The Left Turn

By: Ron Burt Let’s start this week by sending congratulations to Great Lakes Super Sprint driver Max Stambaugh. He was honored to be the 2024 Dayton Auto Race Fans Club, Dirt Driver of The Year. Great Lakes Super Sprints is an exciting traveling sprint series of full sized winged sprint cars that travels the Great…

Nedderman Appointed to Serve on OSBA Investment Committee

Vantage Career Center is proud to announce that Board member, Mr. Lonnie Nedderman (Crestview Local Schools), a dedicated 20-year member of Vantage’s Board of Education, has been appointed to serve on the Investment Committee for the Northwest Region of the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA). This prestigious appointment underscores Nedderman’s expertise in financial stewardship and…

Defiance Area YMCA Awarded $23,750 Grant for Childcare Program Expansion

The Defiance Area YMCA has received a substantial $23,750 grant during the Defiance Area Foundation’s fall 2024 grant cycle. This funding will be used to expand the YMCA’s childcare program by replacing furniture, purchasing new cubbies, and acquiring two new smart boards, among other enhancements. This investment underscores the commitment to providing quality childcare services…

Fairview ACME Baseball Program Scores $1,000 Moose Grant

Central Local Schools received a boost for their Fairview ACME Baseball Program, thanks to a generous $1,000 grant awarded by the Defiance Moose Lodge #2094. The funds will be instrumental in supporting the development and success of the program. The grant presentation featured Assistant Varsity Baseball Coach Tom Singer and Defiance Moose Lodge Volunteer Melvina…

Caring and Sharing Food Pantry Receives $1,000 Donation

The Caring and Sharing Food Pantry in Paulding recently received a generous $1,000 donation from First Financial Bank and Cooper Farms. This contribution was made possible through Cooper Farms’ participation in First Financial’s WORKlife program. The program rewards participating companies with a donation to a non-profit organization of their choice, along with financial benefits such…

Paulding Junior High Recognizes November Paulding Pride Winners

Each month, Paulding Junior High School (PJHS) celebrates students who go above and beyond what is expected, awarding them Paulding Pride cards as a recognition of their exceptional character and actions. These students exemplify the spirit of Paulding Pride, and their efforts are celebrated as an inspiration to their peers and the community. Congratulations to…