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Tucked away on West Wayne Street in Paulding, the Bittersweet Inn offers more than just a place to stay – it’s a peaceful retreat with local charm. Originally part of a 14-acre farmhouse property, the Inn has been thoughtfully renovated into a five-room lodging option that balances modern amenities with a warm, homelike atmosphere.

Guests enjoy comforts such as private bathrooms, Roku TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, and coffee makers, with some rooms even offering balconies or patios. Shared lounge spaces and a quiet residential setting add to the sense of relaxation.

Visitors consistently praise the Inn’s cleanliness, comfort, and tranquil location, describing it as a “home away from home.” Its proximity to downtown Paulding attractions like Herb Monroe Community Park and the John Paulding Museum makes it convenient for both leisure and business travelers.

With an “Excellent” 8.8 rating on Booking.com, Bittersweet Inn has quickly become a favorite choice for guests seeking comfort and community spirit in the heart of Paulding County. Whether you’re hosting out-of-town visitors or planning a local getaway, Bittersweet Inn is a stay worth recommending.



Located at 940 West Wayne Street in Paulding, the Inn can be reached by phone at (419) 399-2861.

Restaurants use 5-7x more energy per square foot than other businesses on average, yet many owners don’t realize how much opportunity there is to cut costs.

From securing tax exemptions on cooking gas to making sure you’re on the right rate plan, the Chamber Energy Program helps restaurants lower bills and keep more money where it belongs: in your business.

Request a free bill review today and see how much you could save.

Visit https://chamberenergyprogram.com to get started.

New Program Helps Families with Child Care Costs

Governor Mike DeWine recently announced the launch of the Child Care Cred Program, a $10 million initiative to make child care more affordable for Ohio’s working families while helping businesses retain employees.

• Families must live in Ohio.
• Employers must be Ohio-based.
• Employers and employees apply together through the Ohio Department of Children and Youth.
• Approved families can use funds with a licensed provider or their current child care provider.
• Applications are due May 1, 2026.

Funding is available through June 30, 2026.

New RoadReady Ohio App Helps Practicing Drivers

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio Department of Public Safety have announced the launch of RoadReady Ohio, a free mobile app designed to help new drivers safely log their required practice hours.

The app allows teens with a learner’s permit (and their parents/guardians) to:

• Track 50 supervised driving hours needed before the license test.
• Receive real-time feedback on braking, acceleration, turning, and speed.
• Generate the official driving log to submit to the Ohio BMV once hours are complete.

Ohio is the first state to add telematics features, which analyze driving actions and provide personalized tips for improvement. Officials hope this technology will help reduce crashes by turning practice drives into valuable learning experiences.

Beginning September 30, 2025, a new Ohio law also requires drivers ages 18–20 to obtain a learner’s permit and complete the same practice hours as younger drivers before testing for a license.

The app is available now for free in the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Here’s a quick look at what’s coming up across Paulding County! Click the links for more details or scroll down in the newsletter to see the full event highlights.

Wednesdays & Saturdays

— Caring & Sharing Food Pantry is open every Wednesday & Saturday (9am - 12pm)

September 30

— Deadline to apply for Ohio Farm Bureau's High School ExploreAg Camp (details below)

October 3

— Paulding K of C Fall Fish Fry (Lunch: 11am - 1pm, Dinner: 4pm - 7pm)

October 4

— Junque Fest 3982 Road 192, Antwerp, OH (9am - 2pm)

October 5

— Home Free & The Longest Johns Concert – Niswonger PAC

— Little Footprints Remembrance Walk 2025 at Antwerp Local School Track & Field (2pm)

October 6

— Paulding Early Intervention Community Playgroup (11am-12pm)

October 8

— Paulding County No Wrong Doors Community Resource Event (see details below)

October 10

— Paulding K of C Fall Fish Fry (Lunch: 11am - 1pm, Dinner: 4pm - 7pm)

October 11

— Paulding Putnam at Weller Farms Fiber Internet Info Booth and Touch-A-Truck (1pm - 5pm)

