Postal museum to get new home
May 16, 2008Local News
DELPHOS – The Museum of Postal History of Delphos will move to a new location in the near future.
The former Eagles Lodge located at 339 Continue »
Students evacuated from Franklin
May 14, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — More than 100 Franklin Elementary students and four teachers have been displaced due to a structural failure at the school building, Delphos City Continue »
Happy Mother’s Day to all
May 12, 2008For the Record
Mothers are wonderful.
They bandage our scraped knees; kiss our tears away; smile when we act silly; thank us for those chunky clay masterpieces and other Continue »
Installation of new playground equipment starts Monday
May 8, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Site work for new playground equipment will start Monday at Stadium Park adjacent to the Municipal Swimming Pool, nearly 14 months ahead of Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 5, 2008Local News
I am reprising this column from April 2007. It was true then. It is now.
What parent hasn't felt a little twinge of jealousy when their Continue »
Microtel construction moving along
May 2, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Construction on the new three-story Microtel Inn and Suites at 480 Moxie Lane on the east edge of Delphos continues as crews work Continue »
Bishop shares benefits of Servant Leadership
April 30, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Bishop Albert Ottenweller was in Delphos Tuesday at the Knights of Columbus hall to garner support for his Servant Leadership Center in Toledo.
Ottenweller Continue »
Servant Leadership Program opening center in Delphos
April 28, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Last spring, Bishop Albert Ottenweller, who served at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church parish for more than 25 years, visited Delphos Continue »
Spring has spring - or has it?
April 28, 2008For the Record
This has been a great week as far as the weather goes.
My flower beds are cleaned out and ready for annuals and a fresh layer Continue »
Mayor to bring Tree Commission to council
April 25, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The city will soon have a Tree Commission in place to monitor tree planting and care within the city.
Members of the Green Thumb Continue »
Legion honors past leaders
April 22, 2008Local News
DELPHOS - He can say he invented the Internet and it would be true. Van Wert native Samuel J. Worthington was the guest speaker at Continue »
On the Other Hand
April 21, 2008For the Record
In our Good Times publication, there is a section that highlights the prices of the everyday items we all use, like eggs, milk, bread, etc., Continue »
Village to consider easement for new eatery
April 17, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS —Residents here may soon see a new restaurant on Water Street.
Roger Rex asked Fort Jennings Village Council on Tuesday evening for an easement Continue »
School board to seek bus bids
April 16, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — School board members worked ahead Monday evening and approved supplemental contracts for the 2008-09 school year.
Dave Hoffman will serve as head girls Continue »
Chamber, investors celebrate past year’s accomplishments
April 15, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — More than 236 chamber members were “hypnotized” by a program by Bill Gladwell at the 16th annual Robert G. Gillespie Memorial Dinner Saturday Continue »
We don’t always get to pick the place
April 14, 2008For the Record
I thought I would catch you all up on Cameron this week. I want to thank all of you who inquire about him and I Continue »
Guitar Hero contest added to Relay events
April 10, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — With 40 teams registered and money coming in each month, the Delphos Relay for Life is already off to a good start.
Top teams Continue »
FFA celebrates success
April 8, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — More than 300 people attended the annual Delphos FFA Parent-Member Banquet Sunday at Jefferson High School.
FFA members recapped the past year of activities Continue »
Rayman’s watercolors selected for art book
April 5, 2008Local News
Two paintings by Pat Rayman of rural Ohio City have been selected to appear in a new book, “Confident Color: An Artist’s Guide to Harmony, Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 31, 2008For the Record
I’m sure you’ve all heard that it takes oodles more muscles to frown than it does to smile.
Now I know that we can’t all be Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 24, 2008For the Record
I came across something interesting in my travels this week. Its’ called the Village of 100. I had never seen it before and I was Continue »
Jennings addresses hunting issues
March 20, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council members addressed a light agenda Tuesday evening in Fort Jennings.
Those traveling by the village’s lagoon on Road 20-P will notice “No Continue »
Ottoville keeping operating costs down
March 19, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — With the rising cost of living, schools districts are also feeling the pinch.
Ottoville Schools are no different.
