Students use UK course to earn Honors Diploma
March 19, 2010Local News
OTTOVILLE — Students here will have an opportunity to fulfill one of eight requirements for an Honors Diploma through the University of Kentucky.
According to Superintendent Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 15, 2010For the Record
I’ve fought it. I’ve tried to avoid it and failed. I have spring fever.
After months of scraping my windshield, clomping around in boots and trying Continue »
School board accepts retirement notices
March 10, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City Schools Board of Education addressed a light agenda Monday evening, accepting the resignations of two long-time teachers.
Franklin Elementary first-grade teacher Sandy Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 8, 2010For the Record
There have been quite a few references to the Farmers Almanac recently.
Seems there’s a bad snowstorm on the horizon according to the annual compilation of Continue »
Allen County Cattlemen crown royalty
March 2, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — The Allen County Cattlemen presented its Distinguished Service Award, passed out seven scholarships and named its 2010 royalty for the Allen County Fair.
President Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 2, 2010For the Record
We all watched in horror as the trainer in Florida was drowned by one of her beloved charges.
As soon as it hit the airwaves, those Continue »
City to offer farm land for lease
February 25, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — City council addressed a light agenda Tuesday evening.
Council heard on first reading an ordinance to apply for Community Development Block Grant funds for Continue »
I Relay for those who came after
February 22, 2010For the Record
BY NANCY SPENCER
Try as I might, I can’t think of anyone I know who has not been touched by cancer in some way.
I Relay for Continue »
Ottoville plans to host county science fair
February 20, 2010Local News
OTTOVILLE — For the second year in a row, Ottoville High School will host the Putnam County Science Fair, school board members learned Wednesday.
Ottoville students Continue »
Jennings awards street paving bid
February 18, 2010Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Fort Jennings Village Council still has an open seat to be filled. Longtime council member Penny Gerdeman has vacated her seat due Continue »
On the Other Hand
February 15, 2010For the Record
Cameron turned 24 on Thursday. It was his fifth birthday while incarcerated. I have hope it will be his last spent in such conditions.
He was Continue »
Scouts honored for good deeds at annual banquet
February 9, 2010Local News
DELPHOS —Delphos Cub Scouts Pack 42 celebrated 60 years of scouting at the annual Blue and Gold Banquet Sunday at St. John’s Annex.
Guests, scouts, leaders Continue »
Safety service director gives reminders about snow removal issues
February 9, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — City workers spent more than 200 hours on snow removal this past weekend and are bracing for more as reports indicate the area Continue »
On the Other Hand
February 7, 2010For the Record
By now, most if not all know I’m a dog lover. An animal lover all around, really. There are a few that creep me out Continue »
‘Packages for Troops’ gets more funding
February 3, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos Knights of Columbus began its “Packages for Troops” project almost two years ago. The group collected items for military men and Continue »
Super, board: income tax more fair
February 3, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — Board of Education members here met in special session Monday to approve a resolution requesting the Ohio Department of Taxation commissioner to estimate Continue »
City to seek grant for park sidewalks
January 28, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City Council passed several pieces of legislation on emergency measure during Tuesday’s regular meeting.
The first two will allow Safety Service Director Greg Continue »
Fronk receives OES Life Membership
January 26, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos Chapter, Order of Eastern Star member Oleta Fronk was honored with the chapter’s first-ever Life Member award and Secretary Emeritus award Sunday Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 25, 2010For the Record
Many of us have friends that represent different aspects of ourselves. Some are a compliment to our own way of thinking and some have the Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 18, 2010For the Record
They say money can’t buy you love or happiness (perhaps a few grins and giggles, though). A very sound principle. However, for the hundreds of Continue »
School board addresses annual issues
January 15, 2010Local News
OTTOVILLE — Two new school board members and returning board president Kevin Landin were sworn in Wednesday to the Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education Continue »
School board to place income tax on ballot
January 13, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City School District voters will see a 1 percent Earned Income Permanent Operating Expense Levy on the May 4 Primary Ballot.
Superintendent Jeff Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 11, 2010For the Record
It’s time to take down the Christmas decorations. Well, OK, it’s been time for a little while now, I’m just being resistant.
It’s not nearly as Continue »
Utilities chair clears slate for new leader
January 7, 2010Local News
DELPHOS — Utilities Committee Chairman Jim Knebel presented several items for clarification at Tuesday’s meeting.
