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The Kiwanis Club of Paulding County was privileged to have Charity Meuleman (Defiance/Paulding Consolidated Job & Family Services) as the guest speaker at the May 8, 2025 club meeting. Charity came at the invitation of Corey Walker (Director, Paulding County Carnegie Library). Charity spoke to the Kiwanians about the need for Foster Families in Defiance and Paulding County Ohio and how to become a foster parent. Charity discussed the importance of fostering and how it can be life changing for families in time of need and struggle. 

Dr. Mark Kleffner is the 2025 recipient of the Ohio State University at Lima’s Violet I. Meek Town and Gown Award. Kleffner will receive his award at a ceremony scheduled to begin at 5:15 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in the G. Gilbert Cloyd Commons on the lower level of Galvin Hall.

Ohio advocates said proposed federal cuts to SNAP could force the state to absorb hundreds of millions in costs, threatening food access for families, seniors, and veterans.

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Ohioans were among dozens of rural leaders who gathered in Iowa this month, urging lawmakers to protect public education, small businesses, and working families.

Paulding - The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of Jill Strahley as its new Executive Director. With a strong background in community engagement, marketing, and nonprofit leadership, Strahley brings both passion and experience to this pivotal role.

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