March 2025
Paulding Council hears updates on sirens, water line project
PAULDING – Paulding Village Council met Monday, March 24, quickly addressing a light agenda. Village Administrator Jason Vance told council the electric service agreement for village-owned properties is set to expire May 31. A Palmer Energy consultant said earlier this month that the village should expect an increase from the current rate of 5.5 cents per kilowatt hour to somewhere around 8 cents/kWh.

The impact of mental health awareness in high school sports
In recent years, mental health has become an increasingly important topic, not only in the world of high school sports but across all areas of life. Student-athletes, who are often seen as symbols of strength and perseverance, face unique pressures that can affect their mental well-being. Thankfully, many high schools are now taking proactive steps to raise awareness and provide support to help students balance the demands of sports and mental health.

Varga leads dominant shutout win over Wright State-Lake
CELINA, Ohio - Senior pitcher Jeffrey Varga flirted with a no-hitter in a dominant, seven-inning effort for while the Defiance Yellow Jackets’ offense supplied plenty of run support in a 14-0 victory over the Wright State-Lake Lakers at Montgomery Field on Wednesday.

What’s Happening at Your Library in April
The Paulding County Carnegie Library is excited for Spring. Check out what is happening at one or all the branches. The library will close at noon on Good Friday, April 18. The library will be open on Saturday, April 19, during normal hours. National Library Week is April 6 through the 13. This year’s theme is “Drawn to the Library.” Stop in and let us know what you value about your local library.

Business, Industry and College Showcase to be held Wed. April 2
PAULDING – The Paulding County Economic Development (PCED) office is hosting the Annual Business, Industry & College Showcase on Wednesday, April 2nd, from 8:00 am- 12:00 pm. The event is located at the Paulding County OSU Extension Building, located at 503 Fairground Drive in Paulding 45879. Junior and senior students from Antwerp, Paulding, Wayne Trace and Continental schools will attend to meet and learn more about the businesses, colleges and non-profit businesses in attendance. The Public is also welcome to attend.

Terri Lynn (Hill) Coulon 1956-2025
Terri Lynn (Hill) Coulon, age 68, of Hamilton, Indiana and formerly of rural Archbold, Ohio, passed away peacefully Monday morning, March 17, 2025 in her home with the comfort of her loving family surrounding her. Terri was born June 16, 1956 in Paulding, Ohio to Paul and the late Margie (Funkhouser) Hill, she married John A. Coulon on July 14, 2000 and he survives. Terri retired from Wilbur-Ellis in 2015.Terri enjoyed gardening and giving love and kindness to animals.

Putnam County District Library announces April programming
OTTAWA — The Putnam County District Library has announced the following programs for April: