MILITARY HISTORY OF PAULDING COUNTY

By: Mark Holtsberry Samuel Rolla Mott Jr.  One of Paulding County’s highest ranking officers was Samuel Rolla Mott Jr. He was born January 12, 1831 in Knox County, Ohio, the son of John G. and Anna (Rieder) Mott.  His early childhood education in schools were of the normal studies. As he grew older he learned…

MAKING SOAP

Penny For Your Thoughts By: Nancy Whitaker I have never claimed to be a so called Arts and Crafts person, but I do like to cook and create various recipes and try household tips to save time and money. Everyone likes to save a dollar or two, at least I do, because as Ben Franklin…

Cereal Domino Cause Donates to Food Pantry

On Friday, March 12th, students and staff at Antwerp Elementary School lined the main hallway of the school to watch a cereal domino run. For two weeks prior, students donated 343 boxes for the run. The event was organized by the Antwerp Student Council, who will now donate the boxes to the Antwerp Food Pantry.…

PCAF Scholarships Now Available

The Paulding County Area Foundation offers and facilitates many scholarships for high school graduates and/or college students. The JP Crain scholarship is for high school graduates entering their post secondary education ; as well as current college students. This scholarship is applicable for first time applicants and renewing applicants. The Paulding County Area Foundation (Anonymous)…