Abbie Stoller, a senior at Wayne Trace High School, recently received a $500 scholarship from MY102.7 FM. The radio station awards one scholarship per graduating class at each of Paulding County’s three high schools and Vantage Career Center. Stoller plans to use the scholarship at the University of Toledo, where she will study nursing. “One…
The Reuben J. Smith Post 297 American Legion in Payne is sponsoring three Wayne Trace Students to participate in the Boys and Girls State Programs this year. Boys State will be held at Miami University and Girls State will be held at the University of Mount Union. The two Boys State Delegates are Kyle Slade,…
The Heritage Lions will be parking their ice cream trailer at all the special events in our area again this year. The profit from every cone or cup sold goes to local EMS and Fire Departments, food banks and many other worthy organizations. These are the places and dates you can find the Heritage Lions…
Sophia Fisher has been awarded the PHS Band Booster scholarship for 2022. She has been in band since the fifth grade playing flute, and saxophone for the marching band, jazz band, and concert band. She was also a field commander her Junior and Senior years during the marching season. Sophia plans to go to Northwest State…
Heritage Lions Club President Tom Wolf presented a $1000 check to Zach Hartman, President of Hoagland Area Advancement Association. The donation will go toward park improvements.
XANDER RYAN JEWELL was named 2022 Valedictorian of Harlan Christian School. His parents are Ryan and Nicole Jewell. His GPA is 11.60. After graduation, Jewell plans to attend Ivy Tech for Computer Science because he plans to have a career at a software development company. During high school Jewell participated in youth group, baseball, basketball,…
With this victory, Wayne Trace head coach Amber Showalter hits her 100th victory in her career. The Lady Raider mentor is now 100-64 for her career, which is currently in her seventh season. To top it off, this was the Sectional Championship game against Cory Rawson. Lady Raiders play next at Elida on TONIGHT May…
Five students from the medical assisting program, along with twelve students from the phlebotomy technician program were recognized at a special ceremony yesterday at Northwest State Community College. Both options lead to entry-level positions in the health care field, and students earning the phlebotomy technician certificate may choose to continue their education for an associate…
The Paulding County Land Revitalization Committee (commonly called Land Bank) was invited to an open house this week. Jake Gentz, owner of Jake Places, LLC recently completed a 1300 square foot home at 848 West Perry Street. The three-bedroom, two bath home, was built on land bank property that was purchased in 2021 through a…
On Thursday, May 5th Paulding Junior High School held a college and career day for all students in the eighth grade. This event was organized by Paulding Junior High School guidance counselor Maddie Reinhart. Shown in the picture are presenters Joel Parret and Cody Clark speaking to students about career opportunities.
Antwerp Elementary April Student of the Month are: Back Row: Cate Rohrs, Pearce Cottrell, Carson Blair, AJ Honigford, Liam Burelison. Middle Row: Grace Kobee, Josie Laker, Bradyn Miller, Keigan Custer, Quintin Reyes, Jameson Reeb, Brando Cruz. Front Row: Ashlynn Dunham, Zac Barker, Maryn Cottrell, Ethan Flanary.
In a game that didn’t see an earned run by either team, Paulding picked up a 2-1 non-league victory over Ottoville Monday night in high school baseball action. With the game tied at 1-1 in the bottom of the fifth, Nick Manz reached on a Big Green error with one out in the bottom of…
By: Caydence Rue, Paulding FFA Reporter Last Friday, April 29th, the Paulding FFA Chapter held their annual petting zoo with over 800 students and staff attending including Oakwood Elementary and Ann’s Bright Beginnings Preschool. Over 15 FFA members volunteered to bring in their animals for students and staff to enjoy. The elementary students truly enjoy…
