Saturday, September 29th, 2018
Vet wanted to view memorial
By Sydney Albert
CELINA - Vietnam War veteran Jerry Amweg had wanted to fly to Washington, D.C., to see the Vietnam Veterans Memorial for himself.
However, he had lost his battle with lung cancer, a disease that has been linked to the use of Agent Orange in Vietna [More]
Flyers pull away from St. Henry for 28-7 victory
By Colin Foster
ST. HENRY - After one half of football, Marion Local and St. Henry were deadlocked at 7-apiece.
The second half was much different, though.
The Flyers showed up on both sides of the ball and pulled away for a 28-7 victory at Wally Post Athletic Complex to extend their winning streak to 33 games. [More]
Obituaries on September 29th, 2018
Anna L. Esmonde, 101, Celina, died on Sept. 27, 2018, at the Celina Manor nursi [More]
Carl "Gene" Heiser, age 86, of Rockford, Ohio, died Monday, September 24, at the Laurels of Shane Hill in Rockford. [More]
Local pictures on September 29th, 2018
Subscriber stories on September 29th, 2018
The local construction industry is blossoming with the increased demand for work, but a shortage of skilled workers has left businesses in a bind.
Western Buckeye League Roundup
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
Aaron Cruz threw the first three touchdown passes for Defiance this season and the Defiance defense forced two turnovers to help defeat Celina 28-14 on Friday night at Fred J. Brown Stadium in Defiance.
Midwest Athletic Conference Roundup
Compiled by Colin Foster and
Gary R. Rasberry
Fort Recovery had come out on the losing end in three straight close games entering Friday's game with Parkway.
COLDWATER - The Coldwater defense shut down New Bremen's offense and the Cavalier offense scored a touchdown in every quarter to win a 28-0 shutout over the Cardinals on Homecoming Night.
DELPHOS - The Minster Wildcats struggled early against the Delphos St. John's Blue Jays, giving up several long drives. However, the defense came up with big plays when they were needed, allowing the offense the chances needed to score five touchdowns in a 35-14 victory.
Compiled by Gary R. Rasberry
The Parkway girls golf team placed seventh at the Division II sectional tournament at Country Acres in Kalida. The tournament was moved to Friday after weather forced a postponement from Tuesday.