Information submitted DELPHOS — This Sunday, September 23, at 2 p.m., the Museum of Postal History of Delphos will be honoring Dr. Walter W. Wolery for his many contributions not only to the museum but his dedication to the art of philately (stamp collecting). In 2001, when the museum was still located in its former […]
POSTED: 09/22/12 at 6:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
F. George Berres, 89, of Delphos, died at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2012, at the Van Wert Area Inpatient Hospice Center in Van Wert. He was born May 8, 1923, in Delphos, the son of the late Frank and Barbara (Kimmet) Berres. On August 12, 1950, he married Marilyn (Eickholt) Berres, who preceded him […]
POSTED: 09/22/12 at 6:47 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Sheriff’s Dept. information A number of drug-related indictments were handed down Friday as a result of a yearlong investigation by the West Central Ohio Crime Task Force in Van Wert and the county. Sheriff Stan D. Owens said the indictments handed down are a culmination of the investigation, which identified and indicted 20 […]
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Crestview information Once again, the Crestview Student Council has tackled the task of planning homecoming activities for fall 2012. This year’s homecoming theme is “Sweet Dreams,” which will be a celebration of Crestview’s successes: past, present, and future. There is a full slate of activities planned, beginning Thursday, September 27, with the Homecoming Parade at […]
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Information submitted Due to a lack of interest, the Van Wert County Council on Aging has canceled the 82nd District Ohio House District forum that was scheduled for October 17. The agency apologizes for any inconvenience this causes. Subsequently, on October 17, the Council on Aging will instead be hosting an informational session regarding the […]
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VWHS information Van Wert High School Principal Bill Clifton has announced that open house for students’ parents will be held Wednesday, September 26, from 7-8:30 p.m. Parents or guardians are asked to meet at 7 p.m. in the high school-middle school commons area for introductory comments by the principal. Following remarks, each of the seven […]
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DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Ohio Department of Development Director Christiane Schmenk praised local development efforts as she helped the Van Wert County Economic Development Group celebrate during its annual dinner held Thursday night at Willow Bend Country Club. The event was sponsored by Van Wert County Hospital, Central Insurance Companies and Citizens National Bank. Schmenk received […]
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Ohio Department of Development Director Christiane Schmenk listens as Scott Braun provides information on local ambulance manufacturer Braun Industries. Schmenk toured a number of local sites on Thursday afternoon prior to speaking at the Van Wert Economic Development Annual Dinner at Willow Bend Country Club that evening. In the background is County Commissioner Clair Dudgeon. […]
POSTED: 09/21/12 at 6:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
WSU-Lake Campus information CELINA – Since its inception 50 years ago, the Western Ohio Educational Foundation (WOEF) has awarded Wright State University-Lake Campus students nearly $3 million in academic scholarships. On Sunday, September 9, the WOEF held its annual Scholarship Award Ceremony in James F. Dicke Hall. During her remarks, Jane Stuckman, Scholarship Committee co-chair, […]
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Van Wert golf information ST. MARYS — The Cougars completed the clean sweep in Western Buckeye League golf, winning both the regular season and tournament held Thursday at Northmoor Golf Course. “The WBL title was one of our goals and we have been pointing toward it since last spring,” said Van Wert Coach Jeff Hood. […]
POSTED: 09/21/12 at 5:45 am. FILED UNDER: Sports