The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Tim Copsey, Director (Paulding County Economic Development, Paulding, Ohio)as the guest speaker at the October 31, 2024, club meeting. Tim came at the invitation of John Daeger (Paulding VFW Post 587, Commander and Fellow Kiwanian).Tim spoke to the Kiwanians about the many benefits of Land Banks in…
“Let’s Trim the Tree” is the theme for the annual Festival of Trees at Paulding County History Museum in Paulding. The festival opened Nov. 8 and continues through Saturday, Nov. 16. It’s not too late to enjoy the meals and local live entertainment on the schedule. Admission and parking are free. Donations are greatly appreciated.…
Carol Razo was the guest of Rotary Member Kristine Stuart at our meeting on 10-31-2024 Her program discussed the upcoming Crane Township Bicentennial, coming up in August of 2025. Many activities such as Hog Roast, Homemade Ice Cream, and guided Nature Tours as Crane Twp. Turns 200 years old. This was a very great presentation…
By: Staci Miller, FFA Advisor On November 5th, the Ohio Foundation announced the list of members who will receive a FFA jacket through the Ohio FFA Foundation’s Blue Jacket program. The Paulding FFA had several first-year members apply to receive a jacket by filling out a few essay questions about their future plans in the…
Congratulations to Paulding High School Senior Brooklynn Bakle who signed her letter of intent to continue her softball career and her education at Bluffton University!
Roy W Klopfenstein has been re-elected to serve a second term as State Representative for the 82nd Ohio House District which consists of Putnam, Van Wert, Paulding, and part of Defiance Counties. During his first term, Klopfenstein served as vice chairman of the Agriculture Committee along with positions on the State and Local Government, Transportation…
All across the US small businesses and customers alike are getting excited for Small Business Saturday this year. Antwerp is going to celebrate Shop Antwerp First on November 23rd, a week before the traditional Small Business Saturday. This is a very important way to support the small businesses in your own towns and communities. Small…
On October 19 a resident of E. River St. reported that her mom and step-father had trespassed on her property by leaving a vehicle on her property. On October 21 an unruly juvenile was reported at residence at North Garden Apartments. The officer investigated and deescalated the situation by allowing the juvenile to go with…
Premier Bank recently donated a check to the Defiance Area Foundation (DAF) for $10,000. This gift will be used to sponsor the 2025 formal gala event, to be held on October 4, 2025. “Our gala is so much more than an elaborate dinner; it is a vital gathering that will fuel the Defiance Area Foundation’s…
Paulding scored 46 straight points and captured a county rivalry win as the Panthers cruised to a 46-6 victory over Antwerp at Archer Field Friday night (October 25th) in Green Meadows Conference football action. The victory, which moves the Panthers to 7-3 overall on the season and 4-3 in the league, clinches a second straight…
Woodlan runners compete at the IHSAA New Haven Cross Country Regionals. Katy Niles ran a season PR of 19:13.4 and qualified for the IHSAA State Cross Country meet November 2nd in Terre Haute. Other Woodlan Warriors that competed at the regional cross-country meet was Layla Hodson (22:31.2), Jeremiah Troyer (17:25.8) and Collin Klepper (18:42.8). Congratulations…
Three wrestlers from the Wayne Trace wrestling program traveled to Des Moines, Iowa to compete at the Brian Keck Preseason National Tournament on October 25th and 26th. The event brings high level competition represented by all states. Corbin Kimmel wrestled in the 120-pound weight class for the tournament. The senior finished in the top sixteen…
The Defiance County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society met recently at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Defiance to hold their annual business meeting and elections. Officers elected for 2025-2026 are: President – Rhonda Casler; Vice-President – Summer Searfoss; Recording Secretary – Mary Williams; Treasurer – Dan Hasch; Corresponding Secretary – Dianne Kline;…