Ottoville Treasurer Bob Weber, however, also had Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 17, 2008For the Record
On Wednesday, you may have noticed a small snippet on the back page about an eighth-grade honors student being suspended for purchasing a bag of Continue »
School board serving breakfast
March 12, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — School board members will be flipping pancakes and serving up orange juice Wednesday morning to Jefferson High School students taking the Ohio Graduation Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 10, 2008For the Record
This next winter when someone hears me whining about where’s the snow, smack me a good one.
I do love snow on Christmas and even enjoy Continue »
Bertling returns from deployment in Iraq
March 3, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — It was a long year for U.S. Marine Corp Corporal Cory Bertling. Well, 363 days to be exact. That’s how long the Delphos Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 3, 2008For the Record
Whew! What a week.
Whatever you do, at all costs, avoid getting this flu that is going around. Wash, wash, wash your hands and stay away Continue »
Stant moves snow for the kids, older friends
March 3, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — If you were unexpectedly surprised by clean sidewalks this winter, the mystery has been solved.
John Stant of South Cass Street fires up his Continue »
St. John’s students learn the difference a cow can make
February 28, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The maxim goes that if you give a man a fish you feed him for one day; teach him to fish and you Continue »
Council still weighing water options
February 21, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council members are still gathering information on a solution to bringing a village-wide water system to Fort Jennings.
Field Agent Julie Ward of Continue »
Jefferson looks at cashless cafeteria
February 20, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — City schools may be going to a “point-of-sale” system for the cafeteria.
Superintendent Jeff Price is looking into a company that installs the system Continue »
Dancer buys TMD I building
February 14, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The old Toledo Molding and Die I plant on Gressel Drive didn’t stay empty for long. Just a little more than four months Continue »
Scouts hold annual banquet
February 12, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Cub Scout Pack 42 celebrated its annual Blue and Gold Banquet Sunday at St. John’s Annex.
Scouts received awards they had earned throughout Continue »
On the Other Hand
February 11, 2008For the Record
Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting the Spangler Candy Company in Bryan for a story in our Good Times publication. I had been Continue »
Area residents battling flood water, again
February 8, 2008Local News
Many in the area may be feeling a sense of dejá vu the past several days with rising flood water threatening their homes and businesses.
Ottawa Continue »
CIC working on grant to supplement downtown revitalization projects
February 7, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Downtown Revitalization Project here may be getting a boost from a U.S. Department of Agriculture grant applied for by the Delphos Community Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 28, 2008For the Record
You didn’t really think I was going to miss the opportunity to tell you about my “Blizzard of ‘78” experience did you?
Actually, I was 11 Continue »
Christmas Project serves 153 families, 352 children
January 26, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos Community Christmas Project has helped spread the Christmas spirit for more than 30 years. Christmas 2007 was no different.
The community once Continue »
180 earn D.A.R.E. diplomas
January 21, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — More than 180 fifth- and sixth-graders from Franklin, Landeck and St. John’s Elementary received diplomas Friday during the D.A.R.E. graduation ceremony at St. Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 21, 2008For the Record
Writing stories is our business. Sometimes a story idea just doesn’t pan out.
I would have liked to have given you a story on the benefits Continue »
Income survey next for Jennings
January 17, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — An income survey is the next step to provide water to the Village of Fort Jennings for council members.
Rick Weaver of Poggemeyer Continue »
School board accepts 3 staff retirements
January 16, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — John Klausing will take the helm as president of the Delphos City Schools Board of Education after Monday’s annual organizational meeting.
Deb Gallmeier was Continue »
Wagner would like to add new K-9 to force
January 14, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Ensuring the safety and protection of people and property within the city limits is always the top priority for the Delphos Police Department.
The Continue »
Firefighter, EMS days filled with training
January 14, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Training, training, training.
When they’re not fighting fires and performing other rescue efforts, the Delphos Fire Department and EMS personnel train to make sure Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 14, 2008For the Record
I don't know how it happened. I went into the computer room at 9 o'’clock to write this column and before I knew it, it Continue »
Beck talks immigration to church group
January 9, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Trinity United Methodist Men got the rundown on Allen County Sheriff Dan Beck’s department’s efforts on the illegal immigration issue in the Continue »
Makara secures publishing deal
January 7, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — A local college student will soon see his name in print other than on themes and assignments.
OSU-Lima student Daniel Lane Makara, 19, recently Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 7, 2008For the Record
My mom sends me the most interesting e-mails she passes along from others. I do not know where this e-mail originated from but it is Continue »
On the Other Hand
December 24, 2007For the Record
This is a reprise of one of my favorite columns.
As we visit with relatives and long-lost friends at this holiday season. “Merry Christmas” and “Happy Continue »
Village workers get raise
December 20, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Two Fort Jennings employees will receive a raise at the beginning of 2008.
Police Chief Ethel Vaughn and Maintenance Superintendent Paul Kramer each Continue »
School board tweaks contracts
December 19, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Adjustments were made to administrative personnel contracts at Monday’s school board meeting in Ottoville.
Newly-appointed Superintendent/Elementary Principal Scott Mangas’ contract was changed from 38 Continue »
On the Other Hand
December 17, 2007For the Record
How many times have you heard your or someone else’s parents say, “Do as I say, not as I do?”
What a mixed message. I prefer Continue »
Foundation gives annual gifts
December 13, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Christmas came a little early for 21 organizations in Delphos.
The Arnold C. Dienstberger Foundation gave out $259,000 Tuesday during its annual grant presentation Continue »
Franklin to receive 50 computers
December 12, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Franklin Elementary will receive 50 computers from the Joint Systems Management Center’s Computer Service Corporation today.
Principal Tim Larimore told the school board Monday Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 27, 2007For the Record
Apparently some of you are awaiting some snippet of my honeymoon in Southern California. I had no idea. Sorry.
As you can imagine, there is a Continue »
Water report urges Jennings to build village system
November 22, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — After receiving a much-awaited water supply study from Poggemeyer Design Group of Defiance, Jennings Village Council has numerous choices to make to Continue »
Ottoville looking at ‘land lab’
November 21, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — A portion of the district campus at Ottoville Local Schools may soon become a “land lab” for studying ecology and environmental issues.
A letter Continue »
Postal Museum opens
November 20, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Former Delphos Postmaster Gary Levitt fulfilled his dream of gathering and displaying memorabilia relating to the philatelic aspects of the Holocaust and World Continue »
Group building Microtel in Delphos
November 15, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — After several years of preparation, the newest addition to Delphos will be a Microtel Inn and Suites at 480 Moxie Lane, a quarter-mile Continue »
School board to get raise in 2010
November 14, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — School board members will receive a raise in pay beginning in 2010 after a 3-1 vote in favor of the increase passed at Continue »
Council honors local veterans
November 13, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — A little rain didn’t stop the Delphos Veterans Council from observing Veterans Day Sunday. The ceremony was moved up a half hour Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 12, 2007For the Record
Today’s answers to the Speak Out question were a bit telling. Most people think that the Christmas spirit is forced upon us a bit too Continue »
Gallmeier next Delphos Mayor
November 8, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Councilman-at-Large Michael Gallmeier will be changing hats come January.
Gallmeier has won the vote for Delphos mayor.
“I am just thrilled to become the next Continue »
Incumbents, Martz win council-at-large seats
November 8, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Two incumbents, Dave Eickholt and Kevin Osting, and newcomer Joseph Martz edged out Jerry Neumeier and Todd Altman for three open Delphos council-at-large Continue »
Ottoville voters face school Emergency Levy Renewal
November 1, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Voters in the Ottoville Local Schools District will vote on a 3-mill Emergency Renewal Continue »
Five vie for council seat
October 31, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Five Delphos residents have put their hat in the ring for three open Council-At-Large seats on Delphos Council.
Incumbent Kevin Osting will finish his Continue »
Two to vie for city’s top seat
October 30, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Two experienced candidates have put in their bid for Delphos Mayor.
Current Councilman-At-Large Michael Gallmeier and former councilman and city law director Clayton Osting, Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 29, 2007For the Record
Most of us are no stranger to adversity. We all have to face those obstacles that make reaching the other side worth it. Without resistance, Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 22, 2007For the Record
The thought of attending a seminar on Wednesday nearly sent me into a deep depression.
We’ve all been to one where the speaker was boring, the Continue »
Fall Festival marks 95th year
October 20, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — What do you get when have 3,176 pounds of chicken, 1,090 pounds of beef, 5,280 cookies, 9,600 containers of cole slaw and cranberry Continue »
Jennings still in running for grant
October 18, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS – Mayor Jim Smith will attend a meeting on Thursday in Ottawa to learn if Fort Jennings is in the running for a Continue »
Ottoville closes out school project
October 17, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local Schools have finally severed ties with the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC). The district received the remaining $286,114 from the OSFC/district Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 15, 2007For the Record
I thought I would take this time to catch up a little.
Love the marriage thing. I know we were together for a long time but Continue »
Ambassador Club to visit local businesses
October 11, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The newly-formed Ambassador Club armed themselves with information and a game plan to make sure Delphos businesses have what they need to stay Continue »
ODE taps Franklin ‘School of Promise’
October 10, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Franklin Elementary has been designated a “School of Promise” by the Ohio Department of Education for the 2006-07 school year.
The award notes schools Continue »
Tyrone Vaughan Band to help raise money for firefighters
October 6, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — While on a business trip in Virginia, Kevin and Leslie Looser wandered into The Jewish Mother in Virginia Beach for a break from Continue »
Good Samaritan gifts pumpkins
October 3, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Two-year-old Kierstyn Klaus learned a hard lesson last week. Sometimes people do things that hurt other people.
One day last week, someone stole Continue »
Army buddies reunite after 50 years
October 2, 2007Local News
VAN WERT — Bill Hughes hadn’t seen his Army buddies in more than 50 years. There had been yearly Christmas cards but little other contact Continue »
Strickland gives 5th District candidates boost
October 2, 2007Local News
GLANDORF — Governor Ted Strickland paid a brief visit to Glandorf while touring Northwest Ohio this weekend to assess how everyone was recovering from the Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 1, 2007For the Record
I just read a story online about an illegal alien who had lived in the United States for 11 years, saved $59,000 working as a Continue »
Gomer to celebrate 90th Gymanfa Ganu
September 27, 2007Local News
GOMER — Steeped in Welsh tradition, the burgh of Gomer has celebrated its heritage with song for the past 90 years.
On Oct. 7, Gomer United Continue »
Jennings to seek storm sewer grant
September 20, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Village administrators will be seeking grant money to address the storm sewers in Fort Jennings.
Village council on Tuesday passed a resolution allowing Continue »
Big Green to host soccer tourney
September 19, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local Schools will play host to the Division II Sectional Soccer Tournament Oct. 15, 16, 18 and 20, school board members learned Continue »
Canal Days ’07 draws record crowds
September 18, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — If the capacity crowd at Canal Days this weekend was any indication, the 50th celebration was the biggest draw yet.
Once events began, people Continue »
Toast opens Canal Days
September 15, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — More than 120 people gathered under the Social Tent Thursday for the 50th Canal Days Toast to the City.
Mayor Jerry Neumeier and Delphos Continue »
Miller takes 2007 Canal Days crown
September 11, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Victoria Miller, daughter of Mark and Chris Miller, was crowned the 2007 Canal Days Queen at the annual pageant Sunday at Jefferson Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 10, 2007For the Record
There aren’t too many times you will hear me say I admire a politician. More often than not I feel they are sneaky and conniving Continue »
Parks focus of Eagle Scout projects
September 8, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Once Matt Trentman started in Cub Scouts, he couldn’t imagine life without the organization geared toward making young men self-sufficient.
He made his way Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 4, 2007For the Record
If you read Dave Boninsegna’s account of his family’s trials during the flood in Ottawa, he referred to his life as mirroring that of Job Continue »
Students to pray for unborn
August 30, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The St. John’s “family” will grow by leaps and bounds this school year as students at the high school will be praying for Continue »
Gillmor visits Ottawa to see flood damage
August 27, 2007Local News
OTTAWA — U.S. Congressman Paul Gillmor (R-Tiffin) got a glimpse of what many residents in his Fifth District have been through this past week on Continue »
Wellmann’s scholar program enters 3rd year
August 27, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — After serving on the Delphos City School, Jim Wellmann found that graduation day was one of best parts of the job.
Backstage one commencement Continue »
Kiwanis playground project at $21,000
August 25, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — In just a few short months, the Delphos Kiwanis Club has been able to raise nearly one-third of the funds needed for its Continue »
Heavy rains test new storm sewer in Fort Jennings
August 23, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council members learned how the new storm sewer system installed over the past several years worked after nearly nine inches of rain Continue »
More than 7 inches of rain falls in area
August 22, 2007Local News
After nearly three months of drought-like conditions, the area was deluged with rain Monday and Tuesday morning, causing area streets to flood and waterways to Continue »
On the Other Hand
August 20, 2007For the Record
I can’t believe how fast this summer flew by. In less than 10 days, the kids will be back in school and the first football Continue »
Eagle Print building comes down
August 15, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Downtown Delphos will look a little different in the coming months as revitalization projects are completed.
