Lincolnview JH cross country news HAVILAND — The Lincolnview Junior High cross country teams competed last night at the Wayne Trace Invitational. The Lady Lancers finished fourth out of 13 teams. Eighth grader Alena Looser had the top finish of the night, finishing fourth out of 85 runners. Calahan Wolfrum was the top male finisher […]
POSTED: 08/28/13 at 6:01 am. FILED UNDER: Sports
In my business, I see many performing art centers, theaters, and other a sundry of music presenting organizations from throughout the country. Many venues emphasize a particular genre of performing arts. Some offer dance, some classical music, some pop music, some world music, some musical theater, and on and on. When it comes, particularly to […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 11:46 pm. FILED UNDER: News
Dwight E. Smith, 91, died Saturday, August 24, 2013, at the Van Wert Area Inpatient Hospice Center surrounded by family and friends. He was born January 13, 1922, in Fleming, the son of the late Frank and Lenore (Flowers) Smith. He married Rae (Mouser) Smith, who preceded him in death. Survivors include a son, Dwight […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 9:45 pm. FILED UNDER: Obituaries
Estate of Lee H. Hoblet to Roger Smith and Sarah Smith, portion of inlot 282, Convoy. Bryan M. Vercler and Michelle D. Vercler to Karen M. Adkins, inlot 1614, portion of inlot 1613, Van Wert. Bret M. Jacomet and Candace S. Jacomet to Frank R. Gardner and Fay D. Gardner, portion of section 9, York […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 1:08 pm. FILED UNDER: Real Estate Transfers
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Van Wert native and philanthropist Scott Niswonger recently made a pledge to assist in turning the former Franklin Elementary School site into a family-friendly park area. On Monday, he was in town with architects John Fisher and Jim Douglas in tow to work on making that pledge a reality. Niswonger flew into […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 7:54 am. FILED UNDER: News
DAVE MOSIER/independent editor Economic development was the theme of Van Wert City Council committee meetings held Monday in Council Chambers. Council members first heard a report from Van Wert Economic Development Director Cindy Leis, and then were given a presentation by Main Street Van Wert Program Manager Adam Ries on that organization’s comprehensive plan for […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 7:20 am. FILED UNDER: News
Ohio Dept. of Health news Dr. Jennifer Hohman of Van Wert Pediatrics was presented with the Immunization Coverage Improvement Award by the Ohio Department of Health. This award is presented to healthcare providers that achieve significant improvement in immunization coverage rates, as indicated by results of the most recent Assessment, Feedback, Incentives, and Exchange (AFIX) […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 6:28 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert County Fair news The Van Wert County Fair reminds the public sales of advance tickets for this year’s fair end this Tuesday and Wednesday. Six-day fair admission tickets for $18 as Season (non-voting) end at 5 p.m., Wednesday, August 28. Membership tickets (voting privilege) end at 5 p.m., Tuesday, August 27. Season tickets […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 6:21 am. FILED UNDER: News
This past Sunday afternoon, Elsie the Cow visited the Van Wert County Museum. Area residents enjoyed meeting Elsie and were treated to ice cream furnished by the Van Wert County Dairymen’s Association. (photo submitted)
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 6:18 am. FILED UNDER: News
Van Wert Police August 25, 11:33 a.m. — Alex J. Schnipke, 17, was cited after a bucket of hydraulic fluid spilled out of the back of his vehicle at the intersection of Ervin Road and Shannon Street. The Van Wert County Emergency Management Agency was called to assist in cleaning up the spill. August 24, […]
POSTED: 08/27/13 at 6:15 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement