Jamestown

We tend to think that the pilgrims were the first settlers in America but that is not the case. A group came over from England and settled in Jamestown, Virginia, 10 years earlier. On April 26, 1607, three ships landed in America. They had sailed from England in December, and carried 100 passengers.            They landed…

PPEC Members Donate $13,332 to 13 Local Organizations

Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $13,332 to 13 local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program. Thanks to the 80% of members who round up their electric bill and donate to this fund, PPEC has provided more than $710,900 to northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities since 2010.…

Fort Defiance Players Receive $10,000 Grant

The Defiance Area Foundation wants to congratulate Fort Defiance Players on receiving a $10,000 grant during our fall grant cycle! This grant funding will cover the final phase of stage-lighting and equipment costs at the Community Auditorium. Pictured representing the grant are (L to R) Dr. Bob Barnett – Director of Fort Defiance Players and…

PJHS 7-Mindsets: Passion First

Paulding Junior High School is utilizing the 7-Mindsets curriculum to address the social and emotional needs of students. Each unit revolves around a specific theme students can apply to their lives. This unit’s theme was Passion First. Shown in the picture are Paulding Junior High School’s Passion First Mindset Motivators.

Successful Turnout at Shop the Village Event

By: Erica Noggle The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the 2024 Shop the Village event, held on Saturday, November 23rd. The community came together to support local businesses and entrepreneurs in a festive and bustling atmosphere, marking this year’s event as one of the most vibrant yet.…