Jerry Stanford

Jerry Stanford

Nancy J. Jeffery

Nancy Jeffery

Paulding — Nancy J. Jeffery, 94, of Paulding, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, with her family by her side at The Gardens of Paulding. She was born in Van Wert, OH, to Robert and Frances (Dittenhaver) Royer. They both preceded her in death. Nancywas united in marriage to Samuel“Sam” O. Jeffery on July 3, 1947. He preceded her in death onAugust 10, 2011.

Husted supports aggressive sanctions against Russia

WASHINGTON – Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) joined Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and a bipartisan group of senators in introducing legislation to levy primary and secondary sanctions against Russia and actors that support Russia’s aggression in Ukraine.

Antwerp to annex property to prepare for growth

ANTWERP – Paulding County is preparing for its own future growth as major project investment takes place in surrounding counties. This week, the Powell, Ohio based development group BMJW Investments LLC, with affiliate entity MWB Investments LLC, closed on three parcels totaling approximately 89 acres of “ready to develop” property in the northeast corner of the US 24/Highway 49 intersection. This location is on the south end of the Village of Antwerp. Sitting along US 24, the site is 20 miles west of Defiance, Ohio and 15 miles east of the I-469 loop around Fort Wayne, IN. With all the growth taking place in both northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio, this location has unlimited potential for future growth.

Congressman Bob Latta visits Vantage Career Center

Vantage Career Center is honored to have welcomed Congressman Bob Latta for a visit to our campus! By taking part in some activities and interacting with the students, Latta was able to experience the hands-on skill training that Vantage is known for. A presentation highlighted the future of Vantage and the new additions that will be added to the district. After the presentation, some of the students were able to ask questions and present Congressman Latta with engraved coasters as a token of appreciation. The day continued with interactive experiences through some simulations. The CDL instructor gave Latta the opportunity to sit behind the wheel and navigate a semi-truck simulation, providing a true-to-life experience of the skills students are achieving. Additionally, The Criminal Justice Seniors guided Latta through the proper traffic stop procedures and other skills needed for the field. Thank you to Congressman Bob Latta for taking the time to visit Vantage Career Center and support all of the opportunities Vantage has to offer.

RESPECT – The Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin Comes to Van Wert

VAN WERT –The Queen of Soul lives on when RESPECT: The Celebration of the Music of Aretha Franklin takes the stage at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center. This high-energy Broadway-style show will light up the theater with soul, rhythm, and timeless hits on Saturday, April 19th, promising an unforgettable night of music and celebration. The evening of powerful theatre is Presented by OhioHealth and Supported by Roger & Kay Okuley.