— Payne Fire and EMS Chicken Dinner Drive Thru

— Grover Hill Fire and EMS Drive-Thru Pulled Pork Dinner

— Pumpkin Painting at Fuel Good Energy (8am - 2pm)

— Paulding County 4-H Kick-Off Event/Open House (1pm - 3pm)

October 14-17

— Paulding County Hospital Health Fair

October 17

— Paulding K of C Fall Fish Frys (Lunch: 11am - 1pm, Dinner: 4pm - 7pm)

October 18

— Crane Township Cecil Fire Department's Annual Chili Supper (4pm - 7pm)

October 23

— Paulding Recovery Clubhouse's Trunk or Treat (6pm - 7:30pm)

October 25

— Village of Paulding Trick or Treat (5pm - 7pm)

— Journey to Italy: Fundraiser for Paulding Students

October 31

— Pete Schlegel in Concert at Paulding Eagles Aerie 2405

— 50th Anniversary CHP Home Care & Hospice Beacon of Hope Dinner & Charity Auction

November 1

— United Way of Paulding County Family Trivia Night (5:30pm)

November 8

— Antwerp Lifewise Academy Fall Fest (11am - 2pm)

November 14

— Paulding County Hospital Foundation BBQ Chicken Luncheon

November 18

— Paulding County Economic Development Annual Business Appreciation Banquet

November 22

— NextGen Youth Artisan Market | Shop the Village – 9 AM–3 PM in downtown Paulding

— Youth Business Showcase – Register by Oct. 31

K of C Fall Fish Fry

Dates: October 3, 10 & 17

Times: Lunch 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Dinner 4:00 – 7:00 PM

Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, 9907 US 127, Paulding

Annual Fall Fish Fry: open to the public with dine-in and carry-out options available.

Serving Alaskan Pollock with meal choices of 2-piece, 3-piece, or 5-piece dinners. Each meal includes your choice of baked beans or corn, french fries or baked potato, dinner roll, and cole slaw.

Additional options available:

Fish by the pound

French fries by the boat

Cole slaw by the pint



📞 Call-ahead orders for lunch only: 567-808-2800

Paulding Chamber Member, Northwest State Community College (NSCC) hosted its 5th Annual Van Wert Campus Golf Outing on September 12th at Hickory Sticks Golf Club, raising over $16,000 for scholarships benefiting Paulding and Van Wert learners. Since the event began, more than $66,000 has been raised to support local students.

“Paulding and Van Wert learners will benefit from these scholarships, and from the generosity shown by the local communities at this golf outing,” said Robbin Wilcox, Executive Director of the NSCC Foundation.

The Foundation, established in 1978, has awarded nearly $2 million in scholarships in the past two years and continues its mission to expand opportunities for transformational learning.

Learn more at NorthwestState.edu/foundation

CHP Home Care & Hospice – Beacon of Hope Dinner & Charity Auction

For 50 years, CHP Home Care & Hospice of Paulding has been the trusted local hospice provider. Join us for our annual Beacon of Hope for Hospice Dinner & Charity Auction on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at the Paulding County Fairgrounds, 503 Fairground Dr., Paulding.

The evening includes a catered dinner (RSVP required), live and silent auctions, raffles, and more—all benefiting CHP’s patient care fund for Paulding County. Social hour begins at 5:30 PM, dinner at 6:15 PM, with a live auction to follow. Kenny Thomas, Auctioneer, and Joe Barker, Emcee. Catering by Streetlight.

How you can help:

• Donate raffle baskets, merchandise, gift certificates, or services by Nov. 7.
• Become a sponsor: $500+ donors receive logo recognition on banners, programs, and during the event. Sponsorships due Oct. 31.
• Attend! Seats are complimentary, but RSVP is required. Reserve your spot by calling 419-399-4708 or online at www.comhealthpro.org/events by Nov. 7.

At CHP, no patient is ever turned away due to inability to pay. Your support ensures compassionate end-of-life care for every Paulding County neighbor in need.

Contact: Alycen Urban, Event Coordinator – 419-238-9223 ext. 1118 | alycen_urban@comhealthpro.org

Presented by the Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce & Collette Tours. Proceeds benefit Paulding Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation.