2021-07-21

Rachel Ann Perez-Allomong

Rachel Ann Perez-Allomong, 38, of Lima, passed away on July 24, 2021, at St Rita’s Hospital. She was born on Oct. 13, 1982, in Bryan, to David Perez and Juanita Suarez Castro. She attended Archbold High School in Archbold. She enjoyed spending time with her children and family. She had a heart of gold and would help anyone in need. […]

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Update: The Summer Shindig, which was cancelled, is now back on.  It will go ahead as planned.–Posted 7.23, 1:02 pm  The Summer Shindig, originally scheduled for tonight, Friday, has been cancelled. The cancellation was announced by Rhonda Leininger, AACC director.-Posted 7.23, 11:45 am

2021-07-21 E-Edition

The Masterpiece Is Finished!

Archbold Mural Dedicated July 14


About 200 people attended a Wednesday, July 14 event, announced just two days before, to officially dedicate the Archbold mural. The crowd gathered on the sidewalk on the north side of Stryker Street, facing the imposing three-story artwork. Some spilled out into the westbound lane of Stryker Street, but there were no problems– not even close calls. “As I stood […]

Friday ‘Summer Shindig’ A Fun Family Outing

Bring the kids, blankets, and lawn chairs, and come out to the Archbold Area Chamber of Commerce “Summer Shindig,” Friday, July 23, at Ruihley Park. Rhonda Leininger, AACC director, said the event is family-oriented… “more like a picnic in the park.” The Archbold Lions Club will grill hamburgers, hot dogs, and brats from 4:30- 6:30 pm. An ice cream truck […]

Township Trustees Talk About Drainage Issues

The German Township Trustees discussed some drainage issues during their Monday, July 12 meeting. During the trustees’ June 28 meeting, Steve Short, Archbold, complained about storm water drainage in the area of Co. Rds. B-C and 25. Specifically, he asked that catch basins on Co. Rd. 25 north of Co. Rd. B-C be connected. One of the catch basins is […]

Storm Damages Tree

An afternoon storm, Thursday, July 15, knocked down a large portion of this tree in the 200 block of East Lutz Road. Part of this section of trunk ended up in the roadway. A village of Archbold crew was on hand to clear the road. Note how the old tree has rotted from the inside out.– photo by Mary Huber

News from the Pew & Pulpit


Lockport Mennonite Sunday: Rod & Rose Miller, greeters; Laurin Wyse, worship leader; Bluegrass Band, music; Barb Mabus, scripture. Message, “Who We Are and What We Do,” Matt Weaver. Sharing & prayer time, Steve Heatwole. West Clinton Mennonite Sunday: Sermon, “Doesn’t Your Teacher Pay Taxes?” Matthew 17:24-27; 22:15-22, Ryan Harker. Zion Mennonite Sunday: Karen Stuckey, prelude, interlude; quartet (Bonnie Stuckey, Anita […]

Couple Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Mr. and Mrs. Tim Meister, Bryan, will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on July 27, 2021. Tim Meister and Karen Hug were married July 27, 1996, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Edgerton, by Fr. Fred Duschl. They are celebrating with a family gathering. Cards may be sent to the couple at 509 Summerfield Lane, Bryan, OH 43506.

Births

Fulton Co. Health Center July 11: Tiffany & Kyle Ford, Liberty Center, boy. July 12: Linnea & Tyler Short, Liberty Center, girl. July 15: Michelle & Kyle Borton, Wauseon, boy.