Category: Legal

McClure Sworn in As Newest Paulding County Commissioner

On Monday January 23rd, Lisa McClure was sworn in for duty as the newest Paulding County Commissioner in Paulding County Ohio. Pictured here (l-r) are Alison Stoller, Terry McClure (husband), Judge Beckman, Lisa McClure, Nikki McClure and Ryan McClure. McClure will be finishing the term vacated by 82nd District Ohio Rep. Roy Klopfenstein.

ANTWERP POLICE REPORTS 

On 1/7, officers were called to N. Main St on reference to a domestic dispute. An officer arrived and  determined nothing physical had occurred. One of the individuals agreed to stay with friend for the night. Officer provided transportation. On 1/7, an officer was called to a resident on E. River St. in reference to…

Multi-State Pursuit ends in Williams County

Mill Creek Township – On January 14, 2023, at approximately 8:33PM, Williams County area law enforcement was notified by Indiana State Police of an eastbound motor vehicle pursuit involving a black 2019 Cadillac XT5 on US20 near the Ohio-Indiana State Line. Indiana State Police terminated their pursuit at the state line. At approximately 8:37PM, a trooper with…

Klopfenstein Ready to Serve Ohio’s 82nd House District

State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) took the oath of office Tuesday for his first term as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He represents the 82nd House District, which includes Paulding, Putnam and Van Wert counties and the southern portion of Defiance County. “It is a true honor to represent the 82nd House…

Antwerp Police Reports

On December 18, a resident of North Garden Apartment reported an unwanted person at the residence. Officer went to investigate and the individual had already left. On December 20, Antwerp Police Department investigated a case of wrongful entrustment. After investigation the owner of vehicle was cited. On December 21, an officer saw a dog running…

Republicans Choose McClure as New County Commissioner

The Paulding County Republican Central Committee met on Thursday, January 5, 2023 for regular business and to appoint a new County Commissioner after Roy Klopfenstein’s seat was vacated as he was elected to the OH state legislature in the 2022 election.  Jan Commers read the secretary minutes from the last meeting and Blane Fickel gave…

MAN Unit Makes Arrest In Oakwood

January 5, 2023, the Multi-Area Narcotics Task Force concluded an eight month investigation into Shawn M. Spencer, 43 years old, 306 North First Street in the Village of Oakwood, Ohio. A search warrant was executed on January 5, 2023 at the residence listed above. Spencer and a Tameesha T. Rowe, 41 Years old, 306 North…

McColley Sworn in as Majority Floor Leader of Ohio Senate

COLUMBUS – State Senator Rob McColley (R-Napoleon) was sworn in as Majority Floor Leader of the Ohio Senate during opening day ceremonies this week at the Ohio Statehouse. The ceremony marked the beginning of the 135th General Assembly. “It is a privilege to serve with so many great senators from across Ohio,” said Leader McColley. “I am…

Klopfenstein Ready to Serve Ohio’s 82nd House District

COLUMBUS – State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) took the oath of office Tuesday for his first term as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He represents the 82nd House District, which includes Paulding, Putnam and Van Wert counties and the southern portion of Defiance County. “It is a true honor to represent the…

Republicans Choose McClure as New Commissioner

The Paulding County Republican Central Committee met on Thursday, January 5, 2023 for regular business and to appoint a new County Commissioner after Roy Klopfenstein’s seat was vacated as he was elected to the OH state legislature in the 2022 election.  Jan Commers read the secretary minutes from the last meeting and Blane Fickel gave…

FILLING OF THE OPEN PAULDING COUNTY COMMISSIONER SEAT

Jerry Zielke, Chairman of the Paulding County Republican Central Committee announced that Roy Klopfenstein has submitted his resignation as commissioner effective 12 31 2022 at 11.59 pm.  The central committee will be accepting resumes from candidates interested in serving the people of Paulding County as County Commissioner to fill the current open position. The job…

ANTWERP POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORTS

On November 22, there was a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Main and River. An officer responded and investigated. Both vehicles were towed and a report was prepared.  On November 25, an officer was called to a residence on N. Main St in reference to a domestic dispute. The officer investigated and found…