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NWO Democratic Party All Family Picnic
DEFIANCE– The Defiance County Democratic Party will sponsor the 14th annual NWO Democratic Picnic. The event, “Picnic with a Purpose,” will take place on Saturday, July 12 from noon-4 at UAW Local 211 Park, 2120 Baltimore St.
2nd Annual Recycling Roundup Extravaganza Set for July 18–19
Paulding County residents are invited to take part in the 2nd Annual Recycling Roundup Extravaganza, a two-day event focused on cleaning up our homes and community while properly disposing of hard-to-recycle items. Hosted by the Paulding County Waste Management Education and Awareness program (WMEA), this event will be held Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19, across from the Paulding County Fairgrounds next to the Museum.
Northwest State raises over $63,000 for student scholarships at Green Carpet Event
ARCHBOLD, OHIO – The Northwest State Community College Foundation recently hosted its annual Green Carpet Event, “Unlock Students’ Possibilities,” and raised over $63,000. All proceeds from the event go directly to student scholarships. A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the 2025 Making a Difference Awards, which were created by the NSCC Foundation as a way to recognize and celebrate individuals, businesses and organizations in the six-county area committed to improving their communities. This year’s recipients were Kathy Shaw (Wauseon) and Filling Homes (Napoleon).
Paulding Putnam to unveil new brand and fiber internet packages at Member Appreciation Day July 12
PAULDING - Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative invites its members and their immediate family to join the co-op for its 2025 Member Appreciation Day on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the co-op headquarters located at 401 McDonald Pike, Paulding, Ohio. Parking will be located behind the Paulding Putnam office in the Paulding County fairgrounds lot. This annual celebration is an opportunity for members to enjoy free food, prizes, and family fun while getting a sneak peek at what’s next for their co-op.
Mercy Health leaders once again named to Becker’s Rural Hospital and Health System CEOs to Know list
DEFIANCE - Two Mercy Health leaders have once again been selected for this year’s Becker’s Hospital Review rural hospital and health system CEOs to know list.
Northwest State Community College Foundation presents $1,051,000 check to Board of Trustees
ARCHBOLD, OHIO – The Northwest State Community College Board of Trustees met in regular session on Thursday, June 26th at the Archbold campus. After roll call, Robbin Wilcox, NSCC Executive Director for Development & NSCC Foundation, and Foundation Board Chair Peter Beck presented the Board with a check in the amount of $1,051,000. The money is designated for student scholarships, equipment, outreach programs and student support efforts.
Engineers name Rep. Roy Klopfenstein Ohio Legislator of the Year
COLUMBUS - State Representative Roy Klopfenstein (R-Haviland) was named Legislator of the Year by the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE-Ohio) at the organization's 147th Annual Meeting.