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Shop Local, Shop Small This Saturday!

Before you begin your Christmas shopping this year, remember who truly invests in Paulding County.

It’s our local businesses—the businesses, shop owners, makers, and service providers who consistently show up for this community. Throughout the year, they support organizations like Caring & Sharing Food Pantry, Bargain Bin of Paulding County, JAR Animal Rescue, The Kitty Hope Foundation, Paulding County Area Foundation, Paulding County History Museum, Community Revitalizing Paulding (CoRP), Kiwanis Club of Paulding, Paulding County Hospital Foundation, United Way of Paulding, and The Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce, etc., as well as school fundraisers, youth programs, service projects, and local events.

Online retailers, like Amazon, don’t do that. They don’t sponsor community efforts, respond to local needs, or reinvest in the place we call home.

When you shop local, you’re helping the people who help Paulding County. You’re strengthening the organizations and programs that make our community better.

Shop the Village this Saturday and let your dollars stay where they make a real difference.

Celebrating a Historic Season!

The Paulding Panthers' Football Team made history this year with an 11–0 regular season and the first playoff win in school history. Their season wrapped up last Friday, but that loss doesn't overshadow what this group accomplished or how far the program has come.

These boys, their coaches, and their families put in an incredible amount of work, heart, and perseverance. Watching this program under Coach Jim Menzie grow and gain momentum has been both inspiring and exciting for the entire community.

This success has also created a ripple effect throughout the county. Tim Copsey, Director of Paulding County Economic Development, has noted that when our teams succeed, the whole county benefits — from extra fuel and meals purchased locally to increased foot traffic in our shops and other businesses from visiting families and fans. Supporting all of our local athletes strengthens every corner of Paulding County.

Moments like these stay with our youth. The way our community shows up matters — it shapes how they feel about Paulding County and can influence whether they choose to raise their families here someday. And when our young people strive for greatness and reach their goals, it lifts everyone and sets the stage for the next generation.

So thank you to the parents, coaches, fans, school staff, and businesses who supported these boys all season long. You made a difference — and the Panthers made Paulding County proud. Keep it up!

These boys and their coaches even got up the next morning to help CoRP put up Christmas lights around the Courthouse Square. We’re proud of them not only for a strong season on the field, but also for showing up as responsible, community-minded young men off the field. (Picture below)

Chamber Serves at Festival of Trees

A huge thank-you to our Chamber board members and volunteers who helped serve dinner at the Paulding County History Museum for the Festival of Trees kickoff. Kaila Green-Uys of Kircher’s Flowers, Lora Lyons of United Way of Paulding, and Scott, Connor, and Beauden Strahley all rolled up their sleeves to serve spaghetti and meatballs, breadsticks, salad, and cookies—sponsored by the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce.

Together, we served around 80 meals and helped support the museum’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Museum Director Kim Sutton shared how much it meant to have the Chamber step in, saying the meal was “delicious,” that guests loved it, and that partnerships like this help the museum continue Preserving the Past for Future Generations.

And to our Chamber members—thank you. Opportunities like this are only possible because of your support. Your membership allows us to show up for local organizations, lend a hand when it’s needed, and strengthen the places that make Paulding County special.

This week, we’re pleased to recognize Pollard Auto Care, located at 221 W Perry St in Paulding. Owned by brothers Joe and Daniel Pollard, the shop offers full-service automotive repair on most makes and models.

Joe’s roots in the industry began at Vantage Career Center, followed by more than 23 years of experience with NAPA, giving him a strong foundation in both customer service and hands-on mechanical work.

Pollard Auto Care operates with a team of four employees and is committed to growing the local workforce by creating opportunities for young technicians coming out of Vantage—continuing the same pathway that launched Joe’s career.

The shop is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing dependable, hometown service backed by years of expertise. Give them a call at 419-399-2886 for service.

Join us in welcoming Hidn Treasures LLC to their new location in downtown Paulding! Owners Heather and Mike Sherburn have created a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that brings together a wide variety of local artisans and small business vendors — all under one roof.

