Author: Newspaper Staff

Village landlords are being asked to attend a meeting at a local church in the hopes they will form an organization. Word of the meeting was given by Pastor Dave Tilley at the Montpelier Area Chamber of Commerce meeting Nov. 11. The meeting will be at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church at 7 p.m., Dec. 8. Tilly, who emphasized he was only the messenger, said it was the hope of the local ministerial group the landlords would form an organization. Other than that, the goals and constitution of the group is up to the participants, he said. The chamber board…

The village of Archbold has a new fire chief. Dave Davis has been appointed as the new designate and will begin his duties Dec. 5. He will be paid $58,000 a year. He will replace Andy Broadbeck who is retiring. The council also renewed a contract with the Fulton County Commissioners for reimbursement for legal representation for indigents. The council approved a renewal of a contract allowing the Dog Warden to enforce animal control laws in the village. An officer and a truck will be provided, but the officer remains an employee of the county. Archbold police reported 263 calls…

The Wauseon City Council approved a six-month moratorium on marijuana cultivation, processing or sale. The legislation takes immediate effect. The action came at the council’s Nov. 7 meeting. Thomas A. McWatters, Director of Law, said the administrative agencies haven’t passed their regulations and it probably won’t take place for another five or six months. The city has the option to extend that six-month moratorium. Ordinance 2016-13 will prevent any zoning or building permits or any of those endeavors relating to the medical marijuana. Several pieces of legislation were also approved for first readings. Resolution 2016-22 – Authorizing the Mayor to…

Citing a need to have someone at the water plant for at least 20 hours a week, West Unity has created a new position. The move comes as the Village Council seeks to comply with expected changes in rules from the state EPA. The council met in executive session during its meeting Nov. 10 and then passed a measure authorizing Village Administrator Josh Fritsch to advertise for a supervisor with Water 1 and a Wastewater 2 licenses. The position will be paid $19 to $24 per hour based on experience and receive full benefits. In other news, the village’s income…

The Dane Michael Veterans Center played host to a chili cook-off for local veterans in Montpelier Nov. 11. A couple dozen people attended the event, which doubled as a potluck for veterans. It was a goodm time filled with laughter and fellowship. The contest was won by Tim Friend, with Gloria Poorman coming in second and Bob Keesbury, third. In other news, the Center is organizing a trip for veterans to Washington D.C. next spring. The trip is slated for April 21-23. The cost is $428, with a $50 deposit due by Nov. 30. The balance is due March 10,…

Bigger cities might have conducted bigger gatherings, but none resonated with the small town community spirit of the Election Day Supper hosted at the West Unity Presbyterian Church by the West Unity Three Arts Club on the afternoon of November 8. For a freewill donation, attendees were given a choice of chili, hot dogs or chicken sandwiches in the non-partisan setting of the Presbyterian Church. The day reflected sharp political differences at the polling places, but those divisions were put aside in favor of the longstanding tradition of small town America…neighbors breaking bread with neighbors. Since its inception in 1952,…

Correcting an omission 70 years in the making, the American Legion Post in West Unity finally bears the name of a hero. Post 669 dedicated its building to the memory of Leroy W. “Junior” Wyse in a special evening ceremony Nov. 11. The post will now be known as the Junior Wyse Post 669. The group was chartered 70 years ago and should have probably bore Wyse’s name from the start, Post Commander Phil Stotz said. “It took 70 years to rename it,” Stotz said reading from the official document. “This is the absolute formal acknowledgment that the post has…

Stryker Schools bridged several generations with a special Veterans Day event. Students were encouraged to invite their relatives who are either on active duty or had served previously to eat lunch and then attend a multimedia tribute. The 1957 auditorium was filled with students and veterans as they viewed a slideshow of veterans from their time of service and captions showing the relationships with the students. There were three shows, one for grades 4-6, K-3 and 7-12. The slideshow featured music from Lee Greenwoods’ time-honored classic “God Bless the USA” to Bruce Springsteen’s “Born in the USA.” James Pruitt may…

