2021-06-23

Christine Emily Gelios (Juzwiak)

On the morning of June 26, 2021, Christine Emily Gelios (Juzwiak) passed away quietly, but reluctantly, in her sleep. She succumbed after a courageous and determined four-year battle with a chronic lung disease that zapped her physically but never diminished her love for life, her friends, and her family. Christine was at home with her four children and several dear […]

One Dies In June 15 Crash

William Stahler, 49, Montpelier, was killed Tuesday, June 15, when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of St. Rt. 34 and Henry Co. Rd. 24, a Henry County Sheriff Department press release said. Stahler was riding a motorcycle eastbound on St. Rt. 34 when, at about 6:17 pm, a car driven by Robert Hawk, 30, Archbold, was […]

Kidder Orders Plans For Splash Pad

Jennifer Kidder, director of Archbold Parks & Recreation, said she has ordered some of the plans for the splash pad village officials hope to build in Ruihley Park. The plans include specifications for concrete, electrical, and plumbing work. She anticipates having the plans in hand within the next three weeks. With the documents, Kidder said she can begin working with […]

Arrested On Warrant

Dylon Coy Jones, 24, Archbold, was arrested by Archbold police on a warrant from Fulton County Western District Court, police and court records indicate. An Archbold police report states that about 11:19 pm, Friday, June 11, officers went to the East Gardens apartment complex to serve a warrant. When officers arrived, a family member opened the door, said Jones was […]

Council Takes Levy Renewal Step

Archbold Village Council took a step toward the renewal of a property tax levy during its Monday, June 21 meeting. Donna Dettling, village administrator, told council the property tax renewal must go on the Nov. 2 general election ballot. If voters approve the renewal, the collection of tax money will not be interrupted. Dettling said the village collects 3.3 mills […]

Victims Get Money Back

Two crime victims were able to get money that was taken from them returned, Archbold police reports say. Adan Salinas, 44, Archbold, reported on Wednesday, June 16, that a person or persons unknown had, by unknown means, made two charges to his bank debit card. Police put the total loss at $199.98. Salinas told officers his bank cancelled his debit […]

Getting Closer To Finished

Dave Rickerd is getting closer to finishing the Archbold mural on the south wall of the former Rupp Furniture building. Thunderstorms that rolled through Sunday night and Monday morning, June 20-21, didn’t damage the mural itself, but did tear the sunshade off his lift. Rickerd said it was “an easy fix.”– photo by David Pugh

Officer Observes Feet Hanging Out Of Vehicle

An Archbold police officer discovered something unusual while on patrol about 12:15 am, Saturday, June 12. In his report, the officer states he spotted a vehicle parked in the parking lot in front of Subway. The driver side door was open, and feet were hanging out of the passenger compartment. The officer approached the vehicle and spoke with the person […]

Tech Study: More Support For Teachers

Among the key findings of a yearlong study of the use of computer technology in the Archbold School District, is a need for more technical support. That was just part of the highlights of a 495-page study conducted by John Grega of the Northern Buckeye Educational Council and the Northwest Ohio Computer Association, or NWOCA. Grega made a presentation to […]

Fulton County Health Center Revenue Still Not Back To Pre-Pandemic Levels

Revenue from the operation of the Fulton County Health Center is not back to pre-pandemic levels. But Patti Finn, chief executive officer, said the disruption of income hasn’t stopped the FCHC board of directors from accomplishing some goals. In addition, she said FCHC never had to turn a patient away due to pandemic-related problems. Cash In the early days of […]