DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Van Wert High School seniors got the chance to tell their favorite teachers about the impact they had on their lives during the 17th annual Teacher Appreciation Dinner held at Willow Bend Country Club on Tuesday evening. A total of 10 VWHS seniors, including those with the top five grade point averages […]
POSTED: 05/09/12 at 6:33 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police May 3, 9:13 p.m. — Brendan M. Berman, 17, of 11940 Dixon Cavett Road in Van Wert, was charged with disorderly conduct and underage consumption as a result of an incident that occurred in the 100 block of North Washington Street. May 7, 11:38 p.m. — Stefan Dirham, 19, of 514 N. […]
POSTED: 05/09/12 at 5:19 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
CINDY WOOD/independent feature writer Sleepy … sleepy … you are getting very sleepy. Sound familiar? It’s the age-old chant many hypnotists use as their subjects watch a swinging something-or-other. Today, the world of hypnotism is much more advanced and Dr. Jim Wand is the go-to guy if you’re looking to put someone under a trance. […]
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The Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department reported that a total of 84 pounds of prescription drugs were turned in locally as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s national “Drug Take Back” initiative. Northwest Ohio-Toledo office drug turn-ins from 25 law enforcement agencies totaled 2,091 pounds. Van Wert County Sheriff Stan D. Owens said his […]
POSTED: 05/09/12 at 4:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
The success of the annual Van Wert Rib Fest relies on the generous support of various community sponsors. There are many levels of sponsorships available, including the “Scorchin’ Hot” level of $1,500. Pictured above (from the left) are Rib Fest committee members Dave Roach and Martha Balyeat; Al Saylor and Brent Kohn, representing “Scorchin’ Hot […]
POSTED: 05/09/12 at 4:39 am. FILED UNDER: News
VWCH information A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy community. That’s the message organizers are sharing […]
POSTED: 05/09/12 at 4:29 am. FILED UNDER: News
Charles A. Hargesheimer, 90, of Van Wert, died at 9:33 a.m. Monday, May 7, 2012, at Van Wert County Hospital in Van Wert. He was born March 27, 1922, in Union Township, Van Wert County, the son of the late Elbert and Stella (Hansel) Hargesheimer. On July 17, 1948, he married Mary K. (Davis) Hargesheimer, […]
POSTED: 05/08/12 at 10:19 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Evelyn L. Kelly, 87, of Van Wert, died at 12:47 p.m. Monday, May 7, 2012, at her residence. She was born September 17, 1924, in Alexandria, Ind., the daughter of the late Simon and Etta (Lewis) Crum. On June 8, 1944, she married the Rev. Alva B. Kelly, who preceded her in death on March […]
POSTED: 05/08/12 at 10:18 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Lois M. Williamson Carothers, 82, of Paulding, died Monday, May 7, 2012, at her residence. She was born August 24, 1929, in Scott, the daughter of the late Clifford and Stella (Penwell) McClain. On December 31, 1948, she married Billy Leue Williamson, who preceded her in death on January 2, 1986. On May 28, 1994, […]
POSTED: 05/08/12 at 10:13 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor After nearly three decades of fighting fires and treating victims, Fire Captain Roger Wurst was honored during a retirement reception held Monday afternoon in Van Wert City Council Chambers. Wurst, a Delphos resident who was formerly a medic and firefighter for that city’s fire department before coming to Van Wert, received his […]
POSTED: 05/08/12 at 5:34 am. FILED UNDER: News