The Paulding County Emergency Management Agency would like to express their gratitude to the Three River Distilling Co., in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, for their generous donation of 20 gallons of Hand Sanitizer to the First Responders, Healthcare Facilities and those much needed groups in Paulding County. Director Edward Bohn was searching online for businesses making…
CHP Hospice of Paulding is hosting meetings on Zoom to serve those in need of bereavement support at this time. Meetings on Zoom are offered every other Thursday from 2 – 3 p.m. beginning Apr. 23. The meeting is open to anyone who has experienced recent loss and is dealing with issues related to grief.…
There is a saying that Solomon uses in the book of Ecclesiastes, “What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun.” Many of us are experiencing this pandemic as something new, but in the grand scheme of this world, pandemics have come and gone…
The Paulding County Area Foundation, along with the United Way of Paulding County, and the Paulding County Economic Development Office announced the launch of a Crisis Fund dedicated to supporting those devastated by the economic and health impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. “We’ve had several residents ask where they can donate to help those wrecked…
Marion Township – Troopers from the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating an incident which took place on US 30 near Redd Road in Allen County. On April 30, at approximately 3:05 am, troopers were called to the scene where a man was found deceased in the west bound lanes of…
Lutheran Health Physicians is providing the community with the option of seeing their providers using a smartphone, tablet or computer. Telehealth or virtual visits enable patients to talk with providers just as they would in the doctor’s office, but without leaving the comfort of home. Appointments are available for new and existing patients. “Continuity of…
As part of a $100,000 commitment to help local non-profits address the challenges faced from the COVID-19 global pandemic, First Federal Bank has committed $2,000 from the Charitable Foundation to Henry County Senior Center Inc. “We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work because we believe vibrant communities…
Starting Monday, April 20, 2020, Paulding County Hospital will be opening their Respiratory Clinic to the public. The clinic has been selectively managed, and is now open to the public. The clinic will be staffed Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Individuals can call the clinic at 419-399-1163 to schedule an appointment. The clinic…
Do I need to store my food in the garage or wipe my groceries with a disinfectant when I get them home from the grocery store to keep safe from coronavirus? While some people choose to wipe their groceries down with a disinfectant cloth when bringing them home from the grocery store as a preventive…
For the past week, three student workers at Purdue University Fort Wayne have been allowed to return to the university’s 3D print lab to use their training to help medical professionals serving on the front line. Covering solo shifts to ensure appropriate social distancing, the team has been printing respiratory protection equipment attachments for Parkview…
I’m only shopping once or twice a month now, as I abide by the Ohio Stay at Home Order during the COVID-19 pandemic. How can I make sure my food lasts as long as possible so that I don’t have to keep going back to the store? Your question is on the minds of many…
Paulding County Hospital (PCH) has currently been operating under visitor restrictions for several weeks. These restrictions have been increased at this time to further protect our patients, staff, and community. PCH Medical/Surgical Unit and Emergency Department will now be allowing zero visitors into the facility. However, there are special circumstances that will be considered. These…
To address one of the biggest challenges truck drivers face, access to a hot meal, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is temporarily opening the state’s 86 rest areas to food trucks. “Truck drivers are the lifeblood of the economy and their jobs have never been more critical than now,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “I’ve…