The old Paper Town building came down Monday Continue »
Jefferson to serve students breakfast
August 15, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Breakfast is the newest item at Delphos City Schools this year. The district will offer the morning meal daily at all four buildings.
Franklin Continue »
Scout putting out welcome mat
August 13, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — While traveling from his rural home south of Delphos, Boy Scout Alex Youngpeter 15, noticed the sign welcoming visitors to Delphos along State Continue »
On the Other Hand
August 13, 2007For the Record
No, I’m not talking about Kermit the Frog. I’m talking ‘going green’ and using recycled materials and being more conscious about the environment and its Continue »
GOP taps Osting
August 11, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The Allen County Republican Party has selected Kevin Osting as Delphos City councilman-at-large to fill the unexpired term of Mark Clement.
Clement was elected Continue »
Problems surface with new Delphos library addition
August 10, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — A few problems have cropped up in the new addition of the Delphos Public Library.
The floor tile in the addition is cracking and Continue »
Second-annual event runs smoothly
August 7, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The second annual Marbletown Festival went off without a hitch Saturday.
New events drew favorable participation and may become standbys for the neighborhood festival, Continue »
On the Other Hand
August 6, 2007For the Record
I hope many of you are going to mosey on down to Marbletown and see what's going on this weekend.
The second annual Marbletown Festival will Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 23, 2007For the Record
There are very few things that have created more controversy than the Iraq War. You will never hear me say or read a comment from Continue »
Parade entries still needed
July 21, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Marbletown committee members are still asking for parade entries for the festival parade scheduled for 2 p.m. Aug. 4. Any organization, group, or Continue »
Jennings to work on roadways, trees
July 19, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Crack sealing of streets, paving and tree removal are in the forefront in Fort Jennings this summer.
Seven streets need crack sealing including Continue »
Board takes first step for emergency levy renewal
July 18, 2007Local News
CLOVERDALE — The Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education approved the first of two resolutions needed to place a Renewal Emergency Levy on the Nov. Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 16, 2007For the Record
We’ve all been there. There’s a group of our friends or acquaintances and they’re talking about someone or getting ready to do something we know Continue »
Parish now offers museum
July 12, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — “History tells us where we’ve been and where we’re going,” Millie Ruen said as she stood among decades-old vestments, photos of First Communion Continue »
Board OKs $11M in appropriations
July 11, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Appropriations of $11,137,973 were approved by the Delphos City Schools Board of Education Monday evening.
The total includes $8,582,248 in General Fund expenditures; $192,000 Continue »
Habitat dedicates home
July 10, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Beth Houseworth and her children are closer than ever to moving into their new Habitat house on Wayne Street.
Habitat and local officials dedicated Continue »
Flores marks 25 years as deacon
July 10, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Immaculate Conception parishioners gathered Sunday to honor a man who has had a spiritual presence in their community for more than 25 years.
Deacon Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 9, 2007For the Record
I’m sure a lot of you saw the tent city in my backyard last weekend. It was the second annual Spencer Fourth of July celebration.
The Continue »
Pilgrimage leads Lauer to Delphos
July 7, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Everyone would like more time to spend with their loved ones and friends. Chris Lauer, 24, of Brainerd, Minn., felt he needed to Continue »
Fourth celebration deemed best yet
July 6, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The weather and the crowd couldn’t have been more perfect for the Fourth of July celebration, according to Kiwanis members Mark Miller and Continue »
School treasurer unsure of effects
June 29, 2007Local News
School board hires three teachers
TMD plant I to close
June 28, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Jack Ruhe, Toledo Molding and Die, Inc., operations manager, has announced the company’s Plant I injection molding facility on Gressel Drive will be Continue »
Optimists roast Sommers
June 22, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The heat wasn’t turned up too high on Bruce Sommers Wednesday evening at the 7th annual Optimist Scholarship Foundation Roast.
