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Roger Jacob Spangler

OAKWOOD, OH Roger Jacob Spangler, 81 of Oakwood passed away at 4:15 a.m., Saturday, January 16, 2021 at The Meadows of Kalida.  He was born January 20, 1939 in Oakwood to the late Oliver and Clara Bell (Shafer) Spengler.  On march 25, 1961, he married Marie Dearth whom he shared a loving marriage of 58…

FREE CHRISTMAS BOOK SHOP AT GROVER HILL

Grover Hill students along with the Grover Hill PTO took part in the Free Christmas Book Shop. The In-School Book Shop was held in the gym for 2 days before Christmas, giving all kids the opportunity to shop. PTO moms help students browse the selection of books for all ages of siblings and parents.  The…

GROVER HILL STUDENTS HELP WITH RECYCLING

Grover Hill Elementary Sixth Grade Class gather recycling at the school and take on this responsibility each week in the building. Students collect Recycling Bins and sort through cardboard, paper, “RINSED” can and food containers, and plastic. Student Council Advisor is Mrs. Jessica Davis

OAKWOOD SPELLING BEE WINNERS

Oakwood Elementary held the annual Spelling Bee on Friday, January 8th. Myrriah Manz won the bee with Ava Leatherman declared the runner-up. Myrriah is a 6th grader and will represent Oakwood Elementary at the County Bee. Congratulations to both girls! 

KEEP CHRIST IN CHRISTMAS POSTER WINNERS

Congratulations to Divine Mercy students Carter Baumle, Addison Sennebogen, and Clare Linder for their winning posters submitted to the Paulding Knights of Columbus “Keep Christ in Christmas” poster contest. Each student received a $50 check from the Paulding Knights of Columbus, and their posters will move on to the state level for judging. Thank you…

Stanley Woods Jordan

Antwerp, OH Stanley Woods Jordan, 96, of Antwerp, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021 at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay. Stan was born in Antwerp on June 27, 1924, a son of the late Dollie (Woods) and William Jordan. He never stood on the sidelines. From his high school days, playing for the undefeated 1938 Archer…

SERVANT HEART AWARD

Heath Carter – Ms. Ashworth & Mrs. Overmyer’s Kindergarten Class Heath has a heart like Jesus. Heath comes to class early each morning. During that time, he always asks what he can do to help out. When given a task to do to help out, he completes it with a big smile. Heath also cares…

Paulding County Medical Reserve Corps

The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national network of volunteers, organized locally to improve the health and safety of their communities.  MRC volunteers include medical and public health professionals, as well as other community members without healthcare backgrounds.  MRC units engage these volunteers as well as local and state level partners to strengthen public…

Is Soil Health Real?

ound in agriculture.  After World War II, farmers became reliant on inorganic fertilizer to improve crop yields.  Soil organic matter (SOM) levels were still high, so an investment in fertilizer gave big yields.  Today, most soils have lost 50-80% SOM, so it takes more fertilizer and environmental problems are getting worse.  With improved genetics, crop…