By: Mark Holtsberry Nathan Wyatt was a prosperous agriculturist and stock raiser of Latty Township. He was known for being one of the leading citizens in the area and was born November 10, 1844, in Wilkes County, North Carolina to David and Parmelia (Winkler) Wyatt. His family was one of the oldest families of North…
When Defiance County Commissioner Ryan Mack says he’s hitting the trail, he doesn’t mean the campaign one. Mack can be found several times a week hiking along area trails. He said hiking not only provides some physical exercise but “depending on the trail system you’re on, it also helps develop a sense of community.” “Every…
Seth Baker, CEO of The Van Wert County Foundation, is pleased to announce grant funding support in the amount of $25,000.00 for a new public safety program in our community; Project Lifesaver. Kevin Mathews, Director of the Council on Aging, applied for the grant in cooperation with the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department. Project Lifesaver…
By: Harriet Keith, Relay for Life of Defiance County Music and family fun while gathering for a good cause are the ingredients for a perfect summer evening. Relay for Life of Defiance County presented by Johns Manville brings that kind of fun to Triangle Park Aug. 6 at 6 p.m. With a nautical cruise theme…
Antwerp Chamber of Commerce Day in the Park is quickly approaching. It’s set for Saturday, August 14, 2021. This year there will be much excitement and entertainment for all ages. Both musical talents of Water 2 Wine as well as the a petting zoo from Scheumann Farms. At the main pavilion, the talented Water 2…
Mr. And Mrs. Neil Levy , Hicksville, Ohio, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at a later date with family in the hills of West Virginia. Neil Levy and Starlet Ferguson were married July 31, 1971 by Rev. Sylvester Green at Orlena Methodist Church, Gilman, West Virginia. If you wish to send cards you may…
Welcome to Antwerp Manor Assisted Living located at 204 Archer Dr. in Antwerp, Ohio. We are currently accepting new residents. Pictured is resident Charles Keller. Charles attend the July 4th party that the residents enjoyed. Charles held the lucky raffle ticket and was given a new patriotic door decoration for the apartment he shares with…
By: Mark Holtsberry Paulding County has buried within its boarders seven veterans who fought in the Mexican War, but Richard Truitt only fought in The Mexican War, he enlisted twice to serve in The Civil War. Richard C. Truitt, was born July 25, 1820, in Preble County. Raised on a farm, by parents that raised…
Friday of last week there were reports of rain fall that accumulated to over 6” of rain. Paulding had standing water rise from Blue Creek and Flat Rock Creek. The fields tiling has increased the volume of water arriving at ditches, creeks and water in a certain amount of time. Housing areas were also flooded…
PLEASE BE ADVISED AND TAKE NOTICE THAT THE PREVIOUS LEGAL NOTICE TO BIDDERS FOR RECEIVING BIDS FOR THE REAL ESTATE ON A CASH RENT PER BASIS FOR THE JACOB FARM-CHILDREN’S HOME (FSA #1586) WAS INADVERTENTLY PUBLISHED ON JULY 20, 2021. PLEASE DISREGARD THE LEGAL NOTICE. THANK YOU HEATHER BARNHOUSE, CLERK BY ORDER BOARD OF COUNTY…
Robert (Bob) and Kathy Habern of Latty would like to announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter Jennifer to Scott Meyer, son of Dennis (Lisa) Meyer and Tonya Meyer of Paulding. Jennifer is a 2004 graduate of Wayne Trace High School and a 2007 graduate of Vantage Adult Education Program. She is currently employed at…
Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) provided the following statement on President Biden’s Executive Order on Economic Competition: “Today’s Executive Order is a troubling instance of government overreach. Under President Trump, the United States had a roaring economy that encouraged investment, innovation, and private-sector competition that benefited consumers. Instead of doubling down on policies that work, the…
By: Mark Holtsberry Judge Wilson Hunt Snook Jr. Is another interesting figure from our county’s past. Wilson was born in Antwerp, Ohio, on October 30, 1850. The son of Wilson H. and Anna (Murphy) Snook. Both of Wilson Jr.’s parents were from New Jersey, with a background ancestry of German and Irish. Wilson Jr. had…
