Emerald Township – The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Van Wert Post is investigating a crash involving two commercial vehicles. The crash occurred on US 24, near milepost 17, in Emerald Township, Paulding County. The crash was reported on July 8, 2021, at approximately 6:27 p.m. Lawrence Lewis, 57, of Defiance, OH, was operating a 2006…
The Ohio High School Athletic Association released the 2021 high school football regional assignments last week with area squads finding out potential playoff opponents. Sixteen teams in each regional will qualify for the OHSAA playoffs following the 2021 regular season with a pair of Paulding County teams looking at a possible matchup in the postseason.…
The Antwerp Boys Scouts Troop 143 is proud to present the 11th annual Bad Boys Toys Car Show – previously known as the Big Boys Toys Car Show — on July 17, 2021. Rain or shine, the event is scheduled to take place on South Main Street in the Village of Antwerp. The event takes…
Van Wert is a destination for comedy! Unverferth Family Dentistry is pleased to present Etta May & The Southern Fried Chicks at the Niswonger on October 23 at 7:30 PM. The Southern Fried Chicks have busted out of the hen house for a night on the town with their new show, the “Cage-Free Comedy Tour!” Rated as the…
Ed Bohn, Paulding County EMA sent in a field report that at 6:27pm tonight a weather event damaged a livestock barn, a addition under construction to a house and overturned a westbound semi on US 24, all this occurred near the intersection of Paulding County Road 143 and US 24, in the northeastern part of…
The Paulding County Republican Women will host a community town hall meeting for Ohioans to meet and hear from upcoming candidates running for the Republican ticket for U.S. Senate. Laurie Lucas, President of the Paulding County Republican Women, stated,”The Paulding County Republican Women do an educational event every year to provide information relevant to our…
Located on the Auglaize River, at the junction of State Routes 111 and 637, Five Span Park is the most utilized park under our authority. For more than seven decades it has been a recreational park, with many Independence Day celebrations held here, as well as family picnics. Just a hop, skip and a jump…
Did you know the 127 Garage Sales will be taking place in one month? The Paulding Presbyterian Church has spaces that could be used on their parking lot as a service to the community for those who do not have access to larger drives and lots. The church has a large area right next to…
On Tuesday, June 29, Joe Blystone and his crew visited Paulding County at the Cafe at Hollywood to discuss current issues with the residents of the county. He had a question and answer time to talk about the stances of the people that are disenfranchised with Governor DeWine. https://www.blystoneforgovernor.com/policies is the website that discusses his…
Recently, there have been reports of ill or dying birds found around Ohio and in nearby states. These birds often have swollen eyes, discharge from their eyes that may appear crusted, or a lack of clarity to the eyes. Affected birds may also exhibit neurological signs, for example their head may hang to one side…
By: Mark Holtsberry Andrew Schilb- Jemina Margaret (Gray) Schilb This story cannot be told without talking about both the husband and wife. I always wanted to know a little history behind the Schilb Funeral home. Stan and I, never really got to talk about this subject, so here I am, again, on my own. Andrew…
Now that Ohio has lifted its COVID health orders, the Alzheimer’s Association suggests people focus on improving their cognitive health as an important part of their return to normal. “The past year has been extremely challenging for most people,” said Pam Myers, Program Director for the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio Chapter. “Chronic stress, like that…
Penny For Your Thoughts By: Nancy Whitaker Usually they say that the corn should be knee high by July 4, and that summer should be in full swing by now. This year, however, I am beginning to think we are living in a monsoon. My grill is patiently awaiting to cook some burgers, my park benches…
