August 2025

JOHN BRADY

JOHN BRADY 1945-2025  Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, John (“Jack”) Edward Brady, age 80, passed from this life surrounded by family on August 9, 2025, at The Ohio State…

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Top 5 moments to look forward to this fall at the Niswonger

VAN WERT, Ohio – As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, the Niswonger Performing Arts Center is ready to deliver a season packed with unforgettable experiences. This fall, five incredible shows promise to fill the auditorium with music, laughter, and memory-making moments before the holiday season begins. Here are the top five highlights you won’t want to miss:

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Defiance College kicks off Swarm Week 2025 with week of tradition and celebration

DEFIANCE, OH – For the second year in a row, Defiance College is poised to welcome a record-breaking class to campus. The excitement builds as the College launches Swarm Week 2025 this Friday, a beloved tradition full of energy, camaraderie, and community spirit. The weeklong series of events not only celebrates the incoming Yellow Jackets but also helps them settle in, make connections, and begin their DC academic journey with a strong sense of community. For many incoming students, Swarm Week represents the start of an exciting new journey. “I’m excited to start this new chapter in my hometown—meeting new people, learning new things, and growing both academically and personally at Defiance College.” —Abel Rubio, Incoming Freshman

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Weather enhances crop diseases

Some crop diseases are intensifying and being enhanced by current weather conditions. Cool night time temperatures (below 700 F), humid conditions, and wet leaves enhance tar spot in corn. Tar Spot is often helped by August and September weather conditions. Red Crown Rot in soybeans is also being found in Ohio.

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