Letters to the Editor

Ottawa Community Blood Drive

To the Editor, We would like to take this opportunity to thank all who helped at the Ottawa Community Blood Drive and the good donors who came to the drive at the Ottawa VFW on May 7. We will be able to continue to aid those who need blood products. We'd... Full story

Appreciation expressed for bloodmobile support

Letter to the Editor, We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers involved in helping make the February 24 Ottawa Community Blood Drive successful. We would also like to thank the Ottawa VFW for hosting the drive, and O-G Kids... Full story

Owners grateful for community support following fire

From Ron and Joyce Honigford

Letter to the editorOn the morning of Monday, Jan 26, our business was struck by a fire. Although it caused much damage to the building, we were very fortunate that none of the three people in the building at the time were injured. We are very thankful... Full story

Salute to the veterans

On Monday, November 10, Ottawa-Glandorf High School students presented a magnificent Veterans Day (formerly Armistice Day) program and luncheon honoring local veterans. Student council member Danielle Hershberger gave a warm welcome to the veterans and... Full story

Poor treatment of appointed observer

Lyle McKanna

To the Putnam County Board of Elections On Election Day evening an incident occurred at the election board office that should have never happened. One board member, Ann Dillinger, went way beyond her authority as a board member in ordering a Republican... Full story

Schroeders supports Jerwers race for commissioner

Jerwers for Putnam County Commissioner To the Editor Travis is a person of integrity, honesty and fairness. He will listen to the people of Putnam County and let the people decide on issues. Vote for Travis Jerwers. George H. Schroeder Glandorf... Full story

Daughter says Riepenhoff is a fighter for the individual

I would like to submit the following opinion letter to the editor: I am a biased citizen who would like to voice my support for Robert Riepenhoff for Putnam County Commissioner.  I am biased because I am one of his daughters, but I am supportive... Full story

Ellerbrock supports Riepenhoff in race for commissioner

To the people of Putnam County My name is Rose Ellerbrock, and as a former teacher and having lived in rural Leipsic for 49 years, my entire married life, I have come to know Bob Riepenhoff and his family quite well. I have followed his 24 years as... Full story

Vote Yes on Issue 27

Letter to the editor Please vote YES on Issue 27. On November 4, the voters of Putnam County will once again go to the polls to exercise their right to vote. Issue 27 is very important health levy that deserves our support. It is not an exaggeration... Full story

Home escape planning and practice

 To the Editor: If a fire broke out in your home, do you know how much time you would have to get out? Unfortunately, no one knows for sure. According to the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more than one out of every four... Full story

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