August 2024

Dancer Logistics joins FST Logistics to expand services, reach

DELPHOS — Dancer Logistics, a distinguished warehousing and transportation company based in Delphos, Ohio, is excited to announce they have been acquired by FST Logistics, a 100% employee-owned, leading third-party logistics (3PL) company headquartered in Dublin, Ohio. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in Dancer Logistics’ growth journey and opens new horizons for the company.

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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

Allen County Amanda Township Adkins, Adelaide S to Sutter, Richard D/Sutter, Shanna L, 920 N. Conant Road, Spencerville, $310,000 Delphos Markward, Lois E/ Markward, Mitchell L Attorney In Fact to Grove, Olivia/Markward, Kevin, 903 Lima Ave., Delphos, $136,000 Elida Altstaetter, Susan/ Altstaetter, Mark to Unruh, Daniel/Bishop, Madison, 500 Sunnydale St., Elida, $215,000 Chrisenberry, Jerry D/ Hall, Julie A Attorney In Fact to Fullenkamp, Alexander U/Fullenkamp, Kirsten E, 2123 Spruce Drive, Elida, $299,000 Marion Township Schroeder, Juliette N./ Schroeder, Blake to Klausing, Yvonne D/Klausing, Joseph P, 4433 N.

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Leadership Summit, Olympics provide students opportunities for success

INFORMATION SUBMITTED Involvement in high school sports and performing arts programs in our nation’s schools provide students many opportunities for future success, and two examples are front and center this week – one in Indianapolis and another 4,100 miles away in Paris, France. In Indianapolis, more than 250 high school sports and activities participants and more than 100 college and adult ambassadors are participating in the National Student Leadership Summit (NSLS) sponsored by the NFHS.

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Four Ohio State Buckeyes earn Big Ten Preseason Honors

INFORMATION SUBMITTED COLUMBUS — Four Ohio State Buckeye football players were among 12 in the Big Ten Conference to receive preseason honors in front of the start of 2024 Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Buckeyes selected by a conference-wide panel of media voters, including two from each member school, included sophomore SAF Caleb Downs, senior WR Emeka Egbuka, senior RB TreVeyon Henderson and senior DE JT Tuimoloau.

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The Influence of Social Media on High School Sports

Social media has become an integral part of daily life, influencing everything from communication to entertainment. In high school sports, social media’s impact is increasingly evident, as athletes, teams and schools navigate its role in recruitment, publicity and personal branding. While social media offers significant opportunities, it also presents challenges that affect both athletes and their programs.

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The Storied History of St. John’s Football

DELPHOS — The St. John’s Blue Jays have carved an impressive legacy in Ohio high school football. With a stellar playoff record of 5613, boasting a winning percentage of 0.812, the Blue Jays are synonymous with excellence on the gridiron. Over the years, they have scored 2,392 points, averaging 34.7 points per game, while their opponents have managed only 1,032 points, averaging 15.0 points per game.

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Family celebrates announcement of next family wedding

July 27 was grandson Ryan’s fifth birthday. He was excited to be 5 years old. Our whole family gathered on July 24 for supper for son Joseph’s 22nd birthday. On the menu was mashed potatoes, gravy, barbequed chicken, tomatoes, sweet onions, green peppers, hot peppers, colby cheese, zucchini, brownies and ice cream. We all ate on our front porch. Sister Verena also came for supper and stayed a few days. This was a short notice to have everyone for supper, and surprisingly it suited everyone.

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