After a year of construction Ohio Department of Transportation had their open House on Tuesday, June, 27 at both Paulding and Hicksville’s brand new facilities. Paulding’s new operations include a 21000+ square foot operations center and vehicle maintenance facility. This new building cost $8.2 million for Paulding County. The former buildings were constructed between 1948…
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Mt. Calvary Lutheran Men of Song
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The Lutheran Men of Song provided special music for the worship service at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Antwerp on June 25. Selections included “A Mighty Fortress is Our God”, “Salvation to Us Has Come” and “Go Now in Peace.” A picnic lunch complete with ice cream sundaes was enjoyed after the service. Mt.…
Larry Mansfield
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Antwerp, OH Larry D. Mansfield, 55, of Antwerp passed away at home Thursday, July 6, 2017. Larry was born in Paulding on April 21, 1962 He served in the U.S. Marines and was a ASE Certified Mechanic at Heckley Automotive, Woodburn. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Antwerp Larry loved working on…
Sherwood Branch Library Bookin’ It 5K
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Whether you walk or run—join the fun! The first annual Bookin’ It 5K Run/Walk fundraiser for the Sherwood Branch Library will be held on Saturday, July 22 during the Sherwood Homecoming. This will be a fun for the whole family, feel good morning full of good times with all proceeds supporting the Sherwood Branch Library.…
WWII Veterans Needed
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The John Paulding Days are fast approaching us, which means the annual John Paulding Day Parade, and that means choosing the Grand Marshall. In years past, this has always been a big secret with the big reveal being the day of the parade. This year, the Paulding Chamber of Commerce is taking a different route.…
The Cecropia Moth By Stan Jordan
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This picture of the Cecropia Moth was taken here at the West Bend News. Charlie Jones brought this moth in to show its size. There are a number of species of the giant silk moth, native to our area. In late May or June, the adult Cecropia moth emerges from the cocoon. Their wing span…
5K for Hands of Hope
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Hands of Hope had their annual 5k run on Saturday, July 1st, after heavy rains postponed the Friday evening event. The weather was beautiful on Saturday and a great day for the 5k. Only 28 participants were able to make it this year as many were not able to come since it was rescheduled due to the…
Rain, Flooding and Damage in Paulding County
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On June 29th and 30th, heavy rain and thunderstorms impacted a large part of the area, especially Paulding County, with flash-flooding. Later Friday afternoon, numerous heavy thunderstorms trained across a large portion of Paulding County, especially the central and southern part of the county. This prompted the National Weather Service to issue a flash flood…
21st Century Community Learning Grant Awarded
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Western Buckeye Educational Service Center in partnership with Antwerp Local Schools, Paulding Exempted Village Schools, and Lincolnview Local Schools was awarded a 21st Century Community Learning grant from the Ohio Department of Education. They are currently wrapping up year two of a three year grant. The after school program runs during the school year, but…
New PEVS Superintendent Speaks at Kiwanis
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Paulding Exempted Village Schools’ new Superintendent, Ken Amstutz, was the speaker at the Kiwanis June 22nd meeting. Amstutz comes to Paulding from the superintendent position at Van Wert City Schools. He is very “pro-kid” and shares that kids are the same as ever, it is the adults and family dynamics that surround them that have…
Paulding County Fair Grand and Reserve Auction Animals
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Grand Champion Market Hog: Alan Griffiths, #127, Suds 24/7 Inc. – Cooper Farms, $ 700.00 Reserve Champion Market Hog: Trevor Speice, #121, Ace Rental Place, $ 600.00 Grand Champion Market Lamb: Bejamin Weible, #371, Jewell Grain Company, $ 700.00 Reserve Champion Market Lamb: Brooke Greulach, #283, Baughman Tile Company, $ 700.00 Grand Champion Single Fryer:…
Essen House Gets Update
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The Essen House Restaurant in Antwerp, Ohio recently installed a new sign. They have been working on a new layout for the sign with a designer in California, Maura McCarthy. The sign was manufactured by West Bend Printing in Antwerp. Essen House Manager, Sharon McLaughlin recalled how her customers helped her with ideas for the…
CHP Hospice Looking for Volunteers
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Community Health Professionals (CHP) Hospice of Paulding invites you to escape the summer doldrums by serving as a hospice volunteer. There are many ways you can make a difference. Volunteer opportunities include: • In-home patient companion – receive free training to prepare you to work directly with hospice patients and families visiting with patients, providing…
