Information submitted William C. Straley, broker for Straley Realty & Auctioneers Inc., is pleased to announce the addition of Paul “Tip” Swander as an associate of the firm. Swander, a native of Ohio City, graduated from Ohio City-Liberty High School. He is a U.S. Army veteran, and has held various jobs over the years, including […]
POSTED: 07/19/13 at 5:13 am. FILED UNDER: Business
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor A Van Wert man received a three-year prison sentence and 13 people were arraigned on grand jury indictments during hearings Wednesday in Van Wert County Common Pleas Court. Cody McGinnis, 29, of Van Wert, was sentenced to 36 months in prison on a charge of endangering children, a felony of the third […]
POSTED: 07/18/13 at 6:21 am. FILED UNDER: News
Students at Van Wert High School raised nearly $1,500 for the Van Wert County Relay for Life this past school year. The VWHS Beta Club held its own Relay for Life walk on the high school track and raised more than $1,100, while the VWHS Service Pack raised an additional $300 for cancer research and […]
POSTED: 07/18/13 at 6:10 am. FILED UNDER: News
Gasoline price news CHICAGO — The national average price of gasoline Wednesday — $3.67 per gallon — is up 15 cents from where it stood just one week and nowhere in the country has the price climb been any steeper than the Great Lakes region. “Indiana’s prices have risen by 29 cents over the past […]
POSTED: 07/18/13 at 5:53 am. FILED UNDER: News
Wren Homecoming news WREN — It’s Rib Cook-off time again! The 10th annual Wren Rib Roast Cook-off will be held Saturday, August 17, during Wren Homecoming festivities. Contestants will need to provide any equipment necessary. All types of spices, marinades, and “secret recipes” are encouraged. All types of cookers and any fuel sources will be accepted. […]
POSTED: 07/18/13 at 5:50 am. FILED UNDER: News
Jeffery Alan Snyder of Van Wert died at 6 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima. He was born in Van Wert on July 26, 1971, the son of Roger and Connie (Barker) Snyder, who both survive. He is also survived by a daughter, Abigail “Abbi” Burdge; a companion, Sarah […]
POSTED: 07/17/13 at 10:32 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
By Douglas Heckler Opening the July 11 meeting, President Will Hawkins expressed thanks for the moving preparations made by members to prepare the studio for the move to the new facility in the renovated Armory. Chris Wilson advised that the Van Wert County fair book was now on line and could be accessed for […]
POSTED: 07/17/13 at 1:27 pm. FILED UNDER: Camera Club News
By Hope Wallace One day while approaching the armory, there, leaning up against the brick was a tired and sweaty contractor taking what appeared to be a well-deserved break. This sight was another reminder of how much hard work it takes to create a fully functioning community art center. All of these local contractors are […]
POSTED: 07/17/13 at 1:00 pm. FILED UNDER: What's Up at Wassenberg?
Amanda Kitson and Jeremy Kitson to Paul G. Perl and Roberta Perl, inlot1506, Van Wert. Estate of Elmer J. Wellman to James A. Wellman, portion of sections 26, 10, 35, Washington Township. Estate of Deane D. McMillen and estate of Dean D. McMillen to Hazel A. McMillen, Terry McMillen, Teresa Bischoff, Tim McMillen, Michael McMillen […]
POSTED: 07/17/13 at 12:48 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor OHIO CITY — Those anticipating this year’s Lambert Days celebration in Ohio City have only one more day to wait until festivities begin. The annual festival honors former Ohio City resident John W. Lambert, an American automotive pioneer, inventor and automobile manufacturer. According to automobile historians, the Buckeye gasoline buggy, or Lambert […]
POSTED: 07/17/13 at 7:52 am. FILED UNDER: News