Category: Community

Van Wingen – Laisure Engagement

Heather Van Wingen and John Laisure would like to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Heather is the daughter of Mary Reno, of Greenville MI, and Larry Van Wingen, of Baldwin, MI. John is the son of Ron and Barb Laisure, of Antwerp. The bride-elect is a 1998 graduate of Hudsonville High School, Hudsonville, MI…

Paulding Adds 3 Teams to Hall of Fame

The Paulding High School proudly announced three new teams being added to the Hall of Fame on Friday, August 30 before the big football game against Wayne Trace, opening the 2013 season. You can watch the presentation below. It lasts a little over 30 minutes. 1957 FOOTBALL TEAM The 1957 Paulding High School football team…

Rep. Phyllis Pond Steps Down

Speaker Bosma Statement on Rep. Pond’s Resignation STATEHOUSE – “It is with a heavy heart that I announce Rep. Phyllis Pond’s decision to resign as a member of the House of Representatives. Due to her recent diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis, Rep. Pond has formally notified me and has determined it necessary to resign effective Oct.…

Tipton – Schneider Engagement

Wayne and Jamie Tipton of Defiance, announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Elizabeth Anne, to Zackary Andrew, the son of Gerry and Kay Schneider of Westphalia, Michigan. The bride elect is a 2005 graduate of Paulding High School and a 2007 graduate of Owens Community College with an associate’s degree in dental…

Gustoso Sweets light up in Antwerp

GustosoA new store just opened in Antwerp on Monday, August 12. It’s called Gustoso Sweets LLC. They are a full-service bakery – specifically sweet baked goods. Delicacies include donuts, cookies, muffins, coffee, tea, cinnamon rolls, fritters, bread, etc. All of the goods are baked or made fresh daily and the jelly donuts are injected first thing in the morning.

Al and Jen Manella decided to open the store a while back when they saw the Antwerp’s grocery store – River Street Market – was going to open again. Al talked with Doug Bragg, owner of River Street Market, and it was decided to open the previously closed bakery.

The new full-service bakery will be open Monday through Saturday from 6 AM to 6 PM and Sunday 6 AM to 2 PM.

Al has much experience in the restaurant business. He and Jen also own the Subway in Hicksville. They have been operating it for the past 10 years.

Stop in at Gustoso’s located at the River Street Market and have a fresh treat! If you have questions give Al a call at 419-258-0771.

Koppenhofer – Martenies Engagement

Brett and Sara Johanns and Troy and Amanda Koppenhofer, of Antwerp, OH, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Megan Koppenhofer, to Jarod Martenies, son of Vanice Martenies and the Late Ray Martenies, of Antwerp, OH. Megan Koppenhofer, a graduate of Antwerp High School and Owens Community College, is a Dental Hygienist in…

1st Place for Wayne Trace Cheerleaders Again!

Wayne Trace Cheerleading won 1st place at the Huron County Fair on Tuesday, August 13, 2013. The squad members are as follows: (front R-L) Seniors: Jordan Elick, Treanna Bidlack, Alexis Flores, Brittany Jenkins, Shannon Boroff, and Mackenzie Haney. (Back R-L) Brooke Ludwig, Allie Boroff, Courtney Mead, Jessica Offerle, Kelsee Rittenhouse, Ally Dunning, Kayla Zuber, Monique…

Coughlins Celebrate 65 Years!

Francis Coughlin and Bonnie (Mettert) were married August 11, 1948 in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Antwerp, OH by the Rev. John Flynn. They are the parents of seven children: Linda Coughlin of Auburn, IN; Judy (David) McCalla of Dallas, TX; Deb (Dan) Corwin of Woodburn, IN; Jim (Beth) of Antwerp; Denny (JoAnn) of Antwerp; Amy…

Hanson – Crossland Engagement

John and Annette Hanson of Ottoville (formerly of Melrose) would like to announce the engagement of their daughter, Natalie Renee, to Jace Tyler Crossland of Monroe, MI, son of Don and Ruby Crossland of Paulding, OH. Natalie is employed as a leasing agent in Findlay, OH. Her fiance is employed by Quicken Loans in Detroit,…

Agora Grand Opening

Please join us Saturday, August 10th for the Agora Grand Opening. We will be open from 3:00–8:00 p.m. The Agora serves a selection of hot drinks including: coffee, teas, cappuccinos, lattes, hot cocoas, chai lattes, and macchiattos. The cold drinks include frappuccinos and iced coffee. We also serve pastries that will entice your appetite. From…

Wehrkamp – Arend Engagement

Donald and Susan Arend of Paulding announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Laura Ashley Arend, to Michael Aaron Wehrkamp, the son of Terry and Nancy Wehrkamp of Paulding. The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Paulding High School and a 2007 graduate of the University of Saint Francis, with a bachelor of…

Harlan Days = Great Times

Harlan Days had a great turnout with the exception of Friday night due to the extreme weather conditions. Thursday night was a nice evening with many events going on. The food was great and so was the entertainment. Unfortunately, Bekah Bradley’s concert was cancelled Friday evening. People had been waiting  to hear her performance. When…

PHS High School Reunion Class of ’88

Attention Paulding High School Class of 1988 We have been out of school for 25 years! Let’s get together to celebrate! August 10, 2013 5:30 to 6:30 social hour 6:30 dinner Paulding Eagles Lodge, 206 W. Perry Street, Paulding Meal catered by Grant’s Catering $20.00 per person Please RSVP to trbeckman@gmail.com Send payments to:  PHS…