ARCHBOLD – The agricultural community in Fulton County was proud to induct four deserving individuals in the Fulton County Agricultural Hall of Fame this past Monday night, August 24th in Archbold. The annual event is to recognize selected farmers or agribusiness leaders from our county who have committed over 25 years or more of service to the agricultural industry in our county, state or region. Since 1983, there have been 132 honorees inducted into the Fulton County Agricultural Hall of Fame. Inductees are selected by the Hall of Fame Committee in July after all applications have been reviewed. This year’s…
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The Stars of 4-H recently held their last regular meeting of the year at the First Church of Christ in Bryan, OH. Members with livestock projects were reminded that animals were to arrive at the fairgrounds on Friday, September 11 between 8:00 AM an 7:00 PM. Animals will be weighed when they arrive. The 4-H member must have their completed “Drug Use Notification Form” and “Destination Form” turned in when they weigh their animal. Completed project books are due to the Junior Fair Office by Saturday, September 12. Members with projects to be placed in the 4-H booth should bring…
Archbold, OH – Make plans for a memorable Labor Day Weekend with a fun-filled trip to Sauder Village! A time-honored, family getaway in the Midwest – Sauder Village is ready to welcome guests of all ages to the historic village, restaurant, campground and inn for the holiday weekend! “What was once considered a day-trip is now a vacation destination in Northwest Ohio,” shared Kim Krieger, Media Relations. “Families come to stay at the Inn or Campground, play in the pool, visit unique shops, enjoy great food, and make special memories while visiting the Historic Village.” Recognized as Ohio’s largest living-history…
8-19-15 – 1st Al Guilford and Sally Priest; 2nd Dennie Rohrs and Harold Johnston; 3rd Carolyn Hickman and Jim Strohl. 8-26-15 – 1st Rachel Donohue and Lois Maugel; 2nd Harold Johnston and Dennie Rohrs; 3rd Fay McDermott and Sally Priest. INFORMATION PROVIDED
Edon Branch Library’s book discussion group, “Page Turners” meets at 7:00 pm, on a designated Wednesday of each month. If you love to read and discuss books, you are invited to join the group. Copies of the next book to be discussed are waiting at the library desk for anyone wishing to be a part of the club. The dates and book selections for the next few months are as follows: Sept. 23rd The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd Oct. 28th Memory Man by David Baldacci Nov. 18th The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty Dec. 16th The Great…
WAUSEON—The Wauseon Public Library’s Board of Trustees will hold its regular monthly board meeting on Tuesday, September 8 at 6:00 p.m. in the library’s second floor board room. The public is always welcome. INFORMATION PROVIDED
A large group gathered August 28 to welcome the opening of the Stryker Main Stop on September 1. In attendance for the ribbon cutting were front row: Tim Scherer, builder and owner of Scherer Construction; Village Administrator Gary St. John; Kathy Lloyd, Stryker Main Stop; Jeffrey Erb; Saneholtz-McKarnes; Bobbie Erb, Stryker Main Stop; Jim Saneholtz, Saneholtz-McKarnes; Bob Sperling, Stryker Council; Terry Wieland, Stryker Council President; Dan Hughes, Stryker Mayor; Anestacia Diaz, Estrella Torres, Zoie Pelland, Bailey Schlachter, Stryker students. Back row: Jason Baltosser, Economic Development Committee; Beth Rediger, Stryker Fiscal Officer; Nelson Schafer, Saneholtz-McKarnes; Brent Froelich, Saneholtz-McKarnes; Rex Blevins, Stryker…
The Stryker Rotary Club listened to a presentation about Sarah’s House during their regular meeting on August 25th. Katie Cramer told the club that Sarah’s House is set up to serve victims of crime and many of the people they serve are involved in domestic violence. The priority in all cases is to insure the safety of the person, but other needs are met as well. They are called upon to provide basic needs of victims such as food and shelter and at time the support extends further. Sarah’s House maintains a basement apartment for housing needs and also works…
Current Wauseon Rotary President Dave Gerkin (left) presents the President’s Award to past President Steve McElrath (right) for his past years of service. On tap for the Wauseon Rotary will be the Annual Auction to be held at the Fulton County Fairgrounds on October 24, 2015.
The next to the last graduating class from Alvordton Public School, the class of 1955, held their 60th Class Reunion recently. The afternoon was spent at the home of Duane and Sharon King reminiscing about the school memories followed by dinner at Jackie Blu’s Restaurant in Bryan. Classmates attending were (front L to R): Betty Lou (Pifer) Jackson, Mary Alice (Good) Livensparger, Marlene Grant. Back: Edwin Wyrick, Ned Horton, Larry Figgins, Leonard Kuney, Duane King. Missing from photo is George Sanders.
