Madelyn Lamb, a member of Bunny Hoppers 4-H club, exhibited her Yorkshire hog at the Ohio State Fair. She won fifth place in her showmanship division. (photo submitted)
POSTED: 08/14/13 at 5:48 am. FILED UNDER: News
Crestview Local Schools news CONVOY — Crestview High School and Middle School have announced schedule pick-up days for students in grades 8-12. Students in those grades can pick up schedules on Monday, August 26, and Tuesday, August 27, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the school. The school offices will be closed August 28-29 for staff […]
POSTED: 08/14/13 at 5:41 am. FILED UNDER: News
Russell J. Linton, 89, of Ohio City, died at 6:10 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2013, at Lima Memorial Hospital. He was born October 4, 1923, in York Township, the son of the late Marion Russell and Marguerite Kathryn (Reed) Linton. On April 9, 1944, he married Flora Mae (Stemen) Linton, who survives in Ohio City. […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 4:20 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Paul V. “Bubba” Methot, 48, of Van Wert, died at 7 p.m. Monday, August 12, 2013, at his residence. He was born February 5, 1965, in Westminster, Calif., the son of Susie (Bill) Methot Perez and the late Richard T. Methot. He married Tammy (Yaney) Methot, who survives in Van Wert. Other survivors include his […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 12:22 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Van Wert Police Dept. news A Van Wert woman has been charged in connection with a methamphetamine lab allegedly operating in the city. The Van Wert Police Department investigated information about a suspected meth lab located at 710 Cable St. After further investigation, the meth lab was located in the garage of the residence. A […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 8:15 am. FILED UNDER: News
Lincolnview girls’ golf news The Lincolnview Lady Lancers hosted the Lancer Golf Invitational at Hickory Sticks Golf Club, with 36 individuals and nine teams participating. Match medalist honors went to Coldwater standout Kelsey Koesters, who carded a great round of 74. Her round consisted of a 35 on the front side with a 39 on […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 7:37 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
Van Wert golf news DEFIANCE — The Van Wert golf team traveled to the Defiance Invitational at Eagle Rock Golf Club and finished strongly enough to place third out of 15 schools in the 18-hole event. Brandon Hernandez and Lucas Etzler, who both carded 83, led the Cougars, and were followed by a pair of […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 7:31 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor A field of dirt where the former Franklin Elementary School once sat could be a dream park for children and families in a couple of years, thanks to the efforts and financial support of Van Wert native and philanthropist Scott Niswonger. Van Wert Mayor Don Farmer made the announcement that Niswonger would […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 7:22 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police August 11, 11:35 p.m. — Michael J. Supko, 22, of Lemoyne, Pa., was arrested on a felony charge of possession of drugs while at the Comfort Inn, 840 N. Washington St. August 11, 8:06 p.m. — Keli L. Pontius, 26, of 710 Cable St., was arrested at his residence on charges of […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 6:36 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
VW County Fair news The long-standing tradition of local stores and businesses assisting with the sale of season tickets for the annual Van Wert County Fair continues this year. Many individuals and families have purchased their season fair tickets from a favorite store, restaurant or business for many years. For the convenience of local residents […]
POSTED: 08/13/13 at 6:24 am. FILED UNDER: News