combining for 23.7 points per); totaled seven markers Friday Continue » Nicki GutierrezFor the Record (208 words)
May 30, 1982-Dec. 17, 2009 Nicki Gutierrez, 27, of Delphos and formerly of Spencerville, died at 7 p.m. Thursday at her residence. She was born May 30, Continue » Nicki GutierrezFor the Record (208 words)
May 30, 1982-Dec. 17, 2009 Nicki Gutierrez, 27, of Delphos and formerly of Spencerville, died at 7 p.m. Thursday at her residence. She was born May 30, Continue » Bulldog boys grab league rout over ’RidersSports (653 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald Benny_Babcock11@hotmail.com ELIDA — The Elida Bulldogs boys basketball team played host to Western Buckeye League rival St. Marys Roughriders Friday night at Continue » Reed leaves OSU Extension after 35 “wonderful” yearsLocal News (761 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com VAN WERT — Most people, when it comes time to retire, are more than happy to leave their job and coworkers Continue » December 22nd, 2009 Handbell choir performs at Canal MuseumLifestyles (132 words)
Mr. and Mrs. Matthew SiefkerLifestyles (293 words)
Jennifer Marie Brown and Matthew Louis Siefker were united in marriage on Aug. 8 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Mevlin Verhoff Continue » Gallmeier, Reiff co-chair county census committeeLocal News (267 words)
The Allen County Commissioners have signed a resolution establishing the Allen County Complete Count Committee for the 2010 Census. Commissioner Dan Reiff and Delphos Mayor Michael Continue » Kalida pushes by Jefferson boysSports (897 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson and Kalida went at it toe-to-toe Saturday night, staging an early-season boys basketball showdown at “The Stage” of Jefferson Middle School. As one Continue » Big Green rout hardwood Bearcats - twiceSports (1257 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com OTTOVILLE — The difference was time Saturday. Ottoville hosted Spencerville in girls basketball action during the afternoon at L.W. Heckman Gymnasium, with Continue » For the Record (71 words)
A boy, Andrew James, was born Dec. 18 at Lima Memorial Hospital to Jim and Joy Baumgartner. He was welcomed by sisters, Sierra and Quincey. Grandparents are Continue » Gallmeier, Reiff co-chair county census committeeLocal News (267 words)
The Allen County Commissioners have signed a resolution establishing the Allen County Complete Count Committee for the 2010 Census. Commissioner Dan Reiff and Delphos Mayor Michael Continue » Children, parents take advantage of snowLocal News (64 words)
December 23rd, 2009 Lady Jays pull away from IndiansSports (757 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com SHAWNEE — As one might have expected between two unbeaten (6-0) teams, St. John’s and Shawnee locked up in a girls Continue » White Christmas in Van Wert?Local News (458 words)
Although there is historically a 47 percent chance of a White Christmas in Van Wert County, this year is looking rather doubtful for the white Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (969 words)
The Delphos Herald ----- Poor shooting dooms Lady Musketeers CONVOY — Poor shooting from the field cost Fort Jennings dearly Monday night at “The Castle” of Crestview High Continue » Lady Jays pull away from IndiansSports (757 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com SHAWNEE — As one might have expected between two unbeaten (6-0) teams, St. John’s and Shawnee locked up in a girls Continue » Robert John “Bob” BeiningFor the Record (239 words, 1 response)
June 13, 1933- Dec. 18, 2009 Robert John “Bob” Beining, 76, of Ottoville, died at 12:40 p.m. Friday at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, Texas. He was born Continue » Horstman leaves board after 16 yearsLocal News (629 words)
BY NANCY SPENCER The Delphos Herald nspencer@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — Fellow board members and administrators bid farewell to long-time Ottoville School Board member Mary Jo Horstman and 4-year veteran Continue » December 24th, 2009 Nipper spreads holiday cheerLocal News (403 words)
BY STACY TAFF The Delphos Herald staff@delphosherald.com DELPHOS— During the holiday season, it is customary to focus on giving, or in some cases, giving back. When “Sparky” Brinkman Continue » LadyCats stay unbeatenSports (537 words)
By DAVE BONINSEGNA The Delphos Herald zsportslive@yahoo.com COLUMBUS GROVE — It was a bit of déjà vu for the Kalida Lady Wildcats in their Putnam County League girls Continue » Chris and Sherri HuntFor the Record (48 words)
A boy, Ethan Christopher, was born Dec. 22 at Dupont Hospital in Fort Wayne to Chris and Sherri Hunt of Defiance. He weighed 5 pounds, 7 Continue » Knights nip Musketeers in last second shotSports (698 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald Benny_babcock11@hotmail.com FORT JENNINGS — The Crestview Knights got the ball with just 30 ticks remaining in Tuesday’s non-league boys cage game at Continue » Jeanine A. SueverFor the Record (185 words)
Oct. 9, 1971-Dec. 22, 2009 Jeanine A. Suever, 63, of Delphos, died at her residence during the early morning hours Tuesday. She was born Sept. 15, 1946, Continue » A ‘frosty’ friendLocal News (46 words)
