Putnam County Sentinel

12/26/2025

Democrat Marilyn Zayas will run against Republican Dan Hawkins for his Supreme Court seat in 2026. Story link in the comments.

12/26/2025

Grove takes first in NWC Scholastic Bowl Tournament
LIMA — Columbus Grove took home top honors at the 2025 Northwest Conference Scholastic Bowl Tournament held Friday, Dec. 19, at The Ohio State University at Lima.

12/25/2025

Thanks so much for your continued support of your local newspaper! From all of us at CherryRoad Media to all of you, have a safe and merry Christmas!

12/24/2025

Water rates, body worn camera footage, Columbus Grove YMCA discussed at Columbus Grove Village Council.

12/24/2025

Not enough room in print to show it all - these photos of the proposed downtown Ottawa streetscape project were shared with The Sentinel by Choice One Engineers, who presented the plan to council Monday night.

12/24/2025

It's a bummer when there's not enough room to print all the photos we take. If you check out the Sentinel's story about the last village council meeting of the year, you'll see that Douglas Schroeder was honored for his 17 years working for the village, and was presented with a proclamation designating December 31-January 6, 2026 as Douglas Schroeder week in Ottawa. We have the photos and we wanted you to see them.

Also covered, a contentious discuss about water, sewer and annexation, what to do with a forfeited vehicle, a plan for revitalizing Ottawa's downtown, and a friendly passing of the torch between exiting council member Jake Schroeder and incoming council member Chance Fry.

Story link in the comments.

12/23/2025

Talk about a PACKED Ottawa Village Council meeting last night! Holy Moley! We'll break it all down for you tomorrow AND we'll tell you what THIS PHOTO is all about. Have you subscribed yet? 99¢ for three months is about 1¢ per day, and it helps keep the story of Putnam County going every week!

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12/23/2025

Follow Santa's whereabouts with the Putnam County Sheriff's Office!

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12/22/2025

Hey parents, you can get your kids interested in reading the news AND fuel that Christmas excitement with this month's Get 2 Know column. Read it to your littles; Get 2 Know: SANTA CLAUS! It's available in print on newsstands now and online (read online for free).

https://putnamsentinel.com/get-2-know-santa-claus/

12/22/2025

Pandora Mayor bids exiting council members a thankful adieu at last 2025 meeting.

12/22/2025

You're a winner! If you see your name, you're a winner of our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway!

Laurie G. Always Blessed Gifts
Justine B. The Pizzeria
Carol B. Beckman Jewelers
Thomas W. Bell Auto
Greg C. Cancun Restaurant
Kim L. Country K9
Becki K. ERA Geyer Noakes Realty
Cora K. Flower Fort
Janet K. Heringhaus Furniture
Mike B. Indian Trail
Robert W. Ottawa True Value
Ronald D Schnipke Tire
Joan H. Siefker Real Estate & Auction Co.

12/18/2025

Two years ago, Layla’s family from Ottawa, Ohio stayed with us during the holidays. This week, they returned — not as guests, but as givers. ❤️

Their family and community in Putnam County came together to donate three carts full of holiday gifts, along with a monetary donation, to support families currently staying at the House. With multiple relatives who have stayed here in the past, their generosity is a powerful reminder of how our RMHC family continues to pay it forward.

We are so grateful for families and communities who continue to support one another and help keep families close when it matters most. Thank you for turning gratitude into action this season. 🎄✨