How Paulding County Got Its Shape, 1820-1845

By: Jane Nice, Paulding County Bicentennial Committee (Part of a series) PAULDING – Have you ever wondered when viewing a map of Paulding County why it looks like a cake with a slice cut out of its northeast corner? It did not start that way. In 1820, when Paulding County was formed, it was surveyed…

Roundabouts to Improve Safety of State Route 309 at Thayer Road & Napoleon Road

Intersection projects to move forward with recommended alternatives LIMA, Ohio (March 19, 2020) The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 1 has chosen single-lane roundabout designs to improve the safety of two intersections on state Route 309 east of Lima. During a public meeting in January, roundabouts were the recommended alternative presented for the intersections…

RECYCLING ROUNDUP

What a difference a month makes! We were going strong and looking to exceed our volume from February and BOOM, the Corona Virus hit. As of March 20th, we are at 8,150 pounds. With the schools cancelled and most County offices closed to the public, we have been forced to scale back on our pickups.…

Coming Together in a Time of Crisis

A guest column from StateSenator Rob McColley The crisis that our country and our state currently face are unlike anything I can remember in my lifetime. It is absolutely heartbreaking when looking around at the toll taken on our communities: sports tournaments have been cancelled or indefinitely postponed, businesses and workers are suffering, nursing homes…

OPERATIONAL CHANGES FOR PAULDING COUNTY PROBATE/JUVENILE COURT

The Paulding County Probate/Juvenile Court has issued temporary policies and procedures in response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak.  Please visit the court’s website at www.pauldingjuvenilecourt.com or call 419-399-8256 for the latest information related to court proceedings, case filings, marriage license applications, and records requests.  We urge everyone to visit CDC.gov for the latest COVID-19 guidelines.

Historic Old Fort Cancels Events Until May 17

Due to the COVID-19 concerns, Historic Old Fort has cancelled all events until May 17th.  This includes the April 4 -Montcalm & Wolfe:  School of Soldier, the April 25 -13th Pennsylvania Garrison, the May 8- Education Day at the Fort, and the May 9-10- Muster on the St. Mary.  The Old Fort will also be…