God’s Word calls us to “worship in spirit and truth” in John 4:24. Worship can be defined as “extravagant respect, or admiration for, or devotion to an object of esteem”. As Christians we worship our Lord in many ways, but the most common way is through songs of praise and adoration. Did you know there…
The Small Business Innovation Center (SBIC) located, between the Paulding Area Foundation building and the Board of Elections, currently has multiple office spaces available for rent. Managed by the Paulding County Economic Development (PCED) office, the SBIC was established in 2015 to offer an economical business office setting to young, growing businesses or established businesses…
PAULDING, OH: Thomas A. “Tom” Rulman, age 81, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Paulding County Hospital. Tom was born on June 27, 1941 in Paulding, OH to the late Norman and Florence (Dysert) Rulman. Tom worked as a packhouse loader for LaFarge before his retirement in 2005 after 42 years. Tom worked…
Kevin and Tamera (Scott) Anderson were married on January 18, 1983 by Pastor Terry Davy at Rosehill Church of God in Paulding, OH. Kevin and Tamera have five children: Tammara (JR) Misinec, Jefferson, OH; Shannon Anderson, Jefferson, OH; Casandra (Jason) Vance, Paulding, OH; Kacey (Deena) Anderson, San Antonio, TX; and Tiffany Anderson, Paulding, OH. They…
It all started with someone’s passion for making chocolate candy. That inspired Paulding County candy makers far and wide to produce more than 70 varieties of beautiful and delicious chocolate treats. And in the end, it raised more than $10,000 in just three hours at the Chocolate Walk fundraiser for the Caring & Sharing Food…
PAULDING, OH: Darlene L. Slane, age 88, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at the Gardens of Paulding. Darlene was born on January 14, 1934 in Paulding, OH to the late John and Madge (Morrow) Klingler. On February 9, 1963, she married the love of her life, Floyd Slane, who survives. Darlene spent her…
Paulding Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Chamber Appreciation Banquet on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at Grant’s Catering in Antwerp. Paulding Chamber members enjoyed an evening of good food, good fellowship, awards, and a little fun with a Cake Dash. Diamonds & Denim was the theme of the evening. Several businesses were recognized for their…
“Let Heaven & Nature Sing” is the theme for this year’s Festival of Trees at John Paulding Historical Society in Paulding. The line from the beloved Christmas song “Joy to the World” evokes angels, starry heavens, woodlands, mountains, wildlife, the beauty of nature, music, choirs and much more throughout the museum buildings. The dates will…
A new barbershop will be opening in Paulding, OH. Trevor Speice, entrepreneur and owner of Speice’s Barbershop is a recipient of the Small Business Support Loan through the Paulding County Economic Development (PCED) office. This fund was made possible by the Paulding County Area Foundation and was established to help small businesses in Paulding County. …
Paulding native Paul J. Miles will present a benefit concert on Sunday, September 18th at 2:00 pm for the Nancy Lee Eagleson exhumation fund. The concert will be held at the Branch Christian Fellowship, 109 North Main Street, Paulding, which is on the east side of the courthouse square. Paul, a former football star athlete…
PAULDING, OH: Max P. Kochensparger, 84, of Paulding passed away Thursday, August 18, 2022 at Vancrest of Payne, Ohio. Max had battled two types of cancer since 2010, and time takes its toll and he couldn’t fight anymore. Max was born on March 23, 1938, in Gratiot County, Michigan the son of the late Stuart…
PAULDING, OH: Dorothy Goyings, 88, passed away on Aug. 9, 2022 at the Gardens of Paulding after an extended illness. Dorothy Irene Todd was born Sept. 2, 1933 to Orville “Bud” and Blanche (Klingler) Todd. While attending Paulding School she was a flute player in the band and graduated with the Class of 1951. She…
By: Angel Steiner What started with a humble family man who knew about refrigeration units and how to manufacture them, has grown into a nearly 300 employee corporation that manufactures components for emergency and fire vehicles, refrigeration units, and control panels for pieces of equipment including farm vehicles. In 1997, Ken Manz decided to step…