The 2015 Williams County Fairboard and the Williams County Fair Foundation are pleased to announce that the benefit for the Florence Township Edon Fire Department was a great success. Together beside members of the Fire Department and enormous volunteer support we hosted a fun filled day and enjoyed a Water Ball Tournament, Car Show, Fish Fry and Hog Roast. The efforts of the Fairboard and Foundation resulted in raising funds in excess of $4000.00 for the firefighters. Our efforts were complimented and supported by these area groups, organizations and individuals, whom we wish to recognize: Williams County Pork Producers, Paul…
Montpelier Lodge #312 Moose Legion Committee presented a $1500 donation to the Florence Township (Edon) Fire Department at their August meeting last Wednesday, Aug. 19th. The donation was made to assist in replacing equipment destroyed in a tragic fire at their fire station recently. Moose Legionnaires are shown with representatives from the fire department receiving their check—from left to rigt, Travis Creek, Phil Hallock, Gary Russel, all Moose Legion members, Jim Heller, Moose Legion chairman, Ron Green and John Chapin from Florence Twp. Fire Dept., Bob Gearig, Lodge #312 administrator, and Charlie Schelling, Moose Legion members. Funds for the donation…
Stryker Police (Aug 14) Traffic Warning – Stop Sign (Aug 14) Found Property (Aug 14) Traffic Warning – Stop Sign (Aug 15) Traffic Warning – Speed (Aug 15) Traffic Warning – Speed (Aug 15) Traffic Citation – Stop Sign (Aug 15) Agency Assist – K-9 Use (Aug 16) Traffic Warning – Speed (Aug 16) Traffic Warning – Speed (Aug 16) Criminal Mischief (Aug 16) Traffic Warning – Expired Plates (Aug 17) Traffic Warning – Speed (Aug 17) Traffic Warning – Stop Sign (Aug 18) Traffic Warning – Speed (Aug 18) Burglary (Aug 19) Loud Music (Aug 19) Unruly Juvenile (Aug…
Quadco Rehabilitation Center (QRC) has been accredited by CARF International for a period of three years for its Organizational Employment Services, the highest level the independent accrediting body awards. QRC Executive Director Bruce Abell announced the accreditation at the monthly meeting of the Administrative and Non-Profit boards on Tuesday (Aug. 25). In the notification letter to QRC from CARF International, it states,”This achievement is an indication of your organization’s dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of the persons served. Services, personnel, and documentation clearly indicate an established pattern of practice excellence.” A three-year accreditation decision is…
Bob Short, Chairman of The Williams County Township Association, represented the Ohio Township Association at The Ohio State Fair by awarding the Intermediate Barrow Showmanship Trophy to Halle Elwer, of Delphos, Ohio. Halle is a member of The Delphos Livestock 4H Chapter. The Ohio Township Association is one of the top contributors of trophies in the state for winners of various showmanship contests.
MONTPELIER, OHIO – The Williams County Health Department received confirmation today of the second case of West Nile virus (WNV) in the county this year – following a fatal case of a 91-year-old man. Throughout the state, there are 9 confirmed cases of WNV so far in 2015. While the statewide WNV infection rate in mosquitoes remains low relative to previous years, there has been a steady increase in WNV infections in mosquitoes in Ohio. With the rapidly increasing infection rates in mosquitoes and the new human cases, it is very important to avoid mosquito bites and reduce mosquito breeding.…
Want to know more about your German heritage? Direct from the Visselhovede area in Germany, Mr. Walter Homann will visit northwest Ohio to give us some insights from the homeland. Our friends in Germany have an interest in their relatives here in the USA as we have an interest for our friends in Germany. The program will be held at the St. Paul Lutheran Youth Center, 1075 Glenwood Avenue in Napoleon, Ohio on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 7:00 pm. The Low German Club will co-host this meeting with the German Lutheran Heritage Association. Coffee cake, snacks and drinks will…
The following actions were taken by the Northwest Ohio Educational Service Center Governing Board at their regular meeting held August 25, 2015. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by President Ron Crawford. All in attendance recited the Pledge of Allegiance. The following items were approved under the consent agenda format: *Approved minutes of the organizational board meeting held July 28, 2015. *Approved Financial Transactions -Liberty Center Elementary Parent Teacher Organization to provide to NwOESC, 21st Century (LC Elementary), Family Literacy Event and Family-Child Mentoring Services for the period of 9/1/15-6/17/16 -Three Cord to provide to NwOESC, 21st…
Wauseon Chili Cook Off will be held on Sept. 26, 2015, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Chili Cook off Committee is asking for the public’s help! We are in the need of Chili Contestants, Craft Vendors, Artists and Artisans. There is still time to enter that favorite Chili recipe to win bragging rights over all your friends, neighbors, family and also have a chance to win $400, $300, and $200 for best decorated booth. Come downtown and vote for your favorite chili as the Wauseon Police and Wauseon Fire Dept. battle it out for bragging rights! Also needed are…
A new scam is costing local businesses hundreds of dollars. Someone has been calling local businesses and posing as a representative from Toledo Edison. The caller asks for an immediate payment or threatens to shut the power off if people don’t comply. They may ask for a pre pay credit card. Be aware of this scam and if you feel that you are or have been a target, do not hesitate to contact local law enforcement. INFORMATION PROVIDED
