By: Jesse Davis THE VILLAGE REPORTER jesse@thevillagereporter.com The Delta Village Council approved on first reading several items submitted by Police Chief Samuel Chappel during its meeting Monday evening. Chappell was not present at the meeting to discuss the items due to being in a training session, but all five will require two more votes as is standard for ordinances, allowing more opportunities for him to answer questions as needed. The first was a memorandum of understanding with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to streamline situations in which the bureau would be able to aid the village. Sgt.…
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(PHOTO BY BRENNA WHITE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) PASSING LEGISLATION … Council members Kevin Gray, Stephen Marvin, and Dave Short deliberate on the passing of Ordinance 1-2025. By: Brenna White THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com The West Unity Village Office meeting was held on April 10th and was called to order at 7:30pm. It was opened with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. The regular minutes of last month’s meeting, held on March 13th, were presented with no additional changes. This included the special minutes of April 2nd. There were no community visitors present at the meeting. Ordinance 2025-1 was…
(PHOTO BY BRENNA WHITE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) HONORING SURVIVORS … Sarah’s Friends staff and local residents gather to support the Edon Walz Park Tree Dedication Ceremony. By: Brenna White THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com In the quiet shade of Waltz Park, a red sunset maple was planted not just as a tree, but as a powerful symbol of hope, healing, and resilience. Sarah’s Friends, a local nonprofit organization committed to empowering victims of domestic violence and all crimes, held a tree planting ceremony at the Shelter House in Waltz Park, April 11th. The event marked an emotional milestone in a…
By: Brenna White THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com Stryker Local Schools, known for its commitment to nurturing the minds and talents of its students, is embarking on a transformative expansion project that will have a lasting impact on the community. With a $4.1 million dollar investment, provided through a grant from the general fund, the school district is set to unveil a state-of-the-art Agriculture and Technology Building designed to prepare students for the cutting edge industries of tomorrow. The new facility promises to be a scene for innovation, housing a range of programs for children of all ages to take part…
(PHOTO BY RENEA KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) COFFEE … The Williams County Commissioners met at Seasons Coffee & Bistro for their morning session on: Thursday. By: Renea Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER renea@thevillagereporter.com During their Thursday, April 10th meeting, the Williams County Commissioners met at Seasons Coffee & Bistro in Bryan and discussed the lack of traditional housing in the county. Jennifer Martin from Storehouse 4 Hope, an agency supporting those in need in Williams County, mentioned the area’s lack of affordable housing and asked the commissioners about potential projects or locations for traditional housing. Commissioner Bart Westfall brought up…
(PHOTO PROVIDED / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) LOCAL AUTHOR … Benjamin Bruce Murray proudly displays his newly published book. By: India Kenner THE VILLAGE REPORTER india@thevillagereporter.com Benjamin Bruce Murray, also known as the Esight Guy, is an Ohio native who works part-time as a board operator for WBNO-WQCT radio. He has recently stepped into the role of an author. He resides in Bryan, Ohio, alongside his loyal companion, Rhys. Rhys, an adopted canine, provided joy and support throughout his recovery. Benjamin enjoys giving back to the community and his book he explained is like a big thank you card. He participates…
(PHOTOS BY BRENNA WHITE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) READY TO GO … The air buzzes with excitement as the marathon is set to begin. GETTING REGISTERED … Staff members and 4H students help participants receive their number in the marathon. By: Brenna White THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com On a sunny Saturday morning, April 9th, the Bryan community laced up their sneakers and came together in support for an important cause – the first Special Olympics Run and Walk Marathon! Organized through a partnership between the Williams County Special Olympics and the local 4-H Explorers of Bryan, this event was all…
(PHOTO BY RENEA KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) CLEAN-UP DAY … Members of the University of Toledo football team take a picture with the staff at HOOVES during farm clean-up day. By: Renea Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER renea@thevillagereporter.com HOOVES is a nonprofit that aids veterans and their families through retreats with rescued horses, farm work, and community connections. They are preparing for their upcoming season and first retreat, with this weekend’s farm clean-up being crucial to their efforts. The University of Toledo football team volunteered at the HOOVES Sanctuary and Healing Center near Swanton on Saturday, April 12th. They participated…
DOWNTOWN … The above photo shows a framed view of downtown Delta, Ohio looking west. Thank you to the Fulton County Historical Society for the use of this photo. Do you have a Fulton County Historic photo you would like to share? Email: publisher@thevillagereporter.com.
