Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $10,050 to 8 local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program. About 80% of PPEC members round up their electric bill and donate those pennies to this fund, making a huge impact in the co-op’s northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities. Participating members…
By: Staci Miller, Paulding FFA Advisor On June 15th, the Paulding FFA hosted the 1st Annual Animal and Me program at the Paulding County Fair. This program is happening at County Fairs all across Ohio, from metro areas like Warren County to rural counties like our own Paulding County. The program links individuals with developmental…
This year’s Paulding County Fair may be over, but there is still time to enjoy the fun and excitement through a special exhibit at John Paulding Historical Society. The exhibit commemorates the fair’s 150 years at the Paulding County Fairgrounds, 1872-2022. The museum is located across from the fairgrounds in Paulding. The exhibit, which opened…
6/15/22 — The Paulding County Fair is experiencing the extreme heat conditions as everyone else is and as a result of the temperatures in the 90’s and the heat index above 100 degrees, the Rabbit Barn was developing dangerously high temperatures inside the building in the afternoon. The fair board decided to call the fire…
After a year of uncertainty, the Paulding County Fair had an outstanding week and livestock sale. Junior Fair advisor, Tony Miller was thrilled with the community participation. “It was heartwarming to see the support from local businesses investing in Paulding County youth,” said Miller. Senior Fair Board President, Dan Howell and the Board were pleased…
On Thursday, June 17 the Vice President of the Ohio Board of Education spoke on the dangers of the Critical Race Theory that has been brought to the national spotlight in the past couple of years. Last year the Ohio School Board adopted a resolution determining that standards should be lowered based upon the color…
The Paulding County Fair opened Saturday, June 12 and on Monday, June 14 Ohio leaders met in Paulding County to recognize the reopening, not just Paulding’s Fair, but of all the County Fairs in Ohio. Last year the fairs were closed to the epidemic of COVID19, disappointing all the people who worked hard in getting…
By: Patrick Troyer, Paulding SWCD While the Paulding County Fair has now come and gone, there are still some winners of some contest that are to be announced! Visitors to the Paulding Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) booth at the fair had the opportunity to vote on their favorite photos and posters as part…
Ed Bohn of the Paulding County EMA was able to get a real storm shelter in time to demonstrate for the Paulding County Fair. Tornadoes have struck close in Dayton and Celina, doing heavy damage. This area is has had notorious storms in the last few years and there is no reason to take a…
By: Patrick Troyer, Paulding SWCD The 2019 Paulding County Fair is quickly approaching and the Paulding Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is preparing some great activities for you and your family! New this year, our booth will be in a white tent right on the midway! Come on out to enjoy some great make-n-take…
By: Patrick Troyer, Education Specialist The 2018 Paulding County Fair is quickly approaching and the Paulding Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is preparing some great activities for you and your family! We will return this year in the new “Acres of Fun” area located in the Paulding County Extension Hall. Come on out to…
Grand Champion Market Hog: Alan Griffiths, #127, Suds 24/7 Inc. – Cooper Farms, $ 700.00 Reserve Champion Market Hog: Trevor Speice, #121, Ace Rental Place, $ 600.00 Grand Champion Market Lamb: Bejamin Weible, #371, Jewell Grain Company, $ 700.00 Reserve Champion Market Lamb: Brooke Greulach, #283, Baughman Tile Company, $ 700.00 Grand Champion Single Fryer:…
On Friday, June 16, 2017 the Showman of Showmen Contest took place at the Paulding County 4-H Fair. This contest brings the top showman of each livestock category into a final competition for overall best showman. The following top livestock showmen competed: Jowaine Grimes, Rabbits; Jacob Klopfenstein, Dairy/Beef; Faith Meraz, Goats; Trevor Speice, Swine; Hannah…
