Woodlan reporter Katilyn Burns: Halloween is always a fun and scary endeavor. Witches and ghouls roam the streets asking for sweets. You might even spot a zombie or two shuffling down the sidewalk. Do you think your monster getup is the most terrifying? Or do you believe that your princess ensemble is the most beautiful?…
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PAULDING COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE RECEIVES OVER $28,000 IN TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANTS
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Paulding County Sheriff Jason K. Landers announced the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s (ODPS) Ohio Traffic Safety Office (OTSO) awarded $28,222.42 in federal traffic safety funding to his office for federal fiscal year 2016, running from October 1, 2015 through September 30, 2016. “Partnerships are critical to the success of any safety effort and we…
2015 Paulding County Economic Development Dinner
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The Paulding County Economic Development Dinner for the community took place on Tuesday, September 15 at the Fairgrounds in Paulding. The evening began with meet & greet session and following that was the dinner. Jerry Zielke, PCED Director opened the evening. Two great speakers on this evening were Sarah Stubblefield and Dave Dorner. Jerry reported…
Caryer Joins CMH
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Steve Caryer is joining the CMH team! Steve has accepted the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) position at CMH. Steve’s responsibilities include financial services, patient accounts, materials management, and registration. Caryer is a seasoned finance professional and a lifelong resident of Hicksville. Steve has demonstrated his commitment to CMH after having served on the CMH Board…
Ken Conkle and His Garden
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By: Kimberly Smith Last year, around the beginning of spring, a citizen of Antwerp who goes by Ken Conkle started a community garden for himself and the community of Antwerp. I couldn’t help myself but to wonder why he spontaneously grew a garden… so why did he? Mr. Conkle has a burning passion and has…
ACDC Safety Project
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Antwerp Community Development Committee President, Jim Pendergrast and ACDC Board Member Tom Derck lead a project to clear brush and trees at an important corner in Antwerp. The site is at the corner of East River St. (CR 424) and Harrmann Road where the Napoleon, Defiance and Western Railway crosses Harrmann Road. Over the years,…
Broughton Redneck Jamboree was Jammin’
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This is the 10th anniversary for the annual Broughton Redneck Jamboree set right in the center of town. It seemed as if the whole town turned out on such a pleasant Saturday evening. The festivities took off with a balloon release of about 300 balloons. The flag raising was then conducted by veterans Dan Wilder,…
Thank You
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We, the Woodburn Community Historical Society, want to say thank you to our community for making our 150th a success. In our drawing, Dr. Hicks won the country throw. If you wish to buy a 150th Woodburn Sesquicentennial book, they are $25. Get yours from Deb at Main St. Express on her working days or…
2015 Ribfest River Run 5K
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Antwerp’s 2015 Ribfest River Run 5K was well attended with 114 participants (4 of which ended up not running). 22 of the 110 who ran were in the 14 and under category (this age group continues to grow each year!). Money raised from this event went to the Antwerp Community Development Committee and they have…
Woodburn celebrates SummerFest with 150th year
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This year marks the 150th Celebration of the Woodburn. Throughout the years, Woodburn has been known by several different titles including Phelps Station, Shirley City and its current name. This past weekend residents and people throughout the area came together, braving the weather, having a good time in the park. Beth Wood from Indiana Wild…
Hospice Poker Run & Blessing of the Bikes: May 24
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About 200 motorcycle riders will be part of a poker run and fundraiser for the CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center on Sunday, May 24 at Family Christian Center, 1834 E. Second St., Defiance. There will be food, entertainment and a blessing of the bikes beginning at 11:00 a.m. There will be a car and…
Paulding County Senior Center hosts Senior Day “Down on the Farm”
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The Paulding County Senior Center is hosting their annual senior day event on May 19th at the County Extension Building. Join them “Down on the Farm” for a great country style meal, door prizes and banjo entertainment in the morning. Featured entertainment this year is Yvonne Stahl and the Boogie Grass Band. Doors open at…
Snyder receives award in excellence in home nursing care
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Ashley Snyder, LPN, with Community Health Professionals of Paulding received an Excellence In Home Care Award from Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio in recognition of her service and commitment to home and community care. Snyder delivers in home nursing care to Paulding County residents and provides toenail clinic services at the Paulding County…
