The Antwerp School Supply Project is now actively gearing up to supply Antwerp school children with their necessary supplies. This means it is time to think about signing your child up for the Antwerp School Supply Project! The giveaway is set to take place on Sunday, August 13th from 12:00–3:00 p.m. at the Riverside Family…
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Paulding Scout Leader is Kiwanis Speaker
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Verl Dasher, Commissioner for the Boy Scout program in Paulding, was the July 6 speaker at the Paulding Kiwanis Club. Dasher has been involved in scouting since he was eight-years old when he was a member of the program in Grover Hill. One of the many goals of scouting is to learn good citizenship, which…
Local Resident Graduates From Highway Patrol Junior Cadet Program
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A local resident completed training today for the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Junior Cadet Program held June 25-29, 2017 at the Highway Patrol Training Academy in Columbus. A local resident, Koleton Porter, was one of 40 Junior Cadet participants selected from applications submitted by young men and women who attended Buckeye Boys and Girls State…
Paulding FFA Officer Team Travels to Hocking Hills
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By: Emma Horstman, Paulding FFA Reporter The Paulding FFA Officer Team recently went on an officer retreat to Hocking Hills. The retreat was a great opportunity for the officer team to get away and plan out their 2017-2018 FFA year. The retreat began with team building activities that allowed members time to get to know…
Rootbeer Stand Ribbon Cutting
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The Antwerp Chamber of Commerce celebrated a Ribbon Cutting with the new owners of the The Rootbeer Stand on a rainy morning, July 10, 2017. Matt & Stacy Hopkins have been operating and recently purchased The Rootbeer Stand since the season began in March. After many scheduling conflicts, the Chamber was able to officially welcome…
Teachers Honored At The Paulding County Retired Teachers’ Meeting
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At their July 10 luncheon meeting the Paulding County Retired Teachers Association honored four teachers who had given 25 or more years of service to the students of Paulding County. The honored teachers were Sarah Pier, Cheryl Schier, Sharon Healy, and Patricia Ward. Sarah Pier and Cheryl Schier retired in 2017. Sharon Healy and Patricia…
50th Wedding Anniversary
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Mr. and Mrs. Steve Knapp, of Antwerp, are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on July 22nd. On July 22nd, 1967, Steve Knapp married Sue Bradway at the Harlan Church of Christ. Officiating the ceremony was Max Timbrook. Standing with Steve was his best man, (the late) Larry Basset and standing with Sue, as maid-of-honor, was…
Summer Program Students Learn All About Birds
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By: Patrick Troyer, Education Specialist Youth in the Paulding County Library Summer Reading Program had the opportunity to enjoy a program on the Birds of Nature recently. There was a variety of topics covered such as general bird facts, bird life cycles, birds that can be found around our area, and so much more! Participants…
John Paulding Days — Another Success
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Every year the John Paulding Days makes its debut after the fourth of July! The entire square was filled up with people from all over the area lining the streets to watch the parade. The VFW and the American Legion led the parade and then the boy scouts. Following them were the Grand Marshals. The…
Payne Chamber Is Sponsoring a 5-K For Dustin
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The Payne Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a 5-K to raise funds for Dustin Shuherk’s medical expenses. It will be held at the Payne School ball fields on Saturday, July 29 at 8:00 AM. Age group medals and door prizes will be awarded. Walkers, kids, and dogs are welcome. A registration form is available at…
Dr. Seuss at the Huber
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Your favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life onstage in Seussical, Jr., a fantastical musical extravaganza that will transport you to the Jungle of Nool, Whoville, McEligott’s Pool, and the Circus McGurkus. Through the imagination of the characters, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community are challenged and emerge triumphant! During this unforgettable musical…
Sherwood Homecoming This Weekend
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Everyone is invited to the Sherwood Homecoming on Saturday, July 22 from 3PM – 10PM. The event takes place in downtown Sherwood – Sherwood, Ohio 43556. The parade kicks off at 3PM and the games will start sometime after that. Join in the fun by listening to music from the 20’s to present day, playing…
Do You Know A Real “Gem”?
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The Antwerp Chamber of Commerce is looking for someone who YOU think is the real “Gem” for the 2017 Antwerp Day in the Park’s Gem of the Year. Do you know someone who is civic minded or is making our community a better place? Someone who lives in the Antwerp School District and is not…