Knebel, who will no longer be the chairman of the committee Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 4, 2010For the Record
I often abstain from making a New Year’s resolution because they are so hard to keep and everyone seems way too interested in other people’s Continue »
One of the lucky ones
December 21, 2009For the Record
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 »
Grant secures 2nd playground project
December 18, 2009Local News
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 »
Fort Jennings writes final check for storm sewer project
December 17, 2009Local News
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 »
School board OKs treasurer’s contract
December 16, 2009Local News
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 »
Chef to take over Landeck Tavern
December 15, 2009Local News
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 »
Sniff, sniff, achoo — sigh
December 14, 2009Local News
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 »
Foundation doles out $280,0000
December 10, 2009Local News
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 »
Business Journal inducts ‘20 Under 40’
December 3, 2009Local News
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 »
Ottoville probes gas odor
November 25, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — The Village of Ottoville continues to investigate a gasoline odor in the east-west alley between Niedecken Insurance Agency and Millie’s Bar on Main Continue »
Vendors save Ladies Club holiday show
November 24, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — For decades, the Delphos Ladies Club has offered its Holiday Craft Show the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Due to declining participation and attendance over Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 23, 2009For the Record
Over the next week or so, you - the people of Delphos - will decide who fills the role of parade marshal for the Hometown Continue »
Jennings OKs tree projects
November 19, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Jester’s Roving Players and owners of The Fort restaurant were honored Tuesday evening by Fort Jennings Police Chief Ethel Vaughn for their Continue »
Board OKs administrative contracts
November 18, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — Superintendent/Elementary Principal Scott Mangas, High School Principal Jon Thorbahn and Treasurer Bob Weber all received 5-year contracts at Monday’s Ottoville School Board meeting.
Mangas Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 16, 2009For the Record
I am not going to let this Thanksgiving thing go. It truly upsets me that it is quickly becoming a forgotten holiday.
I have many things Continue »
Destressing can start with little changes
November 14, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Sami (Ralston) Kennedy’s grandfather once told her, “90 percent of what we worry about never happens and the other 10 percent is out Continue »
Team to assist district after levy failure
November 11, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Members of the Delphos City Schools 5-Year Strategic Plan Finance Team will be enlisted to assist school board members in closing a $200,000 Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 10, 2009For the Record
Where has the year gone?
It’s already November and I’ve scraped my windshield twice.
To many people’s surprise, we’ve already had two — count them — two Continue »
Christmas Project kicks off season with Angel Trees
November 6, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — With the precarious economy and high jobless rate, the needs to be met by the Delphos Community Christmas Project will be greater than ever Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 2, 2009For the Record
Well, here it is, All Hollow’s Eve. As we speak, I am pretending to hold a cape in front of my face and laughing like Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 26, 2009For the Record
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 »
Wife: doctors save husband’s life twice
October 24, 2009Local News
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 »
Jennings ordinances codified
October 22, 2009Local News
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 »
Few attend city school’s levy meeting
October 21, 2009Local News
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 »
District sets community levy meeting
October 14, 2009Local News
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 »
Delphos family wins statewide ‘Family Of The Year Award’
October 13, 2009Local News
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 »
On the Other Hand
October 12, 2009For the Record
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 »
German visitors arrive on Oct. 17
October 7, 2009Local News
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 »
On the Other Hand
September 28, 2009For the Record
I have lived in the same home nearly all my life.
The far north end of Main Street hasn’t changed much if you drive down the Continue »
2009 Canal Days draws record crowds
September 22, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — With record attendance at many events this past weekend, the 2009 Canal Days celebration brought thousands of people to downtown Delphos.
All events ran Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 21, 2009For the Record
It’s Canal Days weekend and I couldn’t be more excited.
The Battle was great fun! If you missed it, make sure to catch it next year. Continue »
Canal Days begins tonight with ‘Toast’
September 18, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The 2009 Canal Days celebration will kick-off tonight with the annual “Toast to the City” at 6 p.m. in the Social Tent on Continue »
Jennings receives Issue 2 Grant money
September 17, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Mayor Jim Smith announced at Tuesday’s meeting the village has received a $70,805 Issue 2 Grant for grinding and paving work on Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 8, 2009For the Record
Well. Here it is. The last hurrah of the summer. Labor Day.
My sister and her hubby are flying in from Atlanta today. It will be Continue »
On the Other Hand
August 30, 2009For the Record
My dad has been gone for a long 11 years or 11 short years; depends on how you look at it.
Sometimes it seems like yesterday Continue »
Artist Velasquez giving Best One old-time look
August 28, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Oscar Velasquez has left his mark in many area towns with murals that depict life from another time.
The artist has started a new Continue »
On the Other Hand
August 24, 2009For 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 »
Fourth event bigger and better
August 4, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Volunteers, volunteers, volunteers. That’s what made this year’s Marbletown Festival such a success this year, according to many committee members.
“Everything just went so Continue »
Friends rally around Mills after MD diagnosis
July 27, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — It all started when she was recovering from knee-replacement surgery. Tina Mills’ big toe on the good leg just wasn’t right. Soon the Continue »
Teman ‘Mayor of Marbletown’
July 25, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Susie Teman will serve as mayor of Marbletown for the upcoming festival that begins on July 31 with the Little Miss Marbletown Pageant Continue »
Bagworms back on trees
July 24, 2009Local News
Bagworms are back and residents have only a few options to get rid of the destructive insect.
