PPEC Earns Prestigious Recognition for Leadership and Local Achievements

Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative Chief Operating Officer Nick Eltzroth has recently achieved two milestones that showcase his leadership and dedication to the electric cooperative industry. Eltzroth successfully completed the Robert I. Kabat Management Internship Program (MIP), a highly selective and intensive electric utility management program offered in partnership with the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association…

PJHS Announces Monthly Achievements

Each month Paulding Junior High School teachers select one Student of the Month per grade level. These students are recognized for being some of the top academic performers at Paulding Junior High School. Shown in the picture from left are Kyra Aldred (Grade 6), Hudson Spangler (Grade 7), and Addy Halter (Grade 8). Each month Paulding Junior High School teachers select one Positive Panther per grade level. These students are recognized for the positive character traits they exhibit as students of Paulding Junior High…

The Left Turn

By: Ron Burt This past weekend was a wash out at many of the tri-state tracks trying to open for their first race of the year. All I can say is follow the area tracks Facebook and web pages. Soon the weather will change, and everyone will be racing every weekend. Toledo Speedway is set…

Wayne Trace Artists Showcase Their Work

Throughout the spring, the art students at Wayne Trace High School have been extremely busy showcasing their work around the region.  In the Scholastic Art Show which just wrapped up at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, six Raiders exhibited pieces.   Senior Luke Stouffer received a Gold Key and a Silver Key, Junior Axel Bidlack received…

PJHS Students Volunteer at Caring & Sharing Food Pantry

On Saturday, April 5th students and staff from Paulding Junior High School volunteered at the Caring and Sharing Food Pantry in Paulding, Ohio. Shown in the picture from left are: Mrs. Katelyn LaFountain (7th grade math teacher), Ella Zimmerman, Gavin Parrett, Hudson Spangler, Sawyer Hunt, and Mr. Colton Bennett (7th grade writing teacher.)

Paulding Elementary 2024-2025 March Mindset Marvels

Paulding Elementary recently announced March Mindset Marvels. Pictured left to right: Front row:  Everly Rittenhouse, Sylvee Mapes, Garrett McClain, Grace Laney.  Middle row:  Natalie Mericle, Marshall Wilhelm, Kenley Miller, Nicholas Anderson, Dean Font,  Garrett Wilhelm, Emma VanDeurzen. Back row:  Rebeka Mericle, Sienna Harris, Briggs Stoller, Emma Steingass, Evelyn Dangler. Missing from picture:  Andrew Schuchart, Ella…