Ohio Governor DeWine to be Featured Speaker
On February 12th, 2020, Paulding County Commissioner’s, along with other dignitaries will be celebrating the Bicentennial of Paulding County with a ceremony to formally launch the county’s 200th birthday year.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine will be the featured speaker, along with other county leaders involved with the Bicentennial Celebration who plan to discuss the past, present, and future of what makes Paulding County such a great place to live.
The Bicentennial Opening Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, February 12 at 6pm at the Branch Christian Church located at 109 N. Main Street on the square in Paulding.
“We are inviting the entire community to mark the beginning of a very special year for Paulding County. Our County’s 200th birthday will be a time to celebrate everything that is truly special about our community,” said Paulding County Commissioner Tony Zartman.
The Opening Ceremony is free and open to the public, but seats are limited. Tickets for the public will be available starting January 16th at the Paulding County Commissioner’s Office. Following the ceremony, guests will then be invited over to the Paulding County Courthouse where a large-scale gallery of past and present photographs will be on display.
2020 merchandise featuring the official Bicentennial 2020 logo (mugs and t-shirts) will be available to purchase too. With all proceeds benefiting the John Paulding Historical Society. Other prizes will be given away and the Bicentennial Committee will also unveil a special opportunity for Paulding County residents.
“This celebration is all about getting the community fired up with hometown pride,” said Kim Sutton, President of the John Paulding Historical Society. “Understanding and appreciating events from our county’s history helps us as we find our way in the future.”