NONCONFERENCE BASEBALL …Delta second baseman Vinnie Mauer scoops up a ground ball before throwing to first for the out. Delta 14, Stryker 0 (5 innings) DELTA – Delta put up six runs in the second and six in the fourth to take control for a 14-0 win in five innings. Winning pitcher Brady Morr helped his cause at the plate with a three-hit, four RBI game while Vinnie Maurer added two hits and knocked in three. Daniel Donovan took the loss for Stryker but was 2-2 with the stick as he recorded a pair of doubles. SHS 000 00 –…
The Charve Theater at Edgerton closed. The Charve Theater opened on January 22, 1947, at the northeast corner of Michigan and Lynn streets. Manager Rhys Cook said the theater was closed “due to high operating costs and scant box office receipts.” In 1959, Bob Meyer renovated the theater and opened a Super Foodland grocery store in the renovated structure. The Bryan Times reported: “The inclined floor and stage have been torn away and 77 loads of fill dirt, with equal gravel, were dumped to make a level floor of more than 3,000 square feet of spotless tile. Two hundred feet…
TRACK & FIELD Archbold/Delta/Evergreen/Fayette/Hilltop/Montpelier/North Central/Swanton @ Tinora Invitational 10am Bryan @ Hamilton, IN 10am VARSITY BASEBALL Edon @ Ayersville Pilots Invite 9:30am Edgerton @ Leipsic (DH) 11am Evergreen @ Montpelier 11am Bryan @ Toledo Whitmer 11am Lake @ Wauseon 11am Archbold @ Fairview 12pm Swanton @ North Central 1pm VARSITY SOFTBALL North Central @ Hudson, MI (DH) 10am Edon @ Ayersville Great 8 Tournament 11am Evergreen @ Fairview (DH) 11am Delta @ Hilltop (DH) 11am Edgerton @ Montpelier (DH) 11am Swanton @ Archbold 11am Tinora @ Wauseon 12pm BOYS TENNIS Bryan/Findlay @ St. Marys 10am Van Wert @ Wauseon 10am…
PRESS RELEASE – The Bryan Rotary Club will be hosting its annual Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, April 26, at the Bryan Eagles, with doors opening at 5:00 p.m. The event, which has become a staple of the city’s fundraising calendar, promises an evening of fun and fellowship, all in support of the Rotary’s ongoing charitable efforts in the Bryan area and beyond. Proceeds from this year’s event will primarily go toward the Williams County YWCA but will also support the Rotary’s various other philanthropic efforts. Attendees will have the opportunity to try their luck at a variety of popular…
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) EASTER TRADITION … Mrs. Richardson‘s class at St. Mary School celebrated a beautiful tradition this week with a special Passover meal. The second-grade students explored the sights, smells, and symbols of the Seder plate while learning the story of Exodus and the importance of faith, freedom, and family. From matzah to maror, every bike came with a lesson and a lot of curiosity.