According to Jim Mox of Mox Nursery, once the Continue »
Delphos schools consider replacement levy
July 24, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Following a 2-hour executive session of the Delphos City Schools Board of Education Wednesday, Superintendent Jeff Price was given permission to seek information Continue »
Streets to be sealed in village; Motor Madness Weekend coming
July 23, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Residents in Fort Jennings will need to find alternative routes during a street sealant project in the village this week. Work will Continue »
Ottoville readying for new school year
July 22, 2009Local News
CLOVERDALE — Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education addressed a light agenda in regular session Monday at St. Barbara Parish in Cloverdale. The board historically Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 20, 2009For the Record
I’m one of those silly pet owners that give their animals voices and other human qualities they don’t naturally possess. I can’t help it. I Continue »
District makes history on Report Card
July 15, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos City Schools will make history in August when the official Ohio Department of Education Report Card results are released. Superintendent Jeff Continue »
Mushroom Plant goes up in flames
July 14, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Ed Klima had intended for the old Delphos Mushroom Plant to come down; just not the way it happened.
Klima and family and friends Continue »
State OKs park shelterhouse plans
July 11, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Marbletown Festival Committee members received good news during Thursday’s meeting. Bob Ulm relayed the plans for the shelterhouse to be built at Garfield Continue »
Rain dampens little at 4th celebration
July 7, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Despite little cooperation from Mother Nature, the Kiwanis Fourth of July Celebration was still dubbed a success.
“Our crowd did thin out a little Continue »
Club, volunteers pour pad for bleachers
July 3, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos Stadium Club and numerous volunteers have nearly completed Phase I of the stadium renovation at Stadium Park.
Drainage and irrigation systems have Continue »
Board awards bid for Franklin work
June 30, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City School Board members met in special session Monday evening to award the bid for work on the Franklin Elementary building.
Mullenkamp Building Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 29, 2009For the Record
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and I’m so excited.
It seems to just get better every year.
The weather gods have smiled upon Continue »
Teman in lead for Marbletown Mayor
June 27, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Plan are shaping up for the fourth annual Marbletown Festival.
The event will be a 2-day affair with the crowning of Little Miss Marbletown Continue »
227 sign up for CPS3 at Relay
June 23, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Few Delphos Relay for Life events have drawn a crowd like the first event in 2003. However, this weekend’s gathering rivaled that during Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 22, 2009For the Record
There are many reasons why I participate in the Relay for Life. The first and most important is because I truly believe that research is Continue »
Jennings hoping to cash in on stimulus dollars
June 18, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — The village of Fort Jennings hopes to cash in on additional federal stimulus dollars through an Ohio Public Works grant.
Mayor Jim Smith Continue »
School still waiting on governor’s budget
June 17, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local Schools will continue to receive their insurance for property, fleet and liability through the Schools of Ohio Risk Sharing Authority (SORSA) Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 15, 2009For the Record
Today marks the first canal cleanup of the year.
Men, women and children alike will put on their work clothes, gloves and boots and pull just Continue »
Kimmet promoted to sergeant
June 13, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Patrolman Ryan Kimmet was promoted to sergeant Thursday afternoon to fill the position left by now-Delphos Police Chief Kyle Fittro.
Mayor Mike Gallmeier swore Continue »
Library to drop one genealogy program
June 12, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Genealogy buffs will only have one computer program for research at the Delphos Public Library as of July 1.
Board members on Monday agreed Continue »
11 to compete for Canal Days Queen
June 12, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Eleven junior and senior girls from Jefferson and St. John’s high schools will compete for the title of 2009 Canal Days Queen on Continue »
Mothers of multiples meet
June 10, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — There is always a little trepidation when families bring home that little bundle of joy. Multiply that by 2, 3 and sometimes 4 Continue »
District trims 2 teachers, honors athletes
June 10, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — School board members trimmed two positions for the 2009-10 school year as discussed at the May meeting.
Middle school computer science and a high Continue »
Kiwanis, parks dept. plan 4th of July events
June 3, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos City Parks and Recreation Board, along with the Delphos Kiwanis, have announced plans for the upcoming Fourth of July celebration.
The two-day Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 1, 2009For 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 »
BMV closing could be a ‘done deal
May 30, 2009Local News
By NANCY SPENCER
The Delphos Herald
DELPHOS — The upcoming closure of the Delphos Bureau of Motor Vehicles came as a surprise to many. City officials were Continue »
Hanser laying down ‘pen’ after 30 years
May 29, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — For one local educator, teaching was never just an option — it was the only option.After earning her bachelor’s degree in education from Continue »
Hirns to explore America in RV
May 26, 2009Local News
DELPHOS – Long before “The Bucket List” hit theaters, adventurers in mind and spirit have made that list of items they would like to accomplish Continue »
School board trims FY 2010 budget $137K
May 22, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — In light of a shortfall of $235,000 in the Delphos City School District’s budget for Fiscal Year 2010, school board members met in Continue »
Sewer relief project winding down
May 21, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Village Council addressed a light agenda Tuesday evening.
