One Year Ago
• Fort Jennings is preparing to celebrate the War of 1812 Bicentennial next year with a three-day celebration on Aug. 17-19 with an event which will bring 1812 to life along with a multitude of events and a parade that will salute the military from 1812 to the present.

25 Years Ago — 1987
• Annabelle Rose, co-director of the Thrift Shop, accepted a check for $255 from Beth Cano, Delphos Lioness Club president. Cano said the funds were derived from the sales of the club’s “Home Remedies book.” Proceeds from book sales go to the Thrift Shop. Rose said the Thrift Shop will give gift certificates to needy families this year. The book sells for $5.