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Antwerp Defeats Ayersville football

The Archers picked up a narrow victory in Friday night football action following the Jessica Thornell Tribute. The Archers took an early lead just before the end of the first quarter when Reid Lichty picked up a 7 yard rush, and Stephon Walker successfully kicked the field goal. Ayersville’s Trevino returned the favor in the…

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…

Power2Change To Host Public Celebration

Power2Change is hosting a public celebration on Monday, October 18 at the Black Swamp Nature Center.  There will be food and fellowship from 5:00 to 6:00 with a meeting immediately following. The purpose of the meeting is to help community members better understand how they can receive help from, as well as, participate in the…

Friday Night Tribute to Jessica Thornell

Jason Landers, Antwerp Football announcer, read the following before the football game on Friday evening as a tribute to Jessica Thornell, who tragically lost her life. “Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of Antwerp Local Schools, I will ask you to join in a moment of silence in memory of Antwerp Freshman, Jess Thornell. This past…

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…

Field reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife officers

Central Ohio – Wildlife District One In March, State Wildlife Officer Maurice Irish, assigned to Delaware County, received a call about an injured bald eagle. After confirming the injury, he safely captured the bird and transported it to the Ohio Wildlife Center where it was treated for its injuries. The eagle was released in June…

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…

Drunk as Cooter Brown

Penny For Your Thoughts By: Nancy Whitaker I love the south and my grandparents were both from the southern states. Of course, my Granny, could make great sugar cookies, sweet tea, dandelion greens, fresh green beans, bake super pies and could forecast the weather using various nature signs.  I grew up with not only her cooking and…

Paulding FFA attends Farm Science Review

By: Carter Manz, Paulding FFA Reporter On Tuesday, September 21st, 24 Paulding FFA students attended the Farm Science Review in London, Ohio.  There were hundreds of booths for the students to visit so they could learn more about the many different businesses in agriculture. There were also field demonstrations for the students to watch which…

39th Annual Women’s Retreat

First Presbyterian Church (EPC) in Paulding OH is hosting its 39th Annual Women’s Retreat on Saturday, October 30, 2021 from 9 am until 2:30 pm. Doors open at 8:30 am. The church is located at the corner of Caroline and Cherry Streets in Paulding, one block from the courthouse square. This year, guest speaker Kim…

Antwerp Day in the Park donates to 4-H

The Antwerp Day in the Park was a huge success this year. The Antwerp Chamber of Commerce decided to make a donation to the 4-H groups that helped at Day in the Park.  The check presented by Mandy Miller to help support the Youth Leadership Building is given to Michael Schweinsberg.

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. …