NPAC news By popular demand, The Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Van Wert announces a second show for “Vicki Lawrence, a 2 Woman Show” on Friday, April 5, at 2 p.m. The 7 p.m. show sold out quickly following ticket release. Now the opportunity to experience comic relief in its finest form is available. Tickets […]
POSTED: 02/20/13 at 4:56 am. FILED UNDER: News
Carey Eugene Huffine, 89, of Huntsville and formerly of Van Wert, died at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, February 17, 2013, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born September 2, 1933, in Van Wert, the son of the late James and Ritta (Terry) Huffine. He married Evelyn B. (Rase) Huffine, who preceded him in death on June […]
POSTED: 02/20/13 at 3:59 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Nellie Leona Wilhelm, 91, of Paulding, died Monday, February 18, 2013, at her residence. She was born August 15, 1921, in Paulding County, the daughter of the late Raymond and Vira (Shrider) Smalley. On June 27, 1944, she married Theodore Wilhelm, who preceded her in death on January 13, 1986. Survivors include four sons, T. […]
POSTED: 02/20/13 at 3:58 am. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Not very often have we invited a musical group back to perform at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center; however, when I heard the American Spiritual Ensemble was coming through our area again, I just couldn’t resist. On their way from Lexington, Ky., to Bowling Green State University, we were a natural stop for this magnificent […]
POSTED: 02/20/13 at 3:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor CONVOY — The Crestview Local Board of Education accepted the resignation of six veteran teachers and also heard a proposal for an Educators Hall of Fame at the school during its February meeting Monday evening. Former principal Ray Etzler and several other retired educators attended Monday’s school board meeting to talk about […]
POSTED: 02/19/13 at 8:46 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert independent Van Wert City Council approved an appropriation of $25,000 this year for Main Street Van Wert and also agreed to participate in an online electric power auction that could net the city savings of nearly $90,000 a year in power costs. Main Street Van Wert Project Manager Adam Ries made a presentation […]
POSTED: 02/19/13 at 8:06 am. FILED UNDER: News
Some Good Samaritans (above) help douse a fire and pull burning items from a porch at 504 Center St. in Van Wert on Sunday. The passersby took quick action to lessen the damage from the fire, which was contained on the porch of the residence, while an occupant of the house was apparently unaware there […]
POSTED: 02/19/13 at 8:04 am. FILED UNDER: News
VWHS Drama Dept. news The Van Wert High School Theatre Department is excited to announce their spring production of the musical version of L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic The Wizard of Oz. This beloved, memorable show has been seen by almost everyone and is a timeless favorite. The show will be full of beautiful sets […]
POSTED: 02/19/13 at 7:57 am. FILED UNDER: News
American Red Cross news Van Wert County Hospital’s medical building, 140 Fox Road in Van Wert, will host a bloodmobile between the hours of 1-6 p.m. Friday, February 22. Area residents who are at least 17 years of age, (16 with parental consent, advanced forms are available at the Red Cross Office, 208 E. Main […]
POSTED: 02/19/13 at 7:53 am. FILED UNDER: News
Lake Campus news CELINA — The Business Enterprise Center (BEC) at Wright State University-Lake Campus offers professional, cost-effective services to support the area’s businesses and industrial economic development. Included in these services are workshops to enhance knowledge and skills necessary to a successful workforce. Registration is now underway for the BEC’s popular QuickBooks workshop geared […]
POSTED: 02/19/13 at 7:51 am. FILED UNDER: Business