Historic Reflection: 1980 Pioneer Lions Club
The Pioneer Lions Club was chartered in a meeting held at the Pioneer United Methodist Church. The club had 25 charter members. Its first officers
Historic Reflection: 1900 Delta, Ohio Elevator
This photo, taken in 1900, shows the Delta Elevator. Do you have a historic Fulton County photo you would like to share? Email: publisher@thevillagereporter.com.
Dining Guide (March 2025)
Your 2025 Dining Guide Is Here! Discover the best local restaurants in Northwest Ohio! From family-owned diners to unique culinary experiences, support the heart of
Preschool & Daycare Guide (March 2025)
Preschool & Daycare Guide Explore top preschool and daycare options in Northwest Ohio! Learn how early education fosters social skills, academic readiness, and builds a
Tax Prep Guide (March 2025)
Maximize your tax return with local services provided by area businesses …
Local Pet Care Guide
Highlighting the benefits of pets in family life, emphasizing their role in fostering active lifestyles, teaching responsibility, providing joy and emotional support, improving mental health,
Michael “Mike” Monroe (1981 – 2025)
(Formerly Of Bryan) Michael J. “Mike” Monroe, 43 years of Fairfax, Virginia and formerly of Bryan, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025, as the result
Brandy Hooker (1981 – 2025)
(Edgerton Resident) Brandy Sue Hooker, age 43, of Edgerton, Ohio passed away peacefully, Sunday afternoon, March 09, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loving
Ruth Thomas (1940 – 2025)
(Resident Of Delta) Ruth D. Thomas, age 84 of Delta, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025 at Elizabeth Scott Community in Maumee, Ohio. She
Christina “Tina” Marie Imbrock-McQuillin (1961 – 2025)
(1979 Graduate Of Wauseon High School) Christina “Tina” Marie Imbrock-McQuillin, age 63, of Wauseon, passed away at Fulton County Health Center, on March 10, 2025.
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Vivienne Legato (Archbold)
The female Athlete of the Week is Archbold wrestler Vivienne Legato. Legato wrapped up an outstanding freshman campaign at 49-5 after a 9-7 win over
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Adam Mattin (Delta)
The male Athlete of the Week is Delta wrestler Adam Mattin. Mattin defeated C.J. Graham by technical fall 19-3 to win the state title at
Cassandra “Cassie” Johnson (1994 – 2025)
(Resident Of Hudson, MI) Cassandra Nicole Johnson, age 31, of Hudson, passed away on March 5, 2025. Born on January 14, 1994, in Conyers, Georgia,
Beverly Burns (1947 – 2025)
(Operated Beverly Jo Burns Realty In Edon) Beverly J. Burns, 77, of Edon passed away on March 7, 2025 at Parkview Regional Center in Fort
Richard “Big Rich” Buehrer (1962 – 2025)
(Enjoyed Cars And Riding His Harley) Big Rich. The man, the myth, the legend. It is with heavy hearts and empty stomachs that we bid
Stryker Girls Basketball Hands Out Postseason Awards
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) POSTSEASON HARDWARE … Awards night was held Monday, March 3rd for the Stryker High School girls basketball team. Pictured
BRYAN BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS: Water Treatment Plant Repairs Discussed
By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com The Bryan Board of Public Affairs held their meeting on Tuesday, March 4th. The meeting began at 5:00
Second Annual Heroes vs. Heroes Basketball Tournament Held With Fulton County First Responders
By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com The second annual Heroes vs. Heroes Basketball Tournament was held at the Wauseon High School this past Sunday,
OHSAA BOYS & GIRLS STATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIPS: Delta’s Adam Mattin Wins Third Career State Title
(PHOTOS BY RACHEL NAGEL / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) TRIFECTA … Delta’s Adam Mattin reacts after winning the title at 126lbs in Division III at the
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Final Results
DIVISION II TEAM SCORES: 1. Watterson 108.0; 2. Col. DeSales 74.5; 3. Perkins 72.5; 4. Beaver Local 68.5; 5. Wauseon 63.0; 31. Napoleon 23.0; 64.
Lowell Beaverson (1933 – 2025)
FAYETTE—Lowell Vernell Beaverson, age 91, of Maple Street, Fayette, died Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Fairlawn Haven in Archbold, surrounded by his daughters and under
Hilltop Drama Club Presents: Willy Wonka
(PHOTOS BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) By: Jacob Kessler THE VILLAGE REPORTER jacob@thevillagereporter.com Hilltop Drama Club students presented their production of Willy Wonka
Montpelier High School Presents: The Wizard Of Oz
(PHOTOS BY BREANA RELIFORD / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) By: Breana Reliford THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com Montpelier High School presented their rendition of The Wizard of
Edon Girls Basketball Gives Out Season Awards
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) BBC SCHOLAR ATHLETES … Grace Ripke, Amada Schwartz, Genna Ripke, Adison Briner. BBC HONORS … Adison Briner – Honorable
Archbold’s Zach Short To Continue Baseball Career At University Of Findlay
COLLEGE SIGNING … Zach Short will attend the University of Findlay to continue his baseball career. Seated with Short at his signing day are Rob
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Update (After Session 4)
DIVISION II TEAM SCORES: 1. Watterson 100.0; 2. Col. DeSales 74.5; 3. Perkins 72.5; 4. Beaver Local 68.5; 5. Wauseon 63.0; 30. Napoleon 23.0; T64.
FULTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: March 2025 Proclaimed Developmental Disabilities Month
(PHOTO BY JACOB KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) AWARENESS … Several local representatives from Sara’s Garden and Triangular Processing were present during the reading of
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Schedule For Sunday, March 9, 2025
Session 4, Consolation Semifinals and Consolation Finals 9:30 a.m. – Girls Consolation Semifinals 9:30 a.m. – Boys Division I Consolation Semifinals 9:30 a.m. – Boys
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Update (After Session 3)
DIVISION II TEAM SCORES: 1. Watterson 94.0; 2. Col. DeSales 58.0; 3. Perkins 55.5; 4. Alter 48.0; 5. Hoban 47.5; 9. Wauseon 40.0; T32. Napoleon
WILLIAMS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: County Engineer Discusses Additional County Motor Vehicle License Tax
(PHOTO BY RENEA KESSLER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) BOARD OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES … The Williams County Commissioners hand the Board of DD a proclamation for
MONTPELIER PARK & RECREATION: Youth Baseball & Iron Horse River Trail Updates Discussed
(PHOTO BY INDIA KENNER / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) GRANTS AVAILABLE …Village Administrator Jason Rockey (near left) explains progress on different grants to the board that
Metamora Chamber Of Commerce Announces Spring Breakfast Meeting
PRESS RELEASE – The Chamber of Commerce is inviting community members and businesses to its annual Spring Breakfast Meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at
Williams County Republican Party To Host Lincoln Day Dinner
PRESS RELEASE – The Williams County Republican Party is set to host its annual Lincoln Day Dinner on April 16, 2025, at the Quality Inn,
Bryan Area Foundation Accepting Nominees For Educator Award
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) EDUCATOR AWARD … Has a Bryan City Schools educator positively impacted you or your child? Would you like to
All Girl Team, Devoted, Wins Sixth Bible Quiz Meet
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) TOP 4 TEAMS … Devoted, Eastland Baptist, Bryan, once again had the highest average score for the day. Averaging
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Update (After Session 2)
DIVISION II TEAM SCORES: 1. Watterson 48.0; 2. Perkins 36.5; 3. Beaver Local 35.5; 4. Wauseon 35.0; 5. Col. DeSales 33.0; T30. Napoleon 12.0; T64.
William “Bill” Hoffman (1949 – 2025)
(1968 Graduate Of Bryan High School) William Scott “Bill” Hoffman, 75, of Bryan, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 7, 2025, at his home.
Robin Gineman (1954 – 2025)
(1973 Graduate Of Edgerton High School) Robin Renee Gineman, 70, of Rockville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at his residence. He was
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Schedule For Saturday, March 8, 2025
9:30 a.m. – Session 2, Championship Quarterfinals and Consolations Round 2 9:30 a.m. – Boys Division III Championship Quarterfinals 10:10 a.m. – Boys Division II
OHSAA State Wrestling Championships Update (After Session 1)
DIVISION II TEAM SCORES: 1. Watterson 18.0; 2. Wauseon 17.0; 3. Perkins 16.0; T4. Alter 14.0, Beaver Local 14.0; T28. Napoleon 6.0; T39. Defiance 4.5
Four County Career Center Selects February Students Of The Month
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) WAUSEON HIGH SCHOOL … Wyatt Hays is enrolled in the Precision Machining & Robotics program and is an active
Seniors Of The Month At Stryker High School
(PRESS RELEASE / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) SEPTEMBER … Shawn Buehrer was selected as Stryker High School Senior of the Month for September. The attribute for
March Birthdays & Anniversaries At Williams County Senior Centers
STRYKER SENIOR CENTER … Birthdays – Georgia Patterson and Ricardo Avila. EDON SENIOR CENTER … Birthdays – Jim Shilling and JeriAnn Williams. BRYAN SENIOR CENTER
Column: IS IT REALLY SO? – Acknowledge The Enemy, Focus On God
By: Rex Stump Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed? In competition, your opponent comes at you with everything they have. At work, you feel like
Souper Coffee House Brings Music, Food, & Community To Fayette Opera House
ENJOYING SOME FOOD … Attendees enjoyed a selection of soups, crispy grilled cheese sandwiches, and an assortment of decadent desserts before heading upstairs to the
Local Officers Empower Women To Protect Themselves From “Bad Guys”
(PHOTO BY JESSE DAVIS / THE VILLAGE REPORTER) A FRIENDLY FACE STRIKE … Sylvania Police Division Officer John Pinkstaff demonstrates an open-palm strike to the
Jeffrey Alpaugh (1956 – 2025)
(Retired From Moore Industries In Montpelier) Jeffrey Allen Alpaugh, 68, of Bryan passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Mercy Health-St. Vincent Medical Center
Catherine Bailey (1948 – 2025)
(Swanton Resident) Catherine Ann Bailey, age 76, of Swanton, Ohio, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon, March 4, 2025, at her son’s home in Swanton, with
Stephen Depew (1966 – 2025)
(Co-Owner Of United Heating And A/C) Stephen D. Depew, age 59, of Defiance, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Parkview Regional Medical Center
David Forrest, Jr. (1926 – 2025)
(Formally Of Swanton) David Forrest, Jr., age 98, formally of Swanton, Ohio, entered into eternal life, Tuesday evening, March 4, 2025, at Elizabeth Scott Care