Fifth Street Sewer Relief Project Manager Dave Gasser reported the project is on schedule with Continue »
Ottoville School Board drops PI Levy
May 20, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — True to its word, the Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education passed a resolution Monday evening to not seek renewal of a 1.7-mill Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 18, 2009For 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 »
Knippens spared in Chrysler dealership cuts
May 16, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Chrysler LLC says it is seeking to close about a quarter of its 3,200 U.S. dealerships by early next month, saying the network Continue »
Voters pass both city school levies
May 7, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Voters here voiced their approval of a 5.5-mill 5-year Operating Expenses Renewal Levy and a 2.25-mill, 5-year Permanent Improvement Renewal Levy for Delphos Continue »
NAWIC women put skills to use on Habitat home
May 5, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Move over guys, the women are here and they have hammers.
The Lima-area chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction lent their Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 4, 2009For the Record
Again I have been reading random e-mails that pop into my account. Here is one that caught my eye and I thought I would share Continue »
Fischer retires after 45 years plumbing
May 4, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Plumbing and Heating is all Jim Fischer has known.
On Friday, the co-owner of Fischer Plumbing and Heating on State Street put down his Continue »
Kenyan missionary to speak at Trinity UMC
May 2, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Missionary Pastor Benard Ondiek of Wachara, Kenya, will be the guest speaker at 7 p.m. Monday at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Pastor Ondiek has Continue »
Health Dept. keeping an eye on swine flu developments
April 29, 2009Local News
“This is a relatively ‘new’ virus to us in this day and age. The fact that we have no immunity built up against it is what raises alarm throughout the world.” — Becky Dershem, director of nursing, Allen County Health Department
On the Other Hand
April 27, 2009For the Record
Most parents have high hopes for the children. A college education, a good job and the list goes on. We picture them with homes and Continue »
Storm sewer project on track
April 23, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council members heard from Fifth Street Sewer Relief Project Manager Dave Gasser Tuesday evening during regular session.
Gasser is overseeing the installation of Continue »
Ottoville trims teaching positions
April 22, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — The teaching staff at Ottoville Local Schools will be two smaller in the upcoming school year.
School board members approved the reduction in staff Continue »
Legion holds annual banquet
April 21, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Past American Legion Post 268 commanders and auxiliary presidents were honored Saturday at the 73rd annual Past Commanders-Past Presidents Banquet held at the Continue »
On the Other Hand
April 20, 2009For the Record
Well, now I’m sure. Spring is here.
You know how I know?
I spent the early evening hours of Friday out and about in the neighborhood.
The little Continue »
Franklin building will require more work
April 15, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Franklin Elementary will be under repair again this summer.
Nolan Miller of LJB Inc., of Lima reported to school board members Monday evening that Continue »
Canal Days Committee meets to plan 2009 event
April 10, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Canal Days Core and Activity committees members met Wednesday at the Senate to begin planning for this year’s celebration Sept. 17-20.
The Toast to Continue »
On the other hand
April 6, 2009For the Record
When the government bailed out the banks the first time, I thought, “Hmmm. Maybe it’s necessary. After all, we can’t have some of our Continue »
Marbletown Festival funds seed money for shelterhouse
April 4, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Marbletown Festival proceeds from 2008 will be used for seed money for a shelterhouse at Garfield Park.
Bob Ulm presented plans at Thursday’s meeting Continue »
Delphos Chamber honors investors
March 31, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Adam Wiltsie of Vanamatic Company is the new Delphos Area Chamber of Commerce Board president.
Wiltsie took the helm of the organization Saturday during Continue »
Local Habitat for Humanity breaks ground for 4th home
March 24, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Ground was broken Sunday afternoon for the fourth Habitat for Humanity House at 709 W. Wayne Street.
Carla Lanteigne and her children, Cierra Decker, Continue »
Kiwanis start new playground project
March 21, 2009Local News
By NANCY SPENCER
The Delphos Herald
DELPHOS — The mission of Kiwanis International is “serving the children of the world.”
In fulfilling that mission, the members of the Continue »
Jennings storm sewer project underway
March 19, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council addressed a light agenda Tuesday evening, hearing an update on the Fifth Street Storm Sewer Relief Project underway in the village.
Maintenance Continue »
Ottoville’s Consumer Science part of Vantage
March 18, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville has joined other school districts in using Vantage Career Center’s plumper state fund to manage certain areas of education.
At Monday’s meeting, the Continue »
City schools approve strategic plan
March 12, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — After more than five months of meetings and preparation, the Delphos City Schools Board of Education approved a 12-page 5-Year Comprehensive Strategic Plan Continue »
Ottawa homes, businesses flood - again
March 11, 2009Local News
OTTAWA — Scattered thunderstorms moved across Ottawa today and residents raced to pile sandbags in front of homes and storefronts in the midst of the Continue »
On the Other Hand
March 9, 2009For the Record
They say you never know what you have until its gone.
That is sooooo true.
In the two seeks that my Loony Tunes quoting partner in crime Continue »
Delphos rescue personnel receive Foss award
March 9, 2009Local News
By NANCY SPENCER
The Delphos Herald
DELPHOS — Rescue personnel are trained to save lives. It’s what they do.
Thanksgiving weekend 2008, 26 of Delphos’ finest put that Continue »
Who will be mayor of Marbletown?
March 7, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Let the campaigns begin!
Marbletown Festival Committee members are looking for the Mayor of Marbletown.
