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Wapak Elementary Lights Up for Ronald McDonald House Kickoff

2 weeks ago | wapakdailynews.com | John Monahan

WAPAKONETA — The gymnasium at Wapakoneta Elementary School was buzzing with excitement Friday afternoon as hundreds of students packed the bleachers for a high-energy kickoff event supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton. At the heart of the celebration was a powerful message: kids helping kids. The school has a long-standing tradition of raising funds and collecting pop tabs for Ronald McDonald House, which provides free stays for families with children undergoing hospital care.
Area Program Speaks on Transformative Power of Music

4 weeks ago | wapakdailynews.com | John Monahan

On Tuesday, March 25th, the Center for Peace and Reconciliation in Lima, Ohio, hosted a remarkable event titled Healing Through Music. The evening, presented by the Lima Symphony Orchestra (LSO) in partnership with the Allen Oakwood Correctional Institution, showcased the transformative power of music within prison walls.
Live music events to feature all across Auglaize County

1 month ago | wapakdailynews.com | John Monahan

Spring is creeping in, bringing change, music, love, and a little bit of chaos. Whether you’re embracing a fresh start or holding on tight through life’s wild ride, one thing remains constant—music. The soundtracks of our lives are playing live, right here in West-Central Ohio. So raise a glass, lift your spirits, and turn up the volume on love, light, and loud guitars.
WMS Students Chosen for Statewide Young Artist Exhibit

1 month ago | wapakdailynews.com | Julie Koch

Vivian Fisher, 7th Grade and Reaghan Hammel, 5th grade, from Wapakoneta Middle School, were chosen as honored artists for the 45th Annual Youth Art Month and Young People’s Art Exhibition sponsored by the Ohio Art Education Association. Creative works from Ohio students K through 8 were on display at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. This year’s show includes 125 student artworks from all over the state. It's a great honor for Vivian and Reaghan to be a part of this exhibition.
Freedom Through Song

1 month ago | wapakdailynews.com | John Monahan

On a seasonally warm February evening, history and music intertwined at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ in St. Marys, as a crowd of 50 to 60 people gathered for a powerful presentation by Valerie Boyer.
Versailles' Crown Jewel: Lauren Rismiller

Jan 23, 2025 | wapakdailynews.com | John Monahan

There’s something magical about a small-town musician who dreams big, and 19-year-old Lauren Rismiller from Versailles, Ohio, is proving that magic is real. With a guitar in her hands and songs in her heart, Lauren is carving her path in the music world, drawing inspiration from artists like Taylor Swift, Jennifer Nettles, and the small-town roots that shaped her. Lauren’s journey into music began at just nine years old when she first stepped onto the stage at a talent show.
Redskins Fall Late to Cougars

Jan 18, 2025 | wapakdailynews.com | Cort Reynolds

VAN WERT – The visiting Wapakoneta boys basketball team lost a 57-47 battle at Western Buckeye League rival Van Wert Friday night. The Redskins were outscored 18-8 in the fourth quarter to break up a tie game heading into the final stanza. Wapakoneta fell to 5-8 overall and 1-4 in the WBL with the defeat, while the Cougars improved to 5-9 and 2-3 in WBL play after the win. “Offensively we did some good things,” said Redskin head coach Troy Elchert.
Wapak girls stymied by Bath

Jan 15, 2025 | wapakdailynews.com | Cort Reynolds

BATH – The visiting Wapakoneta girls basketball team lost 40-30 to Bath in a Western Buckeye League game Tuesday night. The Lady Redskin shooting was as cold as the frigid weather outside over the final 24 minutes. Wapakoneta scored half of its points in the first period, yet went scoreless in the second stanza. Bath outscored the Redskin girls 32-15 in the second half to pull off the comeback victory. The defeat dropped the Lady Redskin record to 4-11 overall and 1-4 in the WBL.
Wapakoneta Bowlers Split with St. Marys

Jan 11, 2025 | wapakdailynews.com | Cort Reynolds

WAPAKONETA – The host Wapakoneta bowling teams split a crucial dual match with Western Buckeye League rival St. Marys at Astro Lanes Thursday evening. The Wapakoneta boys decisively defeated St. Marys by a final score of 2,965 to 2,677 pins to stay in good shape for the conference regular season title chase. The Redskin boys improved to 4-1 overall and 4-1 in WBL action with the victory to achieve a virtual tie for first place with Celina (11-1, 5-1 WBL).
WMS Spelling Bee

Jan 9, 2025 | wapakdailynews.com | Julie Koch

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