The events of the last couple weeks have made me pause to think about good ole’ Van Wert. Two weeks ago we brought two of our favorite sons back home to play a concert in Fountain Park. n follow-up conversations with each of these performers, they expressed sentiments I feel you as residents of Van […]
POSTED: 07/25/12 at 5:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
Rona A. Book, 69, of Venedocia, died Monday, July 23, 2012, at the Kobacker House in Columbus. She was born November 29, 1942, in Troy, the daughter of the late John and Glorious (Kauffman) Yarger. On July 31, 1965, she married Joe G. Book, who preceded her in death on December 7, 2000. Survivors include […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 4:54 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
After a four-month long battle with cancer, Byron “Bud” Waterman of Ohio City received the ultimate victory at 1:40 p.m. Monday, July 23, 2012, when angels hovering near gently lifted his spirit into the waiting arms of his Savior Jesus Christ. Bud was born June 24, 1932, in Dixon, the son of the late Charles […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 12:47 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Van Wert City Council looked at a number of ways to raise revenues that don’t also involve an across-the-board tax increase during a Finance Committee held prior to the regular Council meeting Monday evening, and also adopted a number of changes to the city’s trash/junk ordinance. “As our chairman explained earlier, this […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 1:47 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police July 22, 3:12 p.m. — Taylor Shae Baker, 20, of 116 E. Raymond St., was charged with domestic violence as a result of an incident that occurred at 378 W. Maple Ave. July 22, 7:22 p.m. — Ashley L. Burnett, 27, of 361 Bonnewitz Ave., and Jessica L. Dangler, 28, of 223 […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 1:25 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VWCH information The All-Twig Board of Van Wert County Hospital recently presented a $35,000 check in support of hospital equipment upgrades. “The Twig Association continues to play an instrumental role at Van Wert County Hospital,” says hospital President/CEO Mark Minick. “The Twig Association raises funds to provide our community with state-of-the art equipment. We greatly […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 12:30 am. FILED UNDER: News
United Way information The United Way of Van Wert County began in 1922 when a group of distinguished business leaders in Van Wert realized the need the community had and wanted to help those less fortunate than themselves. And so, the Community Clearing House was born. The Community Clearing House was the name given to this […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 12:26 am. FILED UNDER: News
NPAC information On Thursday evening, October 4, at 7:30 p.m., legendary coach Bob Knight presents a chance for area residents to gain insight into the career events that made him one of the greatest coaches to ever teach the game of basketball. He’ll discuss life and career events, his mentors, and the students he has […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 12:24 am. FILED UNDER: News
Information submitted KENT — Ohio DeMolay held its annual Conclave at Kent State University July 19-22. At the annual gathering the young men of Ohio DeMolay elected and installed new officers to lead the organization for the ensuing year, conferred honors upon Advisors and Members who had been recognized by DeMolay International, and enjoyed a […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 12:16 am. FILED UNDER: Youth
The Van Wert Cougar football program recently held its youth football camp July 16-18. A total of 90 campers attended throughout the week. In the photo above, first- and second grade campers are wearing varsity uniforms, along with four Van Wert High School varsity football players: Daniel Silette, Michael Smelser, Tyler Williams, and Jacob Braun. Below […]
POSTED: 07/24/12 at 12:15 am. FILED UNDER: Sports