Heat doesn’t keep PPEC customers from enjoying Appreciation Day

The day started off with the heat rapidly rising. There an ever-present breeze that occasionally strengthened enough to provide relief for the many Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (PPEC) customers that came to enjoy the activities of PPEC Customer Appreciation Day.

Why authentic followers of Christ will vote with Democrats

In Miracles and Wonder - the Historical Mystery of Jesus, Princeton historian and professor of religion, Elaine Pagels explains how and why Christianity appealed to so many people. After 2,000 years, it still captivates some 28 percent of the world population--more than any other faith or declared secularists. Unlike religious leaders before him, Jesus’s message brought hope to the masses, hope that, through love and mercy, they too could find happiness, if not in this world, then certainly in an afterlife.

Husted leads bipartisan, bicameral bill to crack down on human trafficking

“We must rescue victims from abuse and stop traffickers from preying on vulnerable teens, children, women and men. Department of Labor employees are on the ground conducting workplace inspections, and they need to be able to spot human trafficking behavior in real time. That’s why our bill would equip DOL employees with the education and training necessary to quickly recognize trafficking and report it to law enforcement.”

UNOH to add women’s flag football as varsity sport

LIMA — The University of Northwestern Ohio is proud to announce the addition of Women’s Flag Football as its newest varsity sport, set to begin competitive play in Spring 2027. The new program comes as part of the university’s ongoing commitment to expanding athletic opportunities for female athletes.

Latty Community Festival set for July 26

Anyone who’s ever visited, lived in, or driven past Latty, Ohio on State Route 613 or US 127, should come and see what’s happening in this small but active community. The Fourth Community Festival on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the Latty Town Hall and Park. from 10:45 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., promises a day of fun and community spirit for all ages. There is no rain date. Focused on the Theme, “Bringing the community together by showing the Love of Christ,” the festival is organized by members of 3 local area churches: The Latty Apostolic Christian, Friends United Methodist, & Latty Zion Baptist.