Sacrifice is a key trait among veterans and for some that means making the ultimate decision to lose one’s life in the service of others. That was a major thread in the Veterans Day assembly Nov. 11 at Hilltop Schools in West Unity. The gymnasium was packed with students in grades K-12 in the bleachers and the floor filled with veterans and families. Teacher Cameron Thompson was the main speaker. A veteran with 5 ½ years of military service (including tours in Iraq and Afghanistan), Thompson shared his experiences in the military and that of a another man, Rick Rescorla,…

Students and staff at Four County Career Center were honored to attend the Veterans’ Day assembly to pay tribute to all of the men and woman who have so proudly served in our nation’s military. The Career Center welcomed retired United States Army Sergeant Rick Yarosh who suffered burns over 60% of his body when his vehicle was hit with an IED and engulfed in flames during a routine military mission during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Rick talked to the students about overcoming adversity, HOPE (Hold On Possibilities Exist), and being able to get through anything with a positive attitude. Shown…

The Evergreen Local Board of Education met in special session Nov. 10 to assess potential athletic field improvements. The board went on a walk-through assessment of the district’s athletic fields with an architect. There were seven visitors or guests present at the meeting. The board reviewed drawings of the athletic grounds provided by Kraig Beilharz, representative of Beilharz Architects. The board, visitors and guests toured the practice fields near the high school, as well as the competition football field. No action was taken. James Pruitt may be reached at publisher@thevillagereporter.com

Cheryl L. Null, age 59, of Swanton, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, November 10, 2016.  She was born in Minster, Ohio on December 20, 1956 to the late William R. Klier II and Joan (Quellhorst) Klier, who survives. Cheryl was a graduate of Whitmer High School and later attended college at Owens.  For over 29 years Cheryl served as a fiscal clerk with the Lucas County Health Department.  Some of her fondest hobbies were cooking, baking, fishing and canoeing.  Cheryl was also a sports car enthusiast and racer in her earlier years.  Most of all she believed…

Darrell B. Bailey, 89 years, of Bryan, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2016, at his residence.  Darrell was born May 21, 1927 in Cedarville, West Virginia, the son of the late Walter and Lucy Virginia (Rutherford) Bailey.  Darrell was a career Navy veteran, serving our country over 24 years, beginning in World War II through the Vietnam Era.  After his service, Darrell was an aviation consultant for the military, working with foreign countries on their planes and the operation of them.  He married Betty Jean Pasco in 1952, and she preceded him in death.  Darrell was a member of Wesley…

Ray Harding Jr., 76 years, of Williamsburg, Ohio and formerly of Bryan, Ohio, and his wife, Patricia A. Harding, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2016 due to injuries received in an automobile accident near Mount Orab, Ohio.  Ray was born January 2, 1940 in Wise, Virginia, the son of the late Ray and Ocie (Church) Harding Sr.  He married Patricia A. Hall on April 5, 1980 in Wise, Virginia.  Ray was employed by Bryan Custom Plastics for nearly 30 years, retiring in 2011.  He had also worked for Senco.  Ray was a member of the Bryan Eagles Aerie 2233, where…

Patricia A. Harding, 68 years, of Williamsburg, Ohio, formerly of Bryan and her husband, Ray Harding Jr., passed away November 8, 2016 due to injuries received in an automobile accident near Mount Orab, Ohio. Patricia was born September 5, 1948 in Lenore, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Nelson and Alberta (Jewell) Hall Sr. She married Ray Harding Jr., on April 5, 1980 in Wise, Virginia. Patricia worked as a press operator at Bryan Custom Plastics for over 20 years. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and Bryan Eagles Arie 2233. Patricia was a former member…

