DEFIANCE, OH: Thomas J. Townley, age 73, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at Mercy Health – Defiance Hospital. Thomas was born on June 10, 1948 to the late Russell and Lorraine (Bott) Townley in Flint, MI. On March 18, 1967 he married Alyse DeGood, who preceded him in death in 2013. He served…
U.S. Representative Bob Latta (R-Bowling Green) provided the following statement announcing his re-election bid in Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District: “The people who call Ohio home represent the best of our country. It is my greatest honor to represent such hardworking Americans who are committed to our country’s success both at home and abroad. While it is always hard…
John William Phillips, 74, of Hicksville, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021, at Coventry Meadows in Ft. Wayne. John was born in Hicksville on October 17, 1947, a son of the late Ruth (Gloor) & Robert Phillips. John worked for many years at Dietrich Industries. He was a proud Marine, bravely serving his country in…
PAYNE, OH: Theresa M. Baumle, age 94, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne, IN. Theresa was born on November 11, 1927 to the late John and Anna (Schall) Linder in Payne, OH. On January 21, 1950, Theresa married Harold Baumle, who preceded her in death on September…
PAULDING, OH: John Straka, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at his residence in Paulding, OH. John was born on January 8, 1931 to the late Joseph and Anna (Langel) Straka. On October 9, 1954, he married Maxine Fellers, who survives. For 22 years, John worked for Doty Lithograph before it became…
FLORIDA, OH: Former Paulding County resident, Ruth A. Whitman-Andrew, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at The Gardens of Paulding. Ruth was born July 4, 1943 to the late Alonzo and Ruth (Adams) Golliver. She was a bus driver for Wayne Trace Schools for 15 years as well as for Tinora, Ayresville,…
The hotly contested seats in the elections from around the county finally come to their conclusion. The Paulding County Board of Elections released their unofficial tallies last night. See the results here:
CCBanks Productions’ cast of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast invites you all to “Be Our Guest” this November 5, 6, and 7 at the Huber Opera House in Hicksville, Ohio. On Friday and Saturday, the magic begins at 6pm with a celebration dinner that includes prime rib and baked potatoes! Not only will you enjoy…
By: Dr. James Bachman Dear Parson, Can America be saved from destruction? Yes, especially if we do what…
By: Carter Manz, Paulding FFA Reporter On Wednesday, October 13th, the Paulding FFA Chapter had 19 members travel around Paulding County feeding the farmers in the fields. The chapter first started doing service project three years ago and it’s one of our favorite projects to do each year. The chapter found that it was a…
The 2021 election has proved to be quite the choice for Antwerp residents as nine people have filed paperwork to fill four open seats on the Antwerp village council. Bryce Steiner is, of course, a resident and business owner, serving the village and surrounding counties. His experience with running a current business is unique to…
“All Aboard the JPHS Christmas Train” is the theme for this year’s John Paulding Historical Society’s Festival of Trees, which begins Friday, Nov. 5. “The festival is our largest fundraiser for the museum,” says event chairman Eileen Kochensparger, “and with COVID ceasing all activities last year, it is hoped that with your help we can…
The Paulding County Carnegie Library Children’s Room will be hosting their annual “Fall Party” on Thursday October 28. The event will be from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Come dressed in your favorite costume. The Children’s room will have games, candy, and crafts available. Drive through option is also available, just call ahead!!!! Don’t miss our…
