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Conservative statesman Jim Hoops to run for State Senate

NAPOLEON - State Representative James M. “Jim” Hoops declared his candidacy in the upcoming 2026 election for Ohio’s First District Senate seat, which consists of the northwest Ohio counties of Defiance, Fulton, Hancock, Hardin, Henry, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert, Williams, and northern portion of Logan. Ohio’s First District Senate seat is currently held by State Senator and President of the Ohio Senate, Robert McColley, who is term-limited and serving his final term.

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OH-114 to close for 45 days

HAVILAND- State Route 114 will close for 45 days starting April 21, 2025. The closure will begin just east of the intersection of US 127, where the road goes toward Grover Hill. The construction will improve drainage systems along the route. Drivers should take an alternate route using a county road to the north or south to Rd. 123 to continue into Grover Hill during this project.

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PCED Business, Industry and College Showcase introduces students to county businesses

PAULDING - During a morning of heavy storms, juniors and seniors from Paulding County’s three High Schools and home-schooled students explored county businesses and area colleges. The showcase was put together by Paulding County Economic Development (PCED). The Paulding Progress was privileged to be there to talk to students interested in journalism.

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