Broad Street’s New Tavern Opens Doors for the Season
Kalida, OH · September 27, 2026
A thick river fog is clinging to the fields and rooftops this morning, but it should burn off just in time for an easy Sunday drive.
The Lead
Downtown Kalida’s south commercial corridor has a fresh gathering spot as Riverstone Tavern settles into regular service at 409 South Broad Street. Owner Amy Selhorst spent months renovating the familiar former Hoyt’s building, stripping the interior down to install polished stone surfaces, warm industrial accents, and an expanded kitchen designed to handle full dinner crowds. For a village where dining choices are deeply cherished and few in number, bringing a dormant storefront back to life provides both local jobs and another evening option within walking distance of nearby neighborhoods. Early patrons have packed the dining room for weekday specials and weekend gatherings, prompting management to add kitchen staff heading into the busy autumn festival and sports season. The kitchen is testing several seasonal comfort-food additions ahead of next weekend’s dinner rush.
Local Pulse
Heavy Rain Pushes Route 190 Reopening Roads State transportation officials extended the highway detour through mid-October as crews finish raising the profile and replacing two culverts.
Homecoming Orders Close Monday at High School Schools Students and families have until tomorrow afternoon to submit apparel orders at the office ahead of spirit week festivities.
Today's Outlook
- High 74°F · Low 41°F — Fog
- Keep your headlights on through the morning fog, then enjoy comfortable afternoon warmth.
What's On Around Town
Today
Salvation Army Car Show Faurot Park Pavilion, Lima, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM Classic cars, food concessions, and community fundraising in the park.
ABATE Region 3 Toy Run Allen County Fairgrounds (2750 Harding Hwy), Lima, Noon–3:00 PM Sheriff-escorted charity motorcycle ride supporting holiday toy drives for local children.
STEAM on the Quad The Quad at Ohio State Lima (4240 Campus Dr), Lima, 1:00–4:00 PM · Free Interactive science exhibits, planetarium shows, and live animal demonstrations for families.
Tomorrow
- Storytime Putnam County District Library Kalida Branch (301 N 3rd St), 10:00 AM · Free
- Android Photography Workshop Putnam County District Library Continental Branch (301 S 6th St), Continental, 1:30 PM · Free
Tuesday
- Diamond Art Workshop Putnam County District Library Columbus Grove Branch (317 N Main St), Columbus Grove, 5:00 PM · Free
- Teen Breakout Challenge Putnam County District Library Ottawa Branch (136 Putnam Pkwy), Ottawa, 5:00 PM · Free
- Wildcats Volleyball at Miller City Miller City High School, Miller City, 6:30 PM
Spotlight & Story
- Dick's Steak House When Dick Unverferth bought the Reynolds Brothers' eatery in 1949 and renamed it, he anchored a Broad Street staple. Rebuilt after a 1995 fire under longtime owner Todd Laudick, the tables still fill for hand-breaded chicken, steaks, and house-made French dressing.
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