PRESS RELEASE – This Saturday, April 19, Wauseon will come alive with the celebration of “419 Day,” an unofficial holiday dedicated to honoring the region’s area code and the unique character of Northwest Ohio. The event will feature community-focused activities, special promotions, and family-friendly fun, bringing residents and visitors together to celebrate local pride. What is “419 Day”? “419 Day” is a celebration of Northwest Ohio’s vibrant culture and community spirit. The day highlights the importance of supporting local businesses and fostering connections among residents. Many businesses participate by offering discounts, promotions, and hosting special events to mark the occasion.…
Archbold, Ohio – The Archbold Buckeye, a longstanding cornerstone of community news in Northwest Ohio, has announced on the front page of this week’s edition that it will cease publication at the end of June. This difficult decision comes as the newspaper industry continues to face significant challenges, including declining readership, rising production costs, and changing consumer habits, according to the paper’s owners. The Buckeye has been a trusted source for documenting the lives and events of the Archbold community. However, with a shrinking subscriber base and increasing operational expenses, the decision to close became unavoidable. This announcement highlights a…
PRESS RELEASE – On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, approximately 90 members of the Wauseon FFA will step out of the classroom and into the community for a special Day of Service. This event, organized in collaboration with local businesses, the Wauseon Chamber of Commerce, and Wauseon FFA, aims to make a positive impact across Fulton County through various community service projects. The FFA members will dedicate their time from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., assisting local businesses and organizations with tasks designed to benefit the community. Activities may include landscaping, filing, moving documents, and other meaningful contributions. Schedule Details: •8:00…
(1981 Graduate Of Stryker High School) Augustine “Gus” Ledesma, age 63, of Bryan, Ohio passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at Majestic Care in Bryan, surrounded by his family. Gus worked for ConAgra for almost 40 years. He attended Union Chapel Church of God and Grace Community Church. He was a member of the Bryan Eagles and enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles and playing drums. Gus was born on August 10, 1961 in Phoenix, Arizona, the son of Ramon and Inocencia (Belmares) Ledesma. He was a 1981 graduate of Stryker High School. Gus is survived by his son, Lucas Ledesma,…
(Worked At Chief Supermarket For 39 Years) Kim E. Kimpel passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, following a brief illness. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final moments. Born on June 13, 1955, to Clair and E. Joan Kimpel, Kim lived a life rooted in faith, family, and fun. A devoted husband, Kim shared 45 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Cindy (Grube) Kimpel. The two were married on September 20, 1980, and together built a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Kim was a proud father to his daughter, Sara Kimpel, and a…
PRESS RELEASE – Swanton Valley Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, the 92-bed skilled nursing facility in Swanton, Ohio, is gearing up to celebrate Easter with its annual free, festive community event for area children, their families, and facility residents. The Easter event will feature an egg hunt with treat-filled plastic eggs and a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny and a coloring contest. The community is invited to attend the event on Fri., April 18, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. It will be held at the facility’s campus at 401 W. Airport Hwy. in Swanton. Families are…
VARSITY BASEBALL Wauseon 11, Pandora-Gilboa 0 (5 innings) Montpelier 6, North Central 0 Evergreen 12, Sand Creek, MI 0 (5 innings) Swanton 4, Toledo Whitmer 1 Pettisville 14, Continental 0 (5 innings) Delta 14, Stryker 0 (5 innings) Morenci, MI 17, Fayette 12 St. Marys 7, Bryan 2 VARSITY SOFTBALL Edgerton 7, Hilltop 3 Bryan 7, Clay 3 Continental 8, Pettisville 0 Montpelier 10, Hicksville 0 (5 innings) North Central 18, Hamilton, IN 8 (6 innings) BOYS TENNIS Archbold 5, Wauseon 0
VARSITY BASEBALL Ayersville @ Archbold 5pm (CANCELED; MAKEUP TBD) Stryker @ Delta 5pm Wauseon @ Pandora-Gilboa 5pm Pettisville @ Continental 5pm Fayette @ Morenci, MI 5pm Montpelier @ North Central 5pm Sand Creek, MI @ Evergreen 5pm Swanton @ Toledo Whitmer 5pm Bryan @ St. Marys 5:30pm VARSITY SOFTBALL Edgerton @ Hilltop 5pm Stryker @ Delta 5pm (CANCELED; MAKEUP TBD) Hamilton, IN @ North Central 5pm Hicksville @ Montpelier 5pm Pettisville @ Continental 5pm Edon @ Fayette 5pm (CANCELED; MAKEUP TBA) Bryan @ Clay 5:30pm BOYS TENNIS Wauseon @ Archbold 4:30pm TRACK & FIELD Bryan @ Lima Bath Invitational 4:30pm…