Ben Dickrede poses with his frosty friend he made on Sunday at his grandmother’s home in Elida. Dickrede is a seventh-grader at St. John’s High Continue » Jays open season in convincing styleSports (677 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com DELPHOS — St. John’s may have only been in its ninth day of full boys basketball practices. It sure didn’t show in Continue » LOCAL ROUNDUPSports (524 words)
The Delphos Herald Cavaliers get by Lady Bulldogs ELIDA — The Coldwater girls basketball team took to the road Tuesday for a non-league game versus Elida and went Continue » Santa Visitation gets boostLocal News (62 words)
Browns Backer President Stan Wiechart, left, presents Optimist member Jay Kundert a check for the Santa Visitation project. Delphos Area Car Club member Howard Violet also Continue » Jeanine SueverFor the Record (18 words)
Jeanine Suever, 63, of Delphos, died today at her residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Harter and Schier Funeral Home. Village still probing odorLocal News (547 words)
BY MIKE FORD The Delphos Herald mford@delphosherald.com OTTOVILLE — During Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting, village council here focused on a mysterious gasoline smell. Mayor Ron Miller reported the Continue » Metcalfe’s MusingsSports (32 words)
A colleague of mine sent me this item the other day, an article by one Jeff Pearlman. I got his permission to use his story as Continue » December 29th, 2009 Wildcats best LancersSports (129 words)
KALIDA — Kalida outscored visiting Lincolnview in every quarter en route to a 62-49 non-conference boys basketball victory Saturday night at Kalida. Kalida improves to 4-1 Continue » For the Record (16 words)
ST. RITA’S A boy was born Dec. 25 to Kebra Hammons and Jason Daniels of Fort Jennings. Wildcats steady in downing Big GreenSports (751 words)
DELPHOS — Jefferson’s boys basketball team started to take over toward the end of the first period Saturday night and played a steady game the Continue » Elizabeth StanzFor the Record (219 words)
July 29, 1924-Dec. 25, 2009 Elizabeth “Betty” Stanz, 85, of Fort Jennings, died at 2:10 p.m. Friday at Baton Rouge Living Center. She was born July 29, Continue » Ruth Christine (Fischer) ErnstFor the Record (106 words, 1 response)
Oct. 16, 1927 - Dec. 26, 2009 Ruth Christine (Fischer) Ernst, 82, of Coldwater, died Saturday at Mercer County Community Hospital in Coldwater. She was born Oct. Continue » Refuse collectors face biggest day of yearLocal News (88 words)
December 30th, 2009 PSA 3 offers Senior Dining applicationsLocal News (209 words)
PSA 3 Agency on Aging will be taking application for the 2010 Senior Dining Program that will start in March. Seniors must apply in person. Dates, Continue » Lady Jays battle by BearcatsSports (866 words)
DELPHOS — St. John’s got off to a pretty good start in its Monday night non-conference girls hardwood encounter with Spencerville. It was a battle the Continue » Robert John “Bob” KindleyFor the Record (170 words)
Oct. 10, 1919 Dec. 16, 2009 Robert John “Bob” Kindley, 90, died on Dec. 16. Bob was born Oct. 10, 1919, in Delphos. His wife, Margaret “Peg” Kindley, preceded Continue » For the Record (71 words)
A girl, Ava Elizabeth, was born Dec. 22 at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus to Chad and Keri Macwhinney of Bexley. She weighed 8 pounds, 1 Continue » Van Wert Y to kickoff New Year ChallengeLocal News (245 words)
The YMCA of Van Wert County announces the kickoff of its New Year Challenge. It runs Jan. 10 through March 6 and is for anyone Continue » Sledding fun at the reservoirLocal News (65 words)
December 31st, 2009 Putnam library sets January eventsLocal News (268 words)
The Putnam County District Library in Ottawa has announced the following upcoming programs: Family Fun Night The Putnam County District Library in Ottawa (located at the Educational Continue » Ottoville offers kindergarten sign-upLocal News (66 words)
Ottoville Local Schools will hold kindergarten registration for the 2010-11 school year Monday through Jan. 15 for students who turn 5 years old before Oct. Continue » Warnecke’s late FT lifts Musketeer boysSports (408 words)
By BEN BABCOCK The Delphos Herald benny_babcock11@hotmail.com RURAL MIDDLE POINT — The Lincolnview Lancers basketball team hosted the Fort Jennings Musketeers at the Lancerdome Tuesday night in non-conference Continue » Sports (68 words)
Donald E. BirkmeierFor the Record (271 words)
March 21, 1935 Dec. 27, 2009 Donald E. Birkmeier, 74, of Cedarville, Mich., died Sunday at War Memorial Hospital in Sault St. Marie, Mich. He was born March Continue » Albert A. BerelsmanFor the Record (301 words)
July 29, 1924 Dec. 28, 2009 Albert A. Berelsman, 85, of Fort Jennings, died at 9:27 p.m. Monday at Van Wert County Hospital. He was born July 29, Continue » Cavaliers hold off Jefferson boysSports (781 words)
By JIM METCALFE The Delphos Herald jmetcalfe@delphosherald.com COLDWATER — Coldwater built an early 10-0 lead in the first quarter Tuesday night versus Jefferson in the opening round of Continue » Blue Jay boys put away KnightsSports (866 words)
By TRENTON GAUSE The Delphos Herald trentjen.gause@ymail.com CONVOY — The St. John’s Blue Jays traveled to Convoy to take on the Crestview Knights in boys varsity basketball Tuesday Continue » Up close and personalSports (683 words)
Doesn’t it seem like we were “just” celebrating New Year’s 2009 like, a few minutes ago? It does seem that the older we get, the faster Continue » Sports (64 words)