By: PAULDING COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM 20 Years Ago From the Paulding County Process of Dec. 17, 2004: Wayne Trace Local School Board welcomed Lori Davis as the district’s new treasurer. A credit union in Antwerp was the target of a second armed robbery in less than two months. No one was injured during the robbery.…
Category: Community
John Paulding VFW Post 587 Supports Paulding County Trails Project with Generous Donation
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•By: Erica Noggle Paulding, OH – The Paulding County Trails Project is thrilled to announce a generous donation of $500 from the John Paulding VFW Post 587. This marks the first in a series of contributions from the VFW, demonstrating their commitment to supporting community development and recreational opportunities in Paulding County. “We are deeply…
Paulding Area Chamber Announces Winners of Holiday Window Decorating Contest
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•By: Erica Noggle Paulding, OH: The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s highly anticipated Holiday Window Decorating Contest, which brought joy, creativity, and festive cheer to the community. Limitless by PC Workshop captured the hearts of the community, earning the coveted People’s Choice Award with its imaginative…
Slow Start Costs Archers
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•A slow start to Friday’s non-league boys basketball game Friday night proved to be the difference as Fort Jennings jumped in front quickly and went on to a 59-49 victory over Antwerp. The Musketeers opened up an eight-point lead at the end of one period at 22-14 and the Putnam County squad added to it…
Paulding VFW Donation to Franklin B Walter Scholarship
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•The Western Buckeye Educational Service Center participates in the Franklin B. Walter All-Scholastic Award’s Program that was established by the Ohio Superintendent’s Educational Service Center Association to promote student achievement and recognize outstanding students. Eligible students for this award must demonstrate outstanding academic achievements as indicated by high school test scores along with success both…
PCBW This Week: Reclaimed Living
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•This week, we dive into a new endeavor in Paulding County. We talk with board members Doug Schlatter, Jane Nice, and Dave Nice about the new Reclaimed Living Sober Transitional House and how it will benefit Paulding County. Big thank you to OhioMeansJobs for sponsoring this program. You can tune in on Tuesdays & Thursdays…
Temple of Praise Receives Generous Moose Grant for Food Pantry
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•The Defiance Moose Lodge #2094 has demonstrated its commitment to community welfare by awarding a $1,000 grant to the Temple of Praise. This funding will play a significant role in supporting the Temple’s food pantry, which serves local residents in need. The grant presentation was marked by a photo opportunity featuring Pastor Ruben Laguna of…
Clothes for Kids Receives $1,000 Grant from Zonta Club of Defiance
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•Clothes for Kids, a program under the Defiance Area Foundation, has been awarded a $1,000 grant by the Zonta Club of Defiance. This generous donation will go toward purchasing clothing for students in Defiance County, ensuring children have access to essential items as they head to school. The collaboration between local organizations continues to make…
ANTWERP POLICE REPORTS
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•On November 15 – A welfare check was requested on a resident. Additionally on this date, a report was made regarding a sex offense that occurred outside of Antwerp’s jurisdiction. Officers advised the individual to file the report in the jurisdiction where the assault occurred. On November 16 – Officers stopped a dirt bike driving…
Lucas speaks to kiwanis
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•The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Laurie Lucas,Habitat for Humanity, Paulding County, as the guest speakers at the December 5, 2024, club meeting. Laurie came at the invitation of Jane Gray, (Fellow Kiwanian). Laurie spoke to the Kiwanians about the growth of Habitat throughout the years and changes that have been made. Habitat has given families…
The Left Turn
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•By: Ron Burt Let’s start this week by sending congratulations to Great Lakes Super Sprint driver Max Stambaugh. He was honored to be the 2024 Dayton Auto Race Fans Club, Dirt Driver of The Year. Great Lakes Super Sprints is an exciting traveling sprint series of full sized winged sprint cars that travels the Great…
Nedderman Appointed to Serve on OSBA Investment Committee
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•Vantage Career Center is proud to announce that Board member, Mr. Lonnie Nedderman (Crestview Local Schools), a dedicated 20-year member of Vantage’s Board of Education, has been appointed to serve on the Investment Committee for the Northwest Region of the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA). This prestigious appointment underscores Nedderman’s expertise in financial stewardship and…
Defiance Area YMCA Awarded $23,750 Grant for Childcare Program Expansion
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•The Defiance Area YMCA has received a substantial $23,750 grant during the Defiance Area Foundation’s fall 2024 grant cycle. This funding will be used to expand the YMCA’s childcare program by replacing furniture, purchasing new cubbies, and acquiring two new smart boards, among other enhancements. This investment underscores the commitment to providing quality childcare services…