Darlene Mary Williamson, 56, of Ohio City, died at 11:55 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2011, at the Laurels of Shane Hill in Rockford. She was born July 30, 1955, in Detroit, Mich., the daughter of the late William Harold and Mary Alice (Hendrickson) Williamson. Survivors include a daughter, Darlene Williamson II of Flint, Mich.; one […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 3:36 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Anne E. Feigh, 81, of Delphos, died Thursday, September 22, 2011, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. She was born October 20, 1929, in Karlsruhe, Germany, the daughter of the late Jakob and Maria Landau. She married Richard Feigh, who preceded her in death on July 29, 2003. Survivors include a son, Mark “Steve” […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 3:35 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Police No new reports. Delphos Police September 23, 1:30 p.m. — Zachary Hardesty, 20, of Delphos, was arrested on an outstanding warrant issued in Putnam County on a charge of trafficking in marijuana.
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 6:43 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
The Lincolnview Lancer cross country team competed at the Van Wert County Hospital Invitational on Saturday. The boys’ team placed fifth in the meet that featured state-ranked Minster, Columbus Grove, and Crestview. The boys were led by a 14th place finish by Bayley Tow (17:29). Ben Bilimek also ran a career best time on the course […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 6:15 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
The Van Wert varsity volleyball team won the first match of a tri-match against Bryan 23-25, 25-22 and 25-22, but then lost to Wayne Trace in three games, 11-25, 25-19 and 20-25. Cougars are back in action tonight when they face local rivals the Crestview Knights at home. The theme for the game is “Black […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 6:10 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert independent It’s football homecoming week at Van Wert High School, and a number of activities are planned for the week. First up is the Homecoming Parade, which will be held Wednesday, September 28, starting at 6:30 p.m. The parade begins at the intersection of Sycamore and Jefferson streets and proceeds down Jefferson to […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 5:46 am. FILED UNDER: News
A large audience showed up at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio on Sunday to hear Steven Curtis Chapman’s unique style of Christian music. (Dave Mosier/Van Wert independent)
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 5:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Animal Protective League has the following pets available for adoption: Cats Abby, a 5-year-old female, white with yellow spots; fixed and declawed. A 1-year-old female orange tiger. Bently and Scratch, 1-year-old male cats, orange, gray and longhaired; shots. Gracie, a 3-year-old female longhaired, multicolor cat; fixed (no other cats). A 3-year-old female black cat. […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 2:01 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert Federation of Teachers will host the 21st annual Scholarship Supper on Friday, September 30, prior to the homecoming football game with Celina. The fundraiser will be held in the S.F. Goedde Building gymnasium from 4:30-7 p.m. The proceeds will go toward educational scholarships given to Van Wert High School graduating seniors planning […]
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 1:49 am. FILED UNDER: News
OHIO CITY — The Village of Ohio City’s website has changed from www.villageofohiocity.com to www.villageofohiocity.org. Those who contact the office should make note of the change in websites.
POSTED: 09/26/11 at 1:37 am. FILED UNDER: News