Dotting My Teas By: Marlene Oxender One of the greeting cards in my gratitude journal is a card I’d received from my friend Cassie Baden. She was a phone buddy of mine, and I miss her and her encouraging ways. Although Cassie’s hands were crippled with rheumatoid, she managed to write beautiful, inspiring words in…
First Church of Christ, Hicksville, Ohio, is excited to welcome new Lead Pastor Eric Bass. Eric has been involved in ministry since his college days, volunteering with churches in southern California, central Minnesota, and – for a short stint – Santiago, Dominican Republic. Ordained in 1997, Eric served as the worship pastor of Cedar Creek…
HICKSVILLE, OH: Bonnie Jean Poper, 94, of Hicksville, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, in her home surrounded by her family. Bonnie was born January 18, 1931, in Woodburn, Indiana, daughter of the late Glen and Lula (Donat) Kees. She was a 1951 graduate of Hicksville High School. Bonnie married Ira Allen Poper on…
Winter days are drab and dreary, so why not spend some time at the beach?! Join the gals of the Pemberton College Champion swim team at their annual beach coast reunion when the Huber Opera House in Hicksville presents The Sweet Delilah Swim Club. The story of five unforgettable women who set aside a long…
HICKSVILLE, OH: Michael A. Swing, 84, of Hicksville, formerly of Harlan, passed away January 16, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. Michael was born in Harlan on June 11, 1940, a son of the late Doris (Powell) & Joseph Swing. Michael grew up deeply connected to his community and school in the Harlan area,…
The Johnson Memorial Library in Hicksville has been awarded a generous $10,000 grant to support the second phase of its renovation and remodeling project. This grant underscores the commitment to improving community facilities and enhancing services for local residents. The funding will assist in continuing updates to the library, providing a more modern and accessible…
Siberian Solstice, a Trans Siberian Orchestra Tribute band, is beginning its 18th season on the road this year. Made up of 10 members on stage from the tri-star area, this band has remained a holiday tradition for families and individuals that have attended their concerts. According to founding member and band manager David Coonrod of Defiance Ohio, the band started…
The Antwerp Chamber of Commerce spotlight for October is one of our Independent Consultants. Judy Hook is an independent consultant and owner of Ageless Reflexology LLC located in Hicksville, Ohio. Judy’s business began as she was searching for ways to support her health naturally which had become a priority for her. After walking through cancer…
Hicksville, OH – August 30, 2024 – The Defiance County, Ohio, Court of Common Pleas (the “Court”), has appointed Gibbins Advisors (Ohio), LLC, acting through its manager Ronald Winters, as receiver (the “Receiver”) over Community Memorial Hospital (“CMH”) operated by the Mark Milford Hicksville Joint Township Hospital District (the “District”). The receivership was commenced upon the…
Jackson Wagner of Hicksville recently earned his Eagle Scout with a project involving Christ’s Cupboard. Jackson started his scouting journey as a cub scout with Pack 28. Dawn Ish was his den leader throughout his cub scout ranks. He was a Tiger, Wolf, and Bear cub then he was a Webelo and crossed over earning…
Submitted by: Caroline Longardner The Hicksville Historical Society now fully owns and maintains the beautiful St. Paul’s Episcopal Church built in 1873. The goal is to build the volunteer base of those interested in preserving and sharing this Hicksville history. St. Paul’s Church is opened the first Wednesday of each month from 3:00-5:00 p.m., July…
St John Lutheran, 812 East High Street, Hicksville is happy to announce their Vacation Bible School from July 22-26. The theme this year is CAMP FIRELIGHT, a summer camp adventure with God, based on Psalm 56:3. It will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. with an overnight camp out planned for Friday night. A fun week…
