The Credit Union in Woodburn known as Financial Partners Federal Credit Union celebrated their grand-reopening on Tuesday, September 16th with snacks and food for the town. David Shuey, CEO, stated, “We wanted to modernize the look. It really creates a good feel for our customers.” Offices remained open serving clients in the community while the…
Hicksville Overpowers Archer Volleyball
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The Aces clearly dominated the Archers with both teams working very hard for the win.The Aces hosted the Archers on Tuesday, September 23. The Antwerp JV team won in 2 sets, with the guests hoping it would be similar for the varsity. The game started with Hicksville pulling in 3 points quickly before Antwerp earned…
Woodlan Defeats Eagles at Homecoming
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The Warriors had another good win, this time at home.The Bowman Leadership Academy travelled from Gary, Indiana to compete against the Warriors at the Woodlan homecoming game on Friday, September 19. The evening started with a fun time, having each class present the floats they made for the parade. Music of the Ages was the…
Paulding Falls to the Bearcats
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The Panther football team played at home this weekend against Spencerville, Friday, September 20. The first quarter was completely in the favor of the Bearcats. The only quarter where Paulding outscored the opponent was the fourth. The final score was 60-26. Treston Gonzales scored 2 touchdowns while Preston Ingol scored 1 touchdown. Total offensive yards…
Paulding Struggles for Win at Home
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Paulding lady Panthers took on Bluffton on Tuesday, September 16 at home. The first game was close for Paulding. The second game was not. The third looked like the Lady Panthers could win. Unfortunately, it could not be pulled off for the home team. Final Score: Bluffton over Paulding 25-18, 27-25, 15-25, 25-20. Paulding Leaders:…
Antwerp Girls Win Against DJ in Tight Match
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The Varsity Girls game took place at Delphos Jefferson on Monday, September 8. It was a very long, very close match with no set differing by more than two points. It could have gone either way quickly. Antwerp’s Kiana Recker was on top her game leading in digs. The Archers worked together to pull this…
ALERT: West Bend News Site Availablity Notice
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Pictures will still be availableThe increased traffic of West Bend News Readers have made it necessary to upgrade our servers. throughout the next few days there may be delays or times where the site is not accessible. We appreciate all of our readers and especially your patience as we make the transition. Pictures will still…
Annabelle Weisgerber Breaks Defiance HS Golf Record
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At the Antwerp Girls Golf Invitational at Pond-A-River Golf Course on Tuesday, September 2nd Annabelle Weisgerber, senior at Defiance High School, broke the 9 hole golf record for the school. Last year she had broke the 18-hole record, and her final season set the 9-hole new record of 36. Her parents are Mary & Jack…
Returned to You Opens New Location
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Nobody likes Collection Agencies right? You might not be able to get past how likable Anne is. Anne Reinhart began her collection work over eight years ago with Barb’s Check Cashing Service. Since then she has gained experience from working at Van Wert County Hospital working for their collections department. Returned to You Opened in…
Antwerp Defies Odds, Bombs Edon
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Monster win for the Archer Boys Team!People have been down on Antwerp football the last several years. It’s stats and numbers have dropped. Players decreased, only one win last year. Next year it’s already planned to not have a varsity team. It sounds depressing. None of this stopped the team. Eden travelled to the Archer…
Wayne Trace Takes Trophy Once Again
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Both teams showed promising results for the first game of the season.I would like to say the game between Paulding and Wayne Trace was close, but it was not at all. Both teams worked hard but only walked away with the trophy. The home team opened the game with the first touchdown at 10 minutes…
Raider Nation Football is Ready for Liftoff
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The 2013 Football team couldn’t imagine of making it as far as they did last year. The state championship is only a dream for most schools but last year it was reality. Even though Wayne Trace lost several great players to graduation, there are plenty more top notch players who are back and ready to…
Heckley Automotive Expands into New Market
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Heckley Auto & Diesel Service has been a family-owned local company servicing all makes of cars & trucks since opening their doors in April of 1993. Owners, Kevin & Tiffany Heckley, expanded the business in July of 2004 to include the sales and service of lawn & garden equipment. This July, they expanded the company once…
