July 2025
Local Boy Scouts complete 50-mile canoe trip
In an inspiring display of endurance, teamwork, and outdoor adventure, Boy Scouts from Glandorf Troop 229 and Ft. Jennings Troop 230 recently completed an incredible 50-mile canoe journey, earning the prestigious 50-Miler Award.
Paulding Putnam unveils new brand identity, fiber internet plans at Member Appreciation Day
PAULDING — Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative (now known as Paulding Putnam) proudly introduced its bold new brand during its annual Member Appreciation Day event on July 12, 2025 — celebrating the cooperative’s rich history and exciting future. With over 1,200 members, families, and guests in attendance, the event marked a major milestone in Paulding Putnam’s 90-year legacy of service.
Local man knows major flood clean-up first-hand
Clyde Wireman knows, first-hand, what a daunting process recovery will be for the people in the “hill country” of Texas, after the absolute devastating flooding recently.
Red Cross invites community to nominate local heroes
FINDLAY — The American Red Cross of North Central Ohio will recognize and pay tribute to members of the community who have shown extraordinary courage by saving or improving the lives of others at the 2025 Hero Awards of North Central Ohio. The organization will also present the Clara Ayres Award for Extraordinary Service to a member or members of the medical profession who helped in a time of crisis.
Erma J. (Shank) Kern
CONTINENTAL Erma J. (Shank) Kern, 97, of Continental, passed away at 11:15 a.m. on Monday, July 21, 2025, at The Meadows of Ottawa. She was born March 12, 1928, in…
NATALIE SCHROEDER
Natalie “Nanny” Schroeder CAPE CORAL, FL (formerly of Ottawa) – Natalie “Nanny” Schroeder, 69, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s…
WILLIAM MAYBERRY
WILLIAM R. “BILL” MAYBERRY William R. “Bill” Mayberry, 77, of Columbus Grove, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Dublin Methodist Hospital, Dublin. He was born on February 15,…
Lester Martin Miley
Lester Martin Miley, 88, of Columbus Grove, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025, at his home with his family by his side. Lester was born May 5, 1937, in…
Natalie “Nanny” Schroeder
CAPE CORAL, FL (formerly of Ottawa) – Natalie “Nanny” Schroeder, 69, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Rita’s Ambulatory Care Center,…