Van Wert Police June 21, 7:33 a.m. — A break-in was reported at Young’s Waste Service, 920 E. Jackson St. Several items were reported taken. June 21, 7:50 a.m. — A break-in and theft was reported at Crescent Laundry, 223 N. Market St. June 21, 8:38 a.m. — A break-in and theft of items was […]
POSTED: 06/23/12 at 5:01 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Information submitted GROVER HILL — The Grover Hill Fire and EMS departments will be holding an ice cream social on Saturday, June 30, from 4-8 p.m. at the Grover Hill Veterans of Foreign Wars post. All proceeds will go towards equipment improvements for the departments. Menu items will include sandwiches, beef and noodles, plenty of homemade […]
POSTED: 06/23/12 at 4:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
Andrew J. “Drew” Knippen, 4, of Fort Jennings, died at 12:16 p.m. Thursday, June 21, 2012, at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus. He was born January 20, 2008, in Lima, the son of Andrew and Janelle (Hallard) Knippen, who survive in Fort Jennings. Other survivors include four sisters, Hannah Knippen, Haven Knippen, Katelyn Knippen and […]
POSTED: 06/23/12 at 4:54 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Paul Oechsle was fair manager for 20 years. His successor, Denis Ellinger, is leaving after five months. Ellinger submitted his letter of resignation at Wednesday’s Fair Board meeting, citing family responsibilities as his reason for leaving, according to reports. Ellinger, an Ohio City native, moved back to the Van Wert area to […]
POSTED: 06/22/12 at 6:14 am. FILED UNDER: News
Information submitted Like the Eagles? Then this week’s Summer Music Series concert is just for you. 7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience will be performing in Van Wert’s Fountain Park tonight at 7. The third of eight Friday night concerts in the Fountain Park Summer Music Series will feature all the great hits of the […]
POSTED: 06/22/12 at 5:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
Information submitted Today, election officials in Van Wert County are urging county residents to register to vote or update their existing voter information. “This year is a unique year for elections in Ohio,” said Linda Stutz of the county board of elections. “Each registered voter in the state will be receiving an application to vote […]
POSTED: 06/22/12 at 5:23 am. FILED UNDER: News
Holiday at Home information The Holiday at Home Parade Committee would like to invite all to participate in the annual Fourth of July parade in Van Wert. The parade will be held on July 4, beginning at 11 a.m. All types of units are invited to attend. Awards will be given for “Best Marching”, “Best Commercial”, […]
POSTED: 06/22/12 at 5:20 am. FILED UNDER: News
Main Street Van Wert information The Van Wert Cash Mob will strike again next week to support an independent local business. Anyone interested in participating is encouraged to meet in the parking lot of the former Max-A-Rama Lanes (across the street from Pizza Hut) on Thursday, June 28, at 5:15 p.m. At that time, the […]
POSTED: 06/22/12 at 5:19 am. FILED UNDER: News
Wow! After months of preparation and work, we have released the new 2012-13 Niswonger Performing Arts Center complete season. The Community Concert Series was released a couple weeks ago and has been selling well with its five concerts for $60. You can still purchase this very affordable and economical package, which features the Lennon Sisters […]
POSTED: 06/22/12 at 4:58 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Wright State University President David Hopkins, the university’s self-admitted “biggest cheerleader,” had a lot to cheer about when he and Lake Campus Dean Bonnie Mathies presented the university’s Annual Report to the Community during a luncheon held Wednesday in the Grand Lobby of the Niswonger Performing Arts Center of Northwest Ohio. Hopkins […]
POSTED: 06/21/12 at 7:21 am. FILED UNDER: News