DAVE MOSIER/independent editor A former Convoy man was given an additional 10 years in prison for the rape of a 12-year-old girl during a sentencing hearing held Wednesday in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court. Ralph Moorman, 31, who is currently serving a prison term in Indiana, was sentenced to 10 years on each of […]
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 8:07 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor The Lincolnview Local Board of Education said “good-bye” to Interim Superintendent Doug Karst and also talked about the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School and what is being locally to keep students safe. The board accepted the resignation of Karst, the retired superintendent from Parkway Local Schools who was hired when former […]
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 7:20 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police No new reports Delphos Police December 17, 2 p.m. – William Smith, 36, of Delphos, was charged with possession of drug abuse instruments as a result of a search of a residence on Lincoln Highway by police officers.
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 6:29 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
YWCA information The YWCA of Van Wert County will begin winter session water fitness classes on January 7, 2013. Offerings this session include: POW (Pounds Off in Water): Enjoy aerobics without the heavy impact on your joints. The resistance of the water is constantly working your entire body. Offered: Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning from […]
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NPAC information Ten years ago, Ernie Haase decided to gather a group of men who shared his love for God to share through music, that love. Through this, they have touched hearts around the world. This award winning gospel quartet’s energetic performances and great harmonies make them far from the usual. Together, they have won […]
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 6:26 am. FILED UNDER: News
Vantage information With no Toys for Tots operating in Van Wert County this year, Lee Kinstle GM Sales & Service teamed up with the local Salvation Army to help collect toys for area children in need. To meet this challenge, they enlisted the help of the four area schools — Van Wert, Vantage, Crestview, and […]
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Information submitted The Marsh Foundation School will hold its annual Christmas program and luncheon this Friday, December 21, beginning at 10:15 a.m. Each student will perform during the piano recital and in the school’s production of Scrooge. Following the performances, a luncheon will be held in the school cafeteria for students, staff, friends and family. […]
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 6:22 am. FILED UNDER: News
From the left, Jon Stoller, president of Van Wert Service Club, presents Deputy Bobbie Jo Garcia with a check for $500 to support the Christmas with Kids Program at the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department. (photo submitted)
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ONU information ADA — The Community Economic Development Center at Ohio Northern University will hold six noncredit certification classes beginning in January. Classes are free and open to the public, and all events begin at 6:30 p.m. Classes range in length from one to six weeks, and each class focuses on general topics relating to […]
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 6:17 am. FILED UNDER: Business
Preschool students at the Thomas Edison Early Childhood Center enjoyed a holiday concert performed by the Delphos Jefferson Show Choir. (photo submitted)
POSTED: 12/20/12 at 6:16 am. FILED UNDER: Youth