The Antwerp Conservation Club is proud to announce that long-time executive committee members Kevin Smith and the late Mike Knight were given the title of Honored Life Members. Each year this honor is given to members who have provided exceptional service to our club.
The Paulding County Carnegie Library’s Susan Deatrick, Head of Youth Services has received a grant for Solar Eclipse viewing glasses from SEAL (Solar Eclipses Activities for Libraries). The project was funded by the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation. The mission of the Gordon and Betty Moorefoundation was established to create positive outcomes for future generations. In…
Get ready for a wine-derful time at the annual John Paulding Historical Society Wine Tasting on Saturday, March 16. Doors will open for the movie-themed event at 6:00 p.m. The fun gets under way at 7:00 p.m. with a selection of tasty wines and cheeses, plus door prizes, silent and live auctions, 50/50 drawing, and…
Samantha Ryan, a small-town Ohio native, developed a deep connection to film and visual arts early on. She honed her skills as a camera operator at BMUTV and a freelance assistant producer and camera Operator with Richer Productions. Samantha, who started in high school theater, now holds a Bachelor’s degree in Film. She balances writing,…
Youth from Mt Calvary Lutheran Church are shown are shown with Donna Snyder in front of her home as they visit another home during caroling on December 20. Lori Hines and Ryan Zuber helped the group organize to stop by Antwerp Manor, grandparents and friends, and other members of the church.
By: Erica Noggle Paulding, OH: The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce proudly reveals the winners of this year’s Holiday Window Decorating Contest. Limitless by PC Workshop secured the People’s Choice Award, captivating the community with its imaginative and festive display. WMEA of Paulding County earned the Judge’s Choice Award for their remarkable blend of creativity…
There has been multiple sightings of Santa Claus making stops in towns and villages all over the West Bend News readership area. From Bryan to Van Wert and Woodburn to Oakwood, Santa has been a busy person in the past few weeks! He’s taken the time to talk to hundreds of children and listen to…
Pictured are (seated) Lion Bob Hudson, and(l to r) Lion Terri Hargrove, Lion Pres. Susie Hudson, 1st VP Lion Steve Stewart and past Pres. Lion Dennis Stoll. The New Haven Lions donated $1700 to buy the lights for the big Christmas tree in Canal Park in downtown New Haven.
Christmas for Kids was the recent recipient of a $1,000 grant from the Keith Hubbard Family Fund maintained through The Defiance Area Foundation. This donation, in memory of Keith Hubbard, will be used for children in need in Defiance and surrounding counties. Pictured is Steve Hubbard, along with the Christmas for Kids fund-raising team.
Pastor Brent Roth and his wife, Pam, cordially invite you to attend the Sight and Sound film “I Heard the Bells” on Sunday, December 10 at 2p.m. At Bible Fellowship Church. Last year this film was second best movie in theaters nationwide and streamed to viewers in over 70 countries throughout the world. The film…
Antwerp Chamber of Commerce donated $1250 to the new Basketball Courts to be constructed at the Antwerp Ball Association’s fields behind the old school on Woodcox St. Heading up this project is Scott McMichael. These funds were raised from the recent Wine Bus Tour sponsored by Antwerp Chamber of Commerce.
The Christkindl Market of Bryan is now open for the season. It runs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 4-8 p.m. through December 16. It is located on the square in downtown Bryan, Ohio, and includes a European-style outdoor market, hot food and beverage options, visits with Santa, horse-drawn wagon rides and nightly entertainment. This year’s…
With all of the elves hard at work preparing for that one Christmas night, Felix and Georgeanne make it nearly impossible to finish in time. They are in charge of narrating and illustrating all the picture books for children. Georgeanne is tired of writing the same old stories year after year and Felix just wants…
