Wildcats Volleyball Claims Top-Ten State Ranking
Kalida, OH · October 7, 2026
Harvest combines are humming past the edge of town early this morning. With mild sunshine lined up for the afternoon, it is a fine day to keep the car windows rolled down.
The Lead
Kalida’s varsity volleyball squad enters the final stretch of regular-season play with substantial statewide momentum, capturing the No. 9 spot in the latest Ohio High School Volleyball Coaches Association Division VII rankings. Carrying a 14-4 record, the Wildcats find themselves in the thick of a loaded Northwest District E field that features four state-ranked powerhouses from the Putnam County League, including Leipsic at No. 7, Ottoville at No. 10, and Miller City at No. 14. With tournament seeds on the line before the official district draw this Sunday, every remaining set counts. Sectional play kicks off on home courts across the area on October 19, but the Wildcats must first navigate a road matchup at Pandora-Gilboa on Thursday evening to lock down their regular-season resume.
Local Pulse
Kindergarteners Inducted Into Pride House Teams Schools Kalida Elementary welcomed its newest students into multi-grade leadership houses this week to build cross-grade mentorship and character.
Riverstone Tavern Prepares Downtown Broad Space Business Renovation work continues at the former Hoyt’s building, preparing a fresh casual dining option for village residents.
Today's Outlook
- High 76°F · Low 50°F — Partly cloudy
- Mild afternoon warmth makes this an ideal day to enjoy lunch outside before evening cools.
What's On Around Town
Today
Story Time Putnam County District Library (136 Old Ohio 12), Ottawa, 10:00 AM · Free Stories, rhymes, and creative activities for toddlers and young learners.
Tractor Supply Food Truck Pop-Up Tractor Supply Co. (203 Meadowglen Dr), Ottawa, 11:30 AM–7:00 PM Fresh lobster rolls and coastal specialties parked outside all afternoon.
Mexican Train Dominoes Continental United Methodist Church (541 S Main St), Continental, 1:00 PM · Free Casual tile gameplay and social connection for area older adults.
Tomorrow
- Caring for Caregivers Putnam County HomeCare and Hospice (575 Old State Rte 12), Ottawa, 2:00–3:00 PM · Free
- Book Discussion: Pachinko Fort Jennings Branch Library (655 N Water St), Fort Jennings, 5:30 PM · Free
- Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Ottawa-Glandorf Kalida High School, 7:00 PM
Friday
- Titan Homecoming Tailgate First National Bank (855 N Locust St), Ottawa, 5:00–6:00 PM · Free
- Homecoming Parade Ottawa-Glandorf High School, Ottawa, 5:30–6:30 PM · Free
Spotlight & Story
- Kalida Truck Equipment Founded in 1975, the family-owned upfitter nearly cratered when a 2001 winter brought almost zero snowfall. Owners Ken Kahle, Greg Recker, and Joe Recker pivoted hard, betting everything on municipal roadside mowers to keep their Kalida installation bays humming year-round.
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