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Ottawa Residents Collect School Supplies for Children Overseas!
Ottawa, OH., Aug. 7, 2024—Local families are preparing for the school year with back-to-school sales and adding more items to their lists for children in need around the world. Shoebox packers are using this time to purchase gifts and essential items to fill Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts. Children in over 100 countries will be blessed by these gift-filled shoeboxes and the hope of Jesus.
Long-running genealogy group takes tour of county museum
On Sunday, August 11 the 23rd Verhoff Family Genealogy had Mass at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Kalida, followed with a tour of Putnam County Historical Society. They also were introduced to their Genealogy with the books in the museum. They then went to Dick’s Steak house in Kalida for their lunch.
Invitation to take part in river clean-up this Saturday
OTTAWA – This Saturday, August 24, area residents are invited to participate in the Blanchard River Clean Up event. The event is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone will put in at the Ottawa Reservoir Canoe Launch. All items will be supplied for cleanup and removal. Putnam Paddle will...
Putnam County District Library celebrates 100 years with newly renovated Children’s Area
OTTAWA — The Ottawa Library, closed for a period of time this month for renovations, had a grand reopening last Tuesday to celebrate the Putnam County District Library’s 100th Year with a reveal of the newly renovated Children’s Area. In continuation of celebratory events from earlier in...
Putnam County CIC holds State of the Vision annual meeting in downtown Ottawa
OTTAWA — On August 8 in downtown Ottawa, over 100 guests from Putnam County and the NW Ohio region showed up to attend this year’s Putnam County Community Improvement Corporation annual meeting. The event started with a social hour at the newly opened Ottawa Brewing Company on West Main Street in the historic Dumont building, and then continued across the street to the Schroeder Center for the Arts for the State of the Vision.
Pioneer Days Parade Theme Winner Chosen
Kalida’s Pioneer Committee has chosen Addelyn Heitmeyer, daughter of Brian and Courtney Heitmeyer, as the parade theme winner. For the 152nd Pioneer Days festival, this year’s theme is Family and Friends coming together to build a strong future for our community for years to come. In the photo,...
Plans coming together for the Annual Oakwood Homecoming
The Annual Oakwood Homecoming, always held over Labor Day Weekend, will kick off on Saturday, August 31. There will be breakfast at the Fire Station from 7:00-11:00 a.m., Golf Teams will tee off at 9:00 a.m. at Auglaize Country Club, and competitors will gather at the East end of town for the annual Tractor Pull. OSU fans can tailgate and watch the game on the big screen at the Landing Strip at 3:00 p.m. The Annual Alumni Banquet starts at 5:00 p.m. and at 8:00 p.m. the band “Kodebreakers” will perform on First Street.
Ohio AG requests dismissal of Toledo lawsuit that claims state withheld money over red light cameras
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - The City of Toledo has filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Dave Yost for money that was collected after red light cameras were turned off. Now, the state argues that the lawsuit should be dismissed. In 2019, the state legislature created a rule saying if a...
High school football: W-G ready for the challenge
Aug. 21—WAYNESFIELD — There's a new head football coach this season at Waynesfield-Goshen. However, the vibes around the program are anything but new. Former Spencerville and Delphos Jefferson head football coach Chris Sommers takes over the W-G football program after Shane Wireman stepped down as the Tigers' head coach earlier this year. Wireman was then hired as Shawnee's head football ...
Ohio’s Richest Person Has A Net Worth of $6 Billion
Has your broke ass ever been sitting around and wondering just how good someone else has it? Or have you ever thought about just how much more rich the richest guy in the state of Ohio is than you? Well, I'm about to spoil your day, because it turns out the richest guy in the state of Ohio has amounts of money people like you and I could never dream of happening.
Ohio high school football rankings: Massillon No. 1 in 2024 Preseason MaxPreps Top 25
The Tigers are aiming to capture their second consecutive title and 26th going back to the days of writer's polls crowning champions. Seniors Nolan Davenport (6-6, 260, OT, committed to Wisconsin), Tyler Hackenbracht (6-2, 205, ATH, Toledo), Vito McConnell (6-4, 215, LB, Maryland) and Jaezen Lewis (6-6, 305, OT) along with junior Demari Clemons (5-9, 155, CB) lead the charge for Washington.
High school football: Van Wert rebuilds with hopes to compete
Aug. 21—VAN WERT — Van Wert has developed a track record under coach Keith Recker. The Cougars tend to be extremely skilled on offense with one of the league's best athletes at quarterback. They almost always roll out a talented group of playmakers who pose a multitude of threats from all sides of the field. And they've consistently competed for the top spot in the WBL standings. All of that ...
Man receives maximum sentence for murder of two women
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A man found guilty of killing two women will serve the maximum sentence behind bars. Thirty-four-year-old Deante Holden was sentenced Wednesday morning in Montgomery County Common Pleas Court. The courtroom was packed with family and friends on both sides as the judge sentenced Holden to 45 years to life in prison. […]
Crash with injuries reported on State Route 133 in Jackson Township
WILLIAMSBURG, Ohio — A crash with injuries has been reported on State Route 133 in Jackson Township. Multiple Clermont County emergency crews are responding to the scene, near Crawford Carpet Outlet. The extent of the injuries, as well as the number of vehicles involved, is unknown at this time.
High school football: Ada preview
Aug. 21—Coach: Toby Smith (25th season) Division: VII Last year's record: 3-7, 1-6 NWC (sixth place) Ticket information: Ticket information: adabulldogs.org/o/aevs/page/tickets Returning 2023 varsity letter winners: Levi Green (Sr.), Kaine Fisher (Sr.), Dalton Amos (Sr.), Brody Erickson (Sr.), Liam Vieira (Sr.), Ian House (Sr.), Colton Cole (Sr.), Landon Simon (Sr.), Trevor McGue (Sr.), Zach ...
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