Roastmaster Dick Clark said Continue »
Kiwanis spearhead new playground project
June 21, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — While sharing in the country’s independence and local festivities, Fourth of July events’ participants will also be helping to renovate the playground area Continue »
Ottoville to put emergency renewal levy
June 20, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Voters in this school district will see an Emergency Renewal Levy on the ballot in November.
School board members unanimously agreed to start the Continue »
Camp more than just cheering
June 20, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Today is the second day for the Fort Jennings Cheer Camp. Varsity cheerleaders are sharing what they know with their smaller counterparts. Continue »
’07 Relay marks $99,661
June 19, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The Relay for Life of Delphos has less than $400 to go to hit the $100,000 goal set for the fifth annual event.
Forty-one Continue »
Fifth Relay for Life underway
June 17, 2007Local News
By MARY M. GROTHAUSE
and NANCY BRIGGS
DELPHOS — Their names rang out over the community track as they started their victory lap. How long each has Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 17, 2007For the Record
Happy Father’s Day to you all. I hope you dads enjoy your day in the spotlight.
My father has been gone now for nine years. There Continue »
Pair to open new rental hall
June 14, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Attending out-of-town weddings has spurred a local couple to open a rental hall at the former H.E. Power Equipment building on East Fifth Continue »
Trustees counter ECFC offer
June 13, 2007Local News
AMERICAN TOWNSHIP — After more than an hour in executive session Monday evening, American Township trustees have countered the offer extended by the Elida Community Continue »
Relay has something for all
June 11, 2007For the Record
Every day we read and hear stories about how a single person can make an impact on how we think about things or bring awareness Continue »
Gerdeman’s mark 65 years
June 9, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.
Carl Gerdeman, 89, would agree. He and his wife, Alfreda, celebrate 65 Continue »
Clock ticking on new fire department
June 8, 2007Local News
AMERICAN TOWNSHIP — With 23 days left before American Township needs to have a fire department up and running, newly-appointed Fire Chief Tom Hadding and Continue »
Balloon launch to help SIDS research
June 6, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Sudden Infant Death Syndrome claims the lives of almost 3,000 infants a year in the United States. Almost 100 of those deaths occur Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 4, 2007For the Record
As our area graduates are basking in the glow of their accomplishments, let me impart some wisdom I came upon through the “Hard Knocks School Continue »
Altenburger retires as principal
June 2, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Great co-workers, great students and great parents have made the past 18 years as Ottoville High School principal a pleasure for Bill Altenburger.
“I Continue »
Remember those who’ve gone before
May 29, 2007For the Record
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as Continue »
Relay ’07 23 days away
May 24, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The 2007 Relay for Life at Delphos Community Track on June 15 and 16 is just 23 days away.
With 40-plus teams offering food, Continue »
School to buy 20 new computers
May 23, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Twenty new computers for teachers and a new server is on Technology Coordinator Shelly Mumaw’s wish list for next school year at Ottoville.
According Continue »
Volunteers working to restore train depot
May 22, 2007Local News
The Klir family loves history and they love trains. So it was only natural that they have spent the last two years salvaging what was Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 21, 2007For the Record
Will she or won’t she?
That’s the questions preying on all our minds.
Will Paris Hilton spend any time in jail?
A judge sentenced Hilton to 45 days Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 14, 2007For the Record
Mothers. God bless them! What would we do without them?
My mother has been my rock — my voice of reason. She is steadfast and full Continue »
Voters OK renewal
May 10, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City School District voters gave their approval for the 5.5-mill renewal operating levy Tuesday.
The levy passed with 251 for and 116 against Continue »
Kiwanis announce Fourth of July celebration plans
May 9, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Stadium Park will be a bevy of activity on the Fourth of July.
The Delphos Kiwanis laid out their plans for the annual event Continue »
Woman’s credit card number stolen, used
May 8, 2007Local News
This is a story about a local woman whose credit card number was stolen and used to purchase items on the Internet. Her real name Continue »
Giesige gets first pastorate
May 7, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — After spending five years in Delphos caring for the parishioners of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, the Rev. Randy Giesige has been Continue »
Voters to see renewal levy Tuesday
May 5, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — The most important thing Delphos City School Board members and the administration want district voters to know about the 5.5-mill renewal levy they Continue »
Ottoville taps Thorbahn as principal
May 2, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — After reviewing more than 24 applications for a high school principal, one name clearly rose to the top, according to Ottoville Superintendent Larry Continue »
On the Other Hand
April 30, 2007For the Record
You must have been off the planet if you missed the Alec Baldwin cell phone tirade at his daughter last week.
