By: Bryce Steiner The 2016 election brought about dramatic accusations across the spectrum of news media in this country. It is believed by some that Russia influenced the election, helping Donald Trump to win the electoral vote necessary to take the presidency. Ohio has one of its biggest choices this year in “Issue 1” at…
This 17th day of October, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present: Tony Zartman, Roy Klopfenstein, Mark Holtsberry and Cindy Peters, Clerk ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS Warrants documented as 246108 through 246223 for County Bills were approved and certified to the County Auditor for payment. IN THE MATTER…
Paulding, Ohio—On Tuesday, October 9, 2018, Paulding County Jail Inmate William R. Miller, II, age 73, passed away due to natural causes in a Toledo hospital. Miller was arrested on May 10, 2018 for shooting his grandson, 19 year old Evan Andrew Holcombe at 15648 Road 1037, Oakwood, Ohio. Miller was facing one count of…
The Wayne Trace Local School District Board of Education met in regular session on October 8, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wayne Trace High School Lecture Room The following members were present: Mr. Pat Baumle, Mrs. Lisa McClure, Mr. Duane Sinn, Mrs. Kori Stoller, Mr. Dick Swary The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag…
This 1st day of October, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present: Tony Zartman, Roy Klopfenstein, Mark Holtsberry and Cindy Peters, Clerk ALLOWANCE OF CLAIMS Warrants documented as 245683 through 245751 for County Bills were approved and certified to the County Auditor for payment. IN THE MATTER…
Paulding County Probate Judge Michael A. Wehrkamp has announced the creation of a volunteer guardianship program to help those in the community live with the dignity they deserve. Judge Wehrkamp and his staff will host two informational open houses in October for those interested in serving their fellow residents as a volunteer guardian. “Sometimes an…
The Antwerp police reported to the West Bend News that on September 9 a vehicle was stopped on South Erie St for a Stop sign violation. As a result of the stop several items of drug paraphernalia including marijuana was located after a search took place. The driver and one of the passengers were charged…
Cecil, Ohio—Deputies continue to investigate tips coming into the office regarding the death investigation that began about 12:28 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2018. The crime scene is located at 11243 Road 230, Cecil, Ohio. The victim of this homicide was the home owner Philip V. Koenn, age 60. Koenn was found deceased inside the residence…
Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) has been recognized as a “Hero of Main Street” by the National Retail Foundation (NRF) for his support of policies important to millions of small businesses in retail. More than 98 percent of all retail companies employ fewer than 50 people. Latta has a 100% record on the NRF scorecard…
Antwerp Police turned their reports over to the West Bend News this past week. For the month of August, there were 189 calls for service and there were 41 citations in the Mayor’s court. On August 20, a resident of Buffalo Street was issued a notice of junk and tall weeds in reference to an…
The meeting began at 7:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Kelsey, Clerk-Treasurer Cummins, Superintendent Walls, Chief Duhamell as well as Councilmen Watts, Voirol, Gerig, Renner, and Martin were in attendance. Captain Caston was also present. The public hearing portion of the meeting began at 7:15 p.m. regarding the 2019 budget. There were no…
BOWLING GREEN, OH – Congressman Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) addressed the Swanton Rotary today and provided an update on what he is working on and what has been accomplished this Congress. Latta highlighted opioid legislation that continues to sit in the U.S. Senate after passing the U.S. House of Representatives this summer. H.R. 6 contains…
This 5th day of September, 2018, the Board of County Commissioners met in regular session with the following members present: Tony Zartman, Roy Klopfenstein, Mark Holtsberry and Cindy Peters, Clerk EXECUTIVE SESSION: A motion was made by Mr. Mark Holtsberry to go into executive session at 8:52 a.m. with Michael Wehrkamp, County Juvenile/Probate Judge to…
