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Warning signs of electrical problems
Homeowners know that owning a home provides a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. Home ownership also can increase the chances individuals view their homes as a sanctuary where they can relax and enjoy creature comforts they’ve personally chosen.
SHERIFF’S REPORT
Sunday, September 29th 3:37 a.m. Disorderly conduct was reported on ST RT 500 in Paulding

How to prepare a fireplace for the winter
As hours of daylight shorten and fall gives way to winter, thoughts shift from fall foliage to spending time cuddling under warm blankets and being cozy indoors. A fireplace can improve the ambiance of any room and help to create a warm and welcoming gathering spot.
DEFIANCE COUNTY GRAND JURY
Defiance County Prosecuting Attorney, Morris J. Murray, has released the following information regarding recent Indictments returned by a Defiance County Grand Jury on October 1, 2024: Robert G.

School report cards show slowing in progress despite other good scores
The State Report cards came out and show all Paulding County meeting or exceeding standards, save one. All three school districts showed a lack of growth based on past performance. Vantage Career Center had an exemplary score, but was measured without the progress metric where the three school districts failed to meet standards.
Kurtis Ringler named to SNHU Dean’s List
MANCHESTER, New Hampshire Kurtis Ringler of Paulding has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Summer 2024 Dean’s List. The summer terms run from May to August.
Northwest State, staff bargaining unit reach new three-year agreement
ARCHBOLD, Ohio – Negotiations between NSCC Administration and the staff bargaining unit (“staff”) had previously reached an impasse, and the process went to fact finding. Both parties accepted the recommendations of the fact finding arbiter and have agreed to a new agreement. The agreement is three years in length, running through June 30, 2027.
Jordan Snyder named to SNHU President’s List
MANCHESTER, New Hampshire Jordan Snyder of Paulding has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Summer 2024 President’s List. The summer terms run from May to August.

Know your 2024 ballot: Issue 1
In an election year in Ohio, there’s usually an issue on the ballot that will change the state’s constitution. In 2023, the issues were abortion access and marijuana legalization. In 2024, an amendment is on the ballot that seeks to combat gerrymandering, the practice of drawing voting districts along party lines to benefit one political party over another.