Taken by itself, one would Continue »
Limbhangers host Youth Turkey Shoot, Jakes Day
April 27, 2007Local News
VAN WERT — The Van Wert County Limbhangers chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation saw their largest Jakes Day event ever last weekend at Continue »
Local Girl Scouts earn President’s Award
April 25, 2007Local News
LIMA — All the hard work during the year paid off for local Girl Scouts Monday evening at the Girl Scouts of Appleseed Ridge annual Continue »
On the Other Hand
April 23, 2007For the Record
Whenever I hear the first-responder siren I always say a little prayer that no one is hurt or worse.
I don’t know what I am hoping Continue »
Delphos Fire and Rescue training takes flight
April 21, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — We depend on Delphos Fire and Rescue personnel to fight fires and respond to accidents and medical emergencies.
They need to be prepared for Continue »
EPA nixes plans for new restrooms at park
April 19, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — A proposed project to replace the restrooms at Fort Jennings Park has hit a snag with the Environmental Protection Agency.
According to Mayor Continue »
Students planning Cancer Walk
April 18, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — The Cancer Walk Committee is busy planning the second annual event at the Ottoville High School track.
Cancer survivor and school guidance counselor Mark Continue »
FFA celebrates successful year
April 17, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — FFA members, parents and supporters filled the Jefferson High School gymnasium Sunday evening for the annual FFA banquet.
The organizations accomplishments throughout the year Continue »
On the Other Hand
April 16, 2007For the Record
What parent hasn’t felt a little twinge of jealousy when their child names a famous person who has influenced their life choices.
Be it Michael Jordan Continue »
Price to lead district
April 13, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — After nearly a six-month search, Delphos City Schools Board of Education has named Jeff Price of Dunkirk the new district superintendent.
The current superintendent Continue »
Prosecutor outlines child Internet safety
April 10, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — What are your kids doing on the Internet? Do you know who they are talking to?
Allen County Prosecutor Juergen Waldick says that if Continue »
Youth learn about Squires
April 5, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — More than three dozen Junior Catholic Sons of America from St. John’s attended an informal session in the Little Theatre to learn more Continue »
Members ‘race’ to dinner
April 3, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — More than 140 Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce members and guests enjoyed the 15th annual Robert Gillespie Dinner Saturday at the Knights of Continue »
Water line ready to be run to reservoir
March 26, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Travelers heading north from this municipality along State Route 66 can’t miss the blue piping laid out along the highway.
The more than 14,000 Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 26, 2007Local News
We often step back and take a look at the world around us and say, “Wow. Things have changed.”
Some for the better, others — not Continue »
Ottoville cuts library-media position
March 23, 2007Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education has eliminated another position in the district to trim the cost of education.
The library/media position will be Continue »
Jennings storm sewer project in final stage
March 22, 2007Local News
FORT JENNINGS — A new storm sewer line from Elm Street to the Auglaize River in Fort Jennings is nearing completion.
Contractor Dave Gasser is performing Continue »
Legions holds 71st banquet
March 19, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — Three American Legion members were honored for their longevity in the organization at Saturday’s 71st annual Past Commanders Banquet.
Bill Remlinger and Robert Hohlbein Continue »
Girls Scouting marks 95th year
March 13, 2007Local News
Their cookies fill freezers and the name brings to mind patch-filled vests and roasting marshmallows over a campfire. Delphos Girl Scouts would like to change everyone’s mind of what a Girl Scout means.
On the Other Hand
March 12, 2007For the Record
“The Secret” is everywhere. Oprah knows “The Secret.” Larry King knows “The Secret.” Millions of people know “The Secret.”
Rotary names park concert series lineup
March 9, 2007Local News
The Delphos Rotary Club is pleased to announce the second annual Music in the Park concert series coming up this summer.
Contents of elementary in Converse on auction block
March 9, 2007Local News
The Jennings School in the little village of Converse will be filled with bargain hunters at 9:30 a.m. today as the Spencerville School District auctions the contents of the 76-year-old facility.