Former and current Marbletown residents must turn in their intent Continue »
Change is good, isn’t it?
March 3, 2009For the Record
There’s been a lot of changes at the Delphos Herald in the past month.
I’m sure you’ve noticed a few things off here and there. Continue »
Council freezes ’09 water, sewer rates
February 26, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — City Council passed on emergency measure, a moratorium on a water and sewer Consumer Price Index increase of .1 percent Tuesday in regular Continue »
Budgeting never hurts
February 24, 2009Local News
This is a reprisal of a column I wrote in 2006. I am missing my mother who is in Atlanta at the “other” sister’s house enjoying a Continue »
Jennings storm sewer project set to begin next week
February 19, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Village council here addressed a light agenda Tuesday evening, approving Dave Gasser as village inspector/supervisor for the Fifth Street Storm Sewer Relief Continue »
Ottoville board approves pay freezes
February 18, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — A pay freeze for this school year for certificated, non-certificated and administration at Ottoville Local Schools was made official at Monday’s meeting.
School board Continue »
On the Other Hand
February 16, 2009For the Record
Happy Valentine’s Day everyone.
Hope everyone made it through Friday the 13th OK.
I even poked the tiger a little and went to see Friday the 13th Continue »
Delphos teen wins Ohio Has Talent!
February 11, 2009Local News
VAN WERT — Lack of confidence has not been a problem for Jefferson High School senior Dustin Long. With little urging, the teen will burst Continue »
Voters to see two renewal levies
February 11, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — School board members here passed the final measures Monday to place a 5.5-mill 5-year Operating Expenses Renewal Levy and a 2.25-mill 5-year Permanent Continue »
Think of the alternative
February 11, 2009For the Record
There doesn’t seem to be a lot to be cheerful about lately.
The economy is in the tank, unemployment is at an all-time high, people continue Continue »
Delphos Pack 42 earns Quality Unit Award
February 11, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Cub Scout Pack 42 celebrated 59 chartered years with St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church Sunday during the annual Blue and Gold Banquet Continue »
Photo calendar, quilt fundraisers for festival
February 7, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — Marbletown Festival Committee members will start creating a 12-month 2010 calendar to offer as a keepsake at the fourth annual festival Aug. 1.
Pictures Continue »
‘Operation Troop Support’ a success
February 6, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — “Operation Troop Support” was the brainchild of Delphos Knights of Columbus member Jerry Backus.
Nearly two years later, the project exceeded all of Backus’ Continue »
Voters OK Ottoville Schools income tax
February 5, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local School District residents have finally put their stamp of approval on a .75 percent income tax for the school. The measure Continue »
Watch out, the last step is a doozy
February 3, 2009Local News
I have to tell you, we did not enjoy hearing about the OSU-Extension situation in Allen County.
A program that has helped thousands of kids countywide Continue »
Déjà vu for Ottoville School District voters
February 3, 2009Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local School District residents may have a sense of déjà vu Tuesday when they see a .75 percent continuing income tax on Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 26, 2009For the Record
by N. Spencer
nspencer@delphosherald.com
As I sat and pondered what I was going to write about this week, only a couple of things were in Continue »
Not all engineers drive trains
January 26, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — St. John’s Elementary second-graders learned that “not all engineers drive trains” Friday afternoon during a visit from Allen County Engineers Don Meyer and Continue »
Jennings sewer relief project to start Feb. 23
January 22, 2009Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Ron Saum will lease 34 acres of farmland for $152 per acre from Fort Jennings Village for the next three years.
Eight bids Continue »
Christmas project serves record number of people
January 21, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — A shrinking economy, fading jobs and rising prices hit everyone hard this past year. The Delphos Community Christmas Project was no different.
With a Continue »
On the Other Hand
January 19, 2009Local News
I find it hard to imagine that it is colder somewhere else right now than it is here. I don’t know how many of you Continue »
Girl Scouts eye Silver Award
January 14, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The Bronze, Silver and Gold awards are the highest honors that can be earned by a Girl Scout.
Members of Delphos Girl Scout Troop Continue »
City schools approve renewal levies
January 14, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — School board members here took the first steps Monday evening to place the 5.5-mill Operation Levy renewal and 2.25-mill Permanent Improvement Levy renewal Continue »
Just when you think …
January 11, 2009Local News
Well, it didn’t take long for the winter blahs to set in.
I’ve been calling The Herald “The Infirmary” this week. If someone hasn’t been sick Continue »
CIC offers revolving loan
January 8, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) met in regular session on Tuesday to elect officers and discuss a revolving loan program and an Continue »
Freund quietly cares for others
January 1, 2009Local News
DELPHOS — The Gospel of Matthew 6: 1-4 reads: ”Be careful not to do your ‘acts of righteousness’ before men, to be seen by them. Continue »
Krendl to amuse and amaze Saturday
December 24, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Paul Krendl became fascinated with magic at the age of 10. By 12, he was performing at McDonald’s in Delphos for birthday parties.
