STACY LYN (KEELER) BARBER
Stacy Lyn (Keeler) Barber, born March 10, 1960, of Montpelier, formally of Paulding, passed away peaceful at Defiance Inpatient Hospice on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Arrangements by Dooley Funeral Home, Antwerp, Ohio.
PHYLLIS J. CONLEY
PAULDING, OH: Phyllis J. Conley of Paulding passed away at 4:09 pm on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at her home. She was born January 7, 1940 in Van Wert, OH to the late Michael and Helen (Parsons) Rodman. She married Dale E. Conley on October 28, 1956 who precedes her in death. Together they shared many years of memories. Phyllis enjoyed spending time with family and friends, going to Florida for the winters and decorating.
There is yet another way to honor Caitlin Clark
It is no secret to anyone that follows me on Facebook that I am a big Caitlin Clark fan. For those of you who do not know who she is, Clark is in her first year of playing basketball as a point guard in the WNBA for the Indiana Fever.
Thinking about the election…
I’ve tried to make it a practice not to express too much of a political stance on the Opinion page. I don’t want people of either political side to feel that their voice is not appreciated.
PECA Oakwood ribbon cutting & open house
INFORMATION SUBMITTED It is with great excitement that the Paulding Exempted Character Academy (PECA), LifeWise Paulding Exempted and many members of the community gathered on September 2, 2024 to celebrate the Ribbon Cutting of the PECA Oakwood Building. The event started at 12:00 p.m.
Rock the Block celebration in Payne
PAYNE - The annual Rock the Block celebration hit Payne last weekend with music food, drinks, and charity. A parade brought out many businesses and organizations together in support of the festival.
Wayne Trace Seniors win arts festival award
INFORMATION SUBMITTED Congratulations go out to Wayne Trace seniors Aiden Lee and Bella Knowles who competed in the Black Swamp Arts Festival’s Chalk Walk this past weekend in Bowling Green. Aiden and Bella’s Mardi Gras-themed design won them the “Best Use of Media” award in this annual contest sponsored by the BG Rotary.
HISTORICAL MUSEUM
More than 1,200 students are enrolled in Wayne Trace schools for 1984-85. A big increase was reported in kindergarten students – 63 at Payne and 57 at Grover Hill.
Dealing with Weather & Cutting Costs
For most farmers, the weather has turned dry with corn and soybeans leaves drying down. A good August rain can add bushels to soybeans and help fill out the corn. While some farmers have received adequate rain this year, the weather patterns have been fickle. Most areas are in a drought now. It seems like the same areas get rain, perhaps too much at times while other areas get missed. A good explanation for this is that good growing crops that got early rain are transpiring more water into the atmosphere, generating more moisture in those areas. Whatever the reason, it can be exasperating for those lacking rain.
Milan Center Feed & Grain to host 20th Annual Pony Parade
INFORMATION SUBMITTED On Saturday, September 21st at 1 pm, Milan Center Feed and Grain will host the 20th Annual Pony Parade. Over 60 drivers and 300 riders ranging from ages 4 to 14 will show off their ponies and decorated wagons in this fun annual event.