Ernest D. Harshman, 75, of Payne, died Saturday, December 1, 2012, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, Ind. He was born March 3, 1937, in Payne, the son of the late David W. and Bertha (Miller) Harshman. He was married to Mary M. (Pickford) Harshman, who preceded him in death. Survivors include a […]
POSTED: 12/05/12 at 5:40 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor One local business celebrating its 25th anniversary this coming year owes its existence to the fact that the owner’s husband was a prolific woodworking enthusiast. Karen Miller, co-owner of DeShia, said the business she and husband Rob own was started basically as a way to sell off Rob’s many woodworking projects. “Rob […]
POSTED: 12/04/12 at 8:40 am. FILED UNDER: News
Information submitted COLUMBUS – Ohio Governor John Kasich has indicted that the state would not run a health exchange under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). The governor notified the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that Ohio would not run a health exchange, but instead leave that to the federal government […]
POSTED: 12/04/12 at 7:05 am. FILED UNDER: News
The Van Wert County Historical Society celebrated the holiday season with the weekend opening of The Gift Shoppe at Seven Oaks. Author Jim Mollenkopf (above) of The Great Black Swamp series was on hand for a book signing. Area shoppers continued their holiday shopping from selections of locally produced items. The Gift Shoppe at Seven […]
POSTED: 12/04/12 at 7:02 am. FILED UNDER: News
WREN — Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in Wren at the Santa Shack at the corner of Ohio 49 and Jackson Street from 6-8 p.m. on Saturday, December 15, Friday, December 21, and Saturday, December 22. New this year, hot chocolate and carriage rides will be available during Santa’s visiting hours. The Wren Christmas […]
POSTED: 12/04/12 at 6:59 am. FILED UNDER: News
Neva Maxine Cluts, 91, of Paulding, died Thursday, November 22, 2012, at The Gardens of Paulding. She was born October 11, 1921, in Payne, the daughter of the late Joseph M. and Portia G. (Jackson) Adamski. In 1943, she married Roy E. Cluts, who preceded her in death in 2006. Survivors include a daughter, Pamela […]
POSTED: 12/03/12 at 8:54 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
DAVE MOSIER/independent sports Crestview had no problem handling Wayne Trace to win the Van Wert County Hospital Tip-Off Classic on Saturday in the Cougar’s Den. The Knights used a balanced offense and sticky defense, led by Damian Helm’s 18 points, to wear down Wayne Trace. Isiah Simerman added 16 points, including a 4-for-6 performance from […]
POSTED: 12/03/12 at 9:13 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
VW wrestling information OAK HARBOR — The Van Wert varsity wrestling team competed in the Oak Harbor Wrestling Invitational over the weekend. The Cougars finished seventh in the eight-team tourney, but two Van Wert wrestlers finished either as champion or runner-up of their respective weight classes. The Cougars had to give up four voids in […]
POSTED: 12/03/12 at 8:02 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
CINDY WOOD/independent feature writer It’s been a long time coming. For the better part of 150 years, Van Wert County residents have conducted their business at the architectural gem known as the Van Wert County Courthouse. The building has stood prominently in the center of downtown Van Wert since 1876, a testament to the heritage […]
POSTED: 12/03/12 at 7:35 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, held its annual memorial service this past Sunday, December 2. This service, held each year on the first Sunday in December, is a time for Elks to pause and pay their respects to those members who have passed away during the year. Shown are (from […]
POSTED: 12/03/12 at 7:00 am. FILED UNDER: News