Wauseon, OH – The Fulton County Board of Commissioners and the Fulton County Job and Family Services (FCJFS) are recognizing November as National Adoption Recognition and Recruitment Month. FCJFS is launching a “White Ribbon Campaign’ by asking families and business to display a white ribbon on their door the month of November to promote adoption. This year, National Adoption Month focuses on the adoption of older youth currently in foster care—because “We Never Outgrow the Need for Family – Just Ask Us.” The average amount of time older children have spent in foster care is four years and six months.…

Fulton County went totally Republican Nov. 8, giving Donald Trump a solid win over Democratic Party challenger Hillary Clinton. Nearly 73 percent of the county’s voters showed up to cast a ballot. Trump received 13,419 votes or 64.1 percent compared to 5,981 votes for Clinton (28.57 percent). Trump won all 36 precincts. Libertarian Party candidate Gary Johnson received 993 votes (4.74 percent), There were 242 write-ins votes for 1 percent. The Green Party’s Jill Stein received 162 votes. Statewide, Trump won Ohio with 52 percent of the vote. Clinton had 44 percent and Johnson 3 percent. For U.S. Senator, Fulton…

The West Unity Chamber of Commerce honored Paul Heisey at its 2016 Annual Banquet at the Kissell Building on the evening of November 9. Bestowing the honor of Citizen of the Year for 2016 upon Mr. Heisey, the President Emeritus of the West Unity Chamber of Commerce, Alan Bennett, noted that his service to the community predates his marriage by a year…44 years to 43. Beginning as an ambulance operator with Bill Hollingshead in 1972, Mr. Heisey has worked for Sauder Woodworking, CCNO, Hillside Country Living, the Millcreek-West Unity School District, and today is the owner-operator of Handyman Hardware in…

MARIETTA, OH — Breanna Davis of Montpelier, OH, has enrolled as part of the Class of 2020 at Marietta College for the Fall 2016 semester. Davis is majoring in Biology. Students can pursue bachelor’s degrees in one of 45 majors offered at Marietta. Approximately 250 freshmen officially joined Marietta College during the traditional Matriculation ceremony on Aug. 24. INFORMATION PROVIDED

ARCHBOLD, OHIO – The NSCC Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of three members to the board of directors: Robin Brinegar, Aaron Miller, and Mickey Schwarzbek. Robin Brinegar, Fayette, is a principal and manager at Shultz Huber and Associates, Archbold. She received her associate degree in accounting from Northwest State and bachelors degree in accounting from Defiance College. Aaron Miller, Napoleon, is an account manager for Metzgers in Toledo. He earned a bachelors degree in management and accounting from Pikeville College (Kentucky), and he has resided in northwest Ohio for 14 years. Mickey Schwarzbek, Sherwood, serves as President/CEO at…

The Stryker Rotary Club presented dictionaries to the third grade class in Stryker. Pictured in the front row representing the third grade class from left to right are: Sarah Wood, Addilyn Cadwell, Andrew Batterson, Nathan Gonyer, Elijah Capps, and Owen Zachrich. Representing the Stryker Rotary in the back row from left to right are: Superintendent Nate Johnson, Ron Short, Terry Wieland, Ruth Wieland, and Pastor Dane Meuschke.

Edgerton Village is looking for a new street superintendent after the person who used to hold the job resigned. The village council interrupted its Nov. 7 meeting to meet in executive session to determine how to pay the benefits due David Brobst and to approve advertising the opening. Brobst’s resignation was effective Nov. 6. Brobst will be paid accrued sick pay, vacation pay and compensation through Dec. 2. The council declared an emergency and approved both measures so they would take immediate effect. Keith Winebar was appointed as interim street superintendent and will be paid $17 an hour. In other…

Voters in the village of Metamora approved 0.5-mill levy for parks on Nov. 8. The final tally was 160 yes to 118 no. The Village Council was urging voters to approve the measure. The village’s holiday parade is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Sunday Dec. 4. Anyone able to work should call Chairman Justin Kreischer. Complimentary hot chocolate and cookies will be served in front of the bank before and during the parade. Children are invited to have a free picture taken with Santa following the parade at the fire station. There is a flyer on the village website that can…