(PHOTOS BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) BACK TO THE BAG … Evergreen’s Layne Vance dives back to first base to avoid the pickoff attempt. WINNING PITCHER … Swanton pitcher Adam Lemon goes after a popup bunt by an Evergreen hitter. Lemon went five innings on the hill with five strikeouts to get the win. By: Joe Blystone THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com SWANTON (April 9, 2025) – Baseball sometimes can be a very non-analytical game. You throw the ball. You catch the ball. After three straight error-less games, Evergreen struggled defensively, as Swanton needed just four hits to take…
(PHOTOS BY BREANA RELIFORD / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) 4×800 RELAY … Edgerton’s Ava Herman takes the handoff from Kaitlyn Burke in the 4×800 relay on Thursday in a dual meet at Montpelier. 110M HURDLES … Carzin Bell of Montpelier clears a hurdle in the 110 meter hurdles at Montpelier. BOYS TRACK & FIELD Edgerton 68, Montpelier 61 RUNNING EVENT TOP PLACERS: 100 METERS – 1. C. Sinclair (E) 12.3; 2. B. Payton (E) 12.9; 3. C. Meek (M) 13.0; 200 METERS – 1. C. Sinclair (E) 25.3; 2. C. Meek (M) 26.0; 3. O. Puente (E) 26.4; 400 METERS –…
(PHOTOS BY BREANA RELIFORD / THEVILLAGE REPORTER) SECOND DOUBLES … Simon Kellogg (pictured) and partner Brendan Roberts earned a 6-3, 6-1 win over the Wauseon team in their second doubles match. Bryan 5, Wauseon 0 (@ Bryan) SINGLES: 1. Bassett (B) d. Stasa 6-0, 6-0; 2. Franzdorf (B) d. Mulhollen 6-0, 6-1; 3. Dauber (B) d. Robertson 6-0, 6-0; DOUBLES: 1. DeWitt/Deel (B) d. Miller/Ringenberg 6-2, 6-0; 2. Roberts/Kellogg (B) d. Shadbolt/Holcomb 6-3, 6-1
PRESS RELEASE – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose released the following statement on the passage of the SAVE Act from the U.S. House of Representatives: “Ohio has become the national leader in election integrity, and we need a stronger partnership with the federal government to continue that work.” “I’m hopeful the SAVE Act will create a sense of urgency in lawfully providing states with the federal records we need to maintain accurate voter rolls, particularly when it comes to checking citizenship status.” “We have a lot of work to do, and I remain concerned about the lack of a…
An accident on Thursday claimed the life of a 27-year-old man from Deshler, Ohio. The crash occurred at the intersection of State Route 25 and U.S. Route 6 in Wood County. According to the Wood County Sheriff’s Office, Aldin Isaiah Zane Wright was driving eastbound on Route 6 when he attempted to turn onto State Route 25. Wright failed to yield the right of way and was struck by a 2022 Kenworth T680 truck. Emergency responders pronounced Wright dead at the scene. The driver of the truck sustained injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. The incident…
PRESS RELEASE – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose has released a statement regarding the implementation of common sense election reforms recently passed by the Ohio General Assembly, and which become effective this week: “I applaud the General Assembly for acting on these widely popular changes that will improve Ohio’s efficiency, security, and administration of future elections.” “Many of these improvements codify existing, nationally recognized best practices I have directed our boards to implement.” “I’m grateful that the legislature chose to make them permanent. Additionally, our office looks forward to implementing the new policies so our elections officials can better…
PRESS RELEASE – The United States Post Office has announced it is filing for a large postage rate increase to be implemented on July 13, 2025. Rates for Periodicals are proposed to increase on average by 9.3%. This action comes after the removal of Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and before the Board of Governors has named his successor. The National Newspaper Association, along with the entire mailing industry, has called for the United States Post Office Board of Governors to pause implementation of the ‘Delivering for America’ Plan, especially with regard to the large rate increase that has been under…
MRS. BETSY HUG MRS. FAITH JONES MR. JOHN MICHAEL PRESS RELEASE – St. Mary School in Edgerton, Ohio is proud to announce that three of its educators—Mrs. Betsy Hug, Mrs. Faith Jones, and Mr. John Michael—have been selected as Fellows in the 2025 cohort of the prestigious Notre Dame STEM Teaching Fellowship. Chosen as one of just eight school-based teams nationwide, the St. Mary trio will join the program’s 8th cohort and will join a network of over 200 teachers from the program’s first seven cohorts. The Notre Dame STEM Teaching Fellowship, offered through the University of Notre Dame’s Center…