Richard Alvin Neill, 77, of West Unity, died Monday evening, August 24, 2015 at Defiance Inpatient Hospice Center. He was born March 10, 1938 in Morenci, MI to the late Alvin and Emma (DeWulf) Neill. He married Nan J.( Conner) Allen on July 2, 1994 in West Unity, OH and she survives. Richard loved his dogs, woodworking and being in the woods, he especially loved spending time with his grandchildren. He worked for Hayes-Albion Manufacturing (1959-1980), where he was a union officer. He also was a truck driver for Gieger Transportation (1980-1993) and Dave’s Sand and Stone (1993-2011) where he…
William E. Mavis, 75 years, of Alvordton, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2015, in his residence. William was born on September 27, 1939, to the late Robert A.J. and Irene Marie (Stahl) Mavis in Farmer, Ohio. He was a 1957 graduate of Farmer High School. William married Shirley L. Armbruster on April 25, 1964 in Columbus, Ohio, she preceded him in death on November 7, 2008. He worked as a shipping clerk for Bryan Metals for 37 years until his retirement in 2001. William was a member of the Farmer Church of Christ. He was a member of Williams County…
As summer winds down it’s the perfect time to check out the various activities held at one of the area Fulton County Senior Center sites in Wauseon, Delta, Swanton, Archbold, or Fayette. Stacy “Duke” Todd, one of the lead singers of the Van-Dells music group make an exclusive appearance on Friday, September 4 at 1:00 PM at the Wauseon site. The Van-Dells, a 50s and 60s rock n’ roll music group will perform at the Fulton County Fair On Saturday, September 5. The Van-Dells provide comedy and fun along with their music. During the show, Todd acts as a no-nonsense…
Find your way to the Bryan Main Library for the Maze Runner Challenge, on Saturday, September 12 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. This is a teen program, for ages to 10 to 15 years old. Participants will compete in a live maze to see who the best maze runner is! Challenge winners will receive two movie passes to the Bryan Theater to see Maze Runner: Scorch Trials, being released Friday, September 18! Please call the library adult desk at 419-636-6734 ext. 221 to reserve your spot in the challenge! Parental arrangements should be made prior to the event, as the…
The Adult Department of the Bryan Main Library announced the winners of its summer reading program. The program was meant to give adults and young adults the opportunity to explore new ideas and read books they might have never discovered! Participants were able to read any book, in any format and turn in a slip with their name and the title of the book. The person who turned in the most slips was announced Grand Prize Winner and the person with the second most slips was Runner-Up. Pictured are Runner-Up, Maggie Rettig (left) and Grand Prize Winner, Wendy Hulbert (right).
Families with babies and preschoolers are invited to join the “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” program at Swanton Public Library. The “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” program is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading just one book a night (even if it’s the same book over and over!), families can reach the 1,000-book goal in three years and provide their children essential early literacy skills. Research shows that the most reliable predictor of school success is being read to during early childhood. Reading to children from an early age can help…
Members of the Montpelier Village Council convened in regular session on the evening of August 24, 2015 at 6:00p.m. Mr. Chris Kannel addressed Council as the spokesman for the downtown business and property owners, and wanted to address the issue of the permit parking program. With Mr. Kannel were Mr. John Dye, Mr. & Mrs. Mike Kannel, Mr. & Mrs. Keith Lockhart and Mr. & Mrs. Terry Lockhart. Mr. Kannel wanted Council to reconsider and allow discussion of the permit parking program for the downtown district. At the last Council meeting, upon recommendation from Village Manager Pam Lucas and information…
By: Shar Dimick THE VILLAGE REPORTER Wauseon City Council addressed a short agenda at their August 17 meeting. Council President Heather Kost presented the Park Board report and reported that the sidewalks were completed at Reighard Park. She also said that the Park Board discussed getting an estimate for blacktopping the parking lot at Biddle Park and Dave Murry will be providing an estimate to consider in next year’s budget. Finally, there were 26 teams who participated in the Fast Pitch Tournament, which raised $10,000. Councilor Shane Chamberlin stated that the Softball Board uses funds from the tournaments for various…
Stryker Welding recently completed an expansion on their location. The expansion added 6400 square feet to the 10, 600 square foot building. Stryker Welding purchased 2 additional machines and hired 2 new employees. Owner Jason Baltosser has been with Stryker Welding since 1978 purchasing the business in 2006. Shown at the ribbon cutting of the larger building are: Front row: Matt Arnos Stryker FFA Instructor, Jessica Chiow and Estrella Torres Stryker FFA students, Lorette, Hanna, Jason and Jordan Baltosser; Stryker Welding, Beth Rediger; Stryker Village, Pat Rosebrock; Stryker Chamber and Dan Hughes; Stryker Mayor. Back row: Jacob Rohrs; Stryker FFA…
Every year, CK Technologies of Montpelier donates numerous book bags filled with supplies to Montpelier Schools. Altogether, there are enough book bags to help stock a girl and a boy from each grade preschool on up to the 8th grade. The staff and students at Montpelier schools benefit greatly from this donation. Pictured here from left to right is Su Thorp (Jr/Sr High School Principal), Alisa Donaldson (CK Technologies), and Julie Harold (CK Technologies). CK Technologies goes above and beyond in donating to the school, and this is just one of the many ways that they give back to the…