Raiders rout Pilots

HAVILAND – In a Green Meadows Conference battle, host Wayne Trace routed visiting Ayersville 13-1 in ACME baseball action Wednesday evening.

Celebrating Verena and Daniel Ray’s wedding day

Lovina is taking this week off from the column to rest up after her busy week hosting Verena and Daniel Ray’s wedding. I am her “English” friend Ruth, and I helped Lovina last week by running errands and was able to attend the wedding so I will share a little about that.

Why fundamentals are still the key to success

In today’s sports world, it’s easy to get caught up in flashy moves, big plays and highlight reels. But underneath all the excitement, one thing remains clear across every level of competition: mastering the fundamentals is what truly leads to success.

Baumle’s run sends WT past Fairview

SHERWOOD – The ACME sectional tournament saw a pair of Green Meadows Conference members square off at Fairview High School Sunday evening with visiting Wayne Trace blanking the Apaches 1-0.

Raiders blank Eagles in tourney opener

SHERWOOD – In the ACME tournament opener on Saturday, Wayne Trace blanked North Central 11-0 to advance to the winner’s bracket final.

First Financial Bank completes successful book drive in Paulding, Van Wert

PAULDING – June 27, 2025 – First Financial Bank (Nasdaq: FFBC) teamed up with associates and community members on a successful book drive in May, with 189 books dropped off in bins at the First Financial locations in Paulding and Van Wert, and a grand total of 5,726 books dropped off in First Financial locations in four states. These books will now be donated to local schools, libraries and nonprofit organizations in areas served by the bank.

Chad Eugene Jay

Chad Eugene Jay, 52, was called home June 23, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous 5-year battle with cancer.