Paulding Putnam welcomed state, regional, and community leaders to its headquarters in July to celebrate the cooperative’s recently received Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program contract — announcing $13.1 million in federal funding to deploy fiber-to-the-home broadband to thousands of unserved and underserved locations across northeast Indiana. “This milestone marks meaningful progress in bringing BEAD… Continue reading.

As we continue to grow, our team continues to grow as well. This reflects our ongoing commitment to serving our members more effectively and meeting the increasing demands of our day-to-day operations for electric members as well as our new fiber customers. Each new team member brings a unique set of skills and fresh perspectives… Continue reading.

Paulding Putnam staff have been out and about this summer. We have joined in town festivals and parades all across the area. Recent events have included: Van Wert Peony Festival, Columbus Grove June Jubilee, New Haven Summer Fest, Paulding Summer Blast, Convoy Days, and Antwerp Day in the Park. Join us at these upcoming events:… Continue reading.

Founded in 1973 by Junior Liebrecht in Continental, Ohio, Liebrecht Manufacturing has built a reputation for producing durable, innovative drainage equipment for farmers and contractors. Their recent investment in energy-efficient lighting will help reduce energy use while creating a brighter, more efficient workspace. We’re proud to support local businesses through our energy efficiency rebate programs…. Continue reading.

I make it a point to get out into our co-op communities. There is one topic that seems to come up everywhere I go. Whether I’m meeting with directors, talking with community leaders, or visiting with our member co-ops, the conversation often turns to growth. New investment. New businesses. New opportunities. And increasingly, questions about… Continue reading.

By Jeff Conrad In Indiana, the month of May brings a familiar rhythm. The Indianapolis 500 captures our attention, and with it comes the language of racing, preparation, precision, teamwork, and strategy. Drivers don’t just show up on race day and hope for the best. Success is built through months of planning, testing, and coordination… Continue reading.

The Paulding Putnam Board of Directors has approved a service charge adjustment due to rising costs. The monthly service charge will increase $3.50 (from $41.50 to $45). Unfortunately, our costs to provide you electricity 24/7/365 are outpacing our revenues; see the graphic on page 28 for material examples. The change will be effective on the… Continue reading.

For the co-op, winter peak alerts have traditionally been few and far between. Some years, we experience none at all. This winter, however, told a different story and offered an important reminder about how energy demand continues to change. By mid-December, three winter peak alerts had already been issued, including one that occurred over a… Continue reading.

*Because no other members submitted petitions to run for the board, no formal election is needed. This saves the co-op mail and election costs. The three incumbent trustees will be reelected by affirmation. Members in Districts 1, 6, and 9 will not receive ballots to vote in the election. District 1: Uncontested Marion, Madison, Monroe,… Continue reading.

At Paulding Putnam, one of our guiding principles is Concern for Community, and that commitment starts with the next generation. Our Bright Futures youth programs offer a wide range of educational, leadership, and community opportunities for students of all ages — helping young people learn about energy, leadership, careers, and civic engagement while forming lifelong… Continue reading.

As we continue to grow our fiber broadband division, our team continues to grow as well. This reflects our ongoing commitment to serving our members more effectively and meeting the increasing demands of our day-to-day operations for electric members as well as our new fiber customers. Each new team member brings a unique set of… Continue reading.

Paulding Putnam brought members, employees, and community partners worked together in 2025 to support families, veterans, and local organizations through a series of donation efforts. Each initiative focused on meeting practical needs and strengthening the communities served by the cooperative. SHOE DRIVE: NEW SHOES, NEW SMILES From September through early December, Paulding Putnam hosted a… Continue reading.