Soon Continue »
On the Other Hand
December 22, 2008For the Record
As we visit with relatives and long-lost friends this holiday season, “Merry Christmas” and “Happy New Year” will ring in our ears for days, perhaps Continue »
Jennings sewer project on hold for easement
December 18, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council tabled awarding the bid for an upcoming Fifth Street Sewer Relief Project in Fort Jennings this month at Tuesday’s meeting.
The village Continue »
Ottoville to drop PI Levy if income tax passes
December 17, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — There may be a bit of good news for Ottoville Local School District voters.
School board members agreed Monday to have a motion placed Continue »
Council OKs hourly, salary raises, ’09 budget
December 11, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Hourly and salaried Delphos City employees will see a 2.85 percent pay raise for 2009 after Delphos City Council passed the measures Tuesday Continue »
Dienstberger Foundation gives away $275,000 Tuesday
December 11, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Dienstberger Foundation played Santa Tuesday evening, giving out $275,000 to 19 of the 40 groups that requested money.
This year’s gifts bring the Continue »
City workers battle water main break
December 10, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — City employees spent the better part of Saturday trying to stem a water main break under East Fifth Street.
The city was alerted to Continue »
On the Other Hand
December 8, 2008Local News
As I tried to use my stiff and numb fingers to dig my keys out of my pocket and head home after the Hometown Christmas Continue »
Homemade noodles staple at annual bazaar
December 2, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — For the past 26 years, Grace Jones has been the driving force behind noodle-making for the annual Trinity United Methodist Church Christmas Bazaar.
Jones Continue »
On the Other Hand
December 2, 2008Local News
The Thanksgiving leftovers are put away, the mountains of dishes washed, the football games taken in and the dog is snoring contentedly on the couch.
Another Continue »
On the Other Hand
December 1, 2008For the Record
The Thanksgiving leftovers are put away, the mountains of dishes washed, the football games taken in and the dog is snoring contentedly on the couch.
Another Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 24, 2008For the Record
At the Business After Hours Tuesday, when everyone introduced themselves they were also asked to tell what they were thankful for.
The usual answers followed such Continue »
Village to award storm sewer
November 20, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Council will award the bid for an upcoming Fifth Street Sewer Relief Project in Fort Jennings in December.
Bids were received from eight Continue »
Ottoville to cut bus route, driver
November 19, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — Some students and parents of Ottoville Local Schools will have to adjust their morning schedule after Christmas break when a bus driver and Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 17, 2008For the Record
We are finally seeing a little light at the end of the tunnel.
We have been working on my in-laws home for nearly two months trying Continue »
Landeck prepares for kraut supper
November 14, 2008Local News
LANDECK — Parishioners here are gearing up for the annual Landeck Sausage and Sauerkraut Supper set Sunday in the basement of St. John the Baptist Continue »
School board, administration to address pictures
November 12, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City Schools will aggressively address the problem of students sending questionable photos of themselves to other students.
During the school board’s Monday meeting, Continue »
On the Other Hand
November 10, 2008For the Record
Is that the telephone? No. Well, isn’t that a pleasant surprise.
I’m sure you, like many across the nation, received numerous, and I’m being generous with Continue »
Income tax to reappear on Ottoville’s ballot
November 10, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local School District residents will again see a .75 percent continuing income tax on the Feb. 3 special election ballot.
The measure failed Continue »
Christmas Project gearing up for record year of need
November 8, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — With the precarious economy and high jobless rate, the needs to be met by the Delphos Community Christmas Club will be greater than Continue »
Ottoville Schools income tax fails
November 6, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — Officials at Ottoville Local Schools are disappointed a .75 percent continuing income tax on Tuesday’s ballot failed.
When asked what might be cut from Continue »
St. John’s blesses new center
November 4, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Nearly 50 parishioners gathered at St. John the Evangelist Parish Ministry Center at the corner of Pierce and Second streets Saturday after Mass Continue »
Crish in ring for county sheriff
November 3, 2008Local News
Sam Crish’s name will appear with Steve Hoverman’s on Tuesday’s ballot for Allen County Sheriff.
Crish is a former major with the Investigative Division of the Continue »
Ottoville School District voters to see income tax
October 30, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville Local School District residents will see a .75 percent continuing income tax on the Nov. 4 ballot.
The earned income tax will generate Continue »
Water Williams’ passion
October 24, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Water is something most people take for granted; turn on the faucet and there it is. Most don’t think of how it got Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 20, 2008For the Record
For the past several weeks, my husband and I have been working at his parents’ home to make the place ready for his dad, who Continue »
District residents question income tax
October 17, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — More than 20 concerned Ottoville Local School District residents and parents attended an informational meeting Wednesday to learn more about the proposed .75 Continue »
Larimore to retire at end of school year
October 15, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City School Board members will need to find a new Franklin Elementary principal before the end of this school year after veteran Continue »
On the Other Hand
October 6, 2008For the Record
Most of you may have noticed the increase in the amount of reports we are receiving and publishing from the police department.
Sgt. Kyle Fittro has Continue »
Groups form for strategic plan for city schools
October 1, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — More than 50 people gathered at Jefferson Middle School auditorium Monday evening to put in motion the infrastructure to form a comprehensive strategic Continue »
Landeck Foresters celebrate 100 years
September 30, 2008Local News
LANDECK — The Landeck Foresters celebrated 100 years on Sunday with a brunch to help raise funds for scholarships for members’ children.
The group was originally Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 29, 2008For the Record
Le heave, le sigh! Canal Days is over and that’s a sure sign that winter can’t be far behind.
I had a good feeling about this Continue »
Landeck Foresters 100
September 25, 2008Local News
LANDECK — The Landeck Foresters, formerly the Landeck Catholic Knights of Ohio, Branch 76, are celebrating 100 years this month.
The group was originally chartered as Continue »
Third Habitat Home under construction
September 24, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — A third Habitat for Humanity Home is under construction in Delphos.
The four-bedroom, 1,280-square-foot home will be owned by Shane and Ashley Harter; their Continue »
Canal Days sets record for attendance
September 23, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — It was a weekend for the record books.
Record crowds, record sales in the social tent and a record number of entries in the Continue »
Nearly 300 ‘toast’ city for Canal Days
September 20, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Nearly 300 people raised a glass to Delphos at the 2nd annual “Toast the City” event that kicks off Canal Days.
Canal Days Queen Continue »
100-year-old cider press at Canal Days
September 20, 2008Sports
DELPHOS — Canal Days-goers will be in for a treat Saturday and Sunday; fresh apple cider pressed before their eyes.
Raymond Pruden of Pruden’s Orchard in Continue »
Jennings to bid out storm sewer project
September 18, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Village council is putting its ducks in a row to bid out its Fifth Street Storm Sewer Relief Project the first of Continue »
School board sets community levy meetings
September 17, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — School district residents here will soon be seeing billboards for a .75 percent continuing income tax that will appear on November’s Presidential Election Continue »
Waldick 2008 Canal Days Queen
September 16, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Kaia Waldick, Jefferson senior, was crowned the 2008 Canal Days Queen Sunday evening at Jefferson Middle School auditorium.
She is the daughter of Juergen Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 15, 2008Local News
Unless you’ve been off the planet, you know that Hurricane Ike is likely to wipe some places off the planet.
Reporters are huddled by flood walls Continue »
Dittos taking leap of faith
September 13, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — A Delphos couple will soon be taking a leap of faith and leaving this quiet setting for Frakes, Ky., a poor Appalachian community.
Jeff Continue »
New school year brings new technology
September 10, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Faculty and students at Jefferson High School are enjoying new technology added to the district with eight new Smart Boards.
The boards are mounted Continue »
Issue 4 pulled from Ohio ballot
September 5, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Ohioans for Healthy Families, the group that backed the paid sick-day amendment, said today that it has asked that the proposal be pulled Continue »
Pepiot third-time champ
September 5, 2008Local News
VAN WERT — Nathan Pepiot knows his chickens. And he has the trophies to prove it.
Pepiot took Grand Champion Broiler Meat Pen at the Van Continue »
On the Other Hand
September 2, 2008For the Record
As you can see I’m limited on space this week so I’ll get right to the point.
My hubby of nearly one year and I made Continue »
On the Other Hand
August 25, 2008For the Record
There was a time when I knew everyone in my neighborhood for at least a two-block radius. I knew the parents, the kids and even Continue »
Diamond Club raised funds for scoreboards
August 20, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — The newly-formed Ottoville Diamond Club wasted no time in raising the funds for scoreboards for the boys baseball and girls softball diamonds at Continue »
Delphos worst in county for seat belt usage
August 6, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — During a recent Allen County survey of seat belt use conducted by the Lima-Allen Safe Community Coalition (LACSCC), Delphos had the lowest seat Continue »
Festival brings neighborhood together
August 5, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Marbletowners couldn’t have asked for nicer weather on Saturday for the third annual Marbletown Festival. The sun was shining and a good Friday Continue »
Wurst restoring grandparent’s home
August 5, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — She had always wanted to cook in her grandma’s kitchen. Saturday, she got her chance.
Linda Wurst made up pots of her “famous” potato Continue »
TMD to lay off 70
August 1, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Approximately 70 Toledo Molding and Die hourly employees will have August off after receiving temporary layoff notices this week.
Operations Manager Jack Ruhe said Continue »
High school home of ‘wildkittens’
July 30, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Jefferson High School truly is the home of the “wild” cats this week.
A wayward cat had found friends at the school in May Continue »
Traffic finishes road project
July 25, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Allen County Engineers have completed the surface sealing of East Seventh Street from Canal Street to Carolyn Drive.
Chief Deputy Engineer Mark Stockman Continue »
Scarr preparing to run Chicago Marathon for his mom and dad
July 24, 2008Local News
KETTERING — Twenty years ago, a man named Bruce Cleland trained with a group of friends and ran the New York City Marathon in honor Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 21, 2008For the Record
I have long embraced the different cultures, foods, music and other benefits that come with living in the United States — a mixing pot of Continue »
Ottoville parish gearing up for annual festival
July 19, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — For decades, the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Parish Festival has been synonymous with good food, fellowship and fun.