Work starts on Habitat property
March 8, 2007Local News
Work has begun on the site of Delphos’ first Habitat for Humanity house at 723 Wayne St.
Delphos reservoir filling up
March 7, 2007Local News
This community reached a milestone Wednesday morning when Mayor Jerry Neuemeier, Water Superintendent Tim Williams and Council President Bob Ulm flipped the switch allowing water from the Little Auglaize River to flow into the Tri-County Upground Water Supply reservoir on Shenk Road.
On The Other Hand
March 5, 2007For the Record
What tragedy the Bluffton University bus crash was. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved.
Library to move to old school
March 1, 2007Local News
The library, which has been housed in Memorial Hall on Water Street for the past 20 years, will be moving to the old Fort Jennings High School band room just down the street this spring.
Board OKs upgrades to athletic complex
February 27, 2007Local News
The school board here approved a project by the Big Green Athletic Boosters to install softball and baseball diamonds at the school’s athletic complex Monday evening, pending the group’s approval of the project at its Wednesday meeting.
On the Other Hand
February 26, 2007For the Record
We almost had Anna Nicole buried. But no, her mom filed an appeal and her body is still in Florida, decaying as we speak.
Exchange students looking for hosts
February 26, 2007Local News
It’s time again for local residents to open their homes and hearts to a German exchange student. Seven hopeful students have written letters explaining why they would like to come to America.
On the Other Hand
February 19, 2007For the Record
Very few times in my life have I seen a celebrity story take over the news media like Anna Nicole Smith’s untimely death and the quest for who is the father of her infant daughter, Dannielynn.
Scouts mark 100 years
February 12, 2007Local News
Delphos Cub Scouts marked the 100th anniversary of Scouting with 31 of the 58 Scouts making rank advancements at the annual Cub Scouts Blue and Gold Banquet Sunday evening at St. John’s Annex.
On the Other Hand
February 12, 2007For the Record
Boy Scout Promise
On my honor, I will do my best
To do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law;
To help Continue »
Board to review superintendent hopefuls
February 12, 2007Local News
School board members will meet in executive session at 6 p.m. Feb. 20 to review applications for a new superintendent.
Cancer rates in area ‘expected’
February 9, 2007For the Record
The information in the graphs and the thrust behind this article came from the diligent research and inquiries of Delphos resident and lymphoma survivor Josie Continue »
Brrrrrr - It’s cold outside
February 6, 2007Local News
It’s cold outside and there are some things residents should know to stay safe and warm.
On the Other Hand
February 5, 2007For the Record
I’m sure you’ve all heard the statistics from your TV and radio this week as the big game approached. Super Bowl Sunday is second behind only Thanksgiving in the food-consumption category. The much-awaited day by NFL football fans across the nation is also ranked near the top in domestic violence cases reported and the most costly to employers across the country due to no-shows and poor performance by the ones who do on Monday.
On the Other Hand
January 29, 2007Opinion
Some weeks are definitely better than others. I visited the funeral home twice in five days.
On the Other Hand
January 22, 2007Opinion
As you read this, my mother and I will be on our way to London to see Cameron.
Even though this is far from our first Continue »
Christmas Project still growing
January 18, 2007Local News
The community once again pulled together this past holiday season and helped all the children in the Delphos City School District have a good Christmas.
Levy approved for May 8 ballot
January 10, 2007Local News
DELPHOS — District voters will see a 5.5-mill, operating levy for Delphos City Schools on the May 8 ballot.
The school board approved placing the levy Continue »
Library board enacts new behavioral policy
January 10, 2007Local News
Unruly library patrons may find themselves on the outside looking in after the Delphos Public Library Board of Trustees enacted a behavioral policy at Wednesday’s meeting.
Few meet to give input for new super
January 9, 2007Local News
Turnout was light for the public input meeting on choosing a new superintendent for Delphos City Schools Tuesday at Jefferson High School cafeteria.
On the Other Hand
January 8, 2007Opinion
It’s time to take down the Christmas decorations. It’s not nearly as fun to pack them all away as it is to get them out and place them just so. Go figure.
On the Other Hand
January 5, 2007Opinion
While toodling around on the Internet, I came upon a news article about the Japanese and how their fastidious attention to cleanliness has fostered some rather interesting commode inventions.