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[$] Society hosts First Family banquet

November 17, 2009

Defiance County Genealogical Society met recently for its annual banquet to honor First Families of Defiance County. To qualify as a First Family, prospective members need to prove their lineage to their early... Read Story.

Interiors: Valuable household tidbits

November 17, 2009

I receive many e-mails offering useful and interesting ideas on what can be done to improve home interiors. Here are some bits and pieces of information that might... Read Story.

Decorate with wreaths that wow

November 17, 2009

I love gorgeous garland. I adore shimmering, showy Christmas-tree ornaments. And I've never met a set of holiday dishes that hasn't set my heart on fire. But if I had to... Read Story.

[$] Belize, Mexico, highlight couple's cruise

November 16, 2009

Colleen Kaufman and Nate Wiseman were married 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church by Father Todd Dominique. Parents of the couple are Staci Kaufman, Van Wert, and Doug Kaufman,... Read Story.

[$] Cleveland duo and James Umble slated to perform

November 16, 2009

Two Cleveland Orchestra violinists, one who also performs on piano, will be joined by an alto saxophonist in the next performance on the Defiance Community Cultural Council Moats Enterprises Sunday at... Read Story.

[$] Veterans given encouragement

November 16, 2009

Defiance Citizens in Action Service Organization (CIA), honored local veterans in celebration of Veteran's Day last week. An American flag was donated to Defiance Elementary School by the organization. CIA member and Vietnam veteran, Ken Kregg, with... Read Story.

[$] NARFE will meet Nov. 19

November 16, 2009

NARFE will meet Nov. 19 at noon for lunch in the Courtyard Cafe at Defiance Regional Medical Center followed by the meeting in the Auglaize... Read Story.

[$] Celebrating 50 years

November 15, 2009

HAMLER -- Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Fintel of Hamler are celebrating their golden wedding anniversary today. Laurence Fintel and Marian Badenhop were married Nov. 15, 1959, in St. John's Lutheran Church, Freedom Township, Napoleon, by Rev. George Maassel. ... Read Story.

Terry Collins, director of the Ohio Department of

November 15, 2009

Terry Collins, director of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, talks to reporters during a press conference in Columbus Friday concerning changes to the state's lethal injection... Read Story.

Traveling in Far East, new time zone in store for Shong

November 15, 2009

Traveling in Far East, new time zone in store for Shong ANGELA ASSAF cnlife@crescent-news.com "People always want to speak with the supervisor," is an axiomatic truth in the area of business known as customer service said Roger Shong. A former U.S.... Read Story.

Ohio Historical Society sites offer family holiday events

November 15, 2009

Ohio Historical Society sites offer family holiday events From a sparkling holiday dinner in the home of a U.S. president to the sight of Serpent Mound outlined by luminarias for winter solstice, Ohio Historical Society sites offer unique ways to... Read Story.

Life Lines

November 15, 2009

NEW ARRIVALS A daughter, AVERY QUINN, born Sept. 25 to CARSRON and AMY TAYLOR, Lexington, Ky. Grandparents are DAVID and SHIRLEY BROWNS, Defiance, DWIGHT and DONNA TAYLOR, Johnson City, Tenn., and KAYE TAYLOR, Knoxville, Tenn. * * * * * A daughter,... Read Story.

At the 7 p.m. Tuesday meeting of Historic

November 15, 2009

At the 7 p.m. Tuesday meeting of Historic Homes of Defiance in Frank Baker Inn, 821 S. Clinton St., Dianne Kline of Defiance County Genealogy Society will present a program on the organization and tips for researching family history. The public is... Read Story.

Bring out the inner you with holiday home decor

November 15, 2009

Bring out the inner you with holiday home decor ROSEMARY FRIEDMANN Scripps Howard News Service The accessories in your home reflect your personality. Since Halloween has passed, you can now concentrate on Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations, so let's... Read Story.

Five generations of the Rita Folk family were

November 15, 2009

Five generations of the Rita Folk family were recently gathered. Seated are Folk (left), holding her great-great-granddaughter, Charity Arps; and Julie Tishhouse, Charity's great-grandmother. Standing are Krystle Phillips (left), mother of Charity; and... Read Story.

Relationship: Do what you like to do

November 15, 2009

Relationship: Do what you like to do By BARTON GOLDSMITH Scripps Howard News Service Every time I see a good concert or musical, I am on a natural high for at least a week. A few are standouts, and even if the show didn't knock my socks off, it's almost... Read Story.

Daughters of the American Revolution welcomed Tanya Brunner

November 15, 2009

Daughters of the American Revolution welcomed Tanya Brunner of Defiance County Veterans Office, as its guest speaker for the recent program held in the home of member Lenore Webb. Talking with Brunner (center), here are co-hostesses Ann Howard (left),... Read Story.

[$] Enjoy trip to northern, Mich.

November 15, 2009

Enjoy trip to northern, Mich. Stacy George and Bryan Begg were married 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in Trinity United Methodist Church by Rev. James Ernst. Parents of the couple are Jerry and Lea Ann Hayes of Defiance, and the late Bruce George, and... Read Story.

Inviting flower girl to adults-only reception By CARLEY

November 15, 2009

Inviting flower girl to adults-only reception By CARLEY RONEY Scripps Howard News Service Q: We're having an adults-only reception, but we're having a flower girl at the ceremony. Should we invite her to the reception? And what age equals an adult... Read Story.

Fifty-five Plus club will meet Tuesday in St.

November 15, 2009

Fifty-five Plus club will meet Tuesday in St. Michael's Catholic Church, the Ridge, for Mass followed by... Read Story.

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