First Quality Tissue, a leading manufacturer of hygiene and paper products, is set to build a $984 million production facility in Defiance, Ohio, marking the largest economic investment in Defiance County’s history. The facility, spanning 1.6 million square feet on a 1,000-acre site in the Baltimore Avenue Industrial Corridor, is expected to create over 400…
The Defiance Area Foundation is thrilled to announce that Defiance Elks Lodge #147 has stepped up as the Bar Sponsor for the inaugural Defiance Area Foundation Gala, scheduled for October 4, 2025. This sponsorship plays a crucial role in making the gala a reality, helping to support the foundation’s ongoing efforts in strengthening and enriching…
OAKWOOD, OH: Catherine M. Matson, 86, of Oakwood, passed away at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Van Wert Manor. She was born April 3, 1938, in Paulding County to the late Cletus and Mabel (Saxton) Bland. On September 29, 1956, she married John Ward Flechtner, who preceded her in death on October…
DEFIANCE, OH: Linda L. Varner, age 84, formerly of Paulding, OH passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at CHP Inpatient Hospice, Defiance, OH. Linda was born on November 7, 1940 in Paulding, OH to the late Galen and Florence (Lantz) Brewer. On November 28, 1958, she married Fred W. “Bill” Varner who preceded her…
Siberian Solstice, a Trans Siberian Orchestra Tribute band, is beginning its 18th season on the road this year. Made up of 10 members on stage from the tri-star area, this band has remained a holiday tradition for families and individuals that have attended their concerts. According to founding member and band manager David Coonrod of Defiance Ohio, the band started…
St. John’s Catholic Church recently received a generous donation by the Defiance Moose Lodge #2094 for $1,000 which will support the upcoming Renewal of Heart Men’s Retreat. Pictured receiving the grant are (l-r) George Westrick – Retreat Director and Rick Speiser – Moose Lodge Trustee.
The Defiance County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society met recently at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Defiance to hold their annual business meeting and elections. Officers elected for 2025-2026 are: President – Rhonda Casler; Vice-President – Summer Searfoss; Recording Secretary – Mary Williams; Treasurer – Dan Hasch; Corresponding Secretary – Dianne Kline;…
PAULDING, OH: Rodney Charles Dix, 86, of Paulding, sadly passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Brookview Healthcare Center in Defiance, Ohio. He was surrounded by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and dear friends who will all miss him immensely. He was born on October 13, 1938 to Virgil and Edna (Feister) Dix in Ohio.…
Congratulations to St. John Lutheran Church Food Pantry in Defiance for the recent $1,000 grant from Defiance Moose Lodge #2094. This grant money will be used for restocking the pantry. The 2024 Party in the Park was a huge success for the Tinora community. The event held on July 19th, 2024 brought in $5,022.18 for…
DEFIANCE, OH: Kennith L. Lambert, 60, was surrounded by family when he passed away at 3:00 pm on Thursday, July 11, 2024. He was born on May 9, 1964 in Cabell-Huntington, West Virginia to the late Elbert and Sylvia (Adkins) Lambert. On November 10, 1997 he married Rebecca Hammons-Roehrig, who survives in Defiance. Kennith was…
Congratulations to Defiance County Economic Development on the recent $2,500 grant received from the Keith Hubbard Family Fund for the Four Flags for Freedom Initiative. To learn more about this exciting initiative, visit www.fourflagsoffreedom.com/. Pictured representing the donation are (L to R) Steve Hubbard, Paige Johnson – Assistant Executive Director for Defiance County Economic Development,…
DEFIANCE, OH: Eric “Rick” Sheldon Elston, 73, was welcomed into his heavenly home on June 30, 2024. He was born on February 26, 1951 to the late Harold and Jane Elston. On August 26, 1968 he married his high school sweetheart, Karen Kay Shisler, who survives. They enjoyed almost 56 years of marriage. Rick and…
Trop is headed to Camp Lakota in Defiance for the week-long camp June 16-22 Front: Garrett Robbins. Back Row: Mark Wolf, Al Manella, Brennen Miller, Jackson Cook, Karsen Donat, Waylon Barker, Bryceton Barker, Mark Greenwood. The boys will be working on merit badges in Environmental Science, Emergency Preparedness, Search and Rescue, Swimming, Reptile and Amphibian Study, Pottery,…