Officers of the over 75 member Four County Career Center Business Professionals of America (BPA) Chapter include (FRONT – LEFT TO RIGHT) President – Brendan Boyd, Accounting & Business Management (Tinora); Vice-President – Alex Bishop, Accounting & Business Management (Montpelier); Secretary – John Piasecki, Software Development & Game Design (Hicksville); (BACK – LEFT TO RIGHT) AM Treasurer – Cassandra Carpenter, Medical Office Technologies (Fairview); PM Treasurer – Josh Hathaway, Accounting & Business Technologies (Patrick Henry); AM Public Relations – Courtney Hartsock, Software Development & Game Design (Bryan); and PM Public Relations – Kassidi Martin, Medical Office Technologies (Bryan). BPA Officers…

The Swanton Bulldog Football team has had back-to-back seasons with a 9-1 regular season record, earning a well-deserved trip to the playoffs both times. Keeping right in step with its Friday night gridiron partner was the Swanton High School Marching Bulldog Band who played its way into the Ohio Music Education Association’s State Marching Band Finals for a second consecutive year by virtue of an outstanding performance in the Bulldog Bowl, a high school marching band competition held at Hansbarger Stadium earlier this year. Swanton was one of 14 schools competing in front of seven judges and had to bring…

West Unity Mayor, Peggy Bernath, and Village Administrator, Josh Fritsch, visited Hilltop Elementary School on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Mayor Bernath read an Arbor Day Proclamation to Ms. Dunson and Ms. Rupp’s first grade classes. Mr. Fritsch taught the children about trees with a fun interactive game. Each child was part of a living tree.

MONTPELIER, OHIO –The Williams County Safe Communities program reports three fatal crashes with four fatalities for the third quarter of 2016 during the months of July-September 2016. This compares with the third quarter of 2015 reporting of three fatal crashes with three fatalities in Williams County. There have been eight confirmed fatalities for Williams County through September 2016 that have been reviewed. In 2015 there were a total of eight fatalities for the year. Non-use of seatbelts was a factor in all four fatalities in the third quarter of 2016. Alcohol use was indicated in one of the crashes. Three…

Following an election win the night before, Representative Derek Merrin came to Fulton County to learn more about the Fulton County Board of Developmental Disabilities and what they do. He met first with Superintendent Beth Friess and they were then given a tour of Triangular Processing by Executive Director Kathy Shaw along with Brad, Austin, Joel and Chris. Pictured (L-R): Beth Friess, FCBDD Superintendent; Kathy Shaw, Executive Director; Brad Dammon; Austin Double; Joel Reinking; Representative Derek Merrin; and Chris Ruth.

Archbold, OH – Reservations are now being accepted for the “Yuletides of Yesteryear” Lantern Tours to be held November 26 and December 3, 9 and 10 at Sauder Village. The traditional Holiday Lantern Tours offer guests an interactive look at the American Christmas traditions from 1850 through the 1920s. “We’re excited about the traditional stories, demonstrations and hands-on activities that will be offered during our ‘Yuletides of Yesteryear’ Lantern Tours,” shared Kim Krieger, Media Relations. “We’re sure our guests will enjoy hopping on the holiday trolley to travel back in time to experience Christmas traditions of days gone by.” The…

Attend an “Evening of Poetry” with local author Edith D. Plettner at the Bryan Main Library West Annex from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November 15 in the Harmon Room. At the age of four, Edith was inspired to become a poet when ‘A Child’s Garden of Verses’ by Robert Louis Stevenson was read to her by the family housekeeper. Edith found she was naturally attuned to the rhyme and rhythm of poetry, and soon began penning her own verses. Her desire in writing is for her words to connect with the reader that they may enjoy the beauty…