Tag: Ohio

Leonard Leroy Wilks

Leonard Leroy Wilks, 99 of Antwerp,  passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Vancrest of Hicksville. Leonard was born in Cedarville, on November 29, 1921, a son of the late Catherine  (Barton) and Noah Wilks. He grew up on a farm where he enjoyed working with his family. He went on to factory work. Leonard…

Military History in Paulding County

Of all of the Military research that I have done over a course of, at least 30 years, Halley Franklin Doster sticks in my mind a lot. At least he is in my top ten of soldiers, I shake my head and wonder why, this had to happen.  Halley Franklin Doster was born, September 22,…

FACTS ABOUT PCHD HEALTH LEVY

What is this Health Levy? The Paulding County Health Levy (PCHD) is a half-tenth (0.5) mill renewal levy that will help cover the operating cost of the Paulding County Health District for the next 10 years. Why is PCHD asking for a Levy? This is not a new levy, but a renewal of the existing…

Antwerp Police Report

September 14 the Antwerp Police Department received an order of arrest for a resident. The person was arrested and transported to the jail. September 14 a resident reported an adult male, two children, and a paddle boat missing. The officer investigated and found everyone to be safe at home. September 16 an alarm went off…

MATT’S MISHAPS

“Serving overseas as a small-town boy from America is intense, stressful and humorous! Enjoy a light-hearted story with me from our last 20 years overseas!” – Matt  CANINE ENCOUNTERS  Heading out the front door to go on a morning run helps me set the pace for the day.  When Stateside, my wife and I enjoy running…

JPHS FESTIVAL OF TREES

The John Paulding historical society started an annual event many years ago and the tradition continues. The Festival of Trees  started with only a few trees but over the years has grown into a showcase of beautiful trees, displays, memory tree , delicious food and a time to revisit old friends and make new friends. …

Robert P. Phlipot

SHERWOOD:  Robert P. Phlipot, age 93, died Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at the Brookview Healthcare Center, Defiance., OH. He was born January 12, 1928 in Paulding, son of Leonard and Ilo (Noggle) Phlipot.  On January 12, 1971 he married Evelyn Gotsth who preceded him in death on March 1, 2006.  He retired in 1990 from McDonald Construction, and…

Know the warning signs of suicide

By: Jennifer Dempsey, Prevention Specialist, PASS September is National Suicide Awareness Month. In 2018, 1,836 Ohioans died by suicide and in 2019 suicide was the second leading cause of death in Ohio residents aged 10-34. These statistics prove how important it is to be educated about the characteristics and warning signs of suicide.  So many…

State Patrol Investigating Fatal Crash in Paulding County

PAULDING – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred yesterday at approximately 6:40 p.m. on State Route 613 west of Township Road 159, in Brown Township, Paulding County. Troopers determined Patricia S. Billingsly, 48, of Columbia, Tennessee, was driving a 1999 Plymouth Voyager van when it went off the left…

Antwerp Presbyterian Church Serves Community for 150 years

150 years ago a group of ministers from Defiance and Hicksville together with several Presbyterian residents of Antwerp met in the Antwerp Methodist Church and organized the Antwerp Presbyterian Church. Dedication was Nov 7th, 1875. The first Presbyterian Church was located on West River Street. It was a brick structure and housed the congregation until…