TEMPEL – MICHAEL

With much happiness, Kurt and Emily Tempel announce the marriage of their daughter, Hannah Jean Tempel to Jacob Flynn Michael, son of Doug and Cheryl Michael.  A private ceremony took place on May 9, 2020 at St. Peter’s Lutheran church in Edon, Ohio.  A celebration reception will take place at a later date. The bride…

West Bend News to Offer Free WiFi

With Paulding Putnam Electric Coop offering free WIFI to students, the West Bend News realized they also had parking and WiFi resources that could be used for students with limited access to Internet. Starting immediately for the next 30 days West Bend Printing in Antwerp will allow students and their parents to use the parking…

COOPER FARMS PROVIDES OVER 21,000 MEALS AND DONATES $10,000 IN GIFT CARDS FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES TO FIRST RESPONDERS

As so many face unforeseen challenges across America, Cooper Farms is working to provide food and resources to their fellow Ohioans. The farm and food company, located in western Ohio, has made several donations over the past month, providing over 21,000 protein-rich meals, and so much more. Nearly 6,000 pounds of turkey as well as…

‘No Compromise!’ The Canal and the Reservoir War

By: Jane Nice Paulding County Bicentennial Committee Part of a series ANTWERP – In the early 1840s the manmade waterways of the canal system were nearing completion and about to open up northwest Ohio for commerce and settlement. Paulding County was positioned to be the hub of transportation in the area because not one, but…