This year will be no different.
Head Continue »
Delphos City Schools, DEA have tentative 3-year contract
July 18, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos City School Board and members of the Delphos Education Association reached a tentative 3-year contract Monday evening.
Board members voted unanimously to Continue »
Bomb squad called in for live grenade
July 17, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — A live World War II grenade caused quite a stir in Fort Jennings on June 23.
Putnam County Historical Society volunteers had moved Continue »
Ottoville board OKs income tax levy
July 16, 2008Local News
CLOVERDALE — Ottoville Schools Board of Education members approved the second resolution needed to place a .75 percent continuous income tax on the Nov. 4 Continue »
St. John’s purchases Combs office building
July 16, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church parish has purchased the Combs office building at the corner of Pierce and Second streets.
The new space Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 13, 2008For the Record
There are just some weeks that are better than others.
This past week — and maybe even a few days farther back — has been filled Continue »
On the Other Hand
July 7, 2008For the Record
This column was originally published in July ’07. I though it worthy of another go-round.
There are very few things that have created more controversy than Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 29, 2008For the Record
On Friday, we will celebrate the independence of our country from rule under Britain.
I don’t know how many of you think of that when you Continue »
Ottoville School Board OKs resolution for income tax
June 26, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — Ottoville School Board members met in special session this morning to pass a resolution declaring it necessary to raise an annual amount for Continue »
Volunteers reassemble Old Jennings depot
June 24, 2008Local News
CLOVERDALE — After nearly three years of planning, labeling, storing, sanding and research, the old Fort Jennings Train Depot is now coming back to its Continue »
Work at Franklin to start on Monday
June 21, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — E. Lee Construction, Inc. will start repairs to the Franklin Elementary building Monday the Delphos City Schools Board of Education learned during a Continue »
Jennings sewer project heads to engineer
June 19, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — A storm sewer relief project for Fort Jennings Village will head to Poggemeyer Design for engineering and bid sheet preparation for when Continue »
Group forms to put in scoreboards
June 18, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — School board members here tabled a resolution declaring it necessary to raise an annual amount for the school through an 0.75-percent Continuous Income Continue »
On the other hand
June 16, 2008For the Record
Hello out there in Delphos Herald land.
Today’s column is a little different than most. I would like to tell you about Letters to the Editor Continue »
Board waiting on OK of plans for Franklin
June 11, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City School Board members are waiting for plans to be approved by the state for the repairs to the Franklin Elementary building Continue »
Relay’s comin’ around again
June 10, 2008Local News
Ah! Summer is here, I’m sure of it.
The kids are out of school and I can hear the breaks at the pool if I happen Continue »
Stegaman retires after 44 years
June 4, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Mary Kay (Wurst) Stegaman knew what she wanted to be when she grew up: a teacher. Forty-four years later and ready for retirement, Continue »
Kiwanis, Park Board set plans for Fourth of July celebration
June 4, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos City Parks and Recreation Board, along with the Delphos Kiwanis, have announced plans for the upcoming Fourth of July celebration.
The two-day Continue »
On the Other Hand
June 2, 2008For the Record
(Jay Leno recently read this on The Tonight Show. Snopes.com says Jay Leno only read it, Craig R.Smith wrote it. Sometimes someone says something so Continue »
Hartman, Wark retire
May 31, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Franklin School honored long-time teachers Karen Hartman and Robin Wark with a surprise retirement party held Wednesday at the school.
Superintendent Jeff Price and Continue »
Bank to host art shows
May 30, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — We’ve all heard the phrase, “one thing leads to another.”
That is the case at First Federal Bank, who will now be hosting a Continue »
Rain stays away for ceremonies
May 28, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Threatening thunderstorms swept to the south of Delphos Monday, allowing the annual Memorial Day ceremonies to be held at the Veterans Memorial Park Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 27, 2008For the Record
It’s hard to believe the school year is nearly over.
It’s seems like yesterday students were grumbling about going to bed and getting up early after Continue »
Veterans Council sets remembrance rites
May 23, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — The Delphos Veterans Council has announced plans for the annual Memorial Day services Monday.
Entries for the parade will line up in the First Continue »
Jennings gets grant for sewer upgrade
May 22, 2008Local News
FORT JENNINGS — Mayor Jim Smith brought good news to the Fort Jennings Village Council meeting Tuesday.
The village has received an approximately $23,000 Small Governments Continue »
City schools hire engineer for Franklin building
May 21, 2008Local News
DELPHOS — Delphos City Schools Board of Education on Monday evening during a special board meeting hired structural engineering firm LJB of Lima to investigate Continue »
Ottoville to put income tax on ballot
May 21, 2008Local News
OTTOVILLE — School district residents will see a 0.75-percent Continuous Income Tax on the ballot in November.
Ottoville Local Schools Board of Education agreed to pursue Continue »
On the Other Hand
May 19, 2008For the Record
The following has been attributed to State Representative Mitchell Kaye from Georgia.
I tried to track this down on the Internet and all references included Rep. Continue »
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.