Inside, you’ll find an ever-changing mix of handcrafted items, including woodworking, custom cutting boards, local honey, handmade soaps, baked goods, and unique art pieces from area makers. Every visit is a chance to discover something new — true “hidn treasures” you won’t find anywhere else.



Stop in to congratulate Heather and Mike, explore the shop’s new location, and support a business that helps local creators share their work with the community.

It’s always exciting to see local dreams take shape — and that’s exactly what’s happening for Casey and Claude Partain, owners of C & C Treasures!

What began three years ago as a small passion project has now grown into a full-fledged business, and their long-held dream of opening a brick-and-mortar antique shop is officially coming true.

C & C Treasures will offer a little bit of everything — vintage and antique finds, repurposed treasures, and handmade goods from local creators. Their eye for unique pieces and commitment to quality decor have built them a loyal following online, and now the community can enjoy browsing their curated collection in person.

Join us for their Grand Opening on Saturday, November 22, 2025, with a Ribbon Cutting at 8:30 AM, just in time for Shop the Village festivities!

Congratulations to Casey and Claude on this exciting new chapter — and thank you for bringing another one-of-a-kind shopping experience to Paulding County!

The Baughman Christmasland display will light up the season beginning Wednesday, November 13 at 17417 State Route 613, Paulding. This beloved local tradition features many new displays this year — and admission is free for all to enjoy.



Bundle up, bring the family, and take in the magic of the holidays right here in Paulding!

Ohio TechCred:

Invest in Your Team — and Get Reimbursed

The latest round of Ohio TechCred is now open, giving businesses the opportunity to be reimbursed up to $2,000 per employee for completing short-term, industry-recognized training programs. Employers can earn up to $30,000 per round, and with six rounds each year, that’s as much as $180,000 in available funding per business.

It’s one of the easiest and most impactful ways to invest in your workforce — using state funds your business already helps support. In short, it’s free money to help you build a stronger, more skilled team.

Custom Training Solutions (CTS), a division of Northwest State Community College, is Ohio’s largest TechCred training provider. CTS offers on-site, hands-on, and online programs that can be customized to meet your company’s specific needs — from Advanced PLCs for maintenance teams to Microsoft Excel training for your office staff.

For more information, contact:

Joe Wendell

Workforce Sales Coordinator, Custom Training Solutions

(419) 699-3126 | jwendell@northweststate.edu

Click here to view the CTS Course Catalog

Ongoing

• Caring & Sharing Food Pantry – Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9 AM–12 PM
• Paulding County Health Department Food Drive – Nov. 1–30, Drop off non-perishables at 800 E. Perry St., Paulding
• Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative Donation Drives – Shoe Drive (through Dec. 5)
• State Bank – Toy & Food Drive (Now–Dec. 5)

November 14–22

• Paulding County History Museum Festival of Trees “Sparkle & Shine” – 600 Fairground Dr., Paulding. Free Admission, Donations Appreciated
• Nov. 18 (10 AM–8 PM): Paulding HS Jazz Band 4 PM, Supper 5–7 PM (Baked Past)
• Nov. 19 (4–8 PM): Supper 5–7 PM (Baked Ziti), Music 7 PM (St. Paul Bell Choir)
• Nov. 20 (4–8 PM): Supper 5–7 PM (Soup & Chili), Wayne Trace Band & Choir 5–6 PM, Antwerp Band 7–8 PM
• Nov. 21 (4–8 PM): Hot Cocoa Bar, Dessert Bar 5–7 PM, Caroling Sing-Along 6:30 PM
• Nov. 22 (10 AM–4 PM): Part of Shop the Village, Hot Cocoa 10 AM–2 PM, Walking Tacos 11 AM–1 PM, Silent Auction & OSU Raffle 2 PM

November 18

• Paulding County Economic Development Annual Business Appreciation Banquet

November 19

• Junction Bible Church – Community Meal 11:30 AM–1 PM Freewill offering. 18878 County Road 111, Defiance

November 20–22

• Milan Center Feed & Grain Holiday Open House – 15402 Doty Rd., New Haven, IN
• Nov. 20: Ladies’ Night 4:30–9 PM
• Nov. 22: Pictures with Mr. & Mrs. Claus and a mini highland cow cross, Free Hot Chocolate Bar

November 21

• Ribbon Cutting: Hidn Treasures LLC (New Location) – 100 E. Jackson St., Paulding, 10:30 AM
• Festival of Trees – Hot Cocoa & Dessert Bar 5–7 PM, Caroling Sing-Along 6:30 PM

November 22

• Shop the Village – Downtown Paulding, 9 AM–3 PM
• Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening: C & C Treasures – 110 W. Perry St., Paulding, 8:30 AM
• Krazy Krafters & Friends Holiday Sale – 210 S. Main St., Antwerp, 9 AM–2 PM

November 23

• Blippi: Join the Band Tour – Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert. Doors 1 PM, Show 2 PM
• Emerald-Auglaize Township Fox Club – Turkey Still Shoot

November 25

• CoRP Merry & Bright Parade Sign-Up Deadline

November 29

• Krazy Krafters & Friends Holiday Sale – 210 S. Main St., Antwerp, 9 AM–2 PM

December 1

• CoRP Merry & Bright Christmas Parade – Lineup 5 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Parade starts 6 PM
• Paulding Early Intervention – Community Playgroup

December 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23

• Paulding County Carnegie Library – Santa’s Workshop (Children’s Room)
• Kids ages 5–18 can stop in during library hours to make gifts and crafts for loved ones.

December 5–6

• Christmas in the Village – 211 S. Main St., Antwerp, 5–7:30 PM

December 6

• Krazy Krafters & Friends Holiday Sale – 210 S. Main St., Antwerp, 9 AM–?

December 6, 7, 12 & 14

• CCBanks Productions – A Christmas Story: The Play

December 11

• Paulding County Carnegie Library – Visit with Santa (Children’s Room) 5–6 PM

December 12

• Paulding County Firefighters Association – Country Christmas Concert, Paulding Schools Auditorium, Doors 6:30 PM, Show 7 PM

December 13

• PC Workshop – Pancakes & Pajamas, 210 Dooley Drive, Paulding, 9 AM–1 PM

December 18–20

• Ignite Dance Academy – The Nutcracker
• Cast A: Dec. 18 & Dec. 20 Matinee
• Cast B: Dec. 19 & Dec. 20 Evening

December 20

• Shades of Ireland Trip – Last Day to Save $200 per person

January 30, 2026

• Lorrie Morgan with Jamie O’Neal – Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Van Wert, 7:30 PM

April 9, 2026

• Paulding County Economic Development – Career Day

Paulding County History Museum: “Sparkle & Shine” Festival of Trees

The Paulding County History Museum is getting ready to “Sparkle & Shine” with its biggest event of the year — the annual Festival of Trees, running Friday, Nov. 14 – Saturday, Nov. 22.

Location: 600 Fairground Drive, Paulding (across from the fairgrounds)

Admission: Free (donations appreciated)

Event Highlights

• Explore nearly 30,000 sq. ft. of decorated trees, displays, and lights across three buildings.
• Enjoy daily entertainment, meals by donation, and festive surprises for all ages.
• Visit the Country Store, photo booth, and Memory Tree, join the Mouse Hunt, and vote for your favorite tree.
• Don’t miss Barn 1 and Barn 2, filled with lights, Nativity scenes, inflatables, and a dozen model train layouts.

C'mon and join Blippi to make music in your hometown in the brand new live Blippi: Join the Band Tour!

Doors Open - 1:00 PM

Event Starts - 2:00 PM

Venue - Niswonger Performing Arts Center

Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, through all your favorite Blippi hits. So grab your drumsticks, tune up your guitar, and move those feet with Blippi and get ready for a musical performance that's fun for the whole family!

The Super Bowl of College Football is less than 2 weeks away: OSU vs. Michigan

Support Relay for Life with a chance to win an OSU, Michigan, or Football bag filled with football goodies.

• Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20
• Specify if you want all in for OSU, all in Michigan, all in football or mix and match all 3.
• Winners will be drawn on 11/29
• Venmo: Gena-Sheets-2
• PayPal.me/genasheets
• Every participant will also be entered into a separate drawing for game day consolation prize.
• Sponsored by: Crew 4 a Cure

Pancakes & Pajamas – Christmas Open House

Friday, December 13 | 9 AM–1 PM

210 Dooley Drive, Paulding, OH

Get cozy and join PC Workshop for a holly jolly morning at their Christmas Open House, Pancakes & Pajamas. Wear your favorite Christmas jammies and bring the whole family for a festive day full of fun.

Event Highlights:

• Pancake Breakfast – Free-will donation appreciated
• Pictures with Santa – Perfect photo opportunity for kids and families
• Kids Activities – Crafts, games, and holiday fun
• Hourly Giveaways – Win prizes throughout the event

$15 Activity Ticket (includes kids’ activities and Santa pictures) – Adults are free with admission.

Tickets available here: https://square.link/u/LaxdGpYp

All proceeds benefit Limitless by PC Workshop Programming.

Special thanks to Mighty Cube for sponsoring this community event.

Van Wert LIVE is thrilled to announce that country music legend Lorrie Morgan will perform at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 7:30 PM, joined by platinum-selling artist Jamie O’Neal for their first-ever appearance at the venue.

With hits like “There Is No Arizona” and “Five Minutes,” this unforgettable evening blends timeless classics with contemporary country favorites.



Tickets are available now to members and go on sale to the public Friday, October 31. Learn more or get tickets anytime at vanwertlive.com.

New Home Goods & Lifestyle Shop Opening in 2026 Seeking Local Makers

A new home goods, lifestyle, and gift shop is set to open in early 2026, and preparations are already underway to fill the space with meaningful, locally crafted items. The shop will offer a warm, welcoming atmosphere featuring thoughtfully curated gifts and high-quality products made with care.

The owner is now accepting consignment inquiries from local makers, bakers, and artisans. The goal is to showcase products that reflect clean ingredients, handcrafted quality, and the creativity of our community.

Types of items being considered include:

• Homemade foods such as breads, cookies, treats, dry mixes, and seasonings
• Handcrafted goods, including sewn items and woodworking pieces
• Graphic tees
• Houseplants
• Lotions, soaps, and other clean-ingredient body care
• Candles and wax melts
• Pottery and ceramics
• Jewelry and accessories
• Stationery and greeting cards
• Natural cleaning products
• Local honey, jams, oils, and similar goods

Local creators who are interested in consigning are encouraged to email hello@raisedathome.us with a brief description of their products and a few photos. If the items align with the shop’s vision and style, additional details about the consignment process will be provided.

This new shop aims to bring together talented local makers and create a space the community will be proud to support and shop in when doors open in 2026.

Help the Paulding County Health Department Fight Local Hunger

The Paulding County Health Department has heard far too many stories lately from families right here in our community who are struggling with food insecurity. In response, the department is organizing a county-wide food drive to support our local pantry and help ensure no neighbor goes without.

They’re asking the local business community—the backbone of Paulding County—to join in this effort.

Businesses can get involved in several ways:

• Host a Food Drive: Collect non-perishable food items from your employees. Flyers and materials can be provided.
• Make a Corporate Donation: Contribute financially or donate goods directly to the local pantry to help restock shelves.
• Spread the Word: Share information about the food drive with your customers, clients, and social networks.

By partnering with the Health Department, your business will be recognized as a Community Health Champion, supporting families across Paulding County.

If your business would like to participate or learn more, contact the Paulding County Health Department at pchd@pcohhd.com or call 419-399-3921.

Together, we can make a real difference for local families this season.

Tickets are on sale for Ignite Dance Academy’s The Nutcracker!

CAST A Dec. 18th & Dec. 20th matinee

CAST B Dec. 19th & Dec. 20th evening

Ticket link: The Nutcracker - Ignite Dance Academy | Eventbrite