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Defiance County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s assistance in solving recent robbery and assault
DEFIANCE - The Defiance County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a recent incident involving a Robbery and Assault that occurred on 4/14/2025 in the parking lot at Newman’s Carryout (The Big Fish) on SR 15. We are seeking assistance from the public to gather additional information and bring this matter to a resolution.
Elisabeth Johnston earns Ohio Wesleyan Theory-to-Practice Grant
DELAWARE, OH - Elisabeth Johnston of Oakwood, has been awarded a spring 2025 Theory-to-Practice Grant from Ohio Wesleyan University. Part of the OWU Connection, the competitive, university-funded grants support research, internship, service, and cultural-immersion opportunities.
‘Never Alone Act’ seeks to ensure patients have in-person advocates
When Derek Calkins woke up in the hospital in January 2021, he couldn’t see or move.
Secretary Larose, Treasurer Sprague call on State Board of Deposit to authorize cryptocurrency payments
COLUMBUS – Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose and Ohio Treasurer of State Robert Sprague called today on the State Board of Deposit to authorize the use of cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin, to pay for state fees and services.
Paulding Putnam awards $10,000 in scholarships, Announces 2025 Youth Program participants
PAULDING, OH — Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) is proud to announce the recipients of its scholarship and youth program opportunities. A total of $10,000 in scholarships was awarded to local students, along with several students selected to represent the co-op in statewide and national youth leadership experiences.
Wix Filters names University of Northwestern Ohio 2024-2025 School of the Year
WIX® Filters, a global innovator and manufacturer of filtration products, in conjunction with Tomorrow’s Technician, has selected the University of Northwestern Ohio, Lima, OH, as the 2024-2025 School of the Year. The award will be presented at a special ceremony at 10:00 am on April 30, 2025 in the High Performance Motorsports Complex at 1744 Hartzler Road, Lima, OH 45805.
Paulding Council updates water dept. rules, fees
PAULDING – Paulding Village Council approved some rule changes for the water department, heard the mayor ask for support of a ballot issue and discussed a new cemetery structure at its regular meeting Monday, April 28.
Paulding Fairground vandalized
PAULDING - On the evening of April 22, vandals struck the Paulding County Fairgrounds. It was the second time that vandals struck following a 2024 incident where several buildings were spraypainted, including the Paulding FFA shed which sells Smoked Sausage sandwiches every year at the Paulding County Fair.