As part of a $100,000 commitment to help local non-profits address the challenges faced from the COVID-19 global pandemic, First Federal Bank has committed $2,000 from the Charitable Foundation to Henry County Senior Center Inc. “We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work because we believe vibrant communities…
Category: Health
Paulding County Hospital Respiratory Clinic NOW Open to the Public
by •
Starting Monday, April 20, 2020, Paulding County Hospital will be opening their Respiratory Clinic to the public. The clinic has been selectively managed, and is now open to the public. The clinic will be staffed Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Individuals can call the clinic at 419-399-1163 to schedule an appointment. The clinic…
Chow Line: Cleaning and Disinfecting Amid COVID-19
by •
Do I need to store my food in the garage or wipe my groceries with a disinfectant when I get them home from the grocery store to keep safe from coronavirus? While some people choose to wipe their groceries down with a disinfectant cloth when bringing them home from the grocery store as a preventive…
Purdue Fort Wayne Students Using 3D Printing Skills to Produce Needed Parts for Critical Care
by •
For the past week, three student workers at Purdue University Fort Wayne have been allowed to return to the university’s 3D print lab to use their training to help medical professionals serving on the front line. Covering solo shifts to ensure appropriate social distancing, the team has been printing respiratory protection equipment attachments for Parkview…
Chow Line: Keeping Food Fresh Longer Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
by •
I’m only shopping once or twice a month now, as I abide by the Ohio Stay at Home Order during the COVID-19 pandemic. How can I make sure my food lasts as long as possible so that I don’t have to keep going back to the store? Your question is on the minds of many…
Paulding County Hospital Implementing NEW Visitor Restrictions
by •
Paulding County Hospital (PCH) has currently been operating under visitor restrictions for several weeks. These restrictions have been increased at this time to further protect our patients, staff, and community. PCH Medical/Surgical Unit and Emergency Department will now be allowing zero visitors into the facility. However, there are special circumstances that will be considered. These…
Food Trucks Temporarily Allowed at ODOT Rest Areas
by •
To address one of the biggest challenges truck drivers face, access to a hot meal, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is temporarily opening the state’s 86 rest areas to food trucks. “Truck drivers are the lifeblood of the economy and their jobs have never been more critical than now,” said Governor Mike DeWine. “I’ve…
BBB Alert! Latest Coronavirus Telemarketing Scams
by •
“You are getting $ 1,200 immediately from the government!” News of this government relief payment has been welcomed by consumers, but also by scammers, who are now using it to cheat folks who don’t know the details. FACT: The payments will be $1,200 per adult or $ 2,400 for joint taxpayers (plus $500 per child)…
COVID-19 & THE 2020 U.S. CENSUS
by •
The U.S. Census comes around every 10-years and this year the census was just getting started when the dreaded COVID-19 virus struck the United States. The census is a very important method of helping to decide the funding allocations for local communities as well as the number of U.S. House of Representatives each state is…
PEVS Meal Distribution Update
by •
We here at Paulding Ex. schools are still committed to feeding kids (ages 1-18) in our community for as long as we can. But in order to keep the community and staff as safe as possible, we have to make some adjustments. We will now have two distribution sites only and will distribute a 5…
Antwerp Student Makes Good Use of At Home Learning
by •
Antwerp Junior, Eric Thornell, is making good use of his time by using the school’s 3D printer to create parts of a face shield that our local health care facilities and first responders can use. Eric asked if he could use the school’s printer to do this, so it was delivered to his house after…
Paulding County Second Confirmed COVID 19 Case
by •
Paulding County Health Department Reports Second Confirmed Case of Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) April 8, 2020: The Paulding County Health Department (PCHD) reports that a second Paulding County resident has tested positive for COVID-19. Again, we want to stress that no personal information about the case will be released, in order to protect the privacy of…
Paulding County Health Department Announces Changes in Services in Response to COVID-19
by •
With cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) confirmed in Ohio, including cases that have come from community spread; Paulding County Health Department will be making additional changes in services to promote social distancing. The following changes are until further notice: Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Paulding County: WIC will continue services and benefits. Please call the office…
