Tag: Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative

Linda Sue Miller

GROVER HILL, OH: Linda Sue Miller, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 peacefully in her Ohio home surrounded by her loving family.  Linda was born on January 5, 1949 in Holden, WV to the late Ernest and Lola (Workman) Farris. On November 4, 1967 she married the love of her life, Keith…

PPEC awards Scholarships to 7 local seniors

Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) knows career preparation can be expensive. That’s why one of PPEC’s cooperative principles, “Education, Training, and Information,” aims to uplift the next generation of leaders and help them succeed through the co-op’s Children of Members Scholarship Program. First place, $1,000 Local senior Chelsea Erford of Miller City High School received…

PPEC members donate $10,050 to 8 local organizations

Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $10,050 to 8 local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program.  About 80% of PPEC members round up their electric bill and donate those pennies to this fund, making a huge impact in the co-op’s northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities. Participating members…

Area Electric Cooperatives Accepting Applications For Scholarships & Youth Tour Trip To Capital

North Western Electric Cooperative, Tricounty Rural Electric Cooperative and Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative are now accepting applications for more than $15,400 in scholarships, as well as a free trip for multiple students to our nation’s capital as part of the annual Rural Electric Youth Tour.  Scholarships are open to graduating seniors planning to attend college,…

Christmas Giving Takes Center Stage at Vantage

At Vantage Career Center, the spirit of giving takes center stage every year as the Interact Club embarks on a mission to spread joy and happiness through their Toss-A-Toy event. This year, the club not only surpassed their previous fundraising efforts, but set a new record by raising an astounding $8,000.00. This impressive accomplishment allowed…

PPEC returns $2.5 million to members in capital credits

Many Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) members will see a lower electric bill around the holidays. This month, the local electric cooperative is returning nearly $2,500,000 in prior year margins to over 23,000 current and former members. Eligible co-op members will see a credit on their December electric bill. The money is being returned to…

PPEC Members Donate $13,044 to 8 Local Organizations

Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $13,044 to 8 local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program. About 80% of PPEC members round up their electric bill and donate those pennies to this fund, making a huge impact in the co-op’s northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities. Participating members…

PPEC to host Member Appreciation Carnival at Paulding County Fairgrounds July 22

Members receive free BBQ lunch, tethered hot air balloon rides, gift, entertainment, and more PAULDING, OH — Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative invites members and their immediate family to join the co-op for its 2023 Member Appreciation Day on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Paulding County Fairgrounds in Paulding, Ohio, between 9 am and 1 pm. PPEC members will have…

PPEC members donate $13,152 to 16 local organizations

Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $13,152 to 16 local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program. About 80% of PPEC members round up their electric bill and donate those pennies to this fund, making a huge impact in the co-op’s northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities. Participating members…

Paulding Putnam Electric Awards $5,400 in Scholarships To 7 Local Seniors

Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) knows career preparation can be expensive. That’s why one of PPEC’s cooperative principles, “Education, Training, and Information,” aims to uplift the next generation of leaders and help them succeed through the co-op’s Children of Members Scholarship Program. First place: $1,000 Local senior Kayla Nartker of Kalida High School received top…

Hornish speaks to Kiwanis CLUB MEETING

The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Abby Hornish (Branch Manager, The Union Bank Company) as the guest speaker at the March 23, 2023, club meeting. Abby was introduced by George Carter (CEO, Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative). Abby spoke to the Kiwanians about the Union Bank remodel of their new location at…

Randy Price selected by PPEC board as next CEO

The Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative Board of Trustees is proud to announce the selection of Randy Price as CEO, effective April 3, 2023.  Price has most recently been a regional vice president for Cooperative Building Solutions, based in St. Louis, Missouri. Prior to his current position, he served as CEO of Carroll White REMC in…

Three Paulding Putnam Electric Co-op Trustees Re-Elected to Board

 Three Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative trustees have been re-elected to the board: Joe Kohnen, District 1; Dr. John Saxton, District 6; and Dr. Ron Black, District 9. • District 1 includes members who reside in Marion, Madison, Monroe, Preble, and Union Townships in Allen and Adams Counties, Indiana. • District 6 includes members living in Auglaize, Brown,…