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POSTED: 07/16/11 at 5:09 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Although it has its serious moments, amateur “ham” radio has provided a number of local residents with a great pastime — with at least one local resident still involved after nearly 60 years. “It’s a fun hobby that anyone can enjoy,” said Jack Snyder, a ham operator who got his license back […]
POSTED: 07/16/11 at 5:08 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent/NPAC information For 20 plus years, Steven Curtis Chapman has impacted contemporary Christian music with nearly 10 million records sold, 56 Dove awards, five Grammys, 16 studio projects and 45 career No. 1 radio singles. This seven-time “Artist of the Year” will be performing at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center Sunday, September 25, […]
POSTED: 07/16/11 at 4:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert County Hospital Physical Rehabilitation, in coordination with the American Cancer Society, invites cancer survivors, their families and caregivers to the July Thrive meeting. This free program is designed to challenge and empower cancer survivors to not just survive, but to thrive in mind, body and spirit. The guest speaker for the July program […]
POSTED: 07/16/11 at 4:54 am. FILED UNDER: News
The YMCA of Van Wert County announces new pricing for the remainder of the 2011 summer. ALL passes, for both members and non-members, are $4 for Deep Water/Aqua Park and $2 for Shallow Water/Beach. Passes can be purchased at the YM Monday through Thursday each week for the upcoming weekend. If not sold out, passes […]
POSTED: 07/16/11 at 4:53 am. FILED UNDER: News
James D. Scott Sr., 64, of Paulding, died Friday, July 15, 2011. He was born October 18, 1946, in Paulding, the son of the late Ora L. and Ethel Sara (Raines) Scott. On September 3, 1966, he married Donna J. (Fabian) Scott, who survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Kimberly (Josh) Grimes of Oakwood, and […]
POSTED: 07/15/11 at 12:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert independent/submitted information Juanita Hotmire has announced her retirement after nearly three decades as a teacher and administrator at First United Methodist Preschool. Mrs. Hotmire began working for the preschool as administrator and teacher in June 1982. Since then, more than 1,000 Van Wert-area children have been educated at the preschool. “We honor Juanita […]
POSTED: 07/15/11 at 2:36 am. FILED UNDER: News
Local elementary children had a great time during Brumback Library’s annual Summer Reading Program Carnival. The kids ate cotton candy (above) and other carnival food and played lots of games (below) as part of the event, which is a culmination of the annual reading program. (photos by Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent)
POSTED: 07/15/11 at 2:31 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Three top officials of the Van Wert County Job and Family Services Department are seeking to fill the director’s position being vacated by the retiring Jim Beard. The department’s top financial person, Business Administrator Marsha Drake; Deputy Director Mary Beth Holtsberry, who heads the department’s employment services section; and Deputy Director Sandra […]
POSTED: 07/15/11 at 2:27 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert American Legion Post presented a check to the Van Wert Civil Air Patrol, Squadron Ohio 296, for uniforms and equipment. Here, Legion First Vice Commander Ken Schutz presents a check to CAP Commander Will Storey, while Paula Bogles and other CAP members look on. (Legion photo)
POSTED: 07/15/11 at 2:15 am